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When everyone’s a critic, whose voice guides our dining decisions? There’s no subject matter quite as polarizing as what is on our plates. The act of cooking and eating is deeply personal, an experience at once fragile and fleeting, intimate and immutable. Everyone eats, every day, in every corner of the world. And in every corner of the world, staring grimly or beaming happily at the plate in front of them, is the critic. In this feature, we interview some food writers and restaurateurs in Richmond to find out what they think about food criticism today, particularly after the trauma...

There is a reason that there are so many food fundraiser ideas out there! Who would say no to an opportunity to indulge in some delicious treats, eat out at their favorite restaurant, or socialize over a perfect cup of coffee – and even better when it’s for a good cause too!     A food fundraiser is a fantastic way to raise funds for your cause, bringing together friends, family, and organization members to enjoy a social event that also packs a punch for your tastebuds.     Fundraising with food is a great option for any nonprofit, school group, club,...

Gray Tidings by Hailey Edwards is the sixth audiobook in the Black Hat Bureau. With a new position comes new responsibilities and Rue has her hands full. Missing dead, sea monsters and family issues made for a suspenseful and sometimes humorous tale. Narrated by Stephanie Richardson, you’ll want to devour this. Gray Tidingsby Hailey Edwards Series: Black Hat Bureau #6 Narrator: Stephanie Richardson Length: 8 hours and 42 minutes Genres: Urban Fantasy Source: Publisher Purchase*: Amazon | Audible *affiliate[TAG2]Rating: Narration: 5 cups Speed: 1.5x Corpses are vanishing from New Orleans morgues, there’s talk of a sea monster in Lake Pontchartrain,...

When it comes to prisoner of war stories, few are as remarkable as "The Great Escape." During World War II, the inmates of Stalag Luft III in modern-day Poland embarked on a grand plan to dig not just one but three tunnels out of the camp. The goal was to bust out over 200 men and cause disruption to the Nazi war effort by tying up as many resources as possible trying to recapture them. It was no easy task, however, as the camp was specially designed to be escape-proof: the huts were raised above the ground to deter digging...

The San Diego ShamROCK Music + Beer Festival returns full force in the historic Gaslamp Quarter on Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 2PM to Midnight. For 26 years this long-standing San Diego tradition transforms the bustling San Diego downtown neighborhoods into a Celtic carnival for the senses with an abundance of pub-style seating, flowing green beer, traditional Irish stepper performances, lineup of Celtic/Irish rock bands, photo-ops, shenanigan games (with prizes!), the first annual Lepra-Con to find the best leprechaun, and activations throughout the Gaslamp. In 2022, ShamROCK goes back to its roots with an Irish and Celtic rock-centric roster with...