As a perfect complement to the season, our feature on the haunting images of John Plashal’s “Beautifully Broken Virginia” is exquisitely eerie. Learn all about birds of prey and the Virginians who’ve embraced the ancient sport of falconry, in “Sky Masters.” And “Pretty Poisonous” will introduce you to a bevy of Virginia’s most lethal plants.
Experience food of the fjords at Stock Bistro in Roanoke, and read about Chef Ian Boden’s ascent to culinary stardom and his new venture, Maude & the Bear, in Staunton. Book a trip aboard the Virginia Scenic Railway this fall for the best in leaf peeping, and meet Rebecca Suerdieck, who can teach you to cook like the colonists over an open flame. Plan a trip with “Oddly Bizarre Virginia”—your guide to the state’s most curious destinations, including a plane covered in copper pennies, Foamhenge, and Dinosaur Land. We introduce you to Joshua Grainer, Master of Wine, who takes over stewardship of the vineyards and wine production at RdV Vineyards’ new iteration, Lost Mountain, in Delaplane. You’ll want to add Tazewell to your bucket list of places to visit after reading this deep dive into one of the commonwealth’s hidden gems. And then learn all about the science of laughter—what exactly tickles our funny bones?
There is so much more in our pages to explore, including adventures in caving, the Flying Circus Airshow, Virginia’s coffee culture, and Health & Wellness news—and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. You won’t want to miss this issue. Subscribe now!