Blog Posts for Oceana NAS

The Virginia Beach Farmers Market is a year round farmers market. It's really cute and has lots to offer from local produce, gifts, flowers, a bakery, a butcher, ice cream store and more. I have driven past it on Princess Anne Blvd many times, but never stopped until the other day. The vendors were wonderful and we had a fun experience! My kids enjoyed walking around and looking at all the items for sale. They also have a restaurant called the Princess Anne County Grill which has an old diner feel. My kids loved the grilled cheese and I had a yummy chicken salad sandwich. In season, (spring t... read more

CINEBISTRO HAS CHANGED NAMES TO PENINSULA MOVIE BISTRO Every relationship needs a good night out! Now that we have 2 small kids, we have to strategically plan our date nights. It's so tough to choose between doing something entertaining vs going to a nice restaurant vs going to a movie. Sadly, when you have kids and a babysitter at home, you want to maximize your time together, but minimize how long it takes. Typically, we get a sitter from 6pm-11pm and at $10 an hour, that's $50 just for babysitting fees. Recently, we have found the perfect night out which seems to mix everything we love to ... read more

Cake from Cake Delight Need a list of the best bakeries in Virginia Beach? Here's a list from a facebook group with over 3,000 military spouses. These are bakeries they personally recommend. Look at the pictures and call to see if they can make what you have in mind. Don't procrastinate, call early and check their availability! The Best Bakeries in Virginia Beach Sugar Plum - A town favorite! Sugar Plum bakery was the highest recommended bakery on our list. Everyone raves about their Mozart Cake! Plus the bakery is a non-profit supporting special needs children. Plaza Bakery - Located off Las... read more

I've compiled a list of best italian restaurants in Virginia Beach from the members our our MilitaryTownAdvisor Facebook Group . The best Italian Restaurants in Virginia Beach Mannino's - There are 3 locations throughout the Hampton Roads area: Virginia Beach off Independence and Pleasure House Road, Kempsville Area off of Princess Anne Rd, and Olde Town Portsmouth. I first learned about Mannino's when I was shopping at our neighborhood's local farmers market and there was a stand with fresh mozzarella balls and a la voldka sauce sold in separate jars. ÂFirst of all, I love a fresh mozzerella... read more

With the coast on the right and land on the left, there are plenty of fun things to do in Hampton Roads. From exploring with toddlers at the Children's Museum to thrilling rides at Busch Gardens, you and your visitors are sure to have a blast year-round. Click each activity for a deeper look into the fun things to do in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Williamsburg. Children's Museum of Virginia When we need a family friendly activity, we usually go to. The Children's Museum of Virginia. Imagine two stories of fun and being able to touch and play with everything. This is the most fun museum my chi... read more