During the growing season, Kitsap County is home to an array of Farmers' Markets that make it possible to visit one almost any day of the week! Each market hosts a wide variety of vendors with booths brimming with fresh fruits and vegetables, farm grown meat, poultry, and eggs, local cheeses, plants and flowers (don't miss the lavender booths!), artisan crafts, bakers, and candy makers, and so much more! Many markets bring in local musicians and singers to perform during market hours, and each Farmer's market is conveniently located within walking distance of great restaurants, shopping, and ... read more
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Grocery shopping is an inevitable must on everyone's to do list. Each week is different for me and sometimes I want to make one large run to the store and be done, and then other times I want to get a few high quality meats from one store and the rest from another store. If you are like me and like to get different items from different stores, here is a list including specialty grocery stores in Virginia Beach, big box stores, and local commissaries. Hopefully this list helps you find what you need! Specialty Grocery Stores in Virginia Beach The Fresh Market - I absolutely love this grocery s... read more
The Village at Shirlington is a place you can eat indoors or dine outdoors, walk the lovely little streets, shop at a boutique, and have a cup of coffee. You can catch a movie at the movie theater that shows second run films. Shop at the grocery store, fill a prescription at the drug store, or borrow a book from the Shirlington Branch Library. If you choose to live in Shirlington you can walk to all of these amenities. There are ample condos and townhouses to choose from for housing in Shirlington. This would be an ideal place for someone who is single, married without children, or a geograph... read more
The holidays are quickly approaching and ‘tis the season to shop! A day trip East to the charming town of Franklin, TN is well worth the 1 hour 15 minute drive as you’re sure to stock up on thoughtfully unique gifts for everyone on your list. You’ll feel the holiday spirit as you stroll down Main Street in Historic Downtown Franklin, popping into the unique shops lining the way. If you’re shopping for the chic home goods enthusiast on your list, The Iron Gate , where you’ll find beautifully fragrant candles and home sprays to luxurious furniture and home décor, will be your one stop shop. For... read more
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