Jingle RVA…Me, Myself, & I Between gifting, wrapping, and delivering cheer to those near and dear to me, this holiday elf needs a little TLC at the end of the Merrymaking season. Whether it’s a massage from my favorite spot in Richmond or an iconic volcano candle to burn after the holiday parties…
Jingle RVA…for the Adventurer Looking to give the adrenaline seekers on your gift list a real rush this holiday season? Scroll down to see my top picks for spots across Richmond to do, learn, or create something amazing. Plus check out a few gifts to supply those adventures with the best gear. Whether those…
Jingle RVA…for the Foodie Whether you select your Frasier Fir as you take down the Halloween decor or wait until after the Thanksgiving feast, it is safe to say the holidays are officially upon us! This year, I will be hitting pause on the, seemingly, unending task of settling into my new home and…
After returning to Richmond in 2018, Morgan Huynh decided to blend her love of art and baking into a custom cookie business. The results are MASTERFUL. Morgan’s talent for iced cookies has earned her a long list of loyal customers and a sold-out schedule of how-to events. In fact, she’s got a two-month waiting list…
Combining her love of reading and penchant for daydreaming, Richmond native Ashley Farley put pen to paper a few years ago and launched a new career as an author. She found early success with the publication of her first novel, Saving Ben, in 2013 and quickly followed with Her Sister’s Shoes only two years later….
What do rock bands and organic gardens have in common? Dominic Carpin, for one. This local legend has a long-standing reputation for marching to the beat of his own drum… literally. For years, Carpin’s renown hinged on being the front man for the Cashmere Jungle Lords, a Richmond-based ensemble whose eclectic hits have been featured…
One of my all-time Richmond Fan favorites is Emilio’s, a classic old-school neighborhood tapas bar that draws colorful characters of all ages for a steady line-up of some of the best live music in town. On most Thursday nights, you can find me in the front row. I love the relaxed atmosphere and personal concert…
Back before moving to New York City to become a big time model and photographer extraordinaire, Lisa Houlgrave was my fun-loving, tom-boy neighbor here in Richmond. Through hard work and fantastic talent, she’s built an incredible career and national reputation. So when it came time for new photos of my team, choosing Lisa was a…
The real estate industry has a LOT of brands and brokerages. There are many reasons I choose to be a Sotheby’s agent, including unparalleled digital resources for my clients and a worldwide reputation in luxury leadership. One of my favorite features of Sotheby’s International Realty is the global network of professionals I know and trust…
One of my favorite places to grab homestyle Cuban food (the veggie paella is my usual) is Kuba Kuba, located in the heart of the Fan in RVA. I met Manny Mendez, the chef and owner, when I was 18 years old. I remember going over to his house after school and gleefully devouring a…
