Nicholas Alexander Farley has spent the last six years turning up the heat in kitchens across Northern Virginia—from food trucks and catering gigs to fine dining and restaurant launches. Now, at just 24 years old, he’s preparing to open the doors to his own dream restaurant: The Rustic Tavern. “I’ve always had a passion for food—and everybody loves my food,” …
Weather folklore, like any folklore, is deeply rooted in patterns that were observed by individuals many years ago. Hundreds to even thousands of years ago, people had very little understanding of how the weather works. Since they did not have TV, radio, or the Internet, they would keep track of what happened each day. Sometimes they would find a pattern …
Known for crafting beloved wines and boldly venturing into the unexpected, Chateau MerrillAnne has once again pushed the boundaries of traditional winemaking with the release of its newest creation: Schrödinger’s Cat Black Chardonnay. This innovative wine draws from ancient techniques rarely seen in today’s winemaking. While modern methods typically aim to limit oxygen exposure during production—preserving fruit flavors and avoiding …
In the April issue of The Breeze, we explored the beginning of a journey that affects every woman—the transition into menopause. Many women experience symptoms years before menopause officially begins, often feeling dismissed or confused when seeking answers. We discussed how menopause is not a sudden event but a multi-year process marked by hormonal changes, primarily the gradual decline of …
The Breeze is devoted to celebrating local excellence in our community. We’ve done that through telling stories, creating educational opportunities, and – here for a second year – asking you, our readers, to nominate and vote for members of our community who are doing great things. From local businesses to local leaders and heroes, musicians and locations around the lake …
Sponsored by Cutalong Over the past few years, Cutalong has offered its members unique golf excursions to various destinations worldwide. These special golf trips, which have included visits to sister properties and renowned resorts, provide memorable experiences for the Cutalong membership. In March of this year, Cutalong invited members on a four-day trip to Kiawah Island Golf Resort in Charleston, …
Jen BaileyHi! I’m Jennifer Bailey and I partner with entrepreneurs who have massive ideas that could change the world. Most marketing is meaningless. Filled with empty promises, its only job is to bring in new traffic, new leads, and new customers. But I’ve drawn a line in the sand, and I’ve learned that marketing can do so much more than reach business goals and …
W oof! I’m not the crazy pup that I used to be. I’m almost 49-years old in two-legger years, so I don’t get crazy like I used to when I was younger. Well…maybe there’s one time of the day that I still feel like a pup again. Read on… You see, when I came home to live with my two-legged …
Lake Anna is about to get a charge of something new—and silent. A major innovation in boating is coming ashore this summer as Electrified Marina, a cutting-edge electric watercraft dealer based in Norfolk, makes its Lake Anna debut with a one-day showcase event on Friday, June 28. The public is invited to experience this exclusive, hands-on look at the future …
Photo: Steve Britts and Jenn Mastro; Photo by Carol Barker Wyatt; Below: Steve, KT & Stevie Britts A new effort is underway to raise the standard of boating safety on Lake Anna, and it’s being led by one of the lake’s most recognized captains. Steve Britts, owner of Cruise Rusty, has launched the Better Boater Academy, a hands-on program designed …
