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Welcome to The WilliamsBLOG, a place where experts and influencers inspire you to experience Williamsburg, just as they do. Here is where you’ll find buzzworthy ways to customize your next stay with insider tips on everything from selecting the perfect produce at a farmers market and scoring the best vintage finds on a boutique shopping spree to getting a taste of the emerging brewpub scene and an essential guide to top seasonal events. Get inspired to get away.

Drinking up the History Around Williamsburg, VA

One day nearly a decade ago, Celeste Gucanac went walking around Yorktown, Virginia, when an idea began percolating. During her stroll around the historic town, Celeste discovered the circa-1726 Cole Digges House and its highly caffeinated history. During the 1880s, the building housed Elizabeth…

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Spring It On!

Craving a breath of fresh air after being cooped up all winter? There’s plenty to do when emerging from hibernation in Williamsburg, whether it’s thrill-seeking, exploring an outdoor museum, shopping for spring fashions, or taking a bike for a spin. Feel the need for speed? The Pantheon…

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Top 7 Heated Outdoor Dining Spots in Williamsburg This Winter

Temperatures may have dipped, but that doesn’t mean going outside has to go on the back burner. The fun is just heating up in Williamsburg, where outdoor dining and drinking options abound thanks to fire pits and heaters. The coolest breweries and bistros offer up tasty bites and tempting tipples to…

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A Spirited Tour of Williamsburg

Outstanding craft beer. Lovely local wines. And a great whisky distiller. A spirited trip through Williamsburg is a great way to enjoy the depth and diversity of offerings in this beautiful Virginia town. Over the course of two days, I managed to sample several great local beers, spirits, and…

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What's Baking in Williamsburg

Finding great dessert in Williamsburg is a piece of cake! Whether you’re on vacation and looking to indulge or just need an afternoon pick-me-up, there are plenty of ways to satisfy your sweet tooth in Williamsburg. From flaky, buttery croissants, to towering cakes whole or by the slice, and…

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Williamsburg's Vegetarian Roundup

Williamsburg offers something for every vegetarian to love Let’s face it: Dining out as a vegetarian can often mean eating a meal of side items, or taking your chances with a measly menu selection. Williamsburg restaurants abound with inventive and satisfying selections that make the most of the…

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All Things Pumpkin

Pumpkin treats offer a smashing good time Whether you’re a coffee lover or craft beer aficionado, there’s plenty of pumpkin-flavored fun brewing in Williamsburg. From breads to lattes and stouts to ales – with some seasonal treats for four-legged friends, too – options abound for the chillier…

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How to Eat and Drink Your Way Through Williamsburg

Parallel to Williamsburg’s reputation as a colonial town, you’ll find restaurateurs, spirit makers, and beer masters who are passionate about their craft and boosting the city’s profile as an East Coast destination for food and beverage enthusiasts. From eclectic street tacos and modern fine dining…

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5 Healthy Cafes in Williamsburg, Plus What to Order at Each

Phew! How are we already four months into the new year? I feel like 2021 is flying by as I’m still trying to stash away my holiday decor. With most New Year’s resolutions revolving around health and fitness, it is no wonder that one of my most-asked questions as of late has been, “Where can I find…

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