Inspiration for the Modern Revolutionary
When Rachel and I were first asked to join the planning committee to design a Colonial Williamsburg Escape Room game, we had no idea what we were getting into. To be totally honest, it was the first time we’d even heard of what’s apparently becoming quite the craze. (Check Facebook—all the cool kids are doing it!). Since we’re both awesome at puzzles and Rachel is a walking history book when it comes to the Revolution, we thought—piece of cake. Right? Wrong!
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Tomorrow is the Fourth of July and our final grilling video is all about the dessert. I’m sure you have a go-to recipe for a delicious summer trifle. Mine involves kiwi, strawberries, and blueberries. But wait until you try this recipe made with peaches, heated to sweet perfection on the grill!
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It’s Friday and that means it’s time to fire up the grill! Our chefs have already shown you how to barbecue chicken and they’ve revealed secrets to the best pulled pork BBQ. Now, let’s tackle… the steak. We know a lot of you have them on the menu for the Fourth of July! This recipe is a must-have….
It’s Friday and that means another blog post to show you how to master the grill for your Fourth of July cookouts! Okay. How many of you love a good pulled pork BBQ sandwich? (You can’t see me, but I’m totally raising my hand). As a southern girl, I’ve tried just about every variation of barbecue out there and let me tell you, this one rises to the top of the list. It isn’t just because of the sauce (which is Carolina-style); it’s also about the flavor of the meat!
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We’re back for round two of our summer grilling series—Chefs on Deck! Today, we’re tackling one of my cookout favorites, barbecue chicken. Watch our video to learn how to grill a delicious (and spicy) version and as a bonus, enjoy some tips on the best way to grill corn on the cob.
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Recognize these guys? Maybe not. If you’re like us, you’re probably used to seeing them in their crisp, white chefs uniforms and hats—serving up delicious meals at the Williamsburg Lodge and Huzzah! BBQ Grille. But we wanted to keep these super casual! Plus, who wants to stand in front of a hot grill wearing so many layers?…
If you’re planning a visit this summer, you may want to add a new program to your itinerary. It’s a one-hour session inside the Colonial Nursery and Garden where you’ll learn about everything from which plants act as bug repellants to which can help those bug bites once you get them!
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Colonial Williamsburg opened for business at noon after a snowstorm dropped 4-6 inches across the capital city. Before we could make it out with our own cameras, some of you went exploring and shared your pictures with us. Thank you! With your help, we were able to create a slideshow of beautiful winter snapshots….
Well, it wasn’t much but we’ll take it! Colonial Williamsburg was covered in a dusting of snow this morning and we couldn’t wait to grab our cameras and do a little exploring. Take a look at some of the beautiful images we captured and let us know which are your favorites!…