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Date Night Spotlight: The Spot at Belmont Bay in Woodbridge

By Jazbia Chaudhry

A Waterside Escape for Romance and Relaxation

Nestled along the tranquil shores of Belmont Bay, The Spot at Belmont Bay near the water is quaint and charming. Whether you’re arriving by boat or strolling in from the neighborhood, this locally owned gem invites couples to unwind with handcrafted cocktails, scratch-made dishes, and a view that turns every meal into a mini getaway. With a cozy indoor space and a breezy outdoor patio, it’s the perfect setting for a romantic evening or a laid-back date night.

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Taste of Naples: Orofino Launches Exclusive Campania-Inspired Menu

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Orofino Restaurant has launched a new regional menu for May, taking guests on a culinary journey to the southern Italian coast with flavors inspired by Campania.

The announcement, made in a vibrant social media post, invites diners to explore the famed regional cuisine of Naples and its surrounding areas. Known for their monthly features that showcase Italy’s diverse culinary heritage, Orofino’s latest offering includes a lineup of carefully crafted dishes and imported wines that reflect Campania’s rich gastronomic tradition.

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Too Hot to Handle—Until Now: Always Flavored Cooks First Batch In-House

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Always Flavored, Fredericksburg’s hometown hot sauce sensation, has just bottled its first batch of legendary sauce on-site at its new bistro and market on Caroline Street—a fiery milestone years in the making.

Until now, founder and flavor architect Rita Witte has handcrafted her sauces in a fully built-out commercial kitchen at home. Now, for the first time, her small-batch sauces are made, bottled, and sold all under one roof at 619 Caroline Street, across the street from the brand’s former location.

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BREAKING: Farm Brew LIVE Rebrands as NOVA LIVE

By Potomac Local News

MANASSAS, Va. – Farm Brew LIVE, one of the region’s top spots for beer, food, and live music, has a new name and an expanded vision. Villagio Hospitality Group announced that the 10-acre entertainment campus in Manassas is now officially NOVA LIVE.

The rebrand reflects more than a name change. According to a press release from Visit Prince William, it signals a “new phase of growth and innovation,” including new dining options, enhanced entertainment, and even overnight accommodations on the way.

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Juan More Taco Says Goodbye to Downtown Fredericksburg

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – After six years of serving tacos and building community, Juan More Taco is preparing to close its doors at the beloved Caroline Street location in downtown Fredericksburg.

In a heartfelt message shared on Facebook, the family-owned business announced it would be leaving the space after lease negotiations fell through. “Every chapter has an end,” the post began, “and today we’re writing the last lines at our Caroline St. location.”

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Date Night Spotlight: Bistro L’Hermitage, Occoquan

By Potomac Local News

Tucked away in a charming cottage near historic Occoquan, Bistro L’Hermitage offers an authentic French dining experience that transports guests straight to the heart of Provence. Its warm lighting, classic French bistro décor, and intimate atmosphere make it the perfect setting for a romantic evening or a special celebration.?

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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe Coming to Stafford’s Garrisonville Road

By Potomac Local News

STAFFORD, Va. — A new addition is coming to Stafford County’s food scene.

Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe, a growing chain known for its smoothies, açai bowls, croffles (a hybrid of croissant and waffle), and other sweet treats, is set to open its doors at 296 Garrisonville Road in North Stafford. A banner reading “Coming Soon” now hangs on the former vape shop in the Concepts building, formerly a shoe store, located near a Home Depot.

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Himalayan Grill Opens in Haymarket with Grand Ribbon Cutting Celebration

By Potomac Local News

HAYMARKET, Va. — The Town of Haymarket welcomed a flavorful new addition to its dining scene on Friday, April 19, with the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Himalayan Grill, located at 6624 Watts Rd, Haymarket.

Mayor TracyLynn Pater, joined by Police Chief Allen Sibert, members of the Town Council, police officers, local business owners, family, and friends, helped celebrate the occasion. The ribbon was ceremoniously cut by Mayor Pater and Aanvi Thapa, the 8-year-old daughter of owners Nepal and Anita Thapa, who are longtime Gainesville residents.

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County Leaders Signal Support for Meals Tax Reduction in Prince William

By Potomac Local News
A waitress at Dixie Bones BBQ in Woodbridge.

Prince William County could soon see a significant shift in its meals tax policy, as several key members of the Board of County Supervisors support cutting the tax in half and eventually phasing it out.

Board Chair At-large Deshundra Jefferson told Potomac Local News she supports reducing the county’s meals tax from 4% to 2% in the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which takes effect July 1, 2025. Jefferson also wants the Board to consider a plan to phase out the tax entirely over the next few years.

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