vol. 100 / The MayorMayor Levar Stoney provides his tips on how to enjoy this place we love to call home.
VOL. 100 / THE MAYOR
Here. Weekly was launched because we believe Richmond is a gem, an adventure, a diverse community for all to celebrate. Over the 100 issues since we started, we’ve spotlighted not only the places to eat, drink, and play in Richmond—but the people behind it all. With that in mind, we asked Mayor Levar Stoney to serve as the guest editor for our 100th issue and to provide three quick tips for exploring this place we love to call home. Take it away, Levar….
Morning
Run
I recommend starting any day in Richmond with a morning run over T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge. Perfect for runners, walkers, and cyclers alike—the T. Pott provides panoramic views of the downtown skyline and connects Brown’s Island to Manchester. On the south side of the river, continue your journey along the Floodwall where you’ll find spectacular views of the city and the James River. While visually stunning, the Floodwall also serves as one of the largest flood-protection systems across the country and it opens miles of the James River to public access.
After exploring the riverfront, head to any one of the many restaurant options in Shockoe Bottom to refuel. One of my favorites is brunch at LuLu’s next to the recently renovated 17th Street Market. LuLu’s dishes up brunch every single day (they serve dinner too, on Wednesday to Saturday evenings). One bite, and you’ll see why LuLu’s is regularly voted one of the best brunch spots around. When you’re finished, make sure to spend time checking out the pedestrian plaza at the 17th Street Market, which is one of the oldest public markets in America, and pop into the nearby local businesses to show your support.
To round out your day, hop on the GRTC Pulse up to the Maggie Walker Statue at Broad and Adams streets! The 10-foot bronze statue of Maggie Walker serves as a tribute to her enduring legacy and sits at the gateway to Jackson Ward. Spend time exploring this historic neighborhood and consider stopping in at one of the many local restaurants. A personal favorite is Saison for a happy hour Old Fashioned!
Check out these Old Fashioned glasses that are anything but old fashioned! And there are two varieties by Richmond artists!
For the first glass, Richmond Grid magazine and artist Emily Herr teamed up to create cocktail glasses that celebrate Emily's Girls! Girls! Girls! portrait series. And the second glass, features Hamilton Glass and his famous #Whosham RVA logo. Both glasses are laser-etched by Richmond based Big Secret.
If cocktail glasses aren't your thing, Grid Supply Co. carries other locally made gifts and handmade items by some Richmond's favorite makers and artisans.
