Monday, November 30, 2009

Starbucks & World AIDS Day

In case you need an excuse to grab a Gingerbread Latte tomorrow, this post is for you. On December 1st Starbucks is donating five cents of every purchase of a handcrafted beverage to the Global Fund to fight AIDS in Africa. Sure five cents may not seem like much, but it is our collective effort and commitment that creates change and brings hope. Heck, grab two lattes, bring one to a co-worker and spread some Christmas cheer at the same time. What is your favorite latte, Pumpkin Spice or Gingerbread?

(image via starbucks newsletter email)

Monday, November 23, 2009

Lynnhaven Fish House

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I must say that I've never been to Lynnhaven Fish house, but I saw that this deal in Hampton Roads Magazine's weekly email and wanted to pass it along. Go here to purchase a $50 gift card for just $25 (not valid on alcohol purchases). Oh, and be sure to report back on how your visit was!

Location: 2350 Starfish RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone: 757-481-0003
Menu: here

Friday, November 20, 2009

Fire & Vine

After a brief hiatus, we're back to it!



R and I have enjoyed a few dinners at Fire & Vine since it's opening. I particularly enjoy the shrimp and grits. We've also had fun tasting the different wine flights. A few days ago I received an email announcing a new bar menu and happy hour specials. If you don't mind dining in the bar, it looks like there are some nice deals to be had. The menu is available here. Happy hour is daily from 4:30 to 7:30 and during that time all woodfired pizzas and flatbreads are just $5. Martinis are also $5, domestic beer is $2.50 and there are weekly wine specials. Happy hour specials are only available in the bar, so keep that in mind.



If you aren't in the mood for a $5 pizza at the bar, be sure to purchase a dining certificate here worth $25 but priced at just $10 when you spend $40 (alcohol not included in the total).



Look at the laundry list of awards that Fire and Vine has received: Diamonds - AAA Platinum Stellar Cellar Award- Hampton Road Magazine 2007 Southeast Region Wine Hospitality Award - Sante Magazine Letter of Distinction - Wine Enthusiast Magazine Letter of Unique Distinction - Wine Enthusiast Magazine Letter of Recognition - Wine Spectator Magazine. Go here to look at other media recognition.



Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Menu: http://www.fireandvine.com/ordereze/Files/WEBSITE%20DINNER%20MENU.pdf
Coupon: $25 certificate for only $10, must spend $40 not including alcohol
Location: 1556 Laskin Rd., Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone*: 757-428-8463

*Deals and details were valid at the time of writing. Please visit the website or call to confirm all details.