I had such a blast doing a cooking class with Chef Maura! As someone who knows very little about…read morecooking, I learned SO much from her. My fiancé is a sous chef and also learned a lot, so her classes are perfect for any skill level. Not only was the food DELICIOUS, Chef Maura is an incredible teacher, breaks everything down into easily understandable steps, and explains why things happen the way they do, so you can carry the skills you learn into other dishes. She's also hilarious and approachable and just a wonderful person. Highly recommend!

From the owner: ChefMauraCooks is proud to serve as a convenient meal delivery and catering service in the Richmond…read morearea. Since 1998, Chef Maura has been providing great taste, a rotating menu, fresh ingredients, and upscale yet simple preparation meals. From homemade comfort food entrees to Carb Controlled Conscious Cuisine, she's helping you have the perfect meal. And with easy to reheat dishes, you can stock up on meals for up to one week or keep them frozen for future use. No matter your preference, Chef Maura will prepare and provide memorable meals and events.

Stella's was a great spot to start a fun day of co-working and exploring in downtown Richmond. My…read morecolleague and I were having breakfast next door at Perly's, and stopped into Stella's for a couple of iced cherry blossom lattes to get the day started in style. This little shop is full of Richmond cuteness. From specialty groceries, to locally-made art, to unique gifts and treasures, I could easily have filled my suitcase with goodies. I ended up buying a gorgeous postcard here (designed by a local artist) - the design featured the coffee shops of Richmond. Of course, I forgot to take a pic (who me?) but it was adorbs. The latte was delish, too! I don't usually like cherry-flavored things, but on a warm morning this was the perfect touch. The edible flowers made it just that much more delightful.

I am a fan of Stella's Grocery. They're always in the area when I need an afternoon pick me up or a…read morecute gift. I usually come to this location for coffee, specifically coffee during a long wait at Perly's next door. I love their coffee options. This is an intimate/smaller Stella's Grocery, but it has all the local goods the others have packed in. There is a good amount of seating at the front too. You can order your coffee drinks at the front. They also have all the standard Stella's Greek food to go options. At the very front you're greeted by cute Richmond souvenirs and gifts. They have favorites in store like Nightingale Ice Cream sandwiches, Blanchard's coffee beans, Mad Kitchen Co. postcards, and more. I'd recommend getting a drink from here!

We are so thankful to the team at Groovin Gourmets for doing a wonderful job with our wedding…read morecatering (and venue setup!). Everyone we spoke to (venues, coordinators, etc.) recommended Groovin, and as soon as we reached out we understood why - from the very beginning they were incredibly responsive, and happy to answer our many (many) questions. Kaylyn made the planning process easy, helping us to develop a staffing plan to help with the set-up of our venue (The Workshop by T&D, which was also great). Groovin staff came the day before to set up ceremony chairs and then immediately after the ceremony efficiently moved all the chairs to the other side of the venue for dinner. They helped us coordinate rentals with Party Perfect and had all the right answers (and questions) during our on-site venue walkthrough. As for the food itself, everything was delicious! People always tell you that you won't eat at your own wedding, but the food was so good that we sat and ate our entire plates. Guests raved and two friends told us that they even came up with targeted strategies to chase down their favorite hors d'oeuvre when they came out. We especially recommend the pork belly hors d'oeuvre and the szechuan salmon entree. From start to finish, Groovin' was efficient and professional, and we would highly recommend them for any event.

No hesitation - go with Groovin! From the first phone call with our rep, Michelle, we knew Groovin…read morewas right for us. All of the caterers in the area have delicious food and Groovin' provided nothing less than exceptional, but it was their customer service that sets them head and shoulders above the rest. During our tasting, we enjoyed complimentary champagne upon arrival after we parked in our reserved and personalized parking space out front. The table was set beautifully, and dishes were presented exactly as they would be on Wedding Day. We were impressed from the jump, and our love of Groovin only grew once we tried the delicious foods! Throughout the process, Michelle was responsive to my MANY emails and questions, and on wedding day, all of our guests were impressed with the professionalism, kindness, outstanding service, and DELICIOUS food! My friends continue to rave about the hot honey chicken biscuits!

Stella's is always packed -- definitely make a reservation if you're going for lunch or dinner. It…read morecan get a bit loud, so just a heads up if you're looking for something more low-key, but the lively atmosphere makes it perfect for groups. The food was delicious! We started with the grape leaves, which were an amazing appetizer -- super flavorful and a great way to kick things off. I had the gyro salad, and it was huge with a super generous portion of meat. The hummus plate was another hit -- tons of hummus and warm pita, definitely sharable. We came here for a birthday lunch and it was such a nice time. Afterward, we walked across the street to grab a pie to go from Stella's Grocery. Highly recommend for tasty Mediterranean food and a fun, energetic vibe.

I really love Stella's. The staff are super friendly and helpful, always giving a treat to the dogs…read morewho come through. The atmosphere is really pleasant. The selection in the shop is really fun. I've found some foreign candy favorites here (Cadbury Flakes and happy hippos), as well as classic local items like King of Pops. I go in often for an ice cream and a soda or coffee. I also LOVE the homemade magic bars. They are fudgey, coconutty, crunchy, literally all the good stuff. I'm sure the other desserts are great too, but I got the magic bar once and never looked back. Love this place!

Their 3 taco combo with 2 sides is so good. You can mix and match as well. I had 2 carne asadas and…read more1 fish. Pico de gallo and plantains were my sides. It's a great authentic spot which I was at first worried about bc I'm not a fan of Americanized Mexican food. The only thing I would improve is their salsa that comes with the free chips. The hint of sweetness threw me off, but everything else was great. Left full and satisfied!

Today I ordered Ay Caramba through DoorDash. I was excited because I've had it before and was…read morecraving Mexican food. I decided to get the nachos with carne asada. The topping options were interesting though. They offered traditional choices like lettuce, pico de gallo, and jalapeños. The cheese sauce option was unexpected, but I chose it anyway. My food arrived quickly, which was a pleasant surprise. However, when I opened the to-go container, I immediately noticed that the protein on the nachos was shredded chicken instead of steak. Regardless, I started eating. As I went through the toppings, I also noticed there were pieces of plantain, which I hadn't selected on the DoorDash app. Overall, I was disappointed with the food and hope that, when I decide to dine in, both the food and service will be better.

I was pleasantly surprised after reading the reviews and coming in with lower expectations. To be…read moreclear, the 4 stars is based on the type of restaurant. It is fast casual - you order at the kiosk and grab a place to eat, listening for your number and/or text to alert you the food is ready. We arrived about 6pm on a Saturday night. It was busy and I grabbed one of the last two tables. It got very busy shortly after we placed our orders. The dining area is pretty big with plenty of bar seating around the windows. While we all ordered one after the other, our food didn't come out that way. Most of the food came out in about 25-30 minutes. The chicken was cooked perfectly. Juicy! Two people got tenders and three of us got sandwiches. The OG sandwich was very good, just messy! I ended up using a fork and knife bc it got too messy. The Mac and cheese was made with pimento cheese and was very good. My friend who got the fried green tomatoes said they were delicious and filling. Lots of goodies on top. Two friends enjoyed the collards. The only person who was underwhelmed was the person who got the Asian sandwich. Overall, if I wanted a good chicken sandwich and a Buttermilk and Honey was nearby, I'd place an order.

Parking in downtown is usually a pain. We had to circle the block a few times to get a spot on…read moreThursday night around 19:45. We walked in to find the staff bustling, cooking, and prepping orders, and the smell of some delicious fried chicken in the air. I saw the kiosks and was not too thrilled with the Wawa experience, but we gave it a shot anyway, since fried chicken is one of our favorites. The process was simple and allowed us to add or remove anything we could want, so that was nice. While walking to find a seat, we saw a person panhandling in the dining area, but the staff promptly removed him from the premises. I ordered us the Pimento Cheese Balls for an appetizer, and I chose the Fried Chicken and French Toast as my entree because I always try the "chicken and waffles" at every establishment that offers it. My partner ordered the OG Chicken Sandwich without tomato, and it came with crinkle-cut fries. It was about $40. The chef proclaimed our order was ready in quick succession, maybe three orders behind the guests before us. We waited about ten minutes, maybe fifteen at most. We picked up the orders from the counter, and there was a mix-up on the syrup, but the chef promptly rectified the situation. He was a no-nonsense kind of guy; straight to the point. He seemed firm, yet kind. It was clear the day had been a busy one; he even told us as much, which was great to hear (busy = fantastic food). The French toast squares looked like rye or pumpernickel, and they emitted a sweet aroma, a delightful hit of cinnamon and brown sugar. I drizzled the caramel syrup on my chicken and toast, sliced a piece, and paired a bite of chicken with the toast. I closed my eyes to savor the flavors: the toast was crunchy and almost gooey (yet, not overly so), the chicken was crunchy, the sweet cinnamon-y flavors from the toast, the caramel from the syrup, and the tender, moist chicken were a match made in culinary art. I cannot sufficiently describe the French toast in a way that would do it justice; it was crunchy and semi-gooey, and all scrumptious. I can only say it was the single best French toast that I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Next, I tried the fried pimento cheese balls. Oh my. If you like mozzarella sticks, try these. I adored them: elevated fried cheese, for real. My partner enjoyed her sandwich as well; she ate everything except some of her fries. I saved half of my chicken and toast for today because I am like a treasure golem when it comes to delicious leftovers. I am going to air-fry the chicken and skillet-heat the toast back to its original goodness. I told the cooks that that was the best French toast that I have ever had, and I mean it. Do yourself a favor and try it if you're into French toast. This one is the GOAT. Side note: I spoke with the head chef outside, and he is from another branch (possibly Henrico?) to whip this location back into shape. Two words: "Nailed it."