Mindy Kinsey

Virginia

Editorial Director at Richmond Magazine (US)

Magazine editor, book reader, winery visitor, pet wrangler, home putterer, and nouveau Virginian.

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From the Editor: Microcosm and Epicenter

4 weeks ago | richmondmagazine.com | Mindy Kinsey

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the world five years ago, independent restaurants were among the businesses hit hardest. With dining rooms shuttered for 10 weeks and capacity limited for another year, some restaurants closed permanently. The majority survived on cobbled-together programs of takeout orders, outdoor seating and government Paycheck Protection funding until social distancing and venue restrictions were lifted in May 2021.
10 Speakeasies Across Virginia & How to Find Them

1 month ago | virginialiving.com | Hope Cartwright |Madeline Mayhood |Richard Ernsberger Jr. |Mindy Kinsey

Tucked in hidden alleyways and behind disguised doors lie some of the state’s best-kept secrets … and cocktails. Speakeasies promising vintage vibes and low-light charm dot the map far and wide, but where to find them? Here are 10 to get you started on a journey to delicious drinks and illicit adventures of 1920s allure.
From the Editor: The Foreseeable Future

1 month ago | richmondmagazine.com | Mindy Kinsey

Whether it’s witnessing historical happenings or predicting the outcome of future events, humans are fascinated by time travel. It’s not enough to research the past or allow the future to unfurl; we dream of seeing and experiencing other eras. The mission of our annual Sourcebook and Newcomers’ Guide is to document Richmond today — the best places to go, things to do and services available, as well as the status of schools, neighborhoods, business and health care.
From the Editor: ‘So I was wondering …’

2 months ago | richmondmagazine.com | Mindy Kinsey

One of the fun things about working for a magazine is that we can call pretty much anyone in our coverage zone and talk to them. Admittedly in the past we’ve had trouble getting in touch with Gov. Glenn Youngkin, but Sen. Tim Kaine takes our calls — and so do countless business owners, executives, experts, entertainers, museum curators, medical professionals, restaurateurs and regular people who happen to have interesting hobbies.
From the Editor: She's Crafty

Dec 26, 2024 | richmondmagazine.com | Mindy Kinsey

I have always loved crafts. As a child, I skipped straight from coloring books to sewing, embroidery, cake decorating and crochet. In third grade, I tried making my own perfume. In sixth tried making my own perfume. In sixth out of paper. And for a couple of Christmases during high school, I was really into gingerbread architecture. One year, my friend and I made an elaborate castle that was about 18 inches square and so sturdy we literally couldn’t destroy it after the holidays.
Slow Sips at Solstice Farm Brewery

Dec 10, 2024 | virginialiving.com | Hope Cartwright |Madeline Mayhood |Mindy Kinsey |Taylor Pilkington

To Ed and Anna Shore, founders of Solstice Farm Brewery in Catawba, their brewing post nestled in the Roanoke Valley amid scenic peaks and woodlands is more than a spot for drink; it’s a community organization. “I call it an indigenous brewery,” Anna says.
Gingerbread Cheer

Dec 9, 2024 | richmondmagazine.com | Rachel Kester |Mindy Kinsey |Jenna Lapp

Twelve years ago on a chilly December day, a unique train appeared in Richmond. Smelling of sugar, molasses and spices, the vehicle intrigued observers with its exceptional size and artistry. Designed by executive pastry chef Sara Ayyash, Santa’s Steam Engine dazzled visitors at The Jefferson Hotel and helped transform a long-held holiday tradition at the historic venue. The Jefferson’s lobby has featured a handcrafted gingerbread exhibit for many years, although its origins are somewhat foggy.
Made in Virginia Awards 2024: Drink

Dec 5, 2024 | virginialiving.com | Hope Cartwright |Madeline Mayhood |Mindy Kinsey

Eastwood Farm and Winery – Charlottesville$32, EastwoodFarmAndWinery.comMorgan describes this glass of wine as “a delicious expression of Cabernet Franc that is decidedly Virginian.” Eastwood Farm and Winery aims to deliver a profile with notes of cherry, peppercorn, and coffee, suggesting pairing it with hearty dishes like risotto or everyday eats like a bowl of popcorn. Staff judges agree they would recommend it even to those who typically prefer whites.
Can They Rival NYC's Best?

Dec 5, 2024 | virginialiving.com | Hope Cartwright |Madeline Mayhood |Mindy Kinsey

The great bagel debate. A hot button argument over breakfasts across the country comes down to this: what makes a bagel a real bagel, and can one be found anywhere outside of the Big Apple? Luckily, Virginia bakers haven’t been deterred by naysayers and New York bagel sticklers yet—they, and their bagel dough, rise to the occasion. Nate’s Bagels in Richmond was inspired straight from the source.
From the Editor: Dots and Lines

Nov 27, 2024 | richmondmagazine.com | Mindy Kinsey

When we’re planning stories, some ideas pop in fully formed, like this issue’s feature about the metal band and art collective GWAR. The minute we realized they are previewing their 40th anniversary tour this month here in Richmond, we knew we had to write a story. The only question was how to fit four decades of over-the-top stage theatrics, costume and character changes, events, and ancillary products into one issue, let alone one article.