About Us

It’s All about Pride and Purpose.

Welcome to Taste of Richmond, where we celebrate the vibrant and diverse culinary landscape of our beloved city. Our mission is to highlight the unique flavors, stories, and talents of Richmond's local restaurants, chefs, and food artisans. Through a series of events, including our highly anticipated Restaurant Week, we aim to bring our community together in a shared love of food, support local businesses, and promote the cultural heritage that makes Richmond a remarkable place to live and dine.

Brought to you by: Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission (EDC) plays a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and sustainability within the city. Tasked with promoting a thriving business environment, the EDC works diligently to attract new investments, support local enterprises, and create job opportunities for residents.

Leading the Taste of Richmond initiative, the EDC aims to spotlight the city’s diverse culinary scene as a key component of its economic revitalization strategy. By organizing events like Restaurant Week, the EDC not only boosts local businesses but also strengthens community ties and enhances Richmond’s reputation as a vibrant destination for food enthusiasts.

Through Taste of Richmond, the EDC underscores its commitment to nurturing a resilient economy and celebrating the unique cultural and culinary heritage of the city.

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FAQ

Do you have to purchase a ticket to go to a TOR event?

The only event that requires a ticket purchase is at Perfusion Winery due to limited capacity. There are no tickets required for the other days.
Are the events family friendly?

Yes! We made sure that ANYONE could attend any of the TOR Events during restaurant week! Bring the whole family.
Are TOR events free?

Perfusion Winery is the only event that requires a ticket purchase. The rest are free!
Why are we scanning QR Codes when we attend?

This is an economic development initiative, so we want to track and see how many people participated in TOR and if the week helped the restaurant with significant profit increase.
Why did the format change?

We asked ourselves what impact we wanted to have to continually support small eateries in Richmond. Although the 1 day event is fun for the community, we did not see the community continue to contribute to the restaurants. We hope wit this iteration, we ALL show up and show out!