Alicia Tenise

D.C. Fashion, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger

5 Breweries in Raleigh You Need to Visit

The Glass Jug Beer Lab | 5 Breweries in Raleigh You Need to Visit featured by top Virginia travel blog Alicia Tenise

You guys know that I absolutely love Raleigh. IMO, it’s the foodie capital of the South. Not only is the food incredible in Raleigh, but like the rest of North Carolina, it has a booming craft beer scene. 

Before my cross-state trip to NC last year, I only found a handful of beers that I really enjoyed. That all changed as soon as I stepped foot in the Tar Heel State. The craft beer here is exceptional, and folks are really experimenting with new and funky ingredients here. I’m now a firm believer that anyone can be a beer lover. If you’re headed to Raleigh soon, here are five breweries in Raleigh that I absolutely think should be on your radar.
 
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4 Road Trip Pit Stops in the Mid-Atlantic You Need to Visit

Chesapeake Bay Bridge | 4 Road Trip Pit Stops in the Mid-Atlantic You Need to Visit featured by top Virginia travel blog Alicia Tenise

I just got back from my trip to Texas, and while I love it out West, I always come home with a newfound appreciation for my neck of the woods. Things are so spread out in places like California and Texas. However, you can drive in the Mid-Atlantic and hit a major city every 2 hours. 

If you plan on visiting D.C. or NYC anytime soon, I’d extend your trip by one day, grab a car, and visit somewhere that’s off the beaten path for a dining experience like no other. Every state in the Mid-Atlantic has its own distinct culture that’s worth the road trip pit stops.
 
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7 Wineries in Virginia You Need to Visit

The Best Wineries in Virginia - 7 Wineries in Virginia You Need to Visit featured by popular Virginia travel blogger, Alicia Tenise

Maybe I’m a bit biased because I’m a native, but I think Virginia produces some of the best wine in the country. Did you know that there are over 230 wineries in Virginia? We take our wine production pretty seriously over here!

The month of October is Virginia Wine Month, and IMO it’s the best time to plan a winery trip in our great state. Towards the end of the month, you’ll get stunning fall foliage views, and you can also try all of the incredible cuisine that our state has to offer.
 
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10 Things I Always Pack for NYFW

Calpak Rose Gold Metallic Luggage, Vera Bradley Straw Beach Tote - 10 Things I Always Pack for NYFW featured by popular Virginia fashion blogger Alicia Tenise

Can you believe it’s already September? Summer really flew by — and I’m in a bit of shock!

New York Fashion Week is right around the corner, and this will be my 8th season attending. Crazy, right? I attended three seasons as industry, and this will be my 5th season attending as a blogger. I might not always know what I want to wear to NYFW, but I sure do know what to pack to get me through the week in one piece!
 
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