'Tis The Season To Overindulge
The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to decorate, travel, and of course… eat! ‘Tis the season to overindulge. We’ve put together a list of over-the-top gems around Richmond that are sure to not only fill your belly but your Instagram feed as well. They’re impressive, they’re photo-worthy, and they’re worth every memory-making calorie.
Photo Credits: Coco+Hazel Facebook Page
Open 6 days a week with a menu full of seasonal and specialty milkshakes (and more), a trip to Coco+Hazel is one you won’t soon forget. Their photo-favorite milkshakes come in a variety of flavors and are topped with cake slices, cotton candy, churros, rock candy sticks, and other sugar-high-inducing items. Order one for yourself, or split one with a loved one! If milkshakes aren’t your thing, they have coffee options, ice cream scoops, brownies, cookies, and other sweets to choose from.
Photo Credits: Los Panchos Facebook Page
A margarita tower? Yes, please! “Tower” is indeed the perfect word for the huge drink that will be put before you when you order your tabletop margarita at Los Panchos. Margaritas are a known favorite— what better way to overindulge than with one that’s bigger than a small child? Sign.Us.Up. Los Panchos is one of many places around Richmond you can enjoy these treats. You can also order one at Margaritas Cantinas and Casa Grande as well.
Photo Credits: Ruby Scoops Ice Cream & Sweets Facebook
Ruby Scoops Ice Cream & Sweets
Ruby Scoops is a queer and black-owned sweets shop located in the Northside of Richmond and serves small-batch ice creams, sorbets, cookies, and more. All are handmade by the co-owners and their “scoop-squad”. A popular fan-favorite is their colorful made-to-order flights of six scoops of the ice cream of your choice. Grab an extra spoon if you want to dig into this treat with your favorite person!
Photo Credits: Shyndigz Facebook Page
A true staple in Richmond, we can’t think of any other way to describe Shyndigz beyond: impressive. With a menu catering specifically to dessert, you are sure to find something to satisfy your sugary craving. Then again, with so many daily offerings, you may want to order a few things, just to be sure of your favorite. All of their cakes, pies, and crème Brules are made with care and sold in generous portions, leaving plenty to go around. You can round out your trip by grabbing a bottle of local cider or beer and some savory sides from their market and 2Go Café.
Photo Credits: Morr Donuts Facebook Page
Everyone loves a good donut, but Morr Donuts wants to make sure you L-O-V-E, love that donut. Not afraid to think outside the box, Morr Donuts is always ready to decorate their donuts with a good theme— from birthdays to holidays, and just about any special occasion in between! While they do offer the original glazed (which you should definitely get) make sure you pick up a few extra-special ones too, as a way to treat yourself.