Chiles Peach Orchard Open for 2022 Season
Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to kick off another year of fun at Chiles Peach Orchard. For the last few weeks, our team has been hard at work preparing the store and getting back into...
View ArticleFresh Strawberry Pie Recipe
We know countless ways to enjoy strawberries: covering them with chocolate, adding them to a garden salad, and of course, all by themselves! One thing is for sure: a homemade dessert with just-picked...
View ArticleLocally-Owned Ice Cream Spots in the Charlottesville Area
Beat the heat with a treat from some of the area’s best ice cream spots. Each of these locally owned and operated institutions serves frozen favorites that make summer that much sweeter. The...
View ArticleWhat can I do with a lot of apples?
Strolling through the apple orchard is one of our favorite things to do each year. Time seems to stand still, and we do what we can to make these special moments last as long as possible. And how do...
View ArticleChiles Peach Orchard Closed for the 2022 Season
2022 was an apple-solute whirlwind! We welcomed visitors from down the road and across the country. Before we turn our attention to the next season, we want to linger on some of the year’s highlights....
View ArticleChiles Peach Orchard Open for 2023 Season
Welcome back for another unforgettable season! Starting on Friday, March 31, we’ll be open daily from 10 AM–5 PM. Over the last two months, we’ve been spending time with friends and family, attending...
View Article10 Creative Ways to Savor Cider Donuts
If you asked our visitors to pick our most delicious offering, our apple cider donuts would surely be near the top of every list. With a dusting of cinnamon and sugar on the outside and that soft,...
View ArticleHow to Build a Simple Fall Charcuterie Board
Charcuterie boards can be intimidating when you don’t know where to start. The pressure to create the most pristine presentation or to know everything about flavor combinations distracts people from...
View Article8 Berry Tasty Blueberry Breakfast Recipe Ideas (Blackberries Too!)
There’s nothing quite as refreshing as a handful of fresh-picked blueberries or blackberries on a hot summer day—especially if you picked them yourself at Chiles Peach Orchard! Once you bring the...
View ArticleFun Local Spaces with Live Music in Charlottesville
Charlottesville is a little town with a big appetite for music and arts! Whether we’re cheering for world-touring artists at the John Paul Jones Arena, or just feeling the mellow vibes of a local...
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