Sailboat racing demands physical agility, smarts and often a double ration of courage. When a “cranky” back forced John from the helm, they immediately went into race management. These days, the McCarthys are key to the Hampton Yacht Club’s Southern Bay Race Week, one of the area’s biggest regattas attracting 100 boats or more. Here, John talks about the allure of racing and this most unusual of racing seasons.
The Hit List | Craft bourbon, wine tasting by horseback and butcher shop burgers
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Plus the hottest hot sauce, rise of hard seltzers and a throwback to the culinary heyday of Colley Avenue.
The Hit List | Virginia vermouth, vintage treasures and square-cut pizza
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Plus dance, puppies, and one “big-ass” return.