We're starting our blog series with a twist: An unexpected update to our location and hours as we leave our location at Chesterfield Towne Center.
We're as surprised as you, but it seems we've outgrown our partnership with PopUpRVA.
Due to a situation beyond our control, we had to move out of the permanent spot we occupied every day since August ... effective today.
We know this is sudden and disruptive for the many RVA customers who stopped by our store regularly. While we're disappointed with the developments at PopUpRVA, this gives us the opportunity to expand to more markets and events where current (and new!) customers can easily find us during this transition.
And honestly? We're excited.
A lot of other impacted vendors, friends and fans have sent us ideas for events and markets -- a lot of fun opportunities we couldn't explore last year because we were staffing the store instead. It's also chance to revamp our website, content and outreach, as well as finish some big projects that will take us to the next level.
More important? It means we have time to get back in the test kitchen and bring you some new flavors. It's been a while, and the garden is calling.
Outgrowing things happens. What fit last year doesn't anymore. A lot has changed since that first bottle of "OG Peppy Pineapple Habanero."
Every part of the journey has been the right step forward and this one is too. That's why we're making this our first post as we get back to the things we love and what got us cooking sauce in the first place.
Next steps?
1. Online orders will remain open. We have plenty of sauce after a big restock, so we've got you covered on your favorite flavors. You can find them and order here.
2. We're already building our calendar for spring and summer. We'll share it with you as soon as dates get confirmed.
Thank you for all the support -- especially from our fellow business owners impacted by PopUp RVA's decision. That's what it really means to support local.
We'll see you soon, RVA!