"An equestrian-inspired, 340-acre retreat in Virginia’s wine and horse country that has earned Forbes Five-Star recognition for its world-class dining and spa offerings and embodies a personalized, inclusive approach to luxury hospitality." - Jennifer Flowers
"The Middleburg resort's famed food and drink festival, held over four days in August, celebrates diversity in the hospitality industry with panel discussions, cooking demonstrations, recreational activities, legendary feasts, and vibrant nightly parties. Chef and restaurateur Kwame Onwuachi, the resort's CEO Sheila Johnson, and Food & Wine editor-in-chief Hunter Lewis have even bigger plans for this year's festival (August 14-17), including legacy dinners and golf excursions; the full schedule will be released in the next few months, and overnight packages and event passes are available on the resort's website." - Emily Venezky
"A food festival celebrating diversity within the hospitality community, featuring renowned chefs and culinary discussions." - Stacey Leasca
"Salamander Middleburg, less than 50 miles west of Washington, D.C., is a stately and elegant venue, embodying Virginia’s equestrian culture. It offers guests a range of activities including horse riding, a gym, spa, and bike borrowing, along with proximity to a wine region." - Wanda Mann
"A palatial resort and spa owned by a high-profile entrepreneur, offering luxurious accommodations and signature vinotherapy-style treatments such as a grape-seed scrub massage and a Pinot Noir body wrap." - Ashlea Halpern, Nicholas DeRenzo