Henry as a child helping on the family farm in the 1940s. The Chiles family has been in Albemarle County for over 100 years, with several generations of farmers named Henry working the land. …
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 …
This has been an amazing year at Chiles. We had long and fruitful peach and apple seasons, plus berries, sunflowers, pumpkins, zinnias, and more! It was wonderful to see so many people come …
Sweet and hearty, pumpkin soup is a flavorful start to any fall dinner or a full meal all on its own. Mix it up in the kitchen with these different takes on pumpkin …
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 basket home, …
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 what charcuterie boards …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Chiles Family Orchards - Since 1912
