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When was the historic house built?
The Historic house was built in 1750. Many changes have been made to the original structure but the fireplace in the main shop is original.
Was George Washington ever in the house?
George Washington crossed the Occoquan River on the Ferry. His horse was upset and the carriage went into the river. The house was the Ferryman's house so it stands to reason, while the Ferryman fished the carriage out of the river, George possibly could have been sent to the house to drip dry.
Do you have wine tastings?
Yes, not only do we have tastings throughout the week and all weekends,but we offer wine trips. Once a month we hold special evening free wine tastings. During these events we feature a particular country, or grape, and pair it with "tids & bits", food items made with some of our great sauces, mustards and seasonings we carry in the shop
What on earth is gelato?
Italy's Finest ice cream - 98%fat free with all natural ingredients and no artificial flavors or colors. It is lower in sugars too. Don't confuse it with italian ice which is shaved ice flavored with syrups. Gelato is true ice cream....in fact it can be called the kiss of death, it is that gooooooood!
Do you have a ghost?
Yes, we call her Molly. Molly doesn't like the dark; if we shut off lights, the lights will be on when we arrive in the morning. So we must leave one light on each nght. This light went out mechanically and until we could get it fixed she pushed storage boxes into the middle of the floor.
How do I get to Tastefully Yours
Coming from D.C. take 95 south to exit 160 (Occoquan) bear right and follow the signs to historic Ocoquan. Right before the new 123 bridge you will be turning left into the town. At first stop sign turn right and then left at next corner (Mill Street... Take Mill down to you reach 406...the cream colored house with the covered front porch...just waiting for you. Coming North take the Occoguan exit and follow directions as above.The town has lots of FREE parking.
What hours are you open?
Winter hours Mon - Fri. 11:00 - 5:00 Sat. 11:00 - 6 (till 8 in Dec.) and Sunday 11 - 6:00. In the Spring we will open for extended evening hours to 8:00 on Thurs, Fri. and Sat.,so you can stroll the streets of Occoguan and come by for a treat.
How can I find out about special events like wine tastings and family nights?
Register your email address and you will receive our newsletters complete with a listing of the upcoming events and latest news. OR check the EVENTS page on our website.
What makes your Gelato different from thoses in grocfery stores?
Our gelato is made by a company that uses authentic recipes from Rome. Another place that serves this Gelato is the Italian Embassy so it must be the finest Italian Gelato made.
How do you differ from the Wine shop next door?
Tastefully Yours decided to offer Boutique Wines from Europe, South America, South Africa, and Austrailia. Our domestic wines are currently from California, Oregon, North Carolina, and New York. Come in for a wine tasting, you will be surprised how affordable our wines are. The shop next door stocks a nice variety of only Virginia Wines. Two great wine shops on the same street...Can you believe it?
Where do you get the wonderful cheeses?
Murray's in New York, the finest cheese wholesaler we know and other international & domectic cheese makers.