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Taste It, Post It, Tell the World - a creative tasting, networking, and content creation event
Calling All Influencers – Be the first to Dish about 2026 Virginia Beach Restaurant Week’s Theme Launch!
Thank you for your interest in partnering with the Virginia Beach Restaurant Association (VBRA) to help promote Virginia Beach Restaurants at our special local foodie influencer meet & greet event, Dish & Tell – Taste It, Post It, Tell the World – a creative tasting, networking, and content creation event!
Event Highlights
- When: October 29, 2025 from 3pm – 5pm
- Where: Ocean Eddies Seafood Restaurant; 1415 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
- Who: Meet & greet with local Foodie Influencers and VBRA restaurant members – presented by VBRA & A Social Media Marketing Company
Sponsored and presented by the VBRA & A Social Media Marketing Company
What We’re Looking For
- 21+
- Hampton Roads resident
- Active food, beverage, lifestyle, or Hampton Roads–focused content creator. Profile must clearly demonstrate consistent influencer-style posting (not just a personal account)
- You must have a public profile and at least 10k engaged followers on Instagram or TikTok to apply. A public Instagram profile is required.
- Passionate about social media & content creation with a track record of posting and sharing regularly
- A genuine love for Virginia Beach’s culinary scene and enthusiasm for promoting local restaurants and beverage experiences
What’s Included
- Complimentary food & beverage tasting menu
- Networking with VBRA restaurant members and fellow influencers, connecting you directly with local owners, chefs, and creatives
- Opportunities to collaborate and create content
- Brand growth potential — expand your reach, strengthen your personal brand, and explore future partnership opportunities with local restaurants and event attendees
- Content amplification — VBRA may share or repost your content (with credit), helping extend your visibility across the Hampton Roads food and beverage community.
Why Partner With the VBRA and VBRA Member Restaurants?
- Exclusive access & experiences – Get an insider’s look and first taste of special VBRA sponsored dining events, for example Restaurant Week dishes before anyone else.
- Grow your content & audience – Create fresh, authentic content that your followers love: behind-the-scenes stories, chef interviews, dish highlights, and live coverage from a buzz-worthy event.
- Boost your brand – Align your name with a respected, city-wide culinary celebration supported by VBRA, regional tourism, and local media.
- Network & collaborate – Meet top local chefs, fellow influencers, and restaurant owners, opening doors to future partnerships and content opportunities.
- Support your local food scene – Play a direct role in spotlighting the vibrant, creative dining community of Virginia Beach and help drive new guests to local restaurants.
- Perks & recognition – Enjoy complimentary tastings, shout-outs from VBRA’s social media and listing on the VBRA website (reaching thousands of locals and visitors), plus the chance to have your content reshared to even wider audiences.
Ready to Join Dish & Tell?
Complete the influencer application below. This form serves as your registration request, and VBRA and A Social Media Marketing Company will review all submissions. Selected influencers will receive confirmation by email/phone.
