Stella’s Grocery and the VMHC Announce Partnership to Reimagine Museum Café 

The VMHC is proud to announce a new partnership with Stella’s Grocery that brings new life to the museum’s café. Inspired by the legacy of beloved restaurateur Stella Dikos, this collaboration pays tribute to her more than seven decades of impact on the Richmond food scene and the deep connection between her family and the community.

Blending culinary tradition with cultural heritage, Commonwealth Café celebrates Virginia’s diverse foodways while offering museum visitors a warm, welcoming place to gather. At the café, guests can enjoy a selection of Stella’s grab-and-go, dine-in, and retail products.

“The VMHC is dedicated to preserving and sharing the story and legacy of Virginians. Now, through this innovative collaboration with Stella’s and the wonderful Giavos family, we will be able to take our café to new heights—not just by offering delicious food but by adding story and legacy to the menu.” – VMHC President & CEO Jamie Bosket.