Sarah Golibart Gorman, Author at C-VILLE Weekly

Dreaming of sushi, djon djon mushroom broth, and a vineyard hike

Roll with it Yoshihiro Tauchi, often called the best sushi chef in town, is now slinging sashimi at Vitae Spirits on the Downtown Mall. After building his legacy at TEN, Lemongrass, and his own spot, Mican (formerly Kokoro), Tauchi went private—until his pop-up partnership with Vitae went permanent in August 2024. His Omakase Obscura menu […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | April 30, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

Micah LeMon’s cocktail guide returns to shelves under a new name

When Micah LeMon titled his 2017 mixology manual, The Imbible: A Cocktail Guide for Beginning and Home Bartenders, he wasn’t expecting a lawsuit. After nearly two decades behind the bar, a master’s in linguistics, an abandoned Ph.D., a Hollywood stint, and being part of the opening team at the James Beard-nominated Alley Light restaurant, LeMon […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | April 9, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

The cup returns to Barboursville, and pizza adds players

Virginia wine lovers, raise a glass—preferably filled with Barboursville Vineyards’ 2023 vermentino. Luca Paschina has done it again, snagging a sixth Virginia Governor’s Cup for the winery. New this year, the competition introduced Best in Show awards for the most competitive categories. Both Pollak Vineyards’ 2022 merlot reserve and Jefferson Vineyards’ 2023 viognier were honored. […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | March 26, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

The return of a local Thai favorite

After a fire closed Silk Thai in the summer of 2022, the beloved Charlottesville restaurant is finally welcoming diners back. The road to reopening was long, but owner Mongkhol Chinsetthagit, known as TK Chin, never lost sight of his vision. The fire, caused by a gas leak in the basement of the old building on […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | March 5, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

New team will take it away, and burger bonus round

Nestled on Elliewood Avenue, Take It Away has been serving up made-to-order sammies for more than three decades, thanks to the resilience and passion of owner Tom Bowe. A true survivor, Bowe was diagnosed with cancer five years ago, faced down the odds, and after two hip replacements and a battle that almost took him, […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | February 19, 2025

Culture Feature

Don’t mock ‘em till you try these booze-free local drinks

From zero-proof takes on classic cocktails to innovative new concoctions, local bartenders are flipping the script on mocktails with bold flavors, sustainable practices, and a whole lot of care. These drinks aren’t just substitutions—they’re their own thing, standing tall on flavor, creativity, and style. Whether you’re giving your liver a break (and heeding the Surgeon […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | January 22, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

A supper series and celebration of Southern foodways

When my husband and I arrived at Veritas Vineyards and Winery for the final Supper Series and Harvest Celebration in mid-October, I thought I’d prepared him for the evening. But as we approached a sea of round tables set for family-style dining, he was visibly horrified—visions of passing dishes and making small talk with strangers […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | January 1, 2025

Culture Food & Drink

Here’s to more openings, fewer closings, and a delicious new year

This year, the culinary scene proved resilient. Despite challenges— fires, break-ins, and heartbreak—the community thrived. We mourn the loss of Mel Walker and celebrate the continuation of his soul-food legacy at Diilishus Fish & Chik’n. Blue Moon Diner closed after nearly two decades, leaving behind memories of its role as a community hub. And we […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | December 18, 2024

Culture Food & Drink

Advice for dining at The Clifton’s 1799

Included in the 2024 Michelin Green Guide USA East, The Clifton was built in 1799 as a home for Thomas Jefferson’s daughter Martha and her husband. The property currently houses a boutique hotel and restaurant helmed by Executive Chef Matthew Bousquet. On a crisp November evening, I decided to see what all the excitement was […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | December 4, 2024

Culture Food & Drink

Chickadee spreads its wings, and Christmas is served

Somewhere is better than nowhere If Virginia had a flavor, it might taste like Fine Creek Brewing’s Somewhereness Festival. On Saturday, December 14, the brewery will host its second annual celebration of Virginia’s fields and forests. Featuring beer, cider, and wine made primarily with Virginia-grown ingredients, this event is a true toast to terroir. Sip […]

Sarah Golibart Gorman | November 27, 2024