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 […]
Gearharts desire
There is something magical about chocolate. I used to spend every Sunday with my Nana, and these visits included a chocolate treat or two from her sweets jar on the […]
Virginia’s spirits come to life in the glass
Vitis vinifera and native apples soak up the praise for the nationally acclaimed pressings that fill Virginia’s cellars. For every drop that makes it to the vintner’s bottle, loads of […]
MarieBette spinoff offers traditional take on donuts
Donuts have been on a certain trajectory for the last two decades: bigger, more toppings, more creativity—an arms race of candy, cookies, and fried pork. After several years working with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Olive oil, pasta, mezcal, coffee, champagne, and global cuisine—these local food instructors know their craft
By BJ Poss, Sarah Golibart Gorman, and Ella Powell The simple recipe of ingredients and technique Behind an ever-changing food scene, local cooks, mixologists, and makers are working every day […]
Terroir Tapes Listening Sessions—Act II
Exploring geographies that produce distinctive flavors, the Terroir Tapes Listening Sessions—Act II blends hip-hop history with wine-tasting in a bold and vibrant manner. Hosted by Emmy Award-nominee Jermaine Stone of […]