Party on: South Fork food truck reinvents dining at home
I grew up in the dinner party era. Among my favorite childhood memories is falling asleep to the mysterious sounds of my parents’ parties—roars of laughter, clanging glasses and high heels […]
Shenandoah Joe rolls out beer-inspired iced coffee and more local restaurant news
Shenandoah Joe rolls out beer-inspired iced coffee Good news for all the caffeine junkies who also happen to be beer snobs. As of a couple weeks ago, there’s a beverage […]
Torch bearer: Bizou carries on great food without the fuss
In the fall of 1993, in a booth at an unassuming new restaurant on Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall, I dug into a plate of rabbit quesadillas. I was floored. “Who puts […]
Ranked amateur: Homebrew for Hunger winner brings wares to market
Amateurs are making some darn good beer in this town. Amateurs, dude. Anyone who had the opportunity to attend the Homebrew for Hunger event at Fifth Season Gardening last fall […]
Duck dining: Charlottesville Cooking School teaches easy preparations for intimidating protein
Albemarle County ducks, be on your guard. You may have been safe before, owing simply to the fact that some people don’t know how to break you down and make […]
Overheard on the restaurant scene: This week’s foodie news
The Downtown Grille is officially back open for business after being closed for an extensive six-week renovation. Located on the west end of the Downtown Mall, the restaurant has been […]
Overheard on the restaurant scene: This week’s foodie news
Zocalo is busting loose. On Monday, February 24, for one night only, Zo.Ca.Lo is turning into Zy.De.Co, serving up Cajun and Creole cuisine in celebration of Mardi Gras. A handful […]
What happens when you seek out Charlottesville’s top rated beer servers?
The next big thing in beer is going to be weed. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves. You’ve likely heard of sommeliers, the expertly trained snobs who help you negotiate […]
Overheard on the restaurant scene: This week’s foodie news
Ever tried chocolate covered bacon? Now’s your chance. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, My Chocolate Shoppe is open for business! Located at 406 E. Main St. on the Downtown Mall, is open […]
Five Finds on Friday: Jose De Brito
On Fridays, we feature five food finds from local chefs and personalities. Today’s picks come from Jose De Brito, who once owned Ciboulette and is now the chef ofThe Alley Light. De […]