Knife & Fork: Summer 2018

SUMMER 2018

Wi were o sh it ur ide a

Taste is everything.

Marga FLIGHrita 4everTS

Sippable seasonal wines (reds, too!)

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Pippin Hill’s Diane Burns, in the garden

Keeping up with the corn cobs Authentic arepas with inventive twists

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S The Dish 13 Summer’s bounty

Getting corny with Junction’s chef.

15 Grow local

Chatting with Pippin Hill’s horticulturist.

25

pounds

That’s how much bologna Holly’s Diner serves per week, courtesy of its fried bologna sandwich.

19 Food in hand

Get your authentic arepas here.

19 Wine to watch

A local somm opens shop.

21 Dairy-free

Picks for healthy eats, from a vegan blogger.

Grease lightning

Wining about summer

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When it’s so hot you could cook an egg on the pavement, that’s when we know it’s time to get fried. Fried foods, that is. This issue celebrates all things greasy and crispy, from a deep-fried side to a surprising sushi roll.

There’s almost nothing more Charlottesville than sipping a glass of rosé on the patio of a local winery on a sunny summer afternoon.

But what else is there? Here are our picks for the best summer wines (reds included!).

23 Flight of fancy

Zocalo’s margarita buffet.

Half full

Fill up your glass at one of the area’s 50+ wineries, breweries and cideries.

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Eat up

More than 400 restaurants to satisfy your craving—from apple pie to zucchini fritters.

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The Last Bite

Scoop, scoop, hooray!

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ON THE COVER: Order up! The spotlight’s on Brown’s (yum!) fried chicken.

Photo: Morgan Salyer. COMMENTS? Email the editor at caite@c-ville.com.

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That’s how many fried Oreos one local sugar fiend downed in a single sitting at Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint.

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We asked the staff:

Where will you get your fried food fix this summer?

“Fried lemon peel, artichokes and olives at Tavola’s cicchetti bar. Also, Brasserie Saison has the best French frites in town.”

editor@c-ville.com KNIFE & FORK EDITOR

Caite Hamilton (x45)

“I got mine a little early this year—funnel cake at the Dogwood Carnival in April.

I couldn’t help myself!”

NEWS EDITOR

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Tami Keaveny (x18) ARTS & LIVING REPORTER

Erin O’Hare

“My fried food fix is the fried green tomato salad at Miller’s, which I’m likely having for lunch.”

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Susan Sorensen

Design and Production CREATIVE DIRECTOR

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“Only slightly embarrassed to admit that nothing beats fresh-fromthe-fryer McDonald’s French fries: I’ve been stealing ’em off my kids’ trays for decades.”

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Most amaizeing Junction’s street corn celebrates the best summer veggie

By Shea Gibbs

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Junction’s Mexican street corn

orn-lovers unite: It’s summer and officially the best time to dig into the sweet, versatile veggie.

But what’s the best way to enjoy corn this summer? Well, how much time you got?

According to Junction chef Melissa CloseHart, corn can be used “all over the place” and shows up in cuisine across the globe. But it’s particularly prevalent in Southern and TexMex cooking, she says.

“I’m from the Deep South, and we looked forward to corn season,” Close-Hart says. “My uncle had a small family garden, so we were always eating fresh corn.” It’s the perfect vegetable, she says, because it’s also a starch—kinda like munching on a baguette and claiming it’s kale.

Since launching Belmont-based Junction early last year, Close-Hart has been able to expand on her love of corn through the restaurant’s Southwestern specialties. Junction features corn in tortillas, pupusas, salads, a braised chicken dish, Johnny cakes and more.

Deeper into the corn calendar, she’ll roll out her peach tart with corn ice cream.

“It turns up so often in Mexican cuisine because it’s indigenous and so versatile,” Close-Hart says. In addition to garnishes and stand-alone dishes like elote street corn (see sidebar for Close-Hart’s recipe), corn can be processed for oils and flour.

Corn’s also quite prevalent in Virginia, and farmers are beginning to embrace many of the previously forgotten heirloom varieties, Close-Hart says. She scores bushels of those babies when she can, but Junction goes through so much elote—about 30 percent of

Serves 6

6 ears corn, shucked 1 cup Duke’s mayonnaise 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped 3 tbs. garlic, minced 1/4 cup Junction spice mix* 3 tbs. lime juice

BILL LESUEUR

3/4 cup sour cream

3/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled

Corn ready

1/4 cup vegetable oil

Sweet corn has been grown in the Virginia

2 tsp. salt

earth since long before English settlers

1 tsp. black pepper

landed here. The state’s rich soil is ideal for

Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, half of the cilantro, garlic, half of the Junction spice mix, lime juice and 1/2 cup of cheese in large bowl.

(Dressing can be kept in refrigerator for up to two weeks.) In another large bowl, combine oil, salt, pepper and the remaining half of the Junction spice mix. Add the corn and toss until it’s coated evenly. Grill or broil corn until lightly charred on all sides. Place corn in a bowl with the dressing; toss to coat evenly.

Serve immediately. Garnish with remaining cilantro and queso fresco. *Available at The Spice Diva

the crop, which must be planted in blocks of three or four rows to allow it to pollinate in the wild, according to Virginia Tech ag experts. Other conditions necessary for proper corn cultivation include: l Sunny

climate.

l Average l pH

moisture.

of 6.0 to 7.0.

l Warm

temperatures between 60 and 75F.

l Manured

or composted soil the fall before planting.

l Seeds

planted two weeks after last spring frost.

l Planting

1.5 to 2 inches deep, 4 to 6 inches apart; rows planted 30 to 36 inches apart.

diners order the dish of cobbed corn, Duke’s mayo, queso, cilantro, lime and spice—she has to bulk source a “good bi-colored sweet corn.”

“Mexican street corn has really gained in popularity as street food in general has become popular,” Close-Hart says. “It’s easy to do on food trucks and markets, and the public has grown to appreciate it.”

TOM MCGOVERN

“It turns up so often in Mexican cuisine because it’s indigenous and so versatile.”

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The Dish

Up on the Hill Picturesque gardens feed a winery kitchen JOHN ROBINSON

By Erika Howsare

D

iane Burns’ journey has taken her to some pretty interesting places—but it’s a good bet that her current place of work, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards, is one of the most beautiful. Burns is the on-site horticulturist, and she tends neat garden beds that hug the perimeter of the tasting room and spill down the hill—all of it overlooking Pippin Hill’s layered green vista.

Burns has managed the gardens here for the last two years, a role that puts her in close collaboration with Pippin Hill’s chef, Ian Rynecki. “It’s a joint effort,” she says, for the two of them to imagine how the vegetables and herbs she grows can become part of the seasonal menus he creates. It’s not just a matter of using greens in a salad, though Rynecki certainly does; he’s also dreaming up ways to incorporate more unusual ingredients, like the edible purple blossoms from Burns’ chives that garnish a farro dish in spring.

Before Burns came to Pippin Hill, she had a garden business of her own for 15 years, designing and planting ornamental gardens for private clients. Her early career, though, was complete-

ly unrelated. Right out of college, she took a job in D.C. with the U.S. Department of State, helping to coordinate security for American embassies overseas. The work took her to a number of locations abroad, including Morocco.

But by the time her two children were born, she and her husband were ready for a change.

“I always knew that [career] wasn’t me,” she says. Having moved to Lake Monticello, Burns focused on raising her kids and figuring out what was next, and a tree ID class at PVCC led her to the answer: horticulture.

“I’ve always loved the outdoors,” she says, crediting PVCC professor and horticulturist Ian Robertson with inspiring her to pursue gardening. She worked as a garden guide at Monticello for a time, where she gained “a good appreciation for Jefferson’s contributions to American gardening.”

Now, at Pippin Hill, she’s shifted from ornamental gardening to growing food, something that Jefferson certainly would appreciate.

“It’s a huge switch,” she says. “I’ve always had a home vegetable garden as an adult, but this has pushed me beyond my comfort zone.”

Closest to where winery guests sit to dine and sip, garden beds hold African blue basil, edible marigolds for garnishes and bountiful garlic. As one follows the paths further afield —and visitors often do, many times with Burns accompanying them on an impromptu “walkaround”—the crops change to herbs, greens, espaliered Kieffer pears, figs, edible calendula flowers, potatoes and many others. Uphill grows a mini apple orchard, and downhill lives a flock of laying hens in a picture-perfect coop.

Not only is all of this food destined for Pippin Hill’s kitchen—this spring, for example, Rynecki has used red Russian kale, mustard greens, turnips, radishes, pea shoots and more—but the gardens must contribute to the Pippin Hill visuals, which are nothing to sneeze at.

The work promises “constants of learning,” she says. “It’s rewarding to see everything I do being appreciated.”

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The Dish

Griddle me this

Venezuelan arepas come to Charlottesville

By Erika Howsare

L

ooking for a quick, tasty meal? Here’s an option that might not be on your radar—arepas from the Latin grocery La Guadalupana. What’s an arepa, you ask? It’s somewhere between a sandwich and a taco, it’s a staple of Venezuelan cooking and it’s delicious.

The Carlton Road business has been around for almost two decades, but new owners Johan Torres and Fernando Salazar, both from Venezuela, and Ygnacio Velasquez, who’s from Mexico, decided to add arepas to the Mexican standards their menu already offered. “Charlottesville people love gourmet food,” says Torres, who wanted to expand his clientele. A savory, affordable lunch seems like a great way to do it.

An arepa starts with a cornmeal cake that gets fried on the griddle before opening to receive any of a number of fillings. Torres and his partners put some standards on the menu—like the Pelúa Arepa, which is the arepa version of a cheeseburger, with shredded beef and cheddar—as well as some new inventions of their own. (Torres’ wife Veronica, who grew up in Argentina, influenced the La Sureña option with its chimichurri sauce on grilled steak.)

Chicken-lovers will go for the California Girl (with avocado, cheese and bacon) and Reina Pepiada (chicken salad with avocado), and vegetarians have yummy options too, like black beans with queso fresco and avocado.

The Pabellón will connect you to the culture of Venezuela, where one might often be served a plate of shredded beef, queso fresco, fried egg, beans and sweet plantains—here all those ingredients get combined inside an arepa, with the corn cake bringing its own sweet flavor to the mix. Did we mention those crispy corn cakes? Delicioso.

TOM MCGOVERN

Longtime local sommelier turns toward retail “Usually, you’ll be lucky to find one or two kinds of savonnières in a wine shop, but we like to go deep,” she says. That’s the same approach she takes with cru beaujolais, a section she says she’s also quite proud of.

In Vino Veritas is categorized by country, with exceptions for dessert wines, bubbly and a value wall where all bottles are priced at $20 or less.

JEFFREY GLEASON

When it comes to wine, Erin Scala has been giving advice about it for years. Now, she’s selling it.

The Virginia native has served the wine industry across the country, working as a sommelier in New York City before moving back to the area in 2014 and becoming the wine director at Fleurie. In late 2017, she took over the lease at In Vino Veritas, a wine shop in Keswick that she’s already made her own.

A myriad of mostly emerald green glass bottles cover the walls in symmetric rows and columns in Scala’s shop on Louisa Road, where the aficionado has stocked an estimated 600 to 1,000 different SKUs of wine. And yes—she’s tasted them all.

The carefully curated selection comes from some of the greatest wine producers in the world, she says, with a focus on special regions such as Savonnières, her favorite in France.

In her free time, Scala writes a blog called Thinking Drinking, is a regular contributor to C-VILLE’s Knife & Fork magazine and is often featured on a podcast called “I’ll Drink To That,” which was recently acclaimed by the New York Times.

Whether she’s sampling a beverage from France or somewhere in her hometown, she takes the same approach.

“I’m really looking for wines made from fruits that have been farmed with a lot of care,” she says, adding that she focuses on ones that are sustainably, organically and biodynamically farmed.

But when it comes down to buying a bottle, it might be easier than you’d think.

Says Scala, “Ultimately, if you’re buying wine made by a small family, and it’s sustainable, organic or biodynamic, it’s probably going to be tasty.”—Samantha Baars

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The Dish

Vegan anew Local blogger dishes on all things vegan

By Erin O’Hare

with my conscience while I ate animal products and parts. The hardest part was learning to navigate eating with friends and family, and at restaurants.

Now it’s second nature.

“I

could never live without cheese!” That was one of Ashley Addington’s mottoes.

She’d been vegetarian since she was a tween, after seeing videos of animals being “processed” in what was supposed to be a humane facility. “It really upset me…to watch a life violently end for someone’s five-minute meal didn’t make sense to me,” she says. She knew she’d never eat animals again.

She’d always thought veganism— eliminating all animal products, not just meat, from one’s diet—was extreme. But once she realized veganism better aligned with her values of not wanting animals to suffer in any way for her sake, she decided to try it.

Addington, who works for a local solar energy company, blogs about veganism (as well as motherhood and transitioning to a zero-waste lifestyle) on ashleyjanethevegan.wordpress. com, where she keeps an impressive log of where to get vegan eats in town (including vegan cheese). Here, she shares some advice for anyone interested in going vegan.

What might people be surprised to learn is easy about a vegan lifestyle?

Veganism can be as cheap or as expensive as you make it. You can meal prep around plant-based staples like bananas, oats, beans, rice, corn, potatoes, etc. for dollars a day. Or you can eat expensive, processed and packaged vegan food, or, if you have the means, gourmet vegan burgers and fancy cultured vegan cheese.

Veganism can also be as healthy or unhealthy as you make it. You can gorge on French fries, chips, bread, faux meats, Taco Bell burritos and vegan ice cream...or you can stick to whole foods and plant-based meals.

What was the easiest part of going vegan? The hardest part?

The easiest part was aligning my diet with my values, as I had been fighting

AMY JACKSON

K&F: How was the transition from vegetarian to vegan?

Addington: Making the switch seemed daunting. I enjoyed the taste of some meats and especially cheese and ice cream. I asked myself, “What do vegans even eat?” And most importantly, “How will I live without cheese?” What helped me wrap my mind around it was advice from a longtime vegan friend: Replace one thing at a time, one day at a time. I felt less pressure to be perfect and I was pretty much vegan within a week. Don’t aim for perfection immediately—just start!

Ashley Jane’s four local faves Bodo’s Bagels “They’re completely vegan and inexpensive; the PB&J and hummus sandwiches are especially good.”

Texas hummus at Continental Divide “A classic. One of my favorite hummus recipes in town.”

The Impossible Burger at Boylan Heights “It bleeds like a burger and tastes like one. It’s pretty crazy.”

Anything from Juice Laundry “In addition to juice and smoothies, this all-vegan, sustainable company often serves hot food like chili with cashew sour cream or broccoli cheddar soup.”

What is it like to be vegan in Charlottesville?

Larger cities do have higher concentrations of fully vegan restaurants and vegan options. For this reason, my husband and I take trips to veganfriendly cities like Montreal, and for date nights we might drive to Richmond or Washington, D.C. Charlottesville is adapting, though. I see new vegan offerings all the time; even barbecue places here offer vegan sides and some even do smoked pulled tofu with barbecue sauce. If I have to be at a certain restaurant for family or work, I’ve had luck politely asking the kitchen to make me something vegan.

What is your advice to someone contemplating a vegan lifestyle?

Try it! Remember: Replace one item at a time, one day at a time. Read labels.

So many things are already accidentally vegan.

Ashley Addington says if you’re thinking of going vegan, just do it. “Next time you run out of creamer, peruse the non-dairy section of the grocery store,” she says. “There are many options that don’t involve animal exploitation or cholesterol.”

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The Dish

Zocalo’s margarita flights take the choosework out of your boozework

By Erin O’Hare

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JEFFREY GLEASON

ne glance at Zocalo’s drink menu on a warm day and there’s no question what you’ll imbibe: a margarita. The question then becomes, which margarita? Zocalo offers a few, and it can be hard to decide between a salty-butsweet classic or a smoky Mezcal (for the uninitiated, Mezcal is to tequila what Scotch is to whiskey).

For those who simply cannot decide, you no longer have to. Zocalo has introduced a margarita flight, where $20 gets you four mini margs: original, Mezcal, blood orange (on the sweeter side) and jalapeño (this one has a li’l kick to it). Served with or without salt in four small glasses on a wooden paddle, they amount to about two regular-size margaritas, so it’s a decent serving of drink.

Zocalo bar manager Peter Larson says that the margarita flights pair well with Zocalo’s Yucatan-style pork chop, as the versatile dish’s peppery, earthy, semi-sweet flavor profile and slightly acidic bite complements all four of the margarita flavors.

If you’re more of the snacking type, Larson recommends ordering the raspberry-chili glazed cheese fritters (even better: They’re half price during happy hour), which would go well with the margarita flight or its brethren, a mojito flight featuring original, lychee, blood orange and passionfruit flavors.

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This may not be your quickest path to a bikini body, but how ya gonna argue with fried chicken?

Or fried pickles? Or fried Oreos, for that matter? This issue, we’re taking a deep dive into hot oil (metaphorically, of course—safety first!), with a hefty helping of greasy, crispy, fatty treats to satisfy your most sinful summer cravings, plus some advice from the pros on frying foods at home.

And don’t miss the coleslaw tips. There’s cabbage in it. It’s basically a health food (comparatively).

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FRIED AND TRUE

Cluckin’ delicious Charlottesville is full of fried chicken, from high-end restaurant menus to the high concentration of chain chicken spots on 29 North that locals have dubbed “the chicken strip.” But it’s no secret that the best fried chicken spots are the ones tucked away at the base of bridges or in gas stations.

Each of the following fried chicken vendors offers its own tasty take on the ubiquitous dish, plus more sides than you can shake a stick at. And while no two places fry their chicken the same way, they all have two things in common: It’s fried with love, and it’s the best around.

Brown’s

Preston Avenue Shell JOHN ROBINSON

Quality seems to be the name of the game over at Brown’s convenience store and gas station on Avon Street, where the fried chicken counter takes up most of the front of the store. “We use the best, best, best of everything,” says Kim Brown. High-quality flour, spices (they make their own blend) and grease, plus knowing how to cook it well, is how Brown’s achieves its impossibly moistbut-crispy fried chicken, and that same care goes into the baked chicken, too, for those who want a healthier option. Customers can choose their fried or baked pieces—thigh, breast, leg, wing—and combine them with sides for a meal platter. Use the Brown’s gas pump to put at least 10 gallons of gas in your car and you’ll get a free piece of fried chicken to fill up your other tank—your stomach.

but the real secret to the GoCo’s fried chicken is proper preparation: the sifting of the flour, keeping the grease at the right temperature and keeping the pieces in the fryer for just the right amount of time. As this reporter headed out the door with a fried wing, David warned her that just as she shouldn’t drink and drive, she shouldn’t eat and drive, because this chicken requires one’s full attention.

Wayside Chicken

Brownsville Market “It’s just a down-home country recipe,” says Albert Graves of the Brownsville Market’s fried chicken. “It goes back many, many years.

All the local people around here know how good it is.” Graves says they use a special blend of seasonings and quality flour to bread the chicken before giving it a dip in the deep fryer. The market offers the usual fried chicken sides, like potato wedges, mac ‘n’ cheese and cole slaw, but also mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, peas, even onion rings. “We have a little bit of everything,” says Graves.

Wayside Chicken

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Cherry Avenue GoCo David, the fried chicken cook at the Cherry Avenue GoCo, says he only looks for one kind of feedback from the people who try his fried chicken: “Like Campbell’s soup: M’mm m’mm good,” he says. There’s a secret recipe, of course,

What’s unique about the fried chicken at the Shell station on Preston Avenue is the way it’s fried: Cook Jim Simpson uses an enormous cast-iron skillet in lieu of a vat, a frying method that’s more like home-fried chicken than anything else, says store manager Elizabeth Girardeau. The Shell station has so many regulars that, more often than not, by the time a customer has walked from the front door to the chicken counter, Simpson’s already dropped her order into the skillet.

Brown’s

Wayside Chicken has been serving fried chicken from the base of the Jefferson Park Avenue bridge for decades, and in all those years, even as the business has changed owners, it’s never changed the recipe or its peppery special spice blend. That consistency is what makes Wayside chicken so good, says operations manager Derek Cummings. That, plus the housemade sides, the house spicy ranch dipping sauce and the fact that you can choose light or dark meat, leg, breast, thigh, wing or drumstick. Wayside also offers baked chicken (again with a special spice blend) for those who need or want a gluten-free option.—EO

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In 2017, Bon Appetit magazine named Charlottesville native Mason Hereford’s New Orleans sandwich shop, Turkey and the Wolf, its best new restaurant of the year—and heaped praise on its fried bologna sandwich. Closer to home, Holly’s Diner owner Robert Truelove saw that write-up and couldn’t resist paying homage.

“I am a huge Mason Hereford fan,” Truelove says, “and given we are one of a handful of restaurants in C’ville that serve food till 2am, I felt our customers would welcome a sandwich that is both Southern and iconic.”

Holly’s version starts with two quarter-inch slices of Boar’s Head bologna, fried crispy on a griddle (with a weight to keep their edges from curling up). Those two discs of tasty lunchmeat surround a fried egg topped with melted Havarti cheese, with more cheese and fried onion straws on top, all nestled between two slices of Texas toast spread with mayo and Dijon mustard.

“I’ve never been much for bologna,” says kitchen manager Benjamin Linden, “but when combined with all of these amazing flavor combinations, I keep finding myself saying, ‘Please, sir, I’d like some more!’” No wonder Holly’s goes through an estimated 40 sandwiches—and up to 25 pounds of bologna—every week.—NA

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Cole conspirator It’s food pairing 101: If you have a plate of fried chicken in front of you, you need something light and crisp as a complement. Finally, cabbage has a job.

“I like the coleslaw component in any kind of smoked or fried meat dish—the roughage,” says Brian Ashworth of Ace Biscuit & Barbecue. “Sometimes it’s overlooked...but you have to have something fibrous to process the heavy meats. It’s about balance.”

Coleslaw starts with a shaved or chopped cabbage base, but from there it can go in a couple directions. Should it have green and/or red cabbage? Onion? Carrot? Vinegary or creamy dressing?

For Harrison Keevil of Keevil & Keevil Grocery and Kitchen, coleslaw is all those veggies, a light, apple cider vinegar-heavy dressing, salt and heaps of black pepper tossed to order to maintain freshness and keep the red cabbage from bleeding.

“That way it’s still really bright and crisp and you taste all the flavors,” he says.

For Ashworth, the ideal coleslaw is a similar mayo-based (“always Duke’s”) but not-too-creamy dressing on green cabbage, carrot and julienned red onion. For folks who don’t love raw onion, he says the dressing draws out some of the raw flavor and melds everything together.

The kicker for Ashworth—a hit of horseradish. “It’s my grandmother’s recipe,” he says.—SG

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They’re in front of nearly every diner when you walk into Peter Chang China Grill around dinnertime, and they’re hard to miss—puffy, pillow-like rounds of crisped dough, nestled sideby-side along with dipping sauce.

“It is the best appetizer,” says Dine Suseno, restaurant manager. “Every single table orders the bubble pancake.”

Should you be ordering the scallion bubble pancake like everyone else? And what the heck is it? Yes. And: a batter of green onion, flour, egg, canola oil, water, salt and pepper, flash-fried in a wok in smoking vegetable oil. The spherical, hollow cakes are served hot with a yellow curry sauce for dunking freshly torn bits.

According to Suseno, it’s the hot cooking oil and use of a quality carbon steel wok that give the scallion pancake its signature bubble look and airy texture.

And while there’s some internet squabble about the origin of the scallion bubble cake, Suseno says it’s traditional to Chinese culture, and Peter Chang’s version is a faithful rendition: “We make it oniony, but not too oniony.” He says in China, similar cakes are often eaten as a snack and beloved by adults and youth alike. “It is like having fun with the kids—it’s something different,” he says. “The kids get very excited about it.”—SG

JEFFREY GLEASON

Bubblin’ up

Plain Oreos are pretty much inedible. So people have been dunking them in milk, mixing them in ice cream and coating them with all manner of ganache for years.

But what happens when you take the detestable plain Oreo, coat it in pancake batter and deep fry it? Dessert magic, Jack Brown’s-style.

“People come here specifically looking for them,” says Amanda Nuckolls, Jack Brown’s general manager.

It’s a simple recipe: Pull cookie from box, coat in pancake batter (also from a box), fry to golden brown in 350-degree peanut oil, shower with powdered sugar.

The treats are pretty simple to eat, too. One local glutton has put away 22 fried sandwich cookies in a sitting. Why is the exact number on record? JB’s runs a year-long fried Oreo-eating contest. “It’s a lot of sugar,” Nuckolls says. “You need recovery time.”—SG

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Love Sushi King in Seminole Square lures diners with the promise of all-you-can eat sushi rolls and sashimi, plus a bevy of other treats.

But hiding amid its chef ’s special rolls, you’ll find something truly unexpected: the Crazy Monkey Roll, built around a core of deepfried banana.

Banana? Fried? In sushi? “Crazy” sounds about right, but we’re here to tell you it works. Chunks of squishy, caramelized, tempura-battered banana provide just the right amount of sweetness— intense but not overwhelming—with surprising floral, tropical notes. The banana’s joined by rice-flour crunchies for a nice contrast in texture. Then it’s wrapped in rice, nori and a thin blanket of crabmeat, drizzled with savory mayo and special sauce.—NA

Deep-fried side While Boylan Heights’ version of potato salad—a homemade recipe that champions bacon, sweet pickles and a special blend of spices—would be a real crowd-pleaser at a Fourth of July picnic, we wouldn’t recommend it. You’d miss the just-out-of-the-fryer crispy skin that tops the dish and makes it particularly noteworthy.

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Smoke pointers When choosing an oil for frying, it’s all about

peanut and sunflower oil don’t start smoking until

smoke point (or temperature where the fat starts

at least 400. Kelly uses deep fryers with canola oil

to burn), according to Maya Restaurant chef

for his oysters and renowned pimento cheese

Christian Kelly.

fritters. “350 seems to be the perfect tempera-

“Basically, it boils down to how clean an oil is, so my go-to is pretty standard issue canola oil,” he says.

Oils with lots of particulates—looking at you

ture for crisping things up without much oil saturation,” he says.

Kelly pivots for fried chicken on Sunday nights.

Pan-frying the bird so moisture escapes through

extra virgin olive oil—have the lowest smoke

the top, he uses a house mixture of canola and

points. Heat ’em high, and the little organic

olive oil that’s brought right to the smoke point.

bits start to burn, your house fills with smoke

“You’re looking for the shimmer on the surface

and any food you cook in the oil tastes bitter

of the oil,” he says. “It’s usually just before it

and acrid.

starts smoking.”

While higher smoke point oils are often

Keevil does fried chicken at a slightly lower

desirable, each has drawbacks. Kelly admits

temp—300 degrees. That ensures the poultry is

some folks have an aversion to canola oil for

cooked through before the outer breading begins

health reasons. Clean oils are typically neutral, so

to burn.

you don’t get the flavor of a good EVOO. And

For hearty vegetables, like sweet potatoes,

some high smoke point oils—now looking your

Kelly subscribes to the twice-fried method.

way, peanut—can trigger allergic reactions. “I

Blanch the veggies at 250, he says, then crisp at

wish I could use peanut oil, but I try to steer clear

350 right before serving. And remember to

of it,” says Harrison Keevil of Keevil & Keevil

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a lot of sugar in them that comes out while

The sweet spot for cooking most dishes, fried or otherwise, is 350 degrees. Canola, vegetable,

they’re being fried,” he says. “That can give them a slightly more bitter flavor.”—SG

Pickle perfection Smoked Kitchen & Tap’s fried pickles stand out from the first bite.

Other local deep-fried dills come out mushy and bland, with batter that sloughs off as you try to eat them. But Smoked’s thin-sliced chips pack a satisfying crunch, even after a trip home in a takeout container. The pickles themselves—pungently sour, with a surprising kick of heat—seem to become one with the batter.

Kitchen manager Daniel Shifflett and Smoked co-owners Justin van der Linde and Kelley Tripp first cooked up fried pickles as a monthly special around the end of last year, choosing chips over spears as a personal pickle preference.

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FRIED AND TRUE

Going Postal Next time you’re cruising south on 29, stop as soon as you smell barbecue. You’ve reached the Trading Post.

Operated since 1986 by the Eckman family, the Trading Post makes comforting favorites with country store charm—and it throws a mean fish fry on Fridays. Choose a protein (whiting, flounder, clam strips and shrimp are among the choices) and two sides and grab your hushpuppies. The shop also offers up oyster po’ boys, lamb gyros, deli sandwiches, sides like slaw and beans and fresh bread.

In the true country store tradition—get out of here with that Cracker Barrel knockoff—the Trading Post also sells items folks might need but don’t want to go to town for, like boots, hardware and automotive supplies. But since Johnny Eckman and his sister Christy took the place over 15 years ago, they’ve focused more and more on the food.

“I don’t know if it was in my blood or what,” Eckman says, “but my grandmother was a cook, and it is probably a portion of that along with my travels—I was in the Navy and then worked as a civilian in Saudi Arabia for almost six years—so I’ve always been into experimenting and trying different foods.”—SG

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JEFFREY GLEASON

Dipped in buttermilk, then breaded in cornmeal, the fried oysters at Public are more popular than French fries.

Oceans ate Local restaurant kitchens don’t clam up when it comes to fried seafood

O

ne hot New England summer day long ago, my dad took my brother and me to a fair, not far from the ocean, complete with skee-ball games, bumper cars and, of course, fried dough and seafood stands as far as the eye could see. When the sun went down and a breeze started to come in off the water, we sat under a party tent to eat from red and white food trays full of French fries, chicken nuggets and lobster rolls.

As the people at the picnic table next to ours slurped steamed littleneck clams from the shell, my dad asserted, “Can you imagine the poor bastard who was so hungry he decided to eat one of those?”

“Ewww!” my brother and I cried, our noses wrinkling at the thought of a cold, slimy clam sliding down the backs of our throats.

But you’d be hard-pressed to feel sorry for anyone who had a plate of fried seafood in

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front of them—fried clams, fried oysters, fish ‘n’ chips, calamari, the smooth, briny flesh ensconced in a hot, seasoned crust. Mmm. Charlottesville may be a few hours from the coast, but that doesn’t stop some local restaurants from going out of their way to secure delicious seafood to serve here in the mountains, bringing the spirit of shore summers in New England, the mid-Atlantic and even the Gulf Coast to our tables.

why: Raw oysters are dipped in buttermilk, then breaded in seasoned cornmeal rather than flour (keepin’ it gluten-free) before they’re fried and served hot with a vermouth aioli and pickled red onion for some bite. Public brings in oysters from all over—coastal Virginia, the Chesapeake Bay, New England and elsewhere —and uses whatever’s most abundantly available for the fried bivalves, which tend to lose their flavor fried in a seasoned breading.

Fried oysters: Public Fish & Oyster

Shrimp po’boy: Southern Crescent

This seafood restaurant and raw bar offers oysters many ways: raw, roasted and wrapped in bacon, broiled oysters Rockefeller, in ceviche, and fried, the most popular option.

The fried oysters are the only appetizer more popular than French fries, and it’s easy to see

This small New Orleans-infused eatery located on the first floor of a house on Hinton Avenue in Belmont has quite a bit of seafood on its menu, from eggs Chesapeake to gumbo and no fewer than four po’boy sandwich options, all stuffed with seafood.

For its fried shrimp po’boy, Southern Crescent uses wild-caught shrimp from either the Gulf or Carolina Coast, breading and dropping it into 100 percent peanut oil for a clean fry.

The sandwich comes fully dressed, with sliced heirloom tomatoes and remoulade, plus a side of housemade purple potato chips.

All of Southern Crescent’s po’boys are served on Leidenheimer Baking Company’s New Orleans French bread, a key ingredient for an authentic po’boy. Southern Crescent co-owner Lucinda Ewell says that after Hurricane Katrina put much of New Orleans under water in 2005, no true New Orleans restaurant would make and serve a po’boy until Leidenheimer Bakery was back up and running.

Fried clams: Tavola Fried clams aren’t a regular offering at Italian eatery Tavola, but when they’re on the menu, they go fast, gobbled up just a day or two after arriving, fresh, at the restaurant.

As with any fried seafood dish, “The most important thing is the ingredient itself,” says Tavola co-owner and chef Michael Keaveny, which is why he gets clams from Ipswich, Massachusetts (where the fried clam originated, according to New England lore). A high-quality, briny clam is flavorful on its own, which is why Keaveny uses a simple but classic breading technique and frying method that involves dipping the clam in whole milk, then in all-purpose flour before sending it for a swim in very hot canola oil.

Keaveny keeps the oil hot because a higher oil temperature means a faster fry, which usually results in a crispier crust and a less soggy clam.

“We don’t make a dime off them because we eat most of them,” Keaveny says, laughing. “It’s about me being able to indulge myself, my staff, our customers.”—EO

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- Chamomile and Whiskey at Dorrier Park (250 Page St.) from 6-9PM - The Scottsville Volunteer Fire Department fireworks start around 9PM River Town Fest: Scottsville Community Day Saturday, September 8; 10:00AM-9:00PM This year marks 200 years since Scottsville was incorporated as a town. Formerly called “Scottsville Community Day,” River Town Fest celebrates our community

3rd Annual BBQ on the Bend Saturday, September 22; 11:00AM-5:00PM The 3rd Annual BBQ on the Bend Competition is being hosted by James River Reeling and Rafting (265 Ferry St) This people’s choice competition will feature some of Virginia’s best BBQ teams smoking up some of their pulled pork for you to try and rate your favorite!

Scottsville Wizarding Fest Saturday, October 27; 10:00AM-8:00PM Fourth annual Halloween themed event celebrating wizardry and fantasy. Come dressed as your favorite

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Scottsville Pub Run Every Third Wednesday; 6:00PM-8:00PM Meet some new running buddies at the brewery, go for a 5k, relax over a pint or two.

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BY ERIKA HOWSARE

THIS SUMMER, we’re looking through rosé-colored glasses (and then some!)

Summer is a lighthearted time. While in colder months we may enjoy ruminating on deep thoughts while swirling something weighty in our glass—like port, or a full-bodied Sangiovese—summer calls for beverages that are pure fun, just like our pastimes. But is it as simple as just switching from red to white when sunny days arrive? Hardly. Unexpected varietals can enliven summer hangouts. Local wineries offer fabulous places to sip and enjoy yourself. And, at any time of year, knowing a few good bottles to look for can make selection a lot easier. Here’s your guide to drinking your way through summer.

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WHITE We hit up the new owners of Market Street Wine, Siân Richards and Thadd McQuade, to be our summer wine gurus. Yes, they agreed, white wines are the first line of defense against summer heat—but don’t go too heavy on the alcohol content. “In general, lower alcohol can help offset the heat of summer, and bright crisp wines, as well as wines with bubbles, can be really refreshing,” Richards says.

The retailers’ favorite white varietals? Start with Vinho Verde—the name of a grape-growing region in Portugal as well as the name of wines made from the grapes that are indigenous there. They may or may not be lightly fizzy, but in general Vinho Verde is affordable and has a light alcohol content. Quinta de Santiago 2016 Branco Alvarinho is from the northern part of the region and has a creamy texture with a crisp edge and a rich, fruity flavor.

Then there’s Chenin Blanc. “You can find versions that go from simple and clean, to incredibly complex and expressive, depending on the occasion and the budget,” says Richards. Try Domaine Huet “Le Haut-Lieu” Vouvray Sec, which offers fruity and floral notes and a round texture.

Pét-nats, or pétillant naturels, are “a great bubbly choice,” she says, “and offer some different nuances than the Prosecco and Cava we are mostly all familiar with.” They’re definitely trendy right now, but what’s old is new again: Pét-nats are the oldest type of sparkling wines. Try the Meinklang Foam white, made from Pinot Gris grapes and featuring a fruity nose with a bubbly cider-like finish.

Going local? Favorite whites from our region include Early Mountain Petit Manseng, a denser, richer white than many; Blenheim Claim House white, a blend with notes of honeysuckle, green apple and pear; and Stinson Wildkat, made from the ancient varietal Rkatsiteli.

ROSÉ “Broadly speaking, you shouldn’t think too hard about rosé,” says Richards. That said, “There are really beautiful and nuanced rosés that can serve for an occasion or stand up to a nice meal.” She and McQuade recommend exploring options from less-familiar regions: not just Tavel and Provence but also the Loire, Spain, Austria and MORGAN SALYER

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and dinner events, and its Terrace always offers light fare

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and enjoy the vino along with a view. Grace Estate

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the Virginia wine industry was born, might also boast

Winery offers a free hangout every Friday evening from

—or you can bring your own picnic. Watch Blenheim

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discounts on Grace Estate wines. King Family

even art workshops. Early Mountain Vineyards offers

Jefferson. Bring your own food, taste wine in the

Vineyards hosts polo matches every Sunday through

a full fine-dining menu, as well as simpler wine tastings,

Library 1821 tasting room where chefs pair small

October 7, which you can watch for free, as well as

and sometimes hosts live music. Afton Mountain

dishes with the wines, or go all the way and enjoy

Wine Wednesday from 5 to 8pm (grab some Moe’s

Vineyards and Wisdom Oak Winery both offer a low-

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California. “You can find very light and crisp rosés, ones that are pretty full bodied and even ones that are more ‘serious’ and savory,” Richards says.

Try Ameztoi “Rubentis” Rosado Txakolina, a rosé from Spain’s Basque Country with tart fruit and a ballet-pink color. The almost electric hue of Zoe Rosé, from Greece, shows how much variability there can be in the color of rosé; look for hints of juniper and rose in the nose and a balanced palate.

Locally, Blenheim Vineyards’ Rosé is made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Mourvedre grapes left “on the skins” for 72 hours—this is the part of the winemaking process that gives rosé its pink color. The Blenheim rosé begins with strawberry and honey on the nose and delivers a refreshing watermelon finish.

RED Reds can serve better than you’d think in summertime. Consider casual-style wines that are meant for simple meals and easygoing occasions.

“Especially among natural wine makers, gluggable or ‘glou glou’ wines are really pretty popular right now,” Richards says.

Try the rustic Chilean Pipeño, made from the grape País, the first varietal brought to the Americas by the Spanish. “They can be served with a slight chill and are good with most of the obvious summertime meals,” says Richards, who likes Viño Maitia 2016 Aupa Pipeño, with its notes of raspberry and cherry.

Beaujolais “is delicious and is still a bit underrated, so offers great value,” she says. “The best of Beaujolais still comes in way under the price of the best of more sought-after wines like Burgundy.” She and McQuade recommend Chateau Cambon 2016, which the New York Times called a “bright, earthy, lip-smacking, slightly rustic straight Beaujolais.”

If you’ve never experienced a sparkling red, like Lambrusco or Gragnano, summer would be the time to try them. “Perfect with pizza or a picnic,” says Richards. Check out Paltrinieri 2016 Radice, which offers an acidic palate of strawberry and pink grapefruit.

The gurus recommend Stinson Vineyards’ Cabernet Franc, and the Cab Franc from King Family Vineyards is also a fresh choice for summer.

Berry nice Looking for something different?

Head out to the back roads of Nellysford and visit Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery. Besides mead—a fermented honey drink—the winery offers summery fruit wines. There are versions made from blueberries, raspberries, peaches, plums and even elderberries.

And when the crop comes in well, the farm also offers pick-your-own blackberries in season (late July into August).

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Wineries

Albemarle CiderWorks What started as an orchard for rare and heirloom apples grew into a popular area cidery. Tastings and tours are available for $3 per person. 2550 Rural Ridge Ln., North Garden. 297-2326.

Blue Mountain Brewery Well-liked brewery serves up its local drafts, plus light fare for lunch and dinner. 9519 Critzers Shop Rd., Afton. (540) 456-8020.

Blue Toad Hard Cider Large outdoor space, classic pub food and, of course, hard cider. 9278 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Afton. 996-6992.

Bold Rock Cidery Virginia’s largest (and growing!) cidery. Free tours and tastings daily. 1020 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 361-1030.

Castle Hill Cider Enjoy a glass of Terrestrial on the octagonal porch or explore the grounds.

Open for tastings daily. 6065 Turkey Sag Rd., Keswick. 296-0047.

Champion Brewing Company Beer-focused kitchen offerings, plus five ales on tap. 324 Sixth St. SE. 295-2739. $.

Devils Backbone Brewing Company Nelson’s hip brewpub—award-winning craft beers, lunch and dinner. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland. 361-1001.

Hardywood Pilot Brewery & Taproom Charlottesville’s version of the beloved Richmond brewhouse. 1000 W. Main St. 234-3386.

James River Brewing Co. There’s only beer here.

561 Valley St., Scottsville. 286-7837.

Potter’s Craft Cider Handcrafted cider out of Free Union, with a city tasting room. 209 Monticello Rd. 964-0271.

Pro Re Nata Brewery A farm brewery and food truck offering up to 12 craft beers and live music.

6135 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. 823-4878.

Random Row Brewing Co. No food (but there are food trucks!), but nearly 12 beers on tap. 608 Preston Ave. 284-8466.

Reason Beer A 30-barrel production facility, plus a tasting room with rotating craft brew on tap.

1180 Seminole Trail, Suite 290. 260-0145.

South Street Brewery Brews and food from the folks at Blue Mountain. 106 W. South St. 293-6550.

Starr Hill Brewery Largest independent craft brewer in Virginia with 16 rotating beers on tap.

5391 Three Notched Rd., Crozet. 823-5671.

Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery Craft beers and beer-infused pub food. 520 Second St. SE. 956-3141. Sour house: 946 Grady Ave. 293-0610.

Wild Wolf Brewing Company An outdoor “biergarten,” robust menu and up to 12 brews on tap.

2461 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 361-0088.

Wood Ridge Farm Brewery “From the dirt to the glass” brewery 165 Old Ridge Rd., Lovingston.

422-6225.

Afton Mountain Vineyards Try the Albarino, a limited-production, estate-grown white only available in the summer. Tastings are $7 per person. 234 Vineyard Ln., Afton. (540) 456-8667.

Ankida Ridge Vineyards A Sumerian word that means “where heaven and earth join,” Ankida marks the spot—at 1,800' on the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 1304 Franklin Creek Rd., Amherst. 922-7678.

Autumn Hill Vineyards Only open four weekends per year, Autumn Hill produces eight varietals. Tastings are $7 per person. 301 River Dr., Stanardsville. 985-6100.

Barboursville Vineyards Routinely listed on national “best winery” lists, Barboursville is a true destination—for the wines and the scenery. Open for tastings ($5, includes glass). 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. (540) 832-3824.

Blenheim Vineyards Established in 2000 by owner Dave Matthews (yep, that Dave Matthews), Blenheim’s timber-frame tasting room looks down into the barrel room. Tours and tastings are $5 per person. 31 Blenheim Farm.

293-5366.

Bluestone Vineyard Award-winning smallbatch wines in the Shenandoah Valley. Open daily for tastings. 4828 Spring Creek Rd., Bridgewater. (540) 828-0099. bluestonevineyard.com Brent Manor Vineyards Sample wines from the vineyard and a selection of nearby Virginia wines. Tastings are $9 per person. 100 Brent Manor Ln., Faber. 826-0722.

Burnley Vineyards One of the oldest vineyards in the Monticello Viticultural Area. Tastings are $2 per person. 4500 Winery Ln., Barboursville. (540) 832-2828.

Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery Try the Quattro—a blend of Riesling, Gewurtztraminer, Viognier and Traminette—at this spare but relaxing spot. Open for tours and $5 tastings. 9423 Batesville Rd., Afton. (540) 456-8400.

Chestnut Oak Vineyard Single-varietal, single-vineyard wines from Petit Manseng to Chardonnay. Weekend tastings from noon-6pm. 5050 Stony Point Rd., Barboursville. 964-9104.

Cunningham Creek Winery Once a working cow farm, this winery offers Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Cab Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Open for tastings daily. $8 per person. 3304 Ruritan Lake Rd., Palmyra. 207-3907.

DelFosse Vineyards & Winery Try the reds at this off-the-beaten-path spot 30 minutes from Charlottesville. $5 for a classic tasting, $10 for reserve. 500 DelFosse Winery Ln., Faber.

263-6100.

DuCard Vineyards A successful grape-growing business bloomed into what’s now this boutique winery. Tastings are $6 per person and are credited back with a two-bottle minimum purchase. 40 Gibson Hollow Ln., Etlan. (540) 923-4206.

Early Mountain Vineyards Beautifully appointed facility, with a terrace for mountain and vineyards views while sipping. 6109 WolftownHood Rd., Madison. (540) 948-9005.

Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard There’s something for everyone—including sangria—under Fifty-Third’s LEED-certified roof. Open for tastings daily. $10 per person. 13372 Shannon Hill Rd., Louisa. (540) 894-5253.

First Colony Winery Adopt a row of grapevines and you’ll get to learn how to prune and participate in its harvest. $5 tastings. 1650 Harris Creek Rd. 979-7105.

Five Oaks Vineyard Hybrid vines producing Chambourcin, Sabrevois and more. 4574 Belle Vista Dr., Barboursville. 242-9445.

Distilleries Devils Backbone Distilling Co. Virginia straight bourbon whiskey with views of Ragged Mountain.

35 Mosbys Run, Roseland. (540) 602-6018.

Ragged Branch Distillery Virginia straight bourbon whiskey with views of Ragged Mountain.

1075 Taylors Gap Rd. 244-2600.

Silverback Distillery Rye whiskey, monkey gin and Beringei vodka. 9374 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Afton. (540) 456-7070.

Spirit Lab Distilling Single-malt whiskey and amaro behind a red door. 1503 Sixth St. SE. 218-2605.

Virginia Distillery Co. Single-malt whiskey from the Blue Ridge. 299 Eades Ln., Lovingston.

285-2900.

Vitae Spirits Award-winning rum and gin in a hip spot for sipping. 715 Henry Ave. 270-0317.

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Breweries and cideries

SPOTLIGHT

Ankida Ridge Vineyards With a pedigree that includes guidance from renowned vineyard consultant Lucie Morton and local winemaker Matthieu Finot, it’s no wonder Ankida Ridge has experienced such success in its 10 years in operation. But we have a feeling that success is also owed to its owner/operators, a family from Virginia Beach who found a beautiful plot of land and an unexpected new venture in winery stewardship.

Dennis and Christine Vrooman, a former veterinarian and nurse respectively, dreamt of their Amherst County vineyard before ever seeing it, which is how they knew, when they stepped onto the Blue Ridge Mountains property, that it was their next big adventure.

Their son, Nathan, joined them as winemaker in 2009. Under his care, Ankida (a Sumerian word meaning “where heaven and earth join”) has earned recognition for its breathtaking views, bold choices and, of course, its wine. The 2014 Chardonnay, for instance, won a gold medal in the 2016 Virginia Governor’s Cup Awards.

1304 Franklin Creek Rd., Amherst. 922-7678.

Flying Fox Vineyard Named after the weather vane on the vineyard’s main building, Flying Fox boasts a limited production of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Viognier and Pinot Gris. Tastings are $5. Highway 151 and Chapel Hollow Road, Afton. 361-1692.

Glass House Winery Don’t miss the tropical conservatory next to the tasting room—or the handcrafted chocolates! Tastings are $5 per person, $8 with an etched wine glass. 5898 Free Union Rd., Free Union. 975-0094.

Grace Estate Winery This 50-acre vineyard on scenic Mount Juliet Farm produces 14 varietals. $9 tastings. 5273 Mount Juliet Farm, Crozet. 823-1486.

Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery The bread and butter at this medieval-themed winery is the authentic honey meads. Try the Dragon’s Blood.

Open for tours and tasting. 2800 Berry Hill Rd., Nellysford. 361-1266.

Horton Vineyards More than 40 different dry, fruit and dessert wines abound at this winery just outside of Barboursville. Tastings are $5. 6399 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville. (540) 832-7440.

Jefferson Vineyards Grab a bottle of Meritage and get a spot on the tree deck for a picturesque afternoon. Tastings are $10. 1353 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 977-3042.

Keswick Vineyards Dog-friendly tasting spot located at the historic 400-acre Edgewood Estate. Tastings daily. 1575 Keswick Winery Dr., Keswick. 244-3341.

Kilaurwen Winery Artisanal wines near Shenandoah National Park. 1543 Evergreen Church Rd., Stanardsville. 985-2535.

King Family Vineyards Frequent Governor’s Cup award winner, King Family is also the site of polo matches every Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to mid-October. Tastings are $7, and you get to keep the glass! 6550 Roseland Farm, Crozet. 823-7800.

Knight’s Gambit Vineyard More than five acres of Petit Verdot, Pinot Grigio, Merlot and Cabernet Franc located on a rolling hillside near Whitehall. 2218 Lake Albemarle Rd. 566-1168.

Lazy Days Winery A boutique winery that’s home to local festivals like the Virginia Summer

Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards Try a glass of the Merlot Reserve while having lunch at the Farm Table & Wine Bar. Tastings are $6 per person. 5022 Plank Rd., North Garden.

202-8063.

Pollak Vineyards Located between Charlottesville and Wintergreen, this 98-acre farm produces 27 acres of French vinifera.

Open daily. 330 Newtown Rd., Greenwood.

(540) 456-8844.

Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery Sip a glass of Chardonnay in Prince Michel’s tasting room, above the barrel cave and tank room.

Tastings and self-guided tours. 154 Winery Ln., Leon. (540) 547-3707.

Rappahannock Cellars West Coast wine on the East: A desire to raise their 12 children in Virginia led Rappahannock’s owners to relocate from California. Open year-round for tours and $8 tastings. 14437 Hume Rd., Huntly. (540) 635-9398.

Rassawek Vineyards No tasting room; these folks grow grapes for other wineries.

6276 River Rd. W., Columbia. (804) 396-3098.

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Septenary Winery Seven acres under vine at this stunning property, where Old World winemaking techniques abound. 200 Seven Oaks Farm, Greenwood. (540) 471-4282.

Sharp Rock Vineyards Once a working family farm, Sharp Rock is now a vineyard, winery and bed and breakfast. Tastings and selfguided tours available. 5 Sharp Rock Rd., Sperryville. (540) 987-8020.

Solstice Wine Festival. Open for tastings.

1351 N. Amherst Hwy., Amherst. 381-6088.

Stinson Vineyards The cozy tasting room opens to a quaint patio for sipping awardwinning wines and noshing on farm-fresh snacks. Tastings are $7, $10 per person for groups of 10 or more. 4744 Sugar Hollow Rd., Crozet. 823-7300.

Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery A certified-organic vineyard and winery tucked away in the hills. Tastings are $5. Open Friday-Sunday, 11am-5pm (April-December). 3340 Sutherland Rd., North Garden. 984-0774.

Stone Mountain Vineyards A rustic winery offers panoramic views of the surrounding counties from 1,700'. Tastings and tours available. 1376 Wyatt Mountain Rd., Dyke.

990-9463.

Lovingston Winery A densely planted 8.5 acres yields wine of high-quality fruit. (Word to the wise: Leave your pups at home; there are two here already!) Free tastings. 885 Freshwater Cove Ln., Lovingston. 263-8467.

Thistle Gate Vineyard Handcrafted wines aged in French and American oak. Tastings available. 5199 W. River Rd., Scottsville.

286-7781.

Meriwether Springs Vineyard The postand-beam event space is just the beginning —there are also two ponds, a three-acre lake and beautiful Ivy Creek here, which flanks the property. Open for tours and tastings. 1040 Owensville Rd. 270-4299.

Michael Shaps Wineworks Sample Virginia wines in the spare but stylish tasting room, as well as the Premiere Cru Burgundies, grown and bottled in France by owner Michael Shaps. $10 for a tasting of 12 wines.

1781 Harris Creek Way, 296-3438; 1585 Avon St. Ext. (Wineworks Extended), 529-6848.

Mountain Cove Vineyards Even better with age? The first batch of wine here was made in 1976. Open for tours and tastings. 1362 Fortunes Cove Ln., Lovingston. 263-5392.

Mountfair Vineyards You’ll find small-batch, blended red wines at Mountfair, just 20 miles west of Charlottesville. Open for complimentary tastings. 4875 Fox Mountain Rd., Crozet.

823-7605.

Moss Vineyards Fifty-two acres with views of the Blue Ridge, including nine under vine with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Viognier grapes.

Open for tastings Friday-Sunday. 1849 Simmons Gap Rd., Nortonsville. 990-0111.

Trump Winery Virginia’s largest vineyard, Trump offers 200 acres of French vinifera varieties. Tastings are $10 for seven wines.

3550 Blenheim Rd., 984-4855.

Valley Road Vineyards Vineyard and tasting room at the head of the Rockfish Valley.

Tastings are $10 per person for six wines or $15 for a tasting. 9264 Critzers Shop Rd., Afton. (540) 456-6350.

Veritas Vineyard & Winery Award-winning wines at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bring a picnic basket! Tastings are $5.

145 Saddleback Farm, Afton. (540) 456-8000.

Weston Farm Vineyard & Winery Small, family-owned winery. Must love dogs: Charlie and Suzie, the owners’ French bulldogs, often roam the property. $5 tastings and you keep the glass. 206 Harris Creek Rd., Louisa.

(540) 967-4647.

White Hall Vineyards Call ahead to reserve a cheese plate from the neighboring monastery to enjoy with your $5 tasting.

5282 Sugar Ridge Rd., White Hall. 823-8615.

Wisdom Oak Winery Make your way down the long gravel road to get to an intimate tasting room and outdoor picnic area.

Tastings and tours are $5 per person and $10 per person for groups of eight or more. 3613 Walnut Branch Ln., North Garden. 984-4272.

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Asian Cuisine Asian Express Cheap and cheerful, plus delivery. 909 W. Main St. 979-1888. $.

Bamboo House Korean and Chinese entrées served with an aesthetic flair. 4831 Seminole Trail.

973-9211. $$.

Bang! Asian fusion tapas, martinis to die for. 213 Second St. 984-BANG. $.

Bangkok ’99 Traditional Thai. 540 Radford Ln. #700, Crozet, 823-5881; 2005 Commonwealth Dr., 974-1326. $$.

Beijing Station Chinese favorites on the Corner.

104 14th St. NW. 234-3877. $.

Café 88 Cheap dim sum, bento boxes and soups.

Lots of veggie offerings. Preston Plaza. 293-9888. $.

Chen’s Chinese Take-out or eat-in. Inside Annie Land Plaza. 73 Callohill Dr., Lovingston. 263-8865. $.

Chimm Thai Thai street food. Try the dumplings.

5th Street Station. 288-1122. $$.

Chopsticks Express Straight-up no-nonsense Chinese place. 1841 Seminole Trail. 975-4380. $.

Doma Korean Kitchen Korean-style barbecue, kimchi and more. 701 W. Main St. (703) 336-3918. $.

East Garden From chow mein to General Tso’s.

Pantops Shopping Center. 295-2888. $.

Giddy’s Good Fortune Take Away Counter-service spot with Vietnamese, Chinese and Thai. 4916 Plank Rd., North Garden. 245-0332. $.

Ginkgo Chinese Restaurant Sichuan classics from a Peter Chang-trained chef. 104 14th St. NW #8. 872-9386. $/$$.

Got Dumplings Pork, chicken, shrimp and chive, tofu—fast and hot. 1395 W. Main St. 244-3040. $.

Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet Watch chefs prepare food hibachi-style. 1185 Seminole Trail.

973-8889. $$.

Himalayan Fusion Curries, tandoori and other faves, plus a lunch buffet. 520 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 293-3120. $$.

Hong Kong Restaurant & Take-out Favorite Chinese entrées down Avon way. Southside Shopping Center, off Avon Street. 245-8818. $.

J-Petal Japanese crêpes and Thai ice cream.

Barracks Road Shopping Center. 234-3332. $.

Jade Garden Chinese essentials, plus twists like Hawaiian-style Triple Delight. 1139 Fifth St. SW. 979-3512. $.

Kabuto Sushi and Teppanyaki Beautifully presented fresh sushi and teppanyaki, plus soups and desserts. 1836 Abbey Rd. 973-1585. $.

Korean House Traditional Korean specials for modest prices. Cheap lunch specials, too. 221 Carlton Rd. 244-0736. $$.

Kuma Sushi Noodle & Bar Pan-Asian restaurant and karaoke bar. 12 Elliewood Ave. 3282741. $.

Kung Fu Tea Authentic bubble teas, plus dumplings, buns and tarts. 1001 W. Main St. 202-8844. $.

Kyoto A mix of Japanese and Chinese meals— teppanyaki to bento boxes. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 923-8889. $.

Lemongrass Vietnam meets Thailand. Veggie options and delivery, too. 104 14th St. NW. 244THAI. $$.

Lime Leaf Thai The serene dining room is a tad more upscale than the average Thai place. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 245-8884. $/$$.

Love Sushi King All-you-can-eat sushi for $11.98 (lunch) or $17.99 (dinner). Seminole Square Shopping Center. 978-1199. $.

Maharaja Spicy Indian specialties. The lunch buffet’s a deal. Seminole Square Shopping Center.

973-1110. $$.

Marco & Luca’s Noodle Shop Quality meets quantity for under $5. York Place, Downtown Mall, 295-3855; 107 Elliewood Ave., 244-0016; 176 Zan Rd., no phone. $.

Maru Korean BBQ & Grill Traditional Korean food with modern additions. 412 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 956-4110. $.

Mi Canton Chinese and Latin cuisine. Think pupusas with a side of beef lo mein. McIntire Plaza.

296-8661. $.

Milan Indian Cuisine Authentic Indian cuisine with all the standards; daily lunch buffet. 1817 Emmet St. 984-2828. $$.

Ming Dynasty Chinese food with many vegetarian options. Low-fat menu available. 1417 Emmet St. N. 979-0909. $.

Monsoon Siam Curries, pad Thai and other entrées, plus an outdoor patio. 113 W. Market St. 971-1515. $$.

Noodles & Company Fast-casual chain with noodles, soups and sandwiches. The Shops at Stonefield. 984-9621. $.

Now & Zen Bite-sized gourmet Japanese and sushi spot. 202 Second St. NW. 971-1177. $$.

Oriental Express Chinese standards plus sushi.

3440 Seminole Trail, Suite 107. 974-9988. $.

Pad Thai Homestyle Thai cooking from an experienced chef. 156 Carlton Rd. 293-4032. $$.

Peter Chang China Grill Authentic Sichuan cuisine from a renowned chef. Barracks Road Shopping Center North Wing. 244-9818. $$.

Pho 3 Pho Authentic Vietnamese pho. Rivanna Plaza. 422-8975. $$.

Poke Sushi Bowl Hawaiian-inspired poke on the Corner. 101 14th St. NW, 328-8833; Barracks Road Shopping Center, 284-5466. $.

Red Lantern Chinese cuisine by the pint or the quart. 221 Carlton Rd. 979-9968. $.

Royal Indian Restaurant One of the best-kept secrets in town. Seminole Square Shopping Center. 973-2288. $$.

Sakura Japanese Steak and Seafood Great teppanyaki seafood and Japanese-style steaks.

Hollymead Town Center. 872-0099. $$/ $$$.

ShangHai Wide array of regional selections, plus a lunch buffet. 312 Pantops Shopping Center.

984-2688. $.

Shun Xing Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonesestyle dishes. Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 9749888. $.

Silk Thai Authentic Thai in a cozy house setting.

2210 Fontaine Ave. 977-8424. $.

Taiwan Garden Basic assortment of Chinese fare in basic surroundings. 2171 Ivy Rd. 295-0081. $.

Tara Thai Serves up affordable Thai faves, with multiple meat, fish and veggie options. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 984-9998. $$.

Taste of China Chinese favorites on 29N. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 975-6688. $$.

Taste of India Delicious Indian fare and a lunch buffet under $9. 310 E. Main St, Downtown Mall.

984-9944. $$.

Tea House Chinese-American and authentic Chinese weekly specials. 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. 823-2868. $.

Ten Super swanky second-floor spot serving modern Japanese. 120B E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-6691. $$$.

Thai ’99 II Similar food as its numerical predecessor but with radically different interior. In the Gardens Shopping Center. 964-1212. $.

Thai Cuisine & Noodle House Traditional Thai food, noodle dishes and vegetarian specials.

2005 Commonwealth Dr. 974-1326. $$.

Thai Fresh Thai take-out with great prices. 106 Fifth St. SE. 249-5291. $.

Tokyo Rose Long-standing landmark serves sushi and sashimi. 2171 Ivy Rd. 296-3366. $$.

Urban Bowl Noodle soups and rice bowls. 111 W. Water St., York Place. 984-0095. $.

Vu Noodles Four kinds of homemade noodle bowls from a take-out window. 110 Second St. NW; 233 Fourth St. NW. $.

Yuan Ho Great lunch deal before 4pm. 117 Maury Ave. 977-7878. $.

Bakeries Albemarle Baking Company Get your ABCs of baked goods here. 418 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 293-6456. $.

BreadWorks Breads, desserts and a full deli with sandwiches, soups, etc. Preston Plaza, 2964663; 2955 Ivy Rd., 220-4575. $.

Carpe Donut Well-loved donuts, hot beverages and locally brewed kombucha. McIntire Plaza.

202-2918. $.

Chandler’s Bakery Cakes for any occasion, plus cookies and brownies for your sugar fix. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 975-2253. $.

Blue Tavern & Sports Bar Food offerings include 55 flavors of chicken wings. 8315 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. 985-3633. $$.

Coupe’s Pub food with a popular late-night scene. 9 Elliewood Ave. 282-2141. $.

Devils Grill Contemporary American fare with a view of the green. Devils Knob Golf Course, Wintergreen. 325-2200. $$.

Double Horseshoe Saloon American food, plus billiards and occasional live music. 1522 E. High St. 202-8714. $.

Draft Taproom Sixty self-serve taps with a large, diverse selection of craft beer styles. 425 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 422-5901. $.

Fardowners Restaurant Local ingredients liven up pub fare like sliders and sandwiches.

5773 The Square, Crozet. 823-1300. $/$$.

Firefly Craft beer, tasty eats and arcade games.

1304 E. Market St. 202-1050. $.

Glass Half Full Taproom “The bar next door,” inside Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. 5th Street Station. 326-5056. $.

Hurley’s Tavern Twenty taps and 20 TVs. Rivanna Plaza. 964-2742. $.

Joe’s Pool Hall & Sports Bar Pool, darts, poker and ’cue. Scottsville Shopping Center, Scottsville. 286-7665. $.

Kardinal Hall Bocce and beer garden. 722 Preston Ave. 295-4255. $.

Lost Saint Diminutive cocktail bar below Tavern & Grocery. 333 W. Main St. 293-7403. $.

Cocoa & Spice Handcrafted chocolates and confections. 506 Stewart St. (973) 489-7789. $.

Miller’s A classic Downtown bar, with pub grub and live music every night. 109 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 971-8511. $$.

Crust & Crumb Bakery Fresh-baked bread and pastry specials, plus a light menu. 1671 W. River Rd., Scottsville. 960-4444. $.

Mountain Grill Farm to table at Carter Mountain Orchard. 1435 Carters Mountain Trail. 977-1833. $$.

Duck Donuts Outer Banks donut spot with madeto-order treats. Stonefield Shopping Center, 8231960. $.

Mountainside Grille Everything from Cobb salad to peanut butter and chocolate chip pie.

375 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. 823-7080. $$.

Found. Market Co. Bakehouse and mercantile specializing in cookies—eat them there or take dough home. 221 Carlton Rd., Suite 2. $$.

Great Harvest Bread Company Sandwiches, sweets and bread baked from scratch every day.

McIntire Plaza. 202-7813. $.

MarieBette Café & Bakery French pastries for breakfast, more pastries (and a dine-in menu) for lunch. 700 Rose Hill Dr. 529-6118. $.

Moon Maiden’s Delights From-scratch vegan and gluten-free pastries. York Place, Downtown Mall. 995-9233. $.

Nestlé Toll House Café Coffee, ice cream, cookie cakes and other sweet treats from the chocolatey chain. 5th Street Station. 328-8393. $.

Quality Pie In the former Spudnuts spot, sweet and savory dishes for breakfast, lunch and happy hour. 309 Avon St. 284-5120. $$.

SweetHaus Homemade cupcakes and specialty candy at this sweet shop on West Main. 2248 Ivy Rd., 270-2944; 929 Second St. SE, 422-2677. $.

The Pie Chest Homemade breakfast and hand pies, plus by-the-slice options (for those who can’t decide). 119 Fourth St. NE., 977-0443; 1518 E. High St. 984-0555. $.

Bars and Grills Beer Run Rotating beers on tap, six-packs and wine to take away and three meals daily. 156 Carlton Rd., Suite 203. 984-2337. $$.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse American fare—plus pizza and award-winning, handcrafted beer. 3924 Lenox Ave. 422-5170. $$.

Rapture Contemporary American with soulful accents, weekend brunch, purple pool tables and a dance club. 303 E. Main St., Downtown Mall.

293-9526. $$.

Rockfish 151 Pub Irish-American grub, with daily specials. 9278 Rockfish Valley Hwy. 9666992. $.

Sedona Taphouse Five hundred craft beers and an all-American menu. 1035 Millmont St. 2962337. $$.

Stoney Creek Bar & Grill Distinctive dining at Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek Golf Course. Wintergreen Resort, Rte. 664, Nellysford. 325-8110. $-$$.

Texas Roadhouse Steaks, ribs and from-scratch sides. Albemarle Square. 973-4700. $$.

The Biltmore Large portions and a popular drinking scene. 16 Elliewood Ave. 202-1498. $.

The Livery Stable Hole-in-the-wall (er, basement) spot Downtown. 120 Old Preston Ave. 202-2088. $/$$.

The Pub by Wegmans Pub fare for lunch and dinner, plus beer, wine and signature drinks. 100 Wegmans Way. 529-3265. $$.

The Smokehouse Grille Locally sourced barbecue, plus a seasonal farm-to-table menu. 515 Valley St., Scottsville. 286-4745. $$.

The Southern Café & Music Hall Downtown music venue opens its café before shows. 103 S. First St. 977-5590. $.

The Villa Sports Bar & Ultra Lounge Live music, private parties, Mexican food and dancing. 1250 Emmet St. N. 962-6575. $$.

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Heritage Harvest Festival September 22

The 12th annual festival celebrates the legacy of Thomas Jefferson’s gardening, sustainable agriculture and local food. $26 for adults, $10 for kids age 5-11, free for kids under 5.

Monticello, 931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. heritageharvestfestival.com

To market, to market We mentioned the opening date of Charlottesville’s City Market, but there are others in the area, too.

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Crozet Farmers Market Saturdays, 8am-noon. May-October. Parking lot of Crozet United Methodist Church (1156 Crozet Ave.).

City Market

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Saturday, 7am-noon

July 14, August 11, September 8

Head to the parking lot at the corner of Water and First streets to take in all the things that are great about Charlottesville: artisan goods, community and, of course, food—from prepared goods to fresh produce.

Pack a picnic and relax under the stars at one of the most popular summertime events in the area. Local bands provide entertainment while you sip a Veritas vintage. $15-75. Veritas Vineyard & Winery, 151 Veritas Ln. (Afton). veritaswines.com

Winemaking Workshop July 7, 9:30-11:30am

Gabriele Rausse, the “father of Virginia wine,” leads this two-hour participatory workshop, during which aspiring viticulturists will learn to make wine—from harvest to fermentation to bottling. $24.

Monticello’s David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center, 931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. monticello.org

C-VILLE Restaurant Week July 13-22

Three courses at two price points ($25 and $35) at nearly 40 restaurants around town. One dollar from every meal sold during Restaurant Week will benefit the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. c-villerestaurantweek.com

Sixth Annual Summer Seafood Festival July 21, 5-8pm

Shrimp, crab and other foods aplenty at this annual Democratic Party event. Meet with campaigning politicians and eat fresh from the sea.

Mountain Cove Vineyards, 1362 Fortunes Cove Ln. (Lovingston). mountaincovevineyards.com

Super Peach Sunday July 22, 11am-5pm

Peaches, peaches everywhere: peach tastings, soft serve, milkshakes, baked goods and (peachy keen) entertainment. Come for the fruit, stay for the live music and atmosphere. Drum-

heller’s Orchard, 1130 Drumheller Orchard Ln. (Lovingston). drumhellers orchard.com

Earlysville Farmers Market Thursdays, 4-7pm. May-October.

Rivanna Church parking lot (corner of Earlysville Forest Drive and Earlysville Road).

Annual Blackberry Harvest and Music Festival

Farmers in the Park Wednesdays, 3-7pm. June-September. Meade Park (corner of Meade Avenue and Chesapeake Street).

August 4, 9am-5pm

Fluvanna Farmers Market Tuesdays, 2-6pm. April-October.

Pleasant Grove Park (1735 Thomas Jefferson Hwy.).

The 25th annual festival is an allday event complete with blackberry picking, wine tasting, food and live music. $10 per person. Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery, 2800 Berry Hill Rd. (Nellysford). hilltopberrywine.com

Virginia Craft Brewers Fest August 18, 2-8pm

More than 100 breweries from across Virginia serve craft brews from 18pm, so you can get a complete taste of the Virginia beer scene. Familyfriendly, with perks for designated drivers. $50 for general admission ($25 for DDs), $90 for VIP tickets.

Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 520 Second St. SE. vacraftbrewers fest.com

Forest Lakes Farmers Market Tuesdays, 4-7pm. Late AprilOctober. South Recreation Facility (1650 Ashwood Blvd.).

Greene County Farmers Market Saturdays, 9am-1pm.

May-September. Tractor Supply Company (42 Carmen Pl., Ruckersville).

Nelson Farmers Market Cooperative Saturdays, 8am-noon. April-October. 3079 Rockfish Valley Hwy. (Nellysford).

Scottsville Farmers Market Saturdays, 8am-12:30pm.

May-October. Scottsville Pavilion (125 Fleet St.).

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The Virginian Cozy Corner mainstay with an 80- plus-year history. 1521 University Ave. 9844667. $$.

The Whiskey Jar Saloon-style Southern spot with, naturally, more than 90 varieties of whiskey. 227 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 202-1549. $$.

Timberwood Grill All-American eatery and after-work watering hole. 3311 Worth Crossing.

975-3311; Fifth Street Station (Timberwood Tap House), 234-3563. $$.

Tin Whistle Irish Pub Traditional Irish pub Downtown. 609 E. Market St. 979-4279. $$.

Trinity Irish Pub Hand-carved wooden bars, exposed brick and an upstairs balcony directly across from Grounds. 1505 University Ave. 2957100. $.

West Main Pub Residence Inn’s bar and appetizer spot. 315 W. Main St. 220-0075. $.

Whistlestop Grill Southern comfort foods in Crozet. 1200 Crozet Ave. 823-9000. $.

World of Beer More than 500 different beers from more than 40 countries. 852 W. Main St. 970-1088. $$.

Breakfast Joints Bluegrass Grill and Bakery Unpretentious breakfast and lunch spot, beloved by local weekenders. Glass Building, Second Street. 2959700. $.

Cavalier Diner Breakfast all day long, plus burgers, subs and Italian standbys. 1403 Emmet St. 977-1619. $.

Farm Bell Kitchen New-Southern cuisine with local farm-to-table ingredients. 1209 W. Main St. 205-1538. $$.

International House of Pancakes Standard breakfast fare. Long lines on the weekends. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 964-0830. $.

Sam’s Kitchen All-day breakfast, plus American and French dishes at this local institution.

1863 Seminole Trail. 964-9488. $.

The Pigeon Hole Cozy all-day breakfast spot with fresh-squeezed juices and stone-ground grits. 11 Elliewood Ave. 977-4711. $.

The Villa American breakfast all day. 1250 Emmet St. N. 296-9977. $.

The Well House Cafe Coffee, tea, smoothies and pastries. 118 10 1/2 St. NW. 973-0002. $.

Waffle House It’s breakfast ’round the clock.

1162 Fifth St. SW, 296-5010; 495 Premier Cir. on 29N, 975-5860. $.

Burgers, BBQ, Dogs and Diners Ace Biscuit & Barbecue Breakfast and lunch spot serving up soul food by the biscuit. 711 Henry Ave. 202-1403. $.

Barbeque Exchange Hickory-smoked and slow-roasted pork, plus hushpuppies, pie and pickles. 102 Martinsburg Ave., Gordonsville. (540) 832-0227. $.

Blue Ridge Pig For connoisseurs of barbecue, the Pig is the place. Rte. 151, Nellysford. 361-1170. $.

Boylan Heights Burger spot and popular bar serves organic Virginia beef. 102 14th St. 9845707. $.

Brother’s Bar & Grill The same barbecue folks have loved for years. 2104 Angus Rd. 293-6333. $.

Buck Island BBQ Pulled pork, spare ribs, fried chicken. 4842 Richmond Rd., Keswick. 8720259. $.

Riverside North Notable burgers and fries on 29N. Sunday morning buffet, too. Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 979-1000. $.

Lone Light Coffee Specialty coffee spot inside The Pie Chest. 119 Fourth St. NE., 977-0443; 1518 E. High St., 984-0555. $.

Burger Bach New Zealand-inspired gastropub.

The Shops at Stonefield, 328-2812. $$.

Sam’s Hot Dog Stand Get three dogs, fries and a drink for only $8.20. 5786 Three Notch’d Rd., Crozet. 205-4438. $.

Mermaid Express Mochas to smoothies. Inside PVCC. No phone. $.

Chicken Coop Chicken, barbecue and a variety of sandwiches. 40 Front St., Lovingston. 2637818. $.

Citizen Burger Bar Gourmet burgers with highquality meat, plus a large collection of beers.

212 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 979-9944. $$.

Doodle’s Diner Country cookin’ from breakfast to burgers. 1305 Long St. 295-7550. $.

Five Guys Two locations for local carnivores.

Barracks Road Shopping Center, 975-GUYS; Hollymead Town Center, 963-GUYS. $.

Fox’s Café Daily specials, burgers, dogs and dinners. 403 Avon St. 293-2844. $.

Holly’s Deli & Pub Southern food, live music and beer. 1221 E. Market St. 282-2713. $.

Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint Classic burgers, daily specials and bras on the chandelier. 109 Second St. SE. 244-0073. $.

Jak’n Jil The working man’s Bodo’s: foot-longs and fries. 1404 E. High St. 293-7213. $.

Korner Restaurant This greasy spoon offers all the usual suspects. Daily lunch special. 415 Ninth St. SW. 977-9535. $.

Lazy Parrot Backyard BBQ The Lazy Parrot Grill’s sister restaurant. Pantops Shopping Center. 244-0723. $/$$.

Lumpkins Classic burgers, salads, fried chicken and foot-long hotdogs. 1075 Valley St., Scottsville. 286-3690. $.

Luv’n Oven Gizzards, livers, fries and shakes.

162 Village Sq., Scottsville. 286-3828. $.

Martin’s Grill Delicious hamburgers, veggie burgers and fries. 3449 Seminole Trail, in the Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 974-9955. $.

Me2 Market and Eatery Delish barbecue and fresh baked treats just 3.5 miles east of Monticello. 2243 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 297-2201. $.

Mel’s Café Southern soul-soothing food. A longtime favorite on West Main. 719 W. Main St. 971-8819. $.

Mission BBQ Pulled turkey, pork and chicken, plus racks by the bone. The Shops at Stonefield.

260-7740. $.

Moe’s Original BBQ Alabama-style pulled pork smoked in-house. 2119 Ivy Rd. 244-7427. $.

Moose’s by the Creek American favorites, plus mounted moose antlers for photo ops. 1710 Monticello Rd. 977-4150. $.

Nelly’s Roadhouse American and Mexican menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 2815 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 361-1400. $$.

Olive’s Grill Food for the working man. Most items under $10. 8839 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. 990-2634. $.

Otto’s All-American faves and daily specials at your service. Order at the counter and sit outside if it’s warm. 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet. 823-4200. $.

Paulie’s Pig Out First barbecue joint on the way to Wintergreen. 7376 Rockfish Valley Hwy. 361-2001. $.

Pig N’ Steak Pig…and steak. 313 Washington St., Madison. (540) 948-3130. $.

Red Hub Food Co. Quality catering and barbecue at a 10-seat lunch counter. 202 10th St. NW. 975-2271. $.

Riverside Lunch Legendary burgers and fries.

1429 Hazel St. 971-3546. $.

Smoked Kitchen and Tap Beloved food truckturned-restaurant in Crozet’s Piedmont Place.

2025 Library Ave., Crozet. 205-4881. $.

The Colleen Drive-In On Route 29, look for the huge ice cream cone. 4105 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Arrington. 263-5343. $.

The Wolf’s Fixins Barbecue Barbecue, burgers and beer. 344 Stoneridge Dr. N, Ruckersville.

242-1551. $.

Timberlake’s Old-fashioned soda fountain, sandwiches galore, burgers and dogs. 322 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-9155. $.

Tip Top Breakfast, lunch and dinner with Italian and Greek specials. 1420 Richmond Rd., on Pantops Mountain. 244-3424. $.

Wayside Takeout & Catering Famous Old Virginia fried chicken and barbecue sandwiches.

2203 Jefferson Park Ave. 977-5000. $.

White Spot Burgers with tradition at this popular Corner spot. 1407 University Ave. 295-9899. $.

Wild Wing Café Sports bar features wings and beer, plus live music, karaoke, trivia and poker.

820 W. Main St. 979-WING. $/$$.

Wings Over Charlottesville Wing delivery spot that encourages patrons to eat like a caveman. 2029 Ivy Rd. 964-9464. $$.

Zinburger Wine & Burger Gourmet burgers, fries, milkshakes and, of course, plenty of wine.

Barracks Road Shopping Center. 244-2604. $$.

Coffee Places with Kitchens Atlas Coffee Get a cup of coffee or an espresso roasted by Shenandoah Joe. 2206B Fontaine Ave. 970-1700. $.

Baine’s Books & Coffee Books, music, film, pottery, musical instruments, food and, of course, coffee. 485 Valley St., Scottsville. 286-3577. $.

C’ville Coffee Co. Well-established café, with a kids’ corner and library to keep wee ones entertained. 1301 Harris St. 817-2633. $.

Carpe Café Breakfast, lunch and snacks inside Studio IX. 969 Second St. SE. 260-3803. $.

Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin-Robbins Coffee and donuts. 305 Rivanna Plaza Dr., Suite 101, 2449998. $.

Greenberry’s Java and specialty drinks, plus fresh baked goods. Wi-Fi available. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 984-0200; in Alderman Library on UVA grounds, 243-8961. $.

Grit Coffee People, coffee, food, space, design and work: That’s the focus at Grit. 110 Old Trail Dr., Crozet, 205-4253; 112 W. Main St., Downtown Mall, 971-8743; 989 Second St. SE, no phone; 19 Elliewood Ave., 293-4412; The Shops at Stonefield, 284-8461. $.

Java Java All fair-trade organic coffee all the time. Smoothies and a lunch menu, too. Comfy seating, warm atmosphere, Wi-Fi. 421 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 245-0020. $.

La Taza Cuban press sandwiches, soups and salads. Live music often. 407B Monticello Rd., 296-8292; 212 Seventh St. (inside the SNL Building), no phone. $.

Milli Coffee Roasters Espresso drinks, chai and hot chocolate. 400 Preston Ave., Suite 150, 282-2659. $.

Mudhouse Locally roasted, heavy-duty coffee, fresh juices and pastries. 213 W. Main St., 9846833; The Square, Crozet, 823-2240; also to-go in the Bellair Market, 977-0222, and Mulberry Station, 245-0163. $.

Paradox Pastry Retro-urban-vibed bakery and dessert café. 313 Second St., in the Glass Building. 245-2253. $.

Rapunzel’s Coffee, books and music; chill out in Lovingston. Live music, too. 924 Front St., Lovingston. 263-6660. $.

Shark Mountain Coffee Roastery, coffee shop, chocolatier. 621 Nash Dr. (540) 327-1564. $.

Sheepdog Coffee Grab-and-go coffee spot inside the Graduate hotel. 1309 W. Main St. 295-4333. $.

Shenandoah Joe Local roaster with a coffee bar and pastries. 945 Preston Ave., 295-4563; 2214 Ivy Rd., 923-4563. $.

Snowing in Space Coffee Co. Nitro brew coffee plus light snacks to tamper your caffeine buzz. 705 W. Main St. 228-1120. $.

Starbucks Multiple locations for all your corporate coffee needs. 1601 University Ave., 9701058; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 2954996; 1520 Seminole Trail, 973-5298; Hollymead Town Center, 975-6005. Location without phone in Fashion Square Mall. $.

The Corner Cup Fresh Trager Brothers coffee and espresso, plus pastries and muffins. 1325 W. Main St. 293-7905. $.

Trager Brothers Coffee See the roastery in action and sample some of the fresh roasted coffee while you’re there. 486 Front St., Lovingston. 263-8916. $.

Family-Friendly Ann’s Family Restaurant Good old country cooking. 1170 Thomas Nelson Hwy. (Rte. 29, south of Lovingston). 263-8110. $.

Applebee’s Steak and Southwestern amid local memorabilia. 571 Branchlands Blvd., 974-5596; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 293-3208; 2005 Abbey Rd., 293-3208. $/$$.

Cherry Avenue Diner American diner classics: fries, burgers and the like. 820 Cherry Ave. 2021267. $.

Chili’s Southwestern eats in a colorful, boothheavy interior. 100 Zan Rd. 975-0800. $/$$.

Michie Tavern Traditional Southern lunch in an 18th-century tavern near Monticello. 683 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 977-1234. $$.

Red Robin Gourmet burgers, salads and bottomless pits of steak fries. Fashion Square Mall.

964-9523. $.

The Light Well Coffee-kitchen-tavern serves healthy ingredients in original recipes. 110 E. Main St., Orange. (540) 661-0004. $.

The Nook Half-century-old Charlottesville diner serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full bar. 415 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 2956665. $.

Wood Grill Buffet Big buffet featuring things grilled on wood. 576 Branchlands Blvd. 9755613. $.

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Fast Food Arby’s Big roast beef. 1230 Emmet St., 296-8995; 1700 Timberwood Blvd., 978-1050. $.

Bojangles Chicken and biscuits. 2009 Abbey Rd. 293-1190; 3370 Seminole Trail, 284-5862. $.

Burger King The Whopper. Pantops Shopping Center, 296-5145; 1181 Fifth St. Ext., 963-7827; 1000 Emmet St., 293-8566; 11518 James Madison Hwy., Gordonsville, 589-6854. $.

Chick-Fil-A Waffle fries. 350 Woodbrook Dr., 872-0187; Fashion Square Mall, 973-1646; 1626 Richmond Rd., 245-5254. $.

Cook-Out Diner fare, plus chicken nuggets —as a side. 1254 Emmet St. $.

Dairy Queen Home of the Blizzard.1248 Crozet Ave., 823-6585; 1777 Fortune Park Rd., 964-9595. $.

Hardee’s Burgers, breakfasts and fried chicken.

1150 Fifth St. SW, 977-4804; Rte. 250E, 9773191; Rte. 29N, 973-2083. $.

Kentucky Fried Chicken Double-down with the Colonel. 1705 Emmet St. 295-5158. $.

McDonald’s Home of the Happy Meal. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 295-6092; 475 Ridge McIntire Rd., 977-2984; 1294 Stoney Point Rd., 295-6677; 29th Place, 973-3055; Forest Lakes Shopping Center, 975-1112; 11455 James Madison Hwy., Gordonsville, 589-6753; 85 Callohill Dr., Lovingston, 263-8066. $.

Popeyes Chicken chain with savory sides. 1709 Emmet St. 529-8148. $.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Chicken fingers and Texas toast. 1805 N. Emmet St. 293-4331. $.

Taco Bell Great late-night drive-thru. 820 Gardens Blvd., 974-1344; 1158 Fifth St. NW, 2959185; 801 Emmet St., 979-9074; Pantops Shopping Center, 296-7647. $.

Wendy’s Spicy No. 6. 416 Fourth St. NW, 9790380; Corner of Rte. 250E and Rte. 20, 979-5908; Fashion Square Mall, 973-6226; 8764 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville, 990-2021. $.

Zaxby’s Chicken wings, chicken fingers, chicken sandwiches... 1248 Emmet St. N. 529-8220. $.

French Basic Necessities A taste of Southern France with fresh organic fare, plus wine and cheese.

2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 361-1766. $$.

C&O Sophisticated French at a 30-plus-year-old establishment. Excellent cheese plate, extensive wine list, popular bar. 515 E. Water St. 971-7044. $$$.

Fleurie Upscale modern French restaurant gets rave reviews. Extensive wine list. 108 Third St. NE. 971-7800. $$$.

Petit Pois French-American bistro from the owners of Fleurie. All the chic, lower check. 201 E. Main St. 979-7647. $$.

Bloop Self-serve froyo with rotating flavors.

1430 Rolkin Ct. 282-2093; 32 Mill Creek Dr. 3282288. $.

Gourmet Groceries and Gas Stations

Feast! Nationally noted cheese, wine and specialty food shop. 416 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 244-7800. $$.

Foods of All Nations Sandwiches, deli and salads at this gourmet grocery. Try the West Coast.

2121 Ivy Rd. 296-6131. $.

Greenwood Gourmet Grocery Made-to-order sandwiches, plus fresh soup and a deli with macn-cheese, bread pudding and other rotating dishes. 6701 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. (540) 4566431. $.

Hunt Country Market A rotating menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 2048 Garth Rd. 296-1648. $.

Integral Yoga Natural Foods All-natural food, supplements and personal care products, plus a deli and juice/smoothie bar. 923 Preston Ave. 293-4111. $.

JM Stock Provisions Whole-animal butcher shop with sandwiches to go. 709 W. Main St. 244-2480. $.

Keevil & Keevil Grocery and Kitchen Belmont grocery with breakfast and lunch sammies, plus takeaway dinners. 703 Hinton Ave. 989-7648. $.

Market Street Café Gourmet breakfast, rotisserie chicken and deli meats. 1111 E. Rio Rd. 9641185. $.

Market Street Market Deli in the Downtown grocery serves sandwiches and prepared foods.

400 E. Market St. 293-3478. $.

Market Street Wine An expertly curated selection. 305 Rivanna Plaza Dr., Suite 102, 964-9463; 311 E. Market St., 979-9463. $$.

Mill Creek Market The Southern sister of Bellair Market. Avon Street, across from the Southside Shopping Center. 817-1570. $.

Mulberry Station at Shadwell A full-service convenience store. 3008 Richmond Rd., Keswick.

245-0315. $.

Seafood @ West Main Fresh fish, shellfish and seafood, plus Japanese groceries. 416 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 296-8484. $.

The Fresh Market A European-style market chain, with high-quality meats, cheese and seafood, plus über-fresh produce. Albemarle Square.

244-2444. $$.

Timbercreek Market Grocery arm of Albemarle’s Timbercreek Farm. Fresh produce, meats and cheeses, plus a café with a locally sourced menu.

722 Preston Ave. 202-8052. $.

Trader Joe’s This grocery chain boasts top quality at low cost, including “Two Buck Chuck” wine (which is actually $3.50). The Shops at Stonefield. 974-1466. $$.

Whole Foods Market Fresh, all-natural sandwiches ranging from classic favorites to vegan delights. Big salad and prepared-foods bar, too.

1797 Hydraulic Rd. 973-4900. $$.

Batesville Market Sandwiches to order, salads and baked goods plus cheeses, produce and packaged goods. 6624 Plank Rd., Batesville. 8232001. $.

Inns and Hotel Restaurants

Chaps More than 20 years of gourmet homemade ice cream. Grub like burgers and diner fare.

223 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-4139. $.

Cold Stone Creamery Ice cream, cakes, shakes and smoothies at this frozen treat chain. 1709 Emmet St. 529-8526. $.

Corner Juice UVA alum-owned juice spot with fresh, cold-pressed options. 1509 University Ave. $.

Crozet Creamery Small-batch ice cream in rotating flavors from Rocky Road to dairy-free lemon. 2025 Library Ave, Crozet. 205-4889. $.

Kilwin’s Ice cream, fudge and truffles. 313 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 234-3634. $.

Kirt’s Homemade Ice Cream Ice cream made fresh in the store. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 202-0306. $.

Kohr Bros. Frozen Custard Cones, cups, floats, sundaes, “snowstorms” and smoothies. Woodbrook Shopping Center, 975-4651; 250E, 2960041. $.

La Flor Michoacana Homemade popsicles, fruit beverages and ice cream. 601 Cherry Ave., 984-1604. $.

Red Mango Fresh juices, smoothies and frozen yogurt. 5th Street Station. 328-8393. $.

Smojo Smoothies, juices, power bars and granola bars to go. 2025 Library Ave., Crozet. (360) 481-4087. $.

Smoothie King Chain features smoothies, supplements and healthy snacks. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 295-8502; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 975-5464. $.

Splendora’s Gelato Ranging selection of Italian gelato (and sorbet) and delicious desserts in a bright Downtown location. 317 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 296-8555. $.

Sweet Frog Interesting froyo flavors and even more interesting toppings—Cap’n Crunch with fresh mangos, maybe? Hollymead Town Center, 975-3764; Barracks Road Shopping Center, 2931130. $.

The Juice Laundry Pressed juices, nut milks, shots, smoothies, coffee, salads and raw foods.

722 Preston Ave. #105, 1411 University Ave. 2343044. $.

The Juice Place Smoothies, juices and rice bowls for quick eating. 201 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 270-8813. $.

Bellair Market Gourmet sandwich spot on Ivy Road. 2401 Ivy Rd. 971-6608. $.

Pomme Casual French in the heart of picturesque Gordonsville. 115 S. Main St., Gordonsville. (540) 832-0130. $$$.

Blue Ridge Bottle Shop Craft beer store with both bottles and growlers available—plus sample before you buy! 2025 Library Ave, Crozet.

602-2337. $.

Frozen Treats

Brownsville Market Breakfast starting at 5am, plus burgers, sides and famous fried chicken.

5995 Rockfish Gap Tpke., Crozet. 823-5251. $.

Arch’s Frozen Yogurt Wahoo-approved yogurt with tons of optional toppings. 104 14th St. NW. 984-2724. $.

Butcher On Main Beef, pork, chicken and duck from 20 Virginia farms. 416 W. Main St., in the Main Street Market. 244-7400. $.

Ben & Jerry’s Thirty-four flavors of ice cream and froyo. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 2447438. $.

Everyday Café Gourmet gas station with homemade pizza and gelato. 2404 Fontaine Ave., 2063790; 250E on Pantops Mountain, 971-8771. $.

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Birdwood Grill at The Boar’s Head Open seasonally for breakfast and lunch. 410 Golf Course Dr. 293-6401. $$.

Café 1201 Seven-day breakfast buffet. At Courtyard Marriott-UVA Medical Center. 1201 W. Main St. 977-1700. $$.

Charlotte’s All-American menu in the Holiday Inn. 1200 Fifth St. SW. 977-5100. $$.

Emmet’s Holiday Inn restaurant serves American fare. 1901 Emmet St. 977-0803. $$.

Fossett’s American regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a tapas bar. Inside Keswick Hall, 701 Club Dr., off 250E. 979-3440. $$$.

Heirloom Rooftop bar and restaurant inside The Graduate Hotel. 1309 W. Main St. 295-4333. $$.

Inn at Court Square Upscale Southern in the oldest house Downtown. 410 E. Jefferson St. 2952800. $$$.

Keswick Hall Monday through Friday lunch buffet in the Villa Crawford. Reservations required. 701 Club Dr. 979-3440. $$.

Lafayette Inn Restored 1840s inn that once served as a boarding house for proper young ladies. 146 Main St., Stanardsville. 985-6345. $$$.

Oakhurst Inn Coffee & Café Southern breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch. 1616 Jefferson Park Ave. 872-0100. $.

Old Mill Room Restaurant Expect historic ambience with your breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. The Boar’s Head, 200 Ednam Dr. 972-2230. $$$.

Prospect Hill Plantation Inn & Restaurant Candlelit prix fixe four-course dinners in this 1732 plantation house. 2887 Poindexter Rd., Trevilians.

(540) 967-0844. $$$.

Renewal Elevated Southern cuisine and a selfserve tasting wall inside The Draftsman hotel. 1106 W. Main St. 984-8000. $$.

The Boar’s Head The Old Mill Room with a formal daily menu. The adjacent Bistro 1834 has a relaxed dinner menu. The Sports Club Café and Birdwood Grill offer casual dining options as well.

Prices vary widely. 200 Ednam Dr. 972-2230. $$$.

The Edge Casual fare with a family-priced menu for a meal overlooking the slopes. Wintergreen Resort, Rte. 664. 325-8080. $$.

The Fountain Room at the Mark Addy Inn Picture-perfect mountain B&B with a dining room open to all. 56 Rodes Farm Dr., Nellysford. 3611101. $$$.

The Inn at Meander Plantation Upscale American cuisine and candlelight dining. Breakfast open to inn guests only. 2333 N. James Madison Hwy., Locust Dale. (800) 385-4936. $$$.

The Inn at Willow Grove This inn boasts an exquisite menu at its in-house restaurant, Vintage. 14079 Plantation Way, Orange. (540) 3171206. $$$.

The Pointe Tapas-style appetizers, filet mignon and Starr Hill beers on tap. In the Omni Hotel, Downtown Mall. 971-5500. $$$.

TJ’s Tavern and Dining Room Doubletree Hotel dining room with views of the Rivanna and American and Italian fare. 990 Hilton Heights Rd. 973-2121. $$.

Italian and Pizza Amici’s Italian Bistro Sicilian cuisine in a family-style setting. 370 Valley St., Scottsville. 2864000. $.

Anna’s Pizza No. 5 In the family for 35 years.

115 Maury Ave. 295-7500. $.

Anna’s Ristorante Italiano From the folks behind Anna’s Pizza No. 5. 1015 Heathercroft Cir., Crozet. 823-1327. $.

Bella’s Restaurant An authentic Roman-Italian family-style restaurant. 707 W. Main St. 327-4833. $$.

Belmont Pizza and Pub Fresh, stone-baked pizza on hand-tossed pies. Beer, too! 211 Carlton Rd. Suite 10. 977-1970. $.

Benny Deluca’s Giant slices from a simple fivepie menu. 913 W. Main St. 245-4007.

Brick Oven Gourmet pizzas, sandwiches from an authentic wood-fired grill. Rio Hill Shopping Center. 964-1119. $.

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza Franchise pizza spot serves, you guessed it, wood-fired pies. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 245-4050. $$.

Carmello’s Upscale service just like in Little Italy, gargantuan pepper mills and all. 29th Place.

977-5200. $$.

Restaurant Guide Sal’s Pizza Hand-tossed pizzas, fresh bread, delicious pasta dishes since 1987. Crozet Shopping Center, Crozet. 823-1611. $.

Tavola Open kitchen serves up lovely food (pancetta-wrapped shrimp, handmade pappardelle) and an artisanal wine list. 826 Hinton Ave. 9729463. $$.

The Rooftop Pizzas, salads, seafood and steaks with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge. 2025 Library Ave, Crozet. 205-4881. $$.

Travinia Italian Kitchen Contemporary American Italian, plus an outdoor patio for people watching. The Shops at Stonefield. 244-3304. $$.

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Build your own perfect pizza, assembly line-style. The Shops at Stonefield, 234-3717. $$.

Vinny’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria This regional chain has pies plus a slew of caloric subs, pastas and stromboli. Hollymead Town Center. 973-4055. $$.

Vinny’s New York Pizza and Pasta Serves up authentic pies, pastas and subs. Lasagna and veal are faves at this long-established joint. 8841 Seminole Trail. 985-4731. $.

Vita Nova Cheap and hearty pizza by the slice.

310 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-0162. $.

Vito’s Italian Restaurant Specializing in pizza and Italian dishes. Rte. 29, 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston. 263-8688. $$.

Vivace Every kind of pasta imaginable, plus seafood, Italian wines, grappas and full bar in a casual, elegant setting. 2244 Ivy Rd. 979-0994. $$.

Vocelli Pizza Pizza, pasta, panini, salads and stromboli for carryout and delivery, plus antipasti. 1857 Seminole Trail in the Woodbrook Shopping Center. 977-4992. $.

Mediterranean Bashir’s Taverna Authentic Mediterranean cuisine by a Mediterranean chef. 507 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 923-0927. $$.

Basil Mediterranean Bistro Mediterranean fare from grape leaves to tapas, plus a late-night wine bar. 109 14th St. 977-5700. $.

Box’d Kitchen Custom salads and homemade sauces. 909 W. Main St. 202-2749. $.

MY FAVORITE BITE

Pure eats

Jenée Libby loves food—cooking it, eating it, writing about it. In May, her podcast, “Edacious” (where she aims to talk about food with “every producer, purveyor, grower, enthusiast, seller, chef, cook, baker, farmer, writer, blogger, podcaster in this town”), hit its 100th episode.

One of her favorites, with Clay and Linda Trainum of Autumn Olive Farms in Nelson County, had a personal connection: Her grandmother, who figures prominently in one of her best food memories, grew up on a farm nearby.—Caite Hamilton

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very June 16, I eat coconut cake to honor Muddy (Momma’s mother, who grew up on a farm in Dooms near The Purple Cow) on her birthday. Her eight-layer slice of heaven is the best thing I ever ate. No other cake compares, but I try anyway. Trial and error is delicious.

“This tradition began in college when Muddy sent me home with a slice wrapped in Saran. I was in a hurry, so I grabbed it too fast, said goodbye too quickly. In my 20-something self-importance, I still thought the best food came from restaurants. On first bite what I experienced knocked me to my knees. Here was a taste of childhood. Here was a taste of time. As the creamy icing danced and each crumbly, soft layer hit my taste buds, I became dumbstruck. I understood what I’d taken for granted. These slices were, in fact, finite.

I wept as I finished every last bite and then licked the plastic it came in.”

AMY JACKSON

Chirio’s Pizza Authentic, homemade NY pizza, subs, salads, sandwiches, specials and ice cream.

Eat in, take-out, delivery. 2777 Rockfish Valley Hwy. 361-9188. $.

Christian’s Pizza The place to get fresh pies, by-the-slice or the whole darn thing. 118 W. Main St., Downtown Mall, 977-9688; 100 14th St. NW, 872-0436; 3440 Seminole Trail, 973-7280. $.

College Inn Straight-up late-night goodness. Pizza, gyros, subs, and its delivery can’t be beat. Breakfast items, too. 1511 University Ave. 977-2710. $.

Crozet Pizza Unpretentious, family-owned pizza parlor with nationally recognized pies. 5794 Three Notch’d Rd., Crozet, 823-2132; 20 Elliewood Ave., 202-1046. $.

Domino’s Six locally owned branches of the national chain. Pizza, of course, plus pasta, sandwiches and wings. 1137 Millmont St., 971-8383; 1147 Fifth St. SW, 970-7777; 2335 Seminole Trail, 973-1243; 508 Stewart St., 979-2525; Food Lion Shopping Center, Ruckersville, 990-2000; 325 Four Leaf Ln., Crozet, 823-7752. $.

Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie Pizza joint in the Crossroads mini-mall. 4916 Plank Rd., on 29S at North Garden. 245-0000. $/$$.

End Zone Pizza Pizza, big subs and fresh salads.

Forest Lakes Shopping Center. 973-8207. $.

Extreme Pizza Delivery, dine-in or take-n-bake, this chain pushes pizza to the limit. 5th Street Station, 234-3239. $$.

Fabio’s New York Pizza Pizza, subs, salads and calzones made by natives of Naples. Get your pie the Sicilian way. 1551 E. High St. 872-0070. $.

Feelin’ Saucy Pizzeria Buy one pizza, get one free. 104 14th St. NW. 234-3877. $.

Fellini’s #9 A local landmark featuring Italian favorites plus some inventive new takes. 200 W. Market St. 979-4279. $$.

Fry’s Spring Station Very characterful brick-oven pizza joint. 2115 Jefferson Park Ave. 202-2257. $$.

Giuseppe’s Italian Restaurant Everything you could want out of classical Italian fare. 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 361-9170. $$.

Lampo Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria in Belmont.

205 Monticello Rd. 282-0607. $.

Lelo’s Pizza By the slice or the whole pie. Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 293-6788. $.

Little Caesar’s Pizza Home of the $5 Large Hotn-Ready Pizza. 1301 Hydraulic Rd., 296-5646; Albemarle Square, 964-1011; Pantops Center, 2343328. $.

Marco’s Pizza “Ah!thentic Italian” (with a secret sauce). c 465-6800. $.

Mellow Mushroom Trippy-themed franchise, with great pizza and even better beer selection. 1321 W. Main St., in the Red Roof Inn. 972-9366. $.

MidiCi Neapolitan pizza chain. The Shops at Stonefield. 284-8874. $.

Mona Lisa Pasta This market carries nearly every variety of pasta and sauce imaginable. To-go entrées serve two to three people. Preston Plaza.

295-2494. $$.

Nate & Em’s Pizza All your pizzeria faves: calzones, stromboli, pasta, subs and—of course— pies. 5924 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville. 985-9000. $.

Palladio Restaurant Northern Italian cuisine and Barboursville wines. 17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville. (540) 832-7848. $$$.

Papa John’s Pizza fans come to Papa. 3441 Seminole Trail, 973-7272; University Shopping Center, 979-7272; 1305-A Long St., 296-7272. $.

Pizza Hut The Jabba of pizza chains. 1718 Seminole Trail, 973-1616; 540 Radford Ln., Suite 300, 823-7500. $.

Sal’s Caffe Italia Brick-oven pizza plus subs, pasta and outdoor seating in a lively Mall location.

221 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-8484. $$.

Copper Mine Bistro Mediterranean-inspired menu features tapas, pizzas and entrées like shrimp provençal and veal saltimbocca. Wintergreen Resort. 325-8090. $/$$.

Mezeh Mediterranean Grill Bowls, wraps and pita pockets, all prepared with the fresh ingredients of your choosing. The Shops at Stonefield.

202-1446. $.

Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar Dishes from Spain to Greece and wines of the world. Main Street Market. 975-6796. $$.

Parallel 38 Small plates, innovative “farm-totable” cocktails and an extensive wine list. 817 W. Main St. 923-3838. $$.

Mexican and Southwestern Al Carbon Chicken Tacos, tamales and sandwiches with rotisserie chicken. 1871 Seminole Trail.

964-1052. $.

Armando’s Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican on the Corner. 105 14th St. NW. 202-1980. $.

Aqui es Mexico Authentic Mexican and Salvadoran tacos, tortas, sopas, pupusas and more.

221 Carlton Rd., Ste. 12. 295-4748. $.

Barbie’s Burrito Barn California-style Mexican food to go. 201 Avon St. 328-8020. $.

Brazos Tacos Austin, Texas-style breakfast, lunch, early dinner and brunch tacos. 925 Second St. SE, 984-1163. $.

Burrito Baby Made-to-order burritos, baby. 111 S. Faulconer St., Gordonsville. (540) 832-6677. $.

BurritOh! Burritos, tacos, rice bowls, quesadillas and nachos made to order. 540 Radford Ln., Crozet. 812-2152. $.

Cactus Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican and Central American dishes. 221 Carlton Rd. Suite 11 & 12. 295-4748. $.

Chipotle Simple menu of burritos and tacos made before your eyes. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 872-0212; 2040 Abbey Rd. Suite 101, 984-1512. $.

Cinema Taco Burritos, tacos and empanadas inside the Jefferson Theater. Delicious and cheap.

110 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 245-4981. $.

Continental Divide “Get in Here!” commands the neon sign in the window. 811 W. Main St. 984-0143. $$.

El Jaripeo Mexican favorites for the 29N crowd and also the UVA Corner crowd. 1750 Timberwood Blvd., 296-9300; 1202 W. Main St., 972-9190. $.

El Vaquero West This tried-and-true Mexican place has sister locations in Palmyra, Haymarket and Orange, all owned by the same family. 1863 Seminole Trail. 964-1190. $.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Fresh, handmade, Baja-style Mexican food. 435 Merchant Walk Sq., Suite 600. 214-0500. $.

Guadalajara Mexican food by Mexican folks. Margaritas so green they glow. Cheap prices! 805 E. Market St., 977-2676; 395 Greenbrier Dr., 978-4313; 2206 Fontaine Ave., 979-2424; 108 Town Country Ln., 293-3538; 3450 Seminole Trail, 977-2677. $.

Junction Modern Mexican in Belmont. 421 Monticello Rd. 465-6131. $$.

La Cocina del Sol Southwestern flair for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1200 Crozet Ave., Crozet, 823-5469. $$.

La Joya Authentic Mexican from tacos to churros. 1145 Fifth St. SW, 293-3185; 1015 Heathercroft Cir, Ste. #300 (Crozet), 205-4609. $.

La Michoacana Mexican deli serves budgetfriendly burritos, tacos and enchiladas. 1138 E. High St. 409-9941. $.

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La Tortuga Feliz Authentic Mexican entrées and baked goods. 1195 Seminole Trail. 882-7461. $.

Los Jarochos Authentic Mexican in Midtown.

625 W. Main St. 328-8281. $.

Margarita’s the Flavor of Mexico Authentic Mexican, American and margaritas. 2815 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford. 218-7767. $.

Mono Loco Outstanding Latin-themed entrées, inventive sides and legendary margaritas. Inside, cozy cantina feel, plus a covered patio. 200 W. Water St. 979-0688. $$.

Morsel Compass Popular food truck’s brick and mortar spot. 2025 Library Ave., Crozet. 989-1569. $$.

Plaza Azteca Tableside guacamole is just the beginning of the offerings at this Mexican chain.

101 Seminole Ct., Seminole Square Shopping Center. 964-1045. $.

Qdoba Mexican Grill Spicy burritos, quesadillas and Mexican salads made before your eyes.

1415 University Ave., 293-6299; 3918 Lenox Ave., 244-5641. $.

The Bebedero Upscale authentic Mexican, plus cocktails and made-to-order guac. 225 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 234-3763. $$.

Miscellaneous Nationalities Afghan Kabob Palace Mouthwatering authentic Afghan cuisine. 400 Emmet St. N. 245-0095. $$.

Aromas Café Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare.

Sandwiches, salads and famous falafel; super-friendly service. 900 Natural Resources Dr. 244-2486. $.

Bavarian Chef German cuisine in Alpine atmosphere. 29N in Madison. (540) 948-6505. $$.

Kebabish Sizzling and Fire Grille Turkish, Indian, Nepali and Mediterranean fusion. Try the “lovely meat ball”! 111 W. Water St. 995-5165. $.

Little India Delicious Pakistani, Indian and Middle Eastern-inspired food for veggies and carnivores. 1329 W. Main St. 202-2067. $.

Mas Authentic Spanish tapas and wines in a funky, dimly lit atmosphere in the heart of Belmont. 904 Monticello Rd. 979-0990. $$.

Obrigado New American fare and pasta nights are the specialties at this colorful, bistro-like storefront spot. 109 W. Main St., Louisa. (540) 967-9447. $$.

Pearl Island Caribbean-inspired lunch spot in the Jefferson School City Center. 233 Fourth St. NW. 466-0092 . $.

Sticks A quick, healthy alternative to fast food: kebobs (veggie options available), sides, salads, desserts. Preston Plaza, 295-5262; Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center, 295-5212. $.

Sultan Kebab Authentic Turkish food, all kind of kebabs, vegetarian dishes, salads, homemade Turkish baklava, Turkish tea and coffee. 333 Second Street SE. 981-0090. $.

The Shebeen Pub and Braai Conjures the South African veldt with brunch on Sundays. Great bar for futbol-watching. Vinegar Hill Shopping Center.

296-3185. $$.

Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar Downtown teahouse offers international vegetarian fare, delectable desserts and 80-plus exotic loose teas and hookah.

414 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 293-9947. $.

Baggby’s Gourmet Sandwiches Give your name; your sammich arrives in a bag with a cookie. Get it? 512 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 984-1862. $.

Blue Ridge Café Ruckersville joint serving American-continental. 8315 Seminole Trail. 985-3633. $$.

Blue Ridge Country Store Breakfast is eggs, scones and muffins; lunch is pre-made wraps, soups and entrées, plus a popular salad bar. 518 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-1573. $.

Bodo’s Bagels Still the king of bagels in our town. 1418 N. Emmet St., 977-9598; 505 Preston Ave., 293-5224; 1609 University Ave., 293-6021. $.

Café at Monticello Sandwiches, barbecue, coffee, tea and ice cream for when you’re done with your tour of TJ’s house. 984-9800. $.

Carving Board Café Inventive salads, soups and sandwiches for the 29N lunch bunch. Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 974-9004. $.

Chopt Creative salad chain with ingredients from local purveyors. Barracks Road Shopping Center.

328-8092. $.

Citizen Bowl Shop Specialty salads with gluten-free, vegetarian and paleo-friendly options.

223 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 234-3662. $.

Croby’s Urban Viddles Southern-inspired chicken and pork rotisserie fare. 32 Mill Creek Dr., suite 102. 234-3089. $.

Durty Nelly’s Jazz, blues and rock in a rootsy pub and deli that caters. 2200 Jefferson Park Ave. 295-1278. $.

Firehouse Subs Hot subs and sandwiches across from Fashion Square. 29th Place. 995-5921. $.

HotCakes Fancy sandwiches, homemade entrées and desserts. Delivery available. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 295-6037. $.

Iron Paffles & Coffee Pastry dough + waffle iron + savory or sweet insides. 214 W. Water St. 806-3800. $.

Ivy Provisions Hot and cold sammies with inventive names like the “Don’t Call Me Shirley.”

2206 Ivy Rd. 202-1308. $.

Jack’s Shop Kitchen Farm-to-table brunch, lunch and supper spot with elevated classics. 14843 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville. 939-9239. $$.

Jersey Mike’s Subs Subs from Jersey, prepared right in front of you. 2040 Abbey Rd. #104, 529-6278; 5th Street Station, 328-8694. $.

Jimmy John’s Low-cost sandwiches on 29N. “Freaky fast” delivery. 1650 E. Rio Rd., 975-2100. $.

Kitchen(ette) An assortment of sandwiches (vegetarian included!) plus sides and salads. 606 Rivanna Ave. 260-7687. $.

Littlejohn’s New York Delicatessen Buxom sandwiches. Delivery, too! 1427 University Ave., 977-0588. $.

Lovingston Café A pleasant surprise in the middle of Lovingston, with a diverse, modestly priced menu. 165 Front St., Lovingston. 263-8000. $.

Mac’s Country Store Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily specials, eat in or take out. 7023 Patrick Henry Hwy., Roseland. 277-5305. $.

Market at Grelen A casual café with seasonal ingredients and daily specials. 15091 Yager Rd., Somerset. (540) 672-7268. $.

Martha’s Garden Café Healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner options. Martha Jefferson Hospital, 595 Martha Jefferson Dr. 654-6037. $.

Soups, Salads, Sandwiches

Panera Bread Co. Ubiquitous chain with casual fare. Barracks Road Shopping Center, 2456192; Hollymead Town Center, 973-5264; Fifth Street Station, 973-5264. $.

B.good Grain bowls and seasonal salads, plus smoothies and shakes. Barracks Road Shopping Center. 305-1115. $.

Quizno’s Subs Chain offering cheesesteaks, meatballs and specialty subs. Salads and soups, too. Rivanna Ridge Shopping Center. 977-7827. $.

Revolutionary Soup Choose from a slew of enticing soups made daily. 108 Second St. SW, 296-SOUP; 104 14th St. NW, 979-9988. $.

Roots Natural Kitchen Fast-casual health food from UVA alumni. 1329 W. Main St. 529-6229. $.

Subway Tons of locations, so you can “eat fresh” anywhere. 1764 Rio Hill Ct., 978-7008; 32 Mill Creek Dr., 295-5555; Pantops Shopping Center, 984-0652; 1061 E. Rio Rd., 973-9898; 2212 Ivy Rd., 293-0666; 104 14th St. NW, 295-7827; 111 Maury Ave., 977-5141; 1220 Seminole Trail, 9734035; 1779 Fortune Park Rd., 974-9595; Vinegar Hill Shopping Center, 245-8000; 65 Callohill Dr., Lovingston, 263-6800. $.

Take It Away Sandwiches, salads, sides and desserts in a jazz-themed shop. Favorite spot of student study breakers. 115 Elliewood Ave. 295-1899. $.

The Flat The place for crêpes: Choose sweet or savory for lunch or dinner. 111A E. Water St., behind the Jefferson Theater. 978-FLAT. $.

The Salad Maker Made-to-order salads, plus a daily soup special and sweet treats. 300 E. Market St. 284-5523. $.

Tilman’s Cheese, snacks and sandwiches in the café, plus a charming wine bar. 406 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. $.

Trackside Café Healthy fare and smoothies inside ACAC. ACAC, Albemarle Square Shopping Center. 978-3800. $.

Tubby’s Grilled sandwiches and subs galore.

1412 E. High St. 293-3825. $.

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches Create your own sandwiches by marking up the pre-printed brown bags. Hollymead Town Center. 977-9424. $.

Zazus Fresh Grille Lots of wraps, salads, soups and fresh smoothies, plus yummy breakfast wraps.

Delivery available. 2214 Ivy Rd. 293-3454. $.

Zoës Kitchen Fast, casual meals with an emphasis on health-conscious, Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Barracks Road Shopping Center.

955-5334. $.

Steaks and Seafood Aberdeen Barn More beef than you can shake a T-bone at, since 1965. 2018 Holiday Dr. 296-4630. $$$.

Bonefish Grill Sister to mega-popular Outback Steakhouse featuring seafood, grilled non-fish specialties and a full bar. Hollymead Town Center.

975-3474. $$.

Devils Grill Restaurant & Lounge Above Devils Knob Golf Course with 50-mile views. Dinner reservations required. Wintergreen Resort. 3258100. $$$.

Downtown Grille Upscale steak and seafood with white-linen service and a chummy bar scene. 201 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 817-7080. $$$.

Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ onions and giant steaks. 1101 Seminole Trail. 975-4329. $$.

Public Fish & Oyster Simply prepared, responsibly sourced seafood. Shucked oysters, raw bar and a full bar. 513 W. Main St., 995-5542. $/$$.

Red Lobster Seafood with daily specials. 1648 E. Rio Rd. 973-0315. $$.

Rhett’s River Grill and Raw Bar She-crab soup, half-shell delicacies and steaks. 2335 Seminole Trail, Suite 100. 974-7818. $$.

Rocksalt Seafood-centric chain with an outdoor bar and patio. The Shops at Stonefield. 326-5665. $$.

Shadwell’s Seafood, steaks, burgers, pasta and salads made out of fresh, local ingredients. 1791 Richmond Rd. 202-2568. $$.

Upscale Casual Back 40 Locally sourced, inventive dishes and cocktails. 722 Preston Ave. #103. 202-8052. $$.

Bistro 1834 Located beside the Old Mill Room Restaurant, the menu has a variety of lighter fare.

The Boar’s Head, 200 Ednam Dr. 972-2230. $$$.

Bizou Upscale down-home cookin’ with fresh fish, pork and beef dishes. 119 W. Main St., Downtown Mall. 977-1818. $$.

Brasserie Saison Downtown Mall brewery with Franco-Belgian cuisine. 111 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 202-7027. $$.

Burton’s Grill Contemporary American menu with stylish ambience. The Shops at Stonefield. 9771111. $$.

Clifton Inn Sit at the chef’s table and watch the action. 1296 Clifton Inn Dr. 971-1800. $$.

Commonwealth Restaurant & Skybar Swanky Downtown restaurant with inventive entrées and a rooftop bar. 422 E. Main St., Downtown Mall.

202-7728. $$$.

Court Square Tavern Hearty pub fare and 130plus varieties of bottled beer. 500 Court Square.

296-6111. $$.

Duner’s Artful entrées and fine desserts on a rotating menu. 250W in Ivy. 293-8352. $$$.

Fig Bistro & Bar Mediterranean and New Orleans-inspired dishes with house-made ingredients. 1331 W. Main St. 995-5047. $.

Hamiltons’ at First & Main Imaginative American cuisine, award-winning wine list and superb vegetarian. 101 W. Main St., Downtown Mall.

295-6649. $$$.

Ivy Inn Daily menu of modern American cuisine in an 18th century tollhouse. 2244 Old Ivy Rd. 9771222. $$$.

Maya Upscale Southern cuisine. Pleasant patio seating outside, sleek mod inside. 633 W. Main St. 979-6292. $$.

Michael’s Bistro Mucho microbrews and an artful menu. Second floor of 1427 University Ave. 977-3697. $$.

Oakhart Social Seasonal Atlantic Coast food for sharing. 511 W. Main St. 995-5449. $$.

Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards The Farm Table & Wine Bar is as big a draw as its beautiful setting.

5022 Plank Rd., North Garden. 202-8063. $$.

Red Pump Kitchen Tuscan-inspired restaurant with chic, rustic décor. 401 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 202-6040. $$.

Restoration Indoor and outdoor dining at this spot at Old Trail Golf Course. 5494 Golf Dr., Crozet.

823-1841. $$.

Southern Crescent Cajun and Creole fare in Belmont. 814 Hinton Ave. 284-5101. $$.

Tastings Wine shop/restaurant with wood-grilled entrées and an impressive wine list. 502 E. Market St. 293-3663. $$.

Tavern & Grocery Inspired tavern fare from chicken sandwiches to banh mi. 333 W. Main St. 293-7403. $.

The Alley Light Intimate small-plate spot above Revolutionary Soup. 108 Second St. SW. 2965003. $$.

The Fitzroy Restaurant and bar in a swanky setting. 120 E. Main St., Downtown Mall. 295-1223. $$.

The Local Belmont neighborhood spot with unusual twists on local, organic ingredients. 824 Hinton Ave. 984-9749. $$.

The Melting Pot It’s a fon-do! This meltedcheese franchise features warmers built into the tables and a huge wine selection. 501 E. Water St. 244-3463. $$$.

Wayland’s Crossing Tavern Steak, raw oysters, pub food, vegetarian plates and kid-friendly fare.

1015 Heathercroft Cir., Crozet. 205-4669. $$.

Zocalo Flavorful high-end, Latin-inspired cuisine with a full bar. 201 E. Main St., Downtown Mall.

977-4944. $$.

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