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Comebacks: Blue Moon rises, Tokyo Rose blooms Published on Sep 2nd, 2005 0 comments
Blue Moon Diner fans still have a reason to howl. The recent flurry of renovations at this beloved little West Main Street institution owned since 1996 by UVA grads Marc Hahn and Robert Gustafson is...
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Tiny flat: Downtown crèperie takes shaperie Published on Aug 25th, 2005 0 comments
Though recipes for crèpes date back to the 14th century, crèperies restaurants specializing in these portable, versatile, sweet, and savory French pancakes emerged only about a hundred years ago. A...
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Uncorked: Gals mob VAVino opening Published on Aug 18th, 2005 0 comments
VaVino, the state's first full-scale winebar and retail shop dedicated entirely to the tasteful enjoyment of Virginia vintages, opened its Downtown Mall doors on Monday, August 8. When I popped in...
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Way to Yuga: Eastern star in York Place Published on Aug 11th, 2005 0 comments
So tucked away is the new international food shop, X-Yuga, that it took me a few months as well as a little nudge from a fellow reporter– to discover it. But the 400 or so Charlottesville area...
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Recommended: Five local spots make the cut Published on Jul 28th, 2005 0 comments
In its June 2005 issue, Wine Spectator magazine highlighted Charlottesville as one of six "unique and appealing American wine regions" worth exploring. The tourist-friendly article described...
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Northern lure: Diners head to Gordonsville Published on Jul 21st, 2005 0 comments
The much-acclaimed French-Provencal restaurant, Pomme, has been luring diners from Charlottesville, Richmond, and beyond to the historic center of Gordonsville since January.
Well, this month a...
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Double Spot: Corner dining choices multiply Published on Jul 14th, 2005 0 comments
Don't be deceived by the seeming lack of traffic on University Avenue during these (blissfully) quiet summer months. Significant changes are brewing inside several Corner eateries. Could it be that...
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Dayside oasis: Carving Board Café opens near 29 Published on Jul 7th, 2005 0 comments
For those of us who live close to Downtown, a trip up Route 29 can be fraught with anxiety. Since I tend to cram all of my "north of town" stops into one grand-tour per week, I experience this strip...
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Eggs-travagant: Caviar gets green light Published on Jun 30th, 2005 0 comments
Until about a month ago, there were few, if any, eateries in town offering diners the most and extravagant of epicurean indulgences: caviar. But thanks to Blue Light Grill's trend-setting chef, Reed...
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Petite Fleurie: New bistro pois'd to open Published on Jun 23rd, 2005 0 comments
Just a few weeks after opening, Fresco the little Mexican café that took over the Baja Rapido spot in Central Place shut its doors. Dish is still trying to unravel that mystery difficult to do...
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Belmont boom: First of three cafes opens Published on Jun 16th, 2005 0 comments
This could be the year for downtown Belmont. With three new businesses planning to open this summer, it looks like the café-restaurant scene is finally catching up to the residential boom.
Belmont's...
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Avon calling: Pig Daddy's moves BBQ indoors Published on Jun 9th, 2005 0 comments
Something about summer makes Dish hungry to explore out-of-the-way eateries in and around her own hometown. A few weeks ago, I brought readers along with me to Aroma's, an off-the-beaten-track...
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Odell's exit: Unfortunate events to the north Published on May 25th, 2005 0 comments
Callers to Odell's restaurant in Gordonsville over the last few weeks learned some startling news: Odell's has closed, the message reports, "because of a series of unfortunate events."
Fans of Lemony...
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Found! Tucked-away Aromas worth the hunt Published on May 19th, 2005 0 comments
Dish just returned from a weekend on the Northern Neck (that little sliver of land between the Rappahannock and Potomoc rivers), where it took a lot more than a good map to find the best crab cakes,...
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Elliewood update: PJ's coming to old Wing spot? Published on May 11th, 2005 0 comments
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FOOD- THE DISH- <I>Plus ca change:</I> Ciboulette still French at heart Published on May 5th, 2005 0 comments
<P>Most people can pronounce it, but not everyone knows that "Ciboulette" is French for "chives." One of the first businesses to occupy the <B>Main Street Market</B...
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Plus ca change: Ciboulette still French at heart Published on May 5th, 2005 0 comments
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Start the music! Baker's Palette ready for Fridays Published on Apr 21st, 2005 0 comments
It's no secret that the newly reopened (and usually sold-out) Paramount Theater has dramatically affected the dining scene on the Downtown Mall. Try to arrange a small private party at a nearby...
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Local Polo: Spice trader offers fragrant wares Published on Apr 14th, 2005 0 comments
Did you ever stop to ponder exactly how much oregano is consumed at Christian's Pizza each week, or how much fennel seed they blend into the sausages at Foods of All Nations? How much of that...
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Guys can cook: Website, fundraiser prove it! Published on Apr 7th, 2005 0 comments
I've always admired my brother-in-law, Dan. About 10 years ago, after 25 years on Wall Street, he swapped roles with my sister and become a full-time, stay-at-home dad. Though an excellent and...
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Tranquil Thai: Art spices up Rio Hill offerings Published on Mar 31st, 2005 0 comments
With the dizzying array of restaurant options in downtown Charlottesville– new, old, or recently updated– it's easy to lose sight of eateries in other neighborhoods. Especially...
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Pollo Abuelitas: Gourmet station new Latin mecca Published on Mar 24th, 2005 0 comments
When you've walked on fire– 15 feet over 2000-degree coals– nothing seems impossible. That's why chef James Lewis, a past participant in one of inspirational speaker Anthony Robbins's "...
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Home cookin': 12 minutes to pizza paradise Published on Mar 17th, 2005 0 comments
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Mono Loco's new twist Published on Mar 10th, 2005 0 comments
After a brief but apparently very productive three-week break, Mono Loco re-opened last week under the new ownership of Coran Capshaw. For those who may have missed the original news flash, Capshaw...
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More than mangos: New Maharaja goes Goan Published on Mar 3rd, 2005 0 comments
Readers of last week's Dish will recall that I ended my story about Jonathan De Costa, the new owner of Maharaja restaurant, in medias res. Well, now it's time to return to the tale of "Chef J."
This...
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Taking flight: Wings and curry flee the Corner Published on Feb 24th, 2005 0 comments
While old stand-bys like the White Spot, the College Inn, The Virginian, and the Biltmore Grill give the Corner the illusion of stability, this neighborhood is actually as restless and in-flux as the...
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Bye, Bye Bocce: New Scottsville spots evoke Ms and mmms Published on Feb 17th, 2005 0 comments
Winter is generally a quiet time for restaurants. But big spring-like changes are already well under way in Scottsville, as not one but two new eateries prepare to open on Valley Street.
Fans of...
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'Berry' cordial: Cassis opens on Water Street Published on Feb 10th, 2005 0 comments
Bizou veteran chef Sean Lawford unveiled Cassis, his much-awaited new restaurant in the old Metro space, Tuesday, February 8. After an impressively short two-month renovation, this spacious new...
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Dueling burgers: Flat-out competition at Forest Lakes Published on Feb 3rd, 2005 0 comments
When Martin's Grill opened in the Forest Lakes area last November, more than a few people noticed its resemblance to Riverside Lunch, a legendary burger joint famous for having the flattest burgers...
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Stars of Starr: New crew brews treats Published on Jan 27th, 2005 0 comments
Did you say Betelnut?
My ears pricked up as soon as Michael Keaveny, the new director of operations for Coran Caphshaw's restaurant group, named San Francisco's Betelnut as one of his favorite...
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