Michael Thompson

Cidery squeezes into craft brew market

An entrepreneur is taking a crack at Richmond’s craft brew market and has his eye on Scott’s Addition to launch a hard cider business.

Longtime Fan eatery makes its move West

A pair of well-known restaurant owners have made a deal with a West End eatery to expand their 16-year-old Fan concept.

Startups test their wings

An array of entrepreneurs received months of coaching and $20,000 through a startup program. This week they took their pitches to the stage in front of investors and sponsors.

Restaurateur flips taco concept Southside

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A restaurant and food truck owner is venturing to the other side of the river, following several other eateries that expanded out of more crowded dining scenes.

Craft brew craze pours over into Petersburg

A local developer and former beer distributor are pushing the boundaries of Richmond’s beer scene farther south. And a $2 million apartment conversion project nearby will coincide with the upcoming brewery.

Carytown bike shop spins off into new brand

The namesake brothers of a well-known bike shop are shifting gears, and the changes have launched a new brand in the competitive Carytown bike scene.

Notorious night club building sold

A shuttered Shockoe Bottom club property is under new ownership and is set to ditch its bar and dance floor for desks and conference rooms.

Restaurateur tackles the West End

After forking over more than $1 million for renovations, a local restaurant owner is duplicating his downtown concept in the chain-heavy suburbs.