Michael Thompson

Richmond’s new cash crop?

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What started as a kitchen experiment with a leafy green has blossomed into a local startup that’s in growth mode.

Food and beverage pairing sours

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A West End wine-and-cheese seller and her grocer landlord are no longer on such good terms. According to a recently filed lawsuit, the owner of the shop told his tenant that “Don’t forget: this is my house; not yours! It won’t be long before you’ll be leaving here!”

The pledge of allegiance…to BBQ

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Mission BBQ opened for business yesterday at 5440 Glenside Drive, next to the former Kmart space. The opening occurred shortly after noon, when guests and workers paused for the national anthem. The patriotic gesture is one that takes place every day at noon at all Mission locations.

Going bananas for doughnuts

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A West End frozen yogurt shop owner thinks he’s found a year-round way to fill his revenue hole.