A local bike courier service now has 4 pounds more to contend with on two wheels.
Beer by bike upgrades to growlers
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Mike Platania joined BizSense in December 2016. He covers commercial real estate, restaurants and breweries. He graduated from Virginia Tech. Reach him at [email protected] or (804) 554-6872.
Coffeemaker starts roasting at Brookland Park spot
A local coffee brewer is preparing its second area location in the same order it brews its coffee: Roast first, serve second.
Fan shop pairing pasta with liquor
A local pasta maker is dipping into the booze biz after receiving a permit from the city to add a distillery to its shop.
Legislative session leaves distillers in good spirits
With this year’s General Assembly session wrapped up, Virginia distilleries are celebrating slightly looser regulations and a change in state policy regarding direct sales to restaurants.
Uber to add to local food delivery traffic
The ridesharing app’s delivery service is the newest player in Richmond’s online food-ordering game.
Hardywood’s Goochland facility pushed back a year
As it starts pulling pints at its new taproom in Charlottesville, the local brewery’s westward expansion will take longer than anticipated closer to Richmond.
Athletic apparel firm buying into Brookland Park
A local sports apparel retailer is looking to dress up a piece of Northside, with a store opening planned for late May.
Design firm picks up former hat shop space
The space is the first brick-and-mortar presence for the local company, which until now has operated from a nonprofit artist workspace in Scott’s Addition.
Lidl unveils look, new opening target for local stores
The Germany-based grocer has accelerated its planned arrival in Richmond.
Virginia Capital Trail lays path for one-way startup
A local startup is looking to give a lift to area cyclists who want to ride the 52-mile Virginia Capital Trail, just not the 52-mile return trip.