Whether it was celebrity chefs moving in or local operators adding new locations, Richmond’s restaurant scene piled a lot more on to its plate in 2014.
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Downtown deli owners launch market
The group that recently reopened a shuttered downtown restaurant is scooping up the vacant storefront next door to launch a small grocery concept that will complement the Grace Street eatery.
Old-school butcher cuts into grocery market
For his career change into the private sector, former state employee Chris Tavenner is looking to carve out a slice of the area’s growing specialty grocery scene.
The Valentine showcases $4 million upgrades
The Valentine history museum is having its grand reopening this weekend after a year of renovations.
Grafiatto opens downtown
With help from a couple of local restaurant owners, a celebrity chef opened the Richmond foothold of his growing food empire.
Seeking an edge, developers look to the sun
A pair of well-known local developers is converting another old warehouse into apartments. But it’s the futuristic view from the roof that makes the project unique.
Willow Lawn dining gets a dash of celebrity
Continuing its recent restaurant hot streak, the West End shopping center has lured a two-time Top Chef finalist.
Large-scale renovations mark fertile time for museums
Capital campaigns are transforming several of the city’s museums with long-delayed renovations and construction projects totaling about $80 million.
The ‘Carytown Cupcake law’ goes into effect
Owners of the Cary Street cupcake shop pushed for state legislation that would change the alcohol regulations for bakeries.
Mint sprouts in Petersburg
Mint Gastropub closed in the Fan earlier this year, and now it’s owner is hoping Petersburg will provide a jumping-off point for a return to Richmond in the future.