Food Scene

Local famers and artists showcase their best tomatoes and tomato inspired pieces at the second annual Tomato Tomato Fest.

The Charlottesville Tomato Tomato Fest returns for its second year Tuesday, bringing together local farmers, artists, chefs and community members for a celebration of one of Virginia’s favorite summer crops.

The Cajun-inspired cuisine opened in 2024. The restaurant’s final day will be July 31.

The new sports bar, owned by the team behind The Fitzroy, will open in the weeks to come in the place of the former South Street Brewery.

The company alerted staff that the lease is ending in 2028, which led some of the 79 workers at the location to assume the store would be closing.

Local businessman Hasmukh Shah said he views his role as one of stewardship, more than ownership.

Here’s your guide to everything that’s happening in and around Central Virginia for Independence Day fun.

The Nook, located on 415 East Main Street, opened its doors in 1951, serving breakfast, lunch, and for a few decades, dinner.

America’s 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina drew fans to local restaurants, bars and theaters.

Tribute Coffee is hosting a fund raiser for Fight Like A GRRRL on Sunday.