8 CVille Businesses You Can Trust
1. Intrastate Pest Control
1218 Harris St., Charlottesville, VA 22902
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Intrastate Pest Control’s highly trained technicians possess a keen understanding of the pest pressures this region faces and are ready to help you get rid of bed bugs, stink bugs and termites as well as other insect, rodent and pest activity. At Intrastate, they are dedicated to being your trusted exterminator and offer comprehensive residential and commercial pest control programs that will protect property and health. They have a sister company, Intrastate Service Company, that does mold remediation, home remodeling/renovations/additions, plumbing, electric and more. Intrastate is a business you can trust for all your pest or home service needs in Central Virginia and the Shenandoah valley. Read More
7 Mid-Atlantic Brewmasters That Rock
1. Bill Madden, Mad Fox Brewing Company, Falls Church, VA
444 West Broad Street Suite I, Falls Church, Virginia 2204
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One of the industry’s most-respected brewers, Bill Madden (second from right) serves as the chief executive officer and executive brewer at Mad Fox Brewing Company. He guides the brewing team consisting of head brewer Charlie Buettner (second from left) and brewers Brian Murphy (far right) and Brad Hulewicz (far left). Bill learned the science of brewing at the University of California-Davis where he graduated from the Master Brewers Program in 1995. Since then, he has been honing his craft and has been responsible for opening and operating seven brewpub locations in the region while at Capitol City Brewing Company, Founders Restaurant and Brewing Company, and Vintage 50 Restaurant and Brew Lounge. Bill’s locally brewed and served beers have received national acclaim through the Brewers Associations’ Great American Beer Festival (GABF) and the Chicago Real Ale Festival. His achievements are especially notable because they span from the biggest, most robust and full-flavored beer styles to also include the lightest and subtlest beer styles, an unusual accomplishment that speaks to his finesse as a brewer. Read More
7 Talented VA Winemakers
1. Dr. Sudha Patil, Narmada Winery, Amissville, VA
43 Narmada Lane, Amissville, Virginia 20106
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Dr. Sudha Patil (left) has an extraordinary palate as well as an undergraduate degree in chemistry. In the short time since Narmada Winery opened its doors in November 2009, her skills in both the art and the science of winemaking have brought accolades. Sudha’s primary focus at Narmada Winery is to create graceful, elegant and food-enhancing wines. Read More
4 Incredible commonwealthSkybar Brunches To Try On Sunday!
CommonwealthSKYBAR has some mouth-watering brunch options for you to choose from, and here we highlight four of those. Grab brunch there every Sunday from 11am – 2pm.
1. Brioche French Toast
422 E. Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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Delicious brioche French toast served with maple syrup, fresh fruit, powdered sugar and cinnamon! Read More
7 CVille Business Leaders Making A Difference
1. Mark Lorenzoni, Owner, Ragged Mountain Running Shop
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Mark Lorenzoni owns the Ragged Mountain Running shop with his wife, Cynthia. When he says that his employees are like family, he genuinely means it. Whether you work there or are just stopping by for shoes, he’s always ready to have a friendly conversation or dole out some fatherly advice. Mark is also instrumental in many local charities, including the Virginia Institute of Autism. Read More
Watch commonwealthSKYBAR’s Matty P. In Action
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Last week, we went down to The commonwealthSKYBAR to learn a little about our local bartender Matty P. and his craft. Read More
The Perfect CVille Weekend!
1. Fly into Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport Early on Friday afternoon…
100 Bowen Loop, Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
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Continental Divide To Open RVA Location!
Charlottesville’s Continental Divide will open a Richmond location, according to media reports.
Continental Divide, an awesomely popular cantina located on W. Main Street in CVille, will launch a second location in RVA, according to reports. Continental Divide will replace Mint Gastropub at 2501 W. Main Street in RVA. Read More