Category: Life

  • Top 7 Girly Drinks In CVille

    No one can resist the allure of a cold, fruity, girly drink, not even the guys! These are my picks for the “Top 7 Girly Drinks In CVille!”

    1. Shimmer & Shine, commonwealthSKYBAR

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    422 E. Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    The Shimmer & Shine is the perfect bachelorette party drink. It has the sparkles and a sweet taste with a lip smacking pucker. It’s made with Absolut Ruby Red, Domaine de Canton, lemon and honey. (more…)

  • 9 Reasons To Enjoy Fellini’s #9 On Sunday

    1. Free Meatballs From 9 PM To Midnight

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    200 W. Market St., Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    How should you end the weekend? With lots of great cocktails and free meatballs, of course! (more…)

  • 6 Historical Sites Around CVille To Enjoy

    1. Monticello

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    931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    You can’t talk about Charlottesville’s rich history without mentioning Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Explore this beautiful forty-three room structure and its stunning gardens. (more…)

  • Top 10 On-Air Radio DJ’s In CVille

    1. Brad Savage, Program Director And Morning Drive Host (6 AM – 12 PM), 106.1 FM The Corner

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    Brad Savage is a true “radio geek.” Brad’s passion for music and deep appreciation for Charlottesville shine through his on-air persona. We especially enjoy when Brad discusses “everyday life” circumstances, including his trials and tribulations as a new father and husband (Brad’s wife, Rachel Peltzman, is an effervescent and beautiful nurse at UVa). (more…)

  • Top 6 Sushi Places In CVille

    1. Now & Zen

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    202 Second Street NW, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    Now & Zen is fine dining with reasonable prices and generous portions. Their wonderfully fresh and inventive rolls earn them the top spot on this list. If you’re not a fan of raw fish, the Aburi Salmon is a must try. It’s made with seared salmon, cracked black pepper and dill aioli. (more…)

  • 8 Places To Fill Your Growler In CVille

    1. Beer Run

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    156 Carlton Road, Suite 203, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    Charlottesville’s Best Craft Beer Store and Restaurant. We are family-friendly, pet-friendly and focus on local, organic ingredients.

    Step-brothers Josh Hunt and John Woodriff, with the encouragement of their parents, wanted to open a retail craft beer and wine store. That idea blossomed into not only Charlottesville’s most extensive craft beer bottle store but one of Draft Magazine’s America’s 100 Best Beer Bars 2014. (more…)

  • 5 Power Players In CVille!

    1. Ken Boyd, Albemarle County Board of Supervisors

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    Ken Boyd is a member of the Albemarle County, Virginia Board of Supervisors.
    Boyd has been noted for his strong support of developers and sprawling developments in Central Virginia. He represents the Rivanna Magisterial District. His current term ends in 2015. (more…)

  • 6 Shops To Register At Before Your Wedding

    1. The Happy Cook

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    1107 B N Emmet St., Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
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    Since 1978, The Happy Cook has been a family run business, and that tradition still lives on today. Husband and wife owners, Monique and Steve, can actually still be found working with the customers. If you’re lucky, you’ll find “Top Chef,” Amos, roaming the floors and keeping everyone in line. (more…)

  • 5 Hidden Gems in Charlottesville

    1. Sweethaus

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    843 West Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
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    Sweethaus is a mom ‘n’ pop cupcake and candy shop that opened in September 2011 on historic West Main Street, located just between the Downtown Mall and UVA. All of their cupcakes and frostings are small-batch, homemade treats and they come in 2 sizes – mini and regular. (more…)

  • Top 17 Sandwiches In Charlottesville

    We’ve included your best recommendations to make an even better list of rocking CVille sandwiches.

    1. The Sampson, Littlejohn’s Deli

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    1427 University Avenue Charlottesville, VA, United States 22903
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    A monster 12″ combo of choice roast beef, turkey, shredded lettuce, tomato, horseradish mayo, 1000 Island and melted American. (more…)