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Tag: Peter Chang’s

06/05/2015

Five Finds on Friday: Vinnie Falcone

Vinnie

On Fridays, we feature five food finds from local chefs and personalities.  Today’s picks come from Vinnie Falcone, former sous chef at PastureQ, now a sous chef at Red Pump Kitchen.  PastureQ’s recent closure was a sad loss for Charlottesville, but the silver lining is the talent their cooks are adding to kitchens around Charlottesville, including Falcone at Red Pump.  Falcone’s picks:

1)  Fried Chicken Thighs from Wayside Takeout & Catering.  “There’s nothing more that I love on a day off than a big ole box of chicken thighs and a cold one.”

2)  Bone Marrow and Escargot at The Alley Light.  “This is my go-to spot for a great cocktail – Micah is insanely talented! Chef’s bone marrow & escargot is a must have when you’re there.”  (Note: this was our 2014 Dish of the Year.)

3)  Hellboy Pizza at Lampo.  “What’s not to love about this place? The food, drinks and service are always on point, especially the Hellboy.”

4)  Alioli at MAS Tapas.  “It’s my favorite place to go after work for some snacks with friends. You can’t go wrong here, especially if there’s alioli involved.”

5)  Hot & Numbing Tofu Skins at Peter Chang’s.  “I honestly eat the hot & numbing tofu skins almost every week. It’s my favorite dish in town. The flavor, heat & sensation you get from the Szechuan peppercorns is like nothing else.”

 

 

 

04/17/2015

Five Finds on Friday: Hannah Moster

Hannah

On Fridays, we feature five food finds from area chefs and personalities.  Today’s picks come from Hannah Moster, sous chef of Hamiltons’ at First & Main, who tomorrow morning is competing against five other top sous chefs in an Iron Chef competition at the Ciy Market, as part of the Tom Tom Founders Festival.  Moster’s picks:

1)  Dan Dan Noodles at Peter Chang’s.  “Never had anything there I didn’t love. The lunch specials Monday through Friday are a great deal, and the hot and sour soup is the best ever! If I don’t get a lunch special, I get a couple apps. I’m addicted to the Dan Dan noodles and hot and numbing shredded tofu skins.”

2)  Pulled Pork at The Barbeque Exchange.  “Best bbq around! Being so close to home, we should really eat there every day. Chef Hartman’s crew, headed up by superman Brooks Tanner, never fails to load us up a massive platter of porkliciousness.”

3)  Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings at Palladio Restaurant.  “I’ve always loved an afternoon of tasting at Barboursville. Luca Paschina’s style is right up my alley. Finish off the evening with a glass of wine and a picnic near the ruins, or if you’re lucky, a luxurious dinner of the tasting menu at Palladio.”

4)  Chicken Wings and PBR at Miller’s Downtown.  “Miller’s has everything! Pool, games, live music, upstairs sports bar and the biggest and best people-watching patio downtown. Fresh new renovation downstairs, but still the same old school style and feel. Huge draft beer selection, and that delicious food you crave. A favorite classic.”

5)  Pizza Margherita at Lampo.  “After the three years I spent living in Italy, it’s soooo great to get to have the real deal original pizza again. Thank you and much respect.”

 

04/03/2015

Five Finds on Friday: Aris Cuadra

Aris

On Fridays, we feature five food finds selected by area chefs and personalities.  Today’s picks come from Aris Cuadra, chef at tavola.  Next Sunday, April 12, tavola will play host to world-renowned winemaker Piero Mastroberardino for a very special wine dinnerr featuring the wines of Mastroberardino.  The six course meal, including pairings, is $125 per person.  For info and reservations for this very rare opportunity, email info@tavolavino.com or call (434) 972-9463.  Cuadra’s picks:

1)  Cheeseburger at Jack Brown’s.  “Super simple good quality beef, nicely seasoned, griddle pressed well done, with a side of fries, a pickle and secret sauce…oh yea and they have “a few beers”.

2)  Dry Fried Eggplant at Peter Chang’s. “Perfectly crispy, light and airy, nice balance of heat and earthiness from the chilies, cilantro and scallions, and a slight sweetness from the eggplant.”

3)  Ham Biscuit at JM Stock Provisions.  “House cured ham in between their biscuits made with butter and pork fat.”

4)  Lemon Buttermilk Pie at Pasture Q.  “Light flaky crust, nice balance of tart and not too sweet filling, tea infused whipped cream.”

5)  Linguini Alla Carbonara at tavola.  “Yes, I know some will criticize this pick, but those who have had it know exactly what I’m talking about and those who have not . . . you need to come try one.”