Weekly Food News
Weekly Food News: Donut bar and ice cream shop set to open, Longoven nears opening, and more
Longoven nears its opening date, two three new sweets purveyors have either opened or are on the horizon, Champion launches a full menu, and more this week.
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“Donut bar” set to open in Manchester – Richmond has about everything these days–but a “donut bar?” That’s exactly what Hot Diggity Donuts, the latest concept from the enterprising Hild couple who have or are in the process of opening several new places in the neighborhood, want their latest venture to be. With a lounge-like atmosphere, donuts, and booze, what’s not to love? Richmond Magazine has this preview.
Longoven nears completion in Scott’s Addition – Speaking of new concepts, how about a two-in-one? That’s the plan for Longoven, the long-awaited popup-series turned brick-and-mortar on W. Clay Street from co-owners Andrew Manning, Megan Fitzroy Phelan, and Patrick Phelan. The space will offer a traditional dining room along with a chef’s tasting room in the rear of the space, which is a first for Richmond. As Eileen Mellon notes, it will be interesting to see how Richmonders take to the concept. Read her take here.
The Cake Bar Café opens at Willow Lawn – Michelle Jasper, who competed on Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” back in 2012 has opened her own storefront at Willow Lawn. The Cake Bar Café features cakes and cake by the slice, cookies, cupcakes, and much more. Here’s what you can expect.
Soft opening for Scoop on Strawberry Street this week – Scoop, the new ice cream shop from Whisk bakery owner Morgan Botwinick, is having their soft opening this week, with a grand opening to follow. The shop offers nine signature and seven seasonal flavors, vegan options, and sorbet. Get the inside scoop here.
Champion Brewing launches full menu – It’s been a long time coming, but Champion Brewing Company downtown has launched a full in-house menu to accompany its list of beers. It includes burgers, flatbread pizzas, a Reuben, and more. The new menu is overseen by Chef Tom Hall. Check it out here.
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