Taste of Town

Samantha speaks with Joe of Sal’s Caffe Italia on the restaurant’s 40 years of service in Charlottesville and what it’s like running a family business.

Samantha speaks with Lee Shifflett of Riverside Lunch on their burgers, hospitality, and keeping it old school for 90 years on Taste of Town!

Samantha chats with Jessica Lino from Farmacy Cafe and Food Truck on their organic and local Mexican fusion eats in Charlottesville.

Samantha spoke with Rene of Guadalajara Greenbrier on the decades old family business and how their three local locations are all a little bit different. Plus they chat about the upcoming events Guadalajara is involved with like Cville Sabroso and Birria Paranda.

Samantha chats with Emily from SugarBear Ice Cream in Charlottesville on their homemade, unique flavors.

Andy Argaud joins Samantha on Taste of Town to talk about his restaurant A Squared Pizza , slinging Detroit Style Pizza in the Forest Lakes area of Charlottesville.

Samantha spoke with Onur, co-owner and manager of Pi-Napo Pizzeria in Fry’s Spring Station, about how their pizza is a slice of Naples, Italy.

 Samantha spoke with Farm Bell Kitchen's owner Ryan Hubbard and head chef Ofelia Abundio about their restaurant that gained popularity in 2020 and has been serving brunch on West Main for nine years. 

Samantha spoke with chef Melissa of Mockingbird , a restaurant in Belmont that feeds the soul with southern charm. 

Samantha spoke with Chris Martin of bakernobakery, that focuses on postres (desserts) and pan dulce (sweet bread). At bakernobakery, Chris showcases Latin-inspired techniques and flavors through unique culinary experiences. https://www.bakernobakery.com/

Samantha speaks with Andrew Centofante of North American Sake Brewery & Bad Luck Ramen on bringing sake brewing to Charlottesville, plus an on air tasting of sake.

Samantha spoke with Melissa Portera and Jason Becton, co-owners of Sbrocco’s Donuts and Espresso, on their new business in the Fry’s Spring neighborhood.