April 2004
Archive - April 2004
Features
Dos Passos, by Ryan Croxton, Jake Denton
The noted author, and his life on Virginia's Northern Neck. While he is no longer a household name, his literary reputation is very much alive.
Plantation Escapes, by Beth Sutton, Ann Cochran, Elizabeth Cogar
Cozy weekends on some of the greatest farms of Virginia, from Stratford Hall to Toddsbury to Goodstone. Plus, a roundup of guesthouses.
In Every Issue
Letters | Contributors | Natives | Reviews | Style | Bellwether | About Town | Odd Dominion | Departures
Upfront
An Afghani in Virginia, by Jake Denton
Soldier who fought Taliban now living on peninsula.
Life at Green Spring, by Jo Ann M. Hofheimer
Notable's Fairfax home.
Bread Winner, by Beth O'Leary
For Billy Fallen, life is all about making dough.
WGH Makes 75, by Don Harrison
AM 1310 led fleet in World's Greatest Harbour.
Studio Makes Tracks, by Garry Kranz
Recording house draws big-name and regional acts.
Departments
Food | Happy as a Clam, by Curtis D. Badger
How to tackle the wonderful world of the clam. Plus, a very tasty recipe that includes an irresistible dollop of bacon grase.
Design | Nine on the Lawn, by Sally Brown
UVA architecture dean's home on The Lawn.
Towns | Lynchburg's Alive, by Laura Parsons
The most delightful hill town in Virginia gets even better with new restaurants and new life downtown.
Property | Modern History at Robin Hill, by Laura Parsons
A house that comes to Virginia by way of France and Poland.