Christina Ball

A Humble Shepherd

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:34:00 GMT

Craig Rogers took an unusual route to sheep farming—he was an engineering college dean and a businessman first—but chefs rave about his lamb.

Pulling Up Roots

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:40:00 GMT

In the Shenandoah Valley, Harvest Thyme Herbs produces lovely herbs and vegetables for restaurants that take the farm-to-table concept seriously.

A Contemporary Euro-Style Oasis

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 15:01:42 GMT

A new team has transformed the historic Ashby Inn and Restaurant into a first class experience of food, wine and hospitality. Christina Ball travels to Paris for a memorable meal at a place where nothing goes to waste.

Beyond the Tavern

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:03:19 GMT

Within earshot of fife and drum, Christina Ball samples the fare at two of Williamsburg's most popular eateries. "Oh, for a bowl of fat canary, rich Palermo, sparkling sherry..."

Fresh Bread and Warm Places

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:57:17 GMT

The Taubman Museum is transforming Roanoke’s cultural landscape and attracting a new kind of tourist to the city—and downtown eateries are striving to keep up.

Storybook Charm

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:40:52 GMT

Lexington’s Red Hen is a cozy and elegant restaurant where chef Tucker Yoder is committed to innovative yet approachable food.

From Beach to Bistro

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:18:41 GMT

Todd Jurich’s namesake Norfolk restaurant is proof that the veteran chef has parlayed talent and business savvy into big-city success. Photography by Tyler Darden

Puttin’ On the Ritz

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:47:34 GMT

Luray’s lustrous Mimslyn Inn and its restaurant, Circa ’31, bring a touch of elegance to the Shenandoah Valley. The Thornton Grille, in nearby Sperryville, is destination dining, too. Photography by Tyler Darden

Inside (the) Stove

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:44:34 GMT

Sydney Meers—raconteur, artist and, above all, dazzling chef—heats up Port Norfolk. Photography by Tyler Darden

Two Minds Are Better Than ...

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:49:53 GMT

A pair of former Chicago chefs have brought haute cuisine to Chilhowie’s Town House. By Christina Ball • Photography by Jeff Greenough

Ten Mile Meal

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:58:56 GMT

For beef, many of Virginia’s best restaurants turn to Mount Air Farm in Crozet, home to Gryffon’s Aerie beef and more. Christina Ball tours this sustainable farm and stays for a memorable meal. Photography by Stacey Evans

Casual Chic

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:09:00 GMT

In Richmond, two chic Fan restaurants, plus an enduring lunch spot. By Christina Ball • Photography by Tyler Darden

Classic and Cosmopolitan

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:35:20 GMT

We found an old-style Italian eatery and a chic wine bar across the street from each other in Fredericksburg. By Christina Ball • Photography by Tyler Darden

Bird Eggs & Blogs

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:41:57 GMT

Christina Ball follows a blog trail to a back alley in Old Town Winchester, where chef Ed Matthews does a lot more than muse about the wonders of food at his destination-worthy restaurant, One Block West. Photography by Tyler Darden