On Fridays we and The Charlottesville 29 feature five food finds selected by local chefs and personalities. This week’s picks come from Alex George, of Commonwealth Restaurant and SkyBar, who has resurrected his much-missed restaurant Just Curry, which recently opened in a new space across the downtown mall from Commonwealth. George’s picks:
1) Shrimp and Grits at Horse & Hound. “Luther Fedora’s shrimp and grits are amazing! The best damn grits I’ve ever had.”
2) Almond Croissant at Paradox Pastry. “Jenny Peterson does an absolutely fantastic job with these croissants. I have at least two a week.”
3) Crispy Skate Wing with Linguini Aglio at Tavola. “This is one of the best dishes I’ve had in a long, long time.” (Note: This was also a pick in The Charlottesville 29 feature on Tavola.)
4) Prosciutto and Blue Cheese Sandwich at Market Street Market. “With pear, honey, and basil on ciabatta bread, this is my favorite anytime sandwich.”
5) Cornmeal-crusted Fried Oysters at Maya. “Christian Kelly’s fried oysters are a must-have every time I go there.”
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