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2 New Grocery Stores + Top Restaurant Picks + New Nonstop Flight: VA Business

Business news includes a food critic's final best dining list, a Bollywood bash supporting the arts, and new nonstop flights overseas.

Guests were treated to Bollywood culture at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts' latest fundraising gala.
Guests were treated to Bollywood culture at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts' latest fundraising gala. (Courtesy of Wolf Trap)

Recent business news in highlighted a Bollywood fundraiser, an airline adding nonstop flights from D.C. overseas, and a famed food critic sharing his final favorite picks. Plus a major pharmacy chain closes its Virginia locations, two new grocery stores are opening, and a local transit system reaches a milestone.

Old Town Eatery Makes Food Critic's Final 40 Best Restaurants List

Tom Sietsema released his final 40 best restaurants list before ending his run as a Washington Post food critic.

New Nonstop Service Overseas From VA Airport: United

United continues to add more flights and new destinations from its Northern Virginia hub.

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VA Town Center Taking Shape, New Grocery Store Planned

A new grocery store will serve as a gateway to Potomac Shores, which is seeing progress on its town center construction.

Publix To Open NoVA Location: Report

Publix, a favorite grocery store chain in Florida, has plans to open a Northern Virginia location.

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Come For The Views. Stay For The Gnocchi: Arlington Restaurant Week

Rooftop Recess in Court House boasts the best rooftop views in Arlington, according to the owner.

Coffee House Creates Welcoming Space In Old Town

A new coffee house in Old Town Fairfax celebrated its launch with Mayor Read and business leaders on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Major Pharmacy Chain Closes: What It Means For VA Customers

A well-known pharmacy chain has gone out of business. What could it mean for VA customers? Get the details here.

Legacy Craft Brewpub Chain To Open Location In NoVA

A legacy brewpub chain recently signed a lease to open a new location in Reston Town Center next year.

Blend Coffee Bar To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Event In NoVA

Customers can attend the two-day event to celebrate the coffee bar's 10 years serving up caffeinated drinks and other fare in Ashburn.

VA's Allegra Marketing Print Mail Earns Peak Performance Award

Alliance Franchise Brands presents award to owners of Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Fairfax.

Spraying Store With Carbonated Drinks Lands VA Man In Jail: Police

A Vienna man sprayed carbonated beverages inside a Fairfax City convenience store he'd been barred from entering, according to police.

Pumpkin Sale To Support Students Returns At VA's Carnegie Diner Cafe

Carnegie Diner Café in Vienna is hosting another pumpkin sale with proceeds benefiting Madison High School students.

NoVA Hospital Improves To Level II Trauma Center Status

Inova Loudoun Hospital has achieved Level II trauma center designation, which means less transfers of trauma patients.

Virginia Railway Express Reaches 100 Million Rider Milestone

Since Virginia Railway Express began operating in 1992, it has served 100 million riders.

Ritz-Carlton Residences Coming To NoVA Community

A 102-unit, standalone residential property will rise adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton hotel in Tysons Corner and the Tysons Galleria.

Wolf Trap Bollywood Ball Raises Record Amount For Foundation

Attendees at Wolf Trap's fundraising gala got an immersive Bollywood experience while raising record funds for the arts foundation.

NoVA Sports Pub Offers Seafood Deal For Arlington Restaurant Week

An Arlington staple for 31 years, Crystal City Sports Pub is one of 70-plus eateries participating in restaurant week.

Free Meals For TSA Workers At NoVA Eatery

Obamacare Tax Credits Key To Small Businesses In VA: Walkinshaw

U.S. Rep. James Walkinshaw (D) visited The Elden Street Tea Shop on Wednesday to discuss skyrocketing healthcare premiums.

New Fine Dining Restaurant Bourbon And Fig Opens In NoVA

A new fine dining restaurant serves up dishes like filet mignon and oysters along with a brunch menu.

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