At C-ville Bites, we're honored to be featured by publications, tourism organizations, and media outlets that celebrate Charlottesville and Central Virginia's vibrant food and hospitality scene. These stories highlight our commitment to creating unforgettable culinary experiences while showcasing the people, places, and flavors that make our community unique.

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Media Coverage

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NBC29 (WVIR)

Food Crawls Show Downtown's Best Bites

NBC29 featured C-ville Bites’ Downtown Mall Food Tours, highlighting founder MJ Padilla’s mission to showcase Charlottesville through food, storytelling, and unforgettable local experiences. July 2024.

Read the feature:
https://www.29news.com/2024/07/18/food-crawls-show-downtowns-best-bites/

 

NBC29 (WVIR)​​

Charlottesville Food Tour Business Lands Statewide Tourism Grant 

C-ville Bites was featured by NBC29 after receiving a Virginia Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program grant supporting tourism-focused small businesses across the Commonwealth. Founder MJ Padilla shared how the grant will help expand awareness of C-ville Bites and welcome more visitors to experience Charlottesville’s food, culture, and hospitality. December 2024.

Read the feature:
https://www.29news.com/2024/12/09/charlottesville-food-tour-business-lands-statewide-tourism-grant/

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WVTF / Radio IQ

Pasta Lessons at Home

WVTF’s Radio IQ featured C-ville Bites’ pasta-making experiences with Chef Kelvino Barrera, highlighting the hands-on culinary classes that bring authentic Italian cooking into homes throughout Central Virginia. January 2025.

Read the feature:
https://www.wvtf.org/news/2025-01-14/pasta-lessons-at-home

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C-VILLE Weekly

Olive Oil, Pasta, Mezcal, Coffee, Champagne, and Global Cuisine — These Local Food Instructors Know Their Craft

C-ville Bites was featured in C-VILLE Weekly’s coverage of Charlottesville’s culinary educators, highlighting pasta-making classes with Chef Kelvino Barrera and the company’s mission to create meaningful connections through food, culture, and community. 2024.

Read the feature:
https://c-ville.com/olive-oil-pasta-mezcal-coffee-champagne-and-global-cuisine-these-local-food-instructors-know-their-craft/

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C-VILLE Weekly

C-ville Bites Receives Virginia Tourism Grant

C-VILLE Weekly highlighted C-ville Bites as one of the Charlottesville-area businesses awarded funding through the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program, recognizing the company’s role in growing Charlottesville’s culinary tourism scene. 2025

Read the feature:
https://c-ville.com/new-team-will-take-it-away-and-burger-bonus-round/

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Charlottesville City Lifestyle

Creating Connection Through Charlottesville’s Food Scene

Charlottesville City Lifestyle featured C-ville Bites founder MJ Padilla in a profile exploring the story behind the company, its partnerships with local chefs and restaurants, and its mission to create meaningful connections through food and hospitality.

Read the feature:
https://citylifestyle.com/articles/creating-connection-through-charlottesvilles-food-scene

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Charlottesville City Lifestyle

Celebrate Spring with Style

MJ Padilla was featured in Charlottesville City Lifestyle sharing inspiration for memorable gatherings, including food, drinks, entertaining, and creating meaningful moments around the table.

Read the feature:
https://citylifestyle.com/articles/celebrate-spring-with-style

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Tourism & Industry Recognition

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Visit Charlottesville

Official Tourism Partner

C-ville Bites is featured as a Charlottesville tourism experience, showcasing our food tours, wine tastings, and private culinary experiences for visitors exploring Central Virginia.

View listing:
https://www.visitcharlottesville.org/directory/c-ville-bites/

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Virginia is for Lovers

Featured Culinary Experience

Virginia Tourism features C-ville Bites’ Downtown Mall Food Tour & Wine Tasting as a unique culinary experience highlighting Charlottesville’s food scene.

View listing:
https://www.virginia.org/listing/c-ville-bites/33678/

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Virginia Tourism Corporation

Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program Grant Recipient

C-ville Bites was recognized as a recipient of Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program, supporting the growth and promotion of tourism-focused small businesses across Virginia. 2024 Grant Recipient. 2025 Grant Recipient.

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Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce

Women Who Mean Business

Founder MJ Padilla was recognized by the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce for her leadership and contributions to Charlottesville’s hospitality community through C-ville Bites. 2026.

Read the feature:
https://www.cvillechamber.com/2026/03/10/women-who-mean-business/

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Charlottesville Community Engagement

Local Businesses Receive Virginia Tourism Marketing Grants

C-ville Bites was recognized among Charlottesville-area recipients of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program. December 2024.

Read the feature:
https://communityengagement.substack.com/

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Community & Social Features

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Visit Charlottesville

Favorite Charlottesville Experiences

C-ville Bites has been featured by Visit Charlottesville’s Instagram community, showcasing local food experiences, Charlottesville attractions, and the vibrant culinary culture of Central Virginia.

Instagram:

@charlottesvilleva

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Journeys with Kris

Featured Charlottesville Experience

Travel creator Journeys with Kris featured C-ville Bites as part of a Charlottesville getaway experience, highlighting the Downtown Mall Food Tour + Wine Tasting as a memorable way to explore the region.

Instagram:
@journeyswithkris