Beth Dixon has a long and storied history in Richmond restaurants. Her path to bar manager at Perch in Richmond's Scott Addition started inconspicuously enough nearly 20 years ago at Texas Roadhouse near Virginia Center Commons. But it was her next stop as a "cocktail waitress in a wing bar" that helped propel Dixon in Richmond's beverage and hospitality industry.

In addition to meeting future award-winning chef Brittanny Anderson (Brenner Pass, Metzger Bar and Butchery) at Buffalo Wing Wings, Dixon studied the bartenders, asked questions, and learned how to make the popular shooters of the day.

When Dixon joined the team that opened Can Can Brasserie in Carytown, she was able re-create some of those shooters the fancier bartenders were less accustomed to making.

Then, one fateful night, Can Can's regular bartender was a no show.

"Here I am a cocktail waitress from a wing bar," Dixon recalled. "There was a manager there who had come down from New York and I told him I wanted to bar tend. He had a bartender who didn't show up one night and he said, 'Here's your chance. Sink or swim.' And I swam."

On this episode of Eat It, Virginia!, Dixon shared with Scott and Robey stories from behind the bar including her experience working while pregnant and the transition from Pasture to Perch.

She also discussed some do’s and don’ts for home bartenders, the best things customers can do you help their bartenders, and what it means to a homesteader in Richmond.

People, places, and products mentioned in this podcast:

Brandon Peck

Brittanny Anderson

Buffalo Wild Wings

Can Can Brasserie

Fire Flour & Fork

Heritage

Jason Alley

Joe Sparatta

Legend Brewing Company

Lemaire

Lindsey Scheer

Michele Jones

Mike Ledesma

Pasture

Safe Bars

Texas Roadhouse

Beth Dixon has a long and storied history in Richmond restaurants. Her path to bar manager at Perch in Richmond's Scott Addition started inconspicuously enough nearly 20 years ago at Texas Roadhouse near Virginia Center Commons. But it was her next stop as a "cocktail waitress in a wing bar" that helped propel Dixon in Richmond's beverage and hospitality industry.In addition to meeting future award-winning chef Brittanny Anderson (Brenner Pass, Metzger Bar and Butchery) at Buffalo Wing Wings, Dixon studied the bartenders, asked questions, and learned how to make the popular shooters of the day.When Dixon joined the team that opened Can Can Brasserie in Carytown, she was able re-create some of those shooters the fancier bartenders were less accustomed to making.Then, one fateful night, Can Can's regular bartender was a no show."Here I am a cocktail waitress from a wing bar," Dixon recalled. "There was a manager there who had come down from New York and I told him I wanted to bar tend. He had a bartender who didn't show up one night and he said, 'Here's your chance. Sink or swim.' And I swam."On this episode of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eatitvirginia/" target="_blank">Eat It, Virginia</a>!, Dixon shared with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_wise/" target="_blank">Scott</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/callmerobey/" target="_blank">Robey</a> stories from behind the bar including her experience working while pregnant and the transition from Pasture to Perch.She also discussed some do’s and don’ts for home bartenders, the best things customers can do you help their bartenders, and what it means to a homesteader in Richmond.People, places, and products mentioned in this podcast:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/holy_moly/" target="_blank">Brandon Peck</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittanny_anderson/" target="_blank">Brittanny Anderson</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/buffalowildwings/" target="_blank">Buffalo Wild Wings</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cancanbrasserie/" target="_blank">Can Can Brasserie</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/fireflourfork/" target="_blank">Fire Flour &amp; Fork</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/heritagerva/" target="_blank">Heritage</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/comfortjasonrva/" target="_blank">Jason Alley</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jsparatta/" target="_blank">Joe Sparatta</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/legendbrewingco/" target="_blank">Legend Brewing Company</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lemairerichmond/" target="_blank">Lemaire</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlelindsey/" target="_blank">Lindsey Scheer</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/missjonesrva/" target="_blank">Michele Jones</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mike_ledesma/" target="_blank">Mike Ledesma</a>Pasture<a href="http://safebars.org/" target="_blank">Safe Bars</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/texasroadhouse/" target="_blank">Texas Roadhouse</a>

Eat It, Virginia! is a deep dive into the food, restaurants, and dining trends of Richmond, Virginia and spots around the Commonwealth. 

Eat It, Virginia! is a deep dive into the food, restaurants, and dining trends of Richmond, Virginia and spots around the Commonwealth.

Eat It, Virginia!

Eat It, Virginia is your front-row seat to the stories and people that make both Richmond and Virginia a top food destination. Hosted by Scott Wise and Robey Martin, each episode dishes on the latest restaurant openings, the hottest Virginia dining trends, and insider tips food lovers won’t find anywhere else. You’ll meet the chefs, farmers, bartenders, winemakers, and restaurant owners shaping the local culinary scene and discover where to find hidden gems, must-try dishes, and unforgettable dining experiences.

Whether you’re a Richmond local, a Virginia-wide foodie, a tourist planning your trip, or a culinary traveler, Eat It, Virginia will guide you to the best new restaurants, upcoming food events, and behind-the-scenes stories that make dining here so very special. Follow now for engaging trusted recommendations and a taste of Virginia’s best.

 

Richmond restaurants · Virginia dining · food trends · restaurant openings · foodie travel · chef interviews · local food events · wine and cocktails · farm-to-table · restaurant reviews · dining guides · hidden gems · culinary stories · food recommendations · Virginia wine · craft cocktails · fine dining · casual eats · food culture

Eat It, Virginia is your front-row seat to the stories and people that make both Richmond and Virginia a top food destination. Hosted by Scott Wise and Robey Martin, each episode dishes on the latest restaurant openings, the hottest&nbsp;Virginia dining trends, and insider tips food lovers won&rsquo;t find anywhere else. You&rsquo;ll meet the chefs, farmers, bartenders, winemakers, and restaurant owners shaping the&nbsp;local culinary scene and discover where to find hidden gems, must-try dishes, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Whether you&rsquo;re a&nbsp;Richmond local, a&nbsp;Virginia-wide foodie, a&nbsp;tourist planning your trip, or a&nbsp;culinary traveler, Eat It, Virginia will guide you to the best new restaurants, upcoming&nbsp;food events, and behind-the-scenes stories that make dining here so very special. Follow now for engaging trusted recommendations and a taste of Virginia&rsquo;s best.
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