Pippin Hill Farm + Vineyards Fall Menu

Chef Amalia Scatena at Pippin Hill Farm + Vineyards is so talented! I love being asked to photograph (and then eat!) her beaufiful food. Here are a few favorites from our photo session in August.

The Oakhurst Inn - Food

The Oakhurst Inn, opening late this fall, will have a cafe headed by chef Jeanette Peabody (formerly of Hamiltons'). I spent an afternoon with Jeanette photographing a few of the dishes she has planned for the menu...and tasting them, too! With food like this, guests aren't going to ever leave!

beyond the flavor | potter's craft cider + the most delicious cider-braised chicken!

We had such fun getting to know the guys behind Potter's Craft Cider, Dan and Tim. They were the sweetest hosts, and made us the best cider-braised chicken, duck fat potatoes, and greens.  It was the perfect meal for a beautiful fall afternoon.  Read their full story on Beyond the Flavor!

beyond the flavor | the maupin family with grilled steak and avocado jalepeño salad

I feel so, so lucky to have spent the afternoon with Dean Maupin and his adorable family, as well as two of my favorite ladies, Sarah + Megan. Read the whole story on Beyond the Flavor!

beyond the flavor | maria, mark, + ian

I've been delinquient in showing our last couple of Beyond the Flavor posts over here on AHPhoto! Meet Maria, of Charlottesville Cupcake, and feast your eyes on her delicious bruschetta! And then meet Mark + Ian of L'etoile, and check out the beautiful dishes they prepared for us. We've been busy!

published | c-ville abode - may

Check out this month's C-Ville Abode!!! There is lots of AHP between the covers...

The new Tablescape column! Such fun to style and photograph.

Mike and Karen Ball in the 'A Room of One's Own' column.

Feature story about three yurts in and around Charlottesville.

Many thanks to C-Ville for the opportunity to photograph such fun people, spaces, and food!

published | edible blue ridge - art of charcuterie

This season's issue of Edible Blue Ridge has a feature article about charcuterie...one of my favorite subjects!  Many thanks to Collin Donnelly and The Red Hen in Lexington for this fun and informative photo shoot. And for the dinner it inspired a month later at The Red Hen, during which we (Brian, Sarah, Matt, and I) consumed one of those pig heads shown below.  Yes...we did.  And it was amazing!!!

published | the clutch guide

I am so honored to have been asked to write, style, and photograph a story in the new wedding publication, The Clutch Guide. This bridal luncheon was inspired by the Friday lunch at Galatoire's we experienced during our last trip to New Orleans. For the recipes of some of our favorite NOLA dishes, check out pages 47-53 online. 

Many thanks to Jennifer Prince of Hill City Bride for asking me to be part of such a beautiful publication!

easter at the ivy inn

The Ivy Inn hosted a goat roast for Easter Sunday. What an honor to be invited, and what an amazing feast! This was my first goat experience, and it was a really fantastic one. I am so grateful to live in such an amazing town.

beyond the flavor | justin hershey

We have a new post up on Beyond the Flavor this morning...Justin Hershey from Zinc with Foie Gras and Pork Belly. Yes, I tasted it and yes, it was delicious. Enjoy!

Also, for more of Justin's work, check out this post from last May at Zinc. His food is so beautiful.

the ivy inn + the rock barn | ossabaw pork debut

The Ivy Inn hosted a Whole Hog Dinner in March, featuring Ossabaw Pork from the The Rock Barn. Chefs Angelo Vangelopoulos and Ben Thompson teamed up to create an incredible menu that I was honored to capture behind the scenes. If you ever have the opportunity to attend a special event at The Ivy Inn I highly, highly recommend it. Enjoy! 

beyond the flavor | gerry newman, macaroni + cheese

There's a new post on Beyond the Flavor this morning! Gerry Newman, of Albemarle Baking Company, makes an amazing macaroni + cheese that we are so excited to share with you. Enjoy!

Also, if you've emailed me in the last 48 hours, there is a very good chance that I did not receive your message.  If you could please send it again, to andrea[at]andreahubbell[dot]com, I would very much appreciate it. Thank you!

introducing...beyond the flavor!

After several lunches, many glasses of wine, long hikes with our dogs and an inspiring trip to New Orleans with our husbands, Sarah and I took a leap and combined our two visions to create this delicious collaboration. We love working together, and are thrilled to finally share our new project with you. 

Introducing...Beyond the Flavor!

We believe that recipes are deeper than the ingredients used to prepare them, and are reaching beyond the flavor to capture the stories behind meals shared at the tables of local chefs, farmers, bakers, and food enthusiasts. We hope you'll visit, sit back and enjoy the stories behind the meals that fill our town.  This is just the beginning.

Tara Koenig - Dutch Baby

Tomas Rahal - Duck Confit Tortilla

galatoire's friday lunch

One week ago we were at Galatoire's for one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. And it wasn't just about the food. The celebratory ambience, hospitable staff, wonderful company, and an invitation to photograph the kitchen of one of New Orleans' oldest and most famous restaurants made our afternoon unforgettable. 

Friday lunch at Galatoire's is a New Oreans tradition. Locals gather to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, reunions...any excuse for a party. We arrived late and were seated at 2pm after cocktails in the upstairs bar. The first thing you notice when you walk into the dining room is the revelry...people up and about and shouting across the room. We sang Happy Birthday at least 6 times to guests dressed in their absolute best. Feathered hats, sequined gowns, dripping jewels...you can't overdress at Galatoire's. Our table was in the back corner, the perfect place to view the festivities surrounding us. Our waiter, Imre, has worked at Galatoire's for 40 years, and when he found out this was our first visit he quickly snatched our menus away. From the kitchen poured the restaurant's favorite dishes...soufflé potatoes, shrimp rémoulade, oysters rockefeller, crab salad, poisson crabmeat yvonne, poisson mèuniere amandine. And then, Imre and Executive Chef Michael Sichel invited us into the kitchen. Sarah and I may have squealed...and jumped up and down a few times, too. 

Welcome to Galatoire's...

pippin hill | spring menu

Pippin Hill Farm + Vineyards is one of the lovliest wedding venues in our area. I can't get over the beautiful views and incredible space every time I visit. Also lovely is their selection of new dishes and cocktails for their spring menu. The signature drinks and late-night snacks would make such a great addition to a wedding! 

"Kiss Royale" - Sparkling Blanc de Blanc, Pomegranate Liquor, Pomegranate Seeds

"Perfect Pear" - Pear Liquor, St. Germain, Pear Nectar, Dehydrated Pear

"Pucker Up Punch" - Ruby Red Vodka, X-Rated Fusion, Lemonade, Raspberries

White Truffle Popcorn

"Maker Happy" - Lavender Syrup, Maker's Mark, House Sour, Candied Ginger

Tuna Nicoise - Seared Ahi Tuna, Quail Eggs, Baby Green Beans and Sun Gold Tomatoes, French Olive Vinaigrette

Crispy "Ole Salt" Oysters - Red Pepper Aioli

Watermelon Napoleon - Stack of Watermelons and Grilled Ricotta Salata, Mint Pistou, 50 Year Old Balsamic

Strawberry Milkshake

published | edible blue ridge

Check out the latest Edible Blue Ridge for a story about Harrison + Jennifer Keevil of Brookville Restaurant in Charlottesville, one of our local favorites! I wanted to share a few other images from our shoot, but be sure to pick up the magazine or view it online.  There is a recipe for those bacon waffles and also the apple ginger soup, both of which I can't wait to try. Yum!!!

Also, visit the restaurant soon for their famous burger. I assure you, it is worth every penny, but be sure to share with a friend because it is HUGE!

out of the office + in new orleans

We are on our way to New Orleans! In a few short hours we'll be eating one of these...

And maybe drinking one of these while listening to this...

And, if we are very, very lucky, will feast on a few of these at some point this weekend. 

Also, I'll be attending Imaging USA. So, if you're there and want to meet for a meal, please get in touch through twitter.

Happy weekend, friends!

[these images are from our trip to New Orleans in 2009]

commonwealth restaurant + skybar

Many thanks to Underground Shorts for bringing me in on this project to create imagery for the Commonwealth Restaurant & Skybar website. I can't believe it was nearly a year ago that I first photographed food for Alex when the restaurant was under construction. The space has a great vibe!

looking back on 2011

The last was my first full year devoting 100% of my working time to Andrea Hubbell Photography. Looking back on the last 12 months I can't help but feel proud, humbled, and most of all, so very appreciative. For having the opportunity to chase this big, BIG dream. For all of the people who have made this my reality. For all of you..the family, friends, clients, and colleagues who have put your trust in me. And for Brian, without whom none of this would be possible. 

2010 was for making changes and a big, big leap. 2011 for chasing dreams and surviving. 2012 will be for seizing the reins, being proactive, taking chances...challenging myself to be and do better, every single day.

I wish you all a happy, healthy, inspiring 2012!

[here are some of my favorites from 2011...thank you, each one of you, for an amazing year!]

 

pippin hill preview

Here's a little sneak peek of my afternoon at Pippin Hill Farm + Vineyards. Tell me you don't want this in your belly right this minute!