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Taste of Town: The Nook

Taste of Town: The Nook

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Samantha spoke with Jeff Hale of The Nook, a Charlottesville restaurant that is celebrating 75 years on the Downtown Mall. Learn more about the history of The Nook, what stood before The Nook, and upcoming events to celebrate their anniversary.

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