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The Alley Light: A Secret Dinner | Charlottesville News
Hidden behind a lantern-lit wooden door, The Alley Light is a cozy, time-warping secret spot where jazz hums, art whispers, and every sip and bite feels like a memory in a bottle. The Unwed Sailor cocktail—bourbon, pecan orgeat, sherry, and spice—balanced so perfectly the writer recreated it at home. Small plates like spiced broccolini and seared scallops with blood orange stole the show, while beef tenderloin and duck fat potatoes offered rich textures, if a bit underseasoned. At $39 for five scallops, it’s pricey, but worth it for the lingering vibe. It was the last dinner with friend…
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