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Chris Reitzel and his son, Christopher, a junior at Jamestown High School, recently launched The Wandering Sausage, which began operations at local breweries and other establishments on Jan. 3.
Reitzel, who previously ran another food truck with his grandfather, most recently served as an independent vendor delivering bread.
“When the company restructured, I knew it was my time to venture out on my own,” Reitzel said. “My son is almost done with high school and looking for something long term. He likes the idea of cooking on his own, as he is in the restaurant business now. So, he suggested a food truck. I have previous restaurant and management experience, so together a father and son team was born.”
The Wandering Sausage specializes in Philly cheesesteaks and chicken cheesesteaks along with mild and hot Italian sausages.
“You can pick your flavor from traditional Philly seasoning to Cajun, Jamaican jerk or blackened,” Reitzel said.
Hot dogs and a grilled chicken sandwich are also on the menu, along with kids’ meal options.
Reitzel’s son learned the ropes of the restaurant business while employed at Sportsman’s Grille and is excited to continue honing his skills alongside his father.
“This was all his idea,” Reitzel said. “We are looking forward to serving and interacting with the citizens in the community, as well as getting to share our passion of community service together as a father/son team.”
The Wandering Sausage also offers catering services. For more details, visit the food truck’s Facebook page, at shorturl.at/oACZ3, or email thewanderingsausage@outlook.com.
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New women’s clothing boutique opening in Merchants Square
Monkee’s, a women’s high-end fashion boutique, will open at 103B N. Boundary St. next to William and Harry in March. It will be the newest location in Virginia for Monkee’s, which also has storefronts in Virginia Beach, Richmond and Fredericksburg.
Monkee’s is a chain retailer that began in 1995 in Wilmington, North Carolina. The store carries women’s clothing, shoes and accessories. There are currently more than 50 locations across the United States.
“I’ve been a fan of Monkee’s for many years,” said local franchise owner Christina Wallace, who also works in real estate and first opened an online boutique out of her home in 2021. “I can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on. I’m excited to introduce all of the amazing boutique brands we offer. I am also excited to show off the new store; it is a beautiful space.”
For more information on Monkee’s, visit shopmonkees.com.
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President of GuernseyTingle retires
Thomas G. Tingle, president of the architectural firm GuernseyTingle, recently announced his retirement from the company. He plans to remain with the firm part-time to assist with design projects and business development initiatives.
“Tom Tingle’s invaluable contributions have been integral to the success and ethos of GuernseyTingle,” Kristin Baum, chair of GuernseyTingle’s board of directors, said in a news release. “His leadership, creativity and dedication have been an inspiration to us all. While the board of directors will miss his daily presence, we are thrilled that Tom will continue to lend us his expertise and insight.”
GuernseyTingle, located in New Town, celebrated its 40th anniversary this past November. Tingle has been a part of the firm since nearly the beginning.
“I am immensely proud of what GuernseyTingle has achieved and grateful for the incredible journey I’ve had with this remarkable team,” Tingle said. “I am excited about the opportunity to remain involved and contribute in a part-time capacity. I have full confidence in the team’s abilities to continue delivering outstanding architectural solutions.”
GuernseyTingle employs 30 people across the region with plans to grow. The company is currently hiring for several architect and architectural designer positions. For more information on GuernseyTingle, visit guernseytingle.com.
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Historic Virginia Land Conservancy has new executive director
The Historic Virginia Land Conservancy recently welcomed Elizabeth Friel as its new executive director. Elizabeth previously served as executive director of two other conservation organizations, most recently in Hampton Roads and prior to that on the Northern Neck.
Early in her conservation career, Elizabeth was a HVLC employee, board member and volunteer of the year award winner. Prior to her land conservation work, she worked in urban planning both in Maryland and Virginia, including early in her career in James City County.
“It is exciting to be able to work in conservation here in historic Virginia, my home of many years,” Friel said. “I hope to bring new ideas and energy to conservation in this unique community.”
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Dots & Dashes
• The TGI Friday’s restaurant located at 5509 Richmond Road has abruptly closed. The closure comes as the national American fare chain restaurant recently announced its plans to shutter 36 underperforming establishments in nearly a dozen states. Four locations in Virginia are set to close permanently.
• Precarious Beer Project announced on Jan. 4 its plans to close the Electric Circus Taco Bar located within Precarious Beer Hall. The brewery instead will begin offering a rotating pop-up food option with new dishes each quarter. Ol’ Dominion Burger, which will remain at the hall, is now open every day.
• A new hospice care establishment is now open. Cushman & Wakefield/Thalhimer recently announced that Cardinal Hospice LLC leased 1,960 square feet of office space at 428 McLaws Circle.
Brandy Centolanza, bcentolanza@cox.net
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