Chez Foushee was doing amazing box meals (picked up cold but cooked, with easy reheat instructions) that made for a great special occasion meal at home for much of the pandemic. Not sure if they’re still doing that but it’s well worth asking. Edo’s Squid is also a great option for special-meal takeout.
It’s definitely a challenge, but it’s doable. My wife finished her bachelor’s in UVA’s BIS program, and was commuting 2-3x per week for a couple of years. Would depend on personal desire and location and work situation, and a large library of podcasts is highly recommended for all the drive time, but if they have the right program for OP’s field, the commute isn’t insurmountable.
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Hollywood Cemetery may also be good, depending on their sensibilities, easy combo with the Potterfield bridge.