Whistle Punk Grill & Taphouse has put Richwood on the map as a dining destination. When you bite into a burger, do you think about where it came from? How many locals are you helping by eating it? Do you think about the origins of the restaurant? You should. The story of the food we eat matters. Our locally owned…
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A unique Thomas boutique offers a place for regional artisans to sell their wares. Shelagh Sitterson spends most weekends driving to the tiny town of Thomas from her home in the Washington, D.C., area. She and her husband, Franz Harb, own THOMASYARD, a charming flower and gift shop nestled in Thomas’s main shopping district. They enjoy their frequent visits. The…
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Still Hollow Distillery offers whiskey made with local ingredients and traditions. The journey to Still Hollow Spirits is almost as much of an experience as the whiskey itself. The long, windy gravel road that leads to the Harmon distillery feels like someone’s driveway—several patrons have confessed to the staff that they were worried they were lost. But they always eventually…
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For 150 years, this tiny town has brought the Swiss Alps to Appalachia. High up in the snow-capped mountains lies a little village. Colorful buildings look as if they were plucked straight from a European fairytale. Painted coats of arms representing Swiss cantons, or states, peak beneath glittering icicles. Families fill up on good conversation along with their bratwurst and…
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Check out these indoor beer fests this winter. Nothing warms the spirit and brightens up the long, cold days of winter like a gathering of friends over a few handcrafted brews and some good food. These winter festivals are a great way for the Mountain State’s burgeoning number of breweries—now at 28—to connect with consumers and share the collective good…
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