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Appalachia’s own “Iron Chef”

The Cast Iron Cook-Off is the Appalachian region’s premier gourmet culinary competition, and this year it’s getting a fresh new

Healthberry Farm and Honey River Meadery

4 most indulgent ways to upgrade your Mountain State ski trip

Resort skiing is the best of 2 extremes– the gritty fun of barrelling down slopes combined with the sheer luxury

Inside the WV communities that get “live local” right

Living local is nothing new to West Virginia. Since colonial and frontier times, West Virginia has been marked by self-sufficiency

Mountain flavor: Ginger Bourbon Martini mixology recipe

Warm your spirit with winter dishes from some of West Virginia’s top chefs The family-operated Forks Restaurant & Inn in

Quirkiest places for truly unique WV gifts

Looking for some really, really unique gifts this holiday? Check out the wealth of quirky, curious and funky gift shops

24 resolutions to add to your bucket list this year

There are so many things to see and do in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia that it can be a bit

Pure mountain ingredients that add WV flavor to your meal

If you’re thankful to live in West Virginia, there’s no feast more fitting than one created with the state’s pure

6 fun trips for toddlers in WV

If your kiddos are knee-high to a grasshopper, taking them on trips can be challenging— unless you bring them to

Eat Wild! 6 WV places to try unique game dishes

Our state has no shortage of local, wild food– foragers know all about our ramps, berries, and mushrooms. But what

Country Store and More

Cheers to a new chapter in WV craft drinks

The art of crafting Mountain State wine, spirits and beer has changed a lot in recent years. Only a decade

Spooky (but not too spooky!) Halloween fun for the kiddos

Halloween is a popular holiday for adults and kids alike, but some events can get a little spooky for the

Gritt’s Farm

Best of October in WV

In fall, West Virginia’s forests and trees alight into a fiery red, yellow and orange palette. What better time to

Discover WV’s best sips along 8 new Wine & Spirits Trails

  Discover West Virginia’s best vineyards and distilleries along the state’s 8 new wine and spirits trails. Follow the trails

9 quiet mountain pastimes that will remind you of your WV home

As summer winds down, it’s time to relax and recharge before the holiday frenzy hits. Enjoy simple pleasures by revisiting

Harvest in the hills: Celebrating WV’s fall foods

The rains and heat of summer have done their work, and the fruits and vegetables are at their peak of

7 most endearing, old-fashioned dates in WV

While the technology of our day and age is sometimes helpful, who doesn’t love the dating tactics from an old-school

12 Appalachian foods so amazing they have their own festival— and what to taste there

Savor the flavors of Appalachia, from farm-fresh ingredients prepared with an international twist to down-home cooking like grandma used to

Wild foods of WV: the tastiest foraging along the trail

West Virginia is one of the best places in the nation to find wild and delectable foods. Our warm growing

3 friendly WV B&B owners (and their breakfast specialties!)

West Virginia has no shortage of beautiful historic buildings, local farms, and Appalachian charm. The best way to enjoy all

Wilderness Ridge Farm

Wilderness Ridge Farm – Cabin Rental – Lodging DRIVING DIRECTIONS:  US Rt.  35 N. from Charleston,  left onto  Cornstalk Road,

White Oak Farm

Our main crop is pick-your-own blueberries. Our blueberries are in mulched beds with mowed aisles in between. Our fields are

White Barn Farmers Market

White Barn Farmers Market is open from July to December. Starting in July we sell fresh fruits and vegetables through

West Virginia Herb Association

WVHA announces its’ annual conference. Call for more info.

West Farm’s Flowers

Boasting 120 varieties of flowers, West Farm of Lewisburg welcomes visitors to view their attractive farm while enjoying a variety

State Fair Event Center

Full hook-ups available. Dumping station available during fair week in August. One mile from downtown Lewisburg. Open May to October.

Shalimar Farm Vacation Retreat

Shalimar is 900 acres of private land with rugged terrain and diverse trails for beginning or advanced riders bringing their

Putnam Farmers’ Market

Open mid-May through the end of October. The Putnam Farmers’ Market was established in 2009 to encourage local farmers to

Plateau Tree Farm & Nursery

Directions: I-77 Exit 14 Toward Athens (4 Miles North Of Princeton) Go 1 Mile; Farm On Left On Mercer Springs

Orr’s Farm Market

Orr’s Farm Market offers pumpkin patch-already gathered from the field, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic

Monroe Farm Market

Monroe Farm Market, open every Thursday (May-October) from 12:30 – 4:30pm. Enjoy local, fresh farm products including meat, eggs, fruit,

Lost River General Store and Cafe

Find fantastic food at Lost River and ice cream that’s out of this world. For breakfast, enjoy muffins, sticky buns,

Lewis Brothers Orchard

Season of operation: July 15 – Jan 31. products: peaches, apples.

Kitchen’s Orchard

OPEN : APPLES AND PEACHES AVAILABLE WHEN IN SEASON

French Creek Christmas Trees

Forks of Cheat Winery & Distillery

Forks of the Cheat Winery and Distillery wines are crafted from French hybrid and American varietal grapes.|nbsp; Tastings and tour

Fayette County Farmer’s Market

The Fayette County Farmer’s Market is held every Saturday May through October in the parking lot of the Fayetteville Convention

Fairmont Farmers Market

Fresh produce, baked goods, fresh picked berries, and honey. Find us on Facebook for more information. Hours: Every Tuesday (weather

Elkins Farmers Market

Founded in 1975 with a diverse collection of vendors whose mission is to provide local farm and kitchen products. Elkins Town

Cranesville Swamp Nature Preserve

At Cranesville Swamp the elements of wind, water, mountains, and temperature have created a landscape that is both beautiful and

Core Arboretum

Hiking Trails With Varied Species Of Trees, Shrubs And Wild Flowers. Some old-growth forest. Good birding. Superb wild flowers in

Cooper Farms, LLC

Corn maze, hayrides and cow train. Hours are Friday 5 pm to 10 pm, Saturday noon to 10pm and Sunday

Chestnut Ridge Winery

Chestnut Ridge Winery is located inside the Chestnut Ridge Artist Colony overlooking the City of Spencer. You can enjoy a

Central City Market

    

Camp Hidden Meadows

Byrnside Branch Farm

Tour through the pumpkin patch and around our beautiful farm. The tractor driver also gives educational information on farming procedures

Butler’s Farm Market

Farm market at the junction of Dry Run Road and Thatcher Road

Buckhannon – Upshur Farmer’s Market

Buckhannon Upshur Farmer’s Market Association Held yearly from May – season end Hours:   Monday evening 5pm – 8pm Tuesday

Bluestone Nursery

Directions: Leave I-77 At Exit 20; Turn South (right) On U.s. 19 And Go 2 Miles; Turn Right On Stovall

Apple Grove Fish Hatchery

Tours: Weekdays From 7:30am Until 4:00pm Warm water Hatchery with visible fish at times. Fished reared include: large mouth bass,

Tawney Farm, LLC

Looking for a peaceful and private, safe and secure place to camp on the Gauley? Look no further! The Tawney

North Bend State Park

Named for the horseshoe curve of the North Fork of the Hughes River, North Bend State Park in West Virginia,

5 best-kept food secrets in West Virginia

The only problem with great food secrets is that if the food is amazing, it won’t be a secret for

Mountain State Forest Festival Association

WineTree Vineyards

Heritage Farm Museum & Village

Barboursville Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)

Berkeley Springs Brewing Company

J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works

Riffle Farms – American Bison

Swilled Dog

Stone House Lavender

Laurel River Club Bed & Breakfast

Country Road House and Berries

Amani Brewing

Apple Annie’s Bakery

Terra Fate – Native Plant Nursery & Tropical Greenhouse

Valley View Greenhouse