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Your inner foodie will flip for these 9 dine-around events

Attention foodies: the Mountain State is full of flavor, and ready for you to take a bite! These festivals, cook-offs

Cocoa-palooza! Taste your way through this chocolate town

During the Lewisburg Chocolate Festival, the charming little town transforms into a scene straight out of Willy Wonka. Every corner

7 mountain arts events that transform the whole town

Immerse yourself in West Virginia’s rich creative talent with community-wide celebrations! Here are 7 mountain arts events that transform the

Bluefield Elks Golf Course

Shake up your drink game with these 4 fine mountain cocktails

Chilly temperatures are no match for some of West Virginia’s finely crafted cocktails and local spirits. Sit back, relax and

Best WV wines & spirits for every palate

Let your personal palate lead you to the best WV wines & spirits for your tastes. Most wineries make a

7 country trends for your mountain “I do’s”

Trace the roots of the rustic country wedding trend back to its inspiration: the Mountain State. Of course couples are

In-Fusion

Campestre

The RailYard

Peacock Pub

The weird Alpine tradition you can also find in Appalachia

The Appalachian hills of West Virginia might not have too much in common with the rocky, soaring peaks of the

The world’s biggest water tasting event. (Yes, really!)

It’s kind of like the Oscars, but for water. Every February for the past 25 years, the little town of Berkeley

Warm your spirit this season in these 5 WV coffee shops

Coffee is a drink that keeps us connected in the Mountain State. Here in the hills, you will find several

Say “I love you” with the sweetest of the sweets

Switch it up this year and impress your sweetie with goodies whipped up in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia. These local

9 best live, local music venues in WV

From bluegrass to rock’n’roll, gospel and country, you can get your fill of real mountain music here in the Mountain

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

This month only: sample every luxury in the country’s 1st spa town

By January, after all the holiday hustle and bustle, you may be in need of a little “me” time. Good

Mountain Flavor: Carrot Leek Soup

Warm your spirit with winter dishes from some of West Virginia’s top chefs Small but mighty, there’s something special about

Ever had “cellar cider”? It’s not what you’re used to

A new duo of craft brewers are infusing the Greenbrier Valley with a set of spirits that harken back to

Mountain Flavor: Wicked Pimento Cheese

Betsey Sorrell calls it “everybody’s restaurant.” The RailYard in Bluefield mixes up Americana cuisine with a rotating menu and palate-friendly

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

Hawk Knob Hard Cider and Mead

Screech Owl Brewing

4 big businesses with small roots in WV

Starting small doesn’t mean you can’t go big— as some of West Virginia’s staple businesses know. The Mountain State certainly

WV’s Little Italy: discover European flavor in the mountains

A little taste of Italy is hiding in the West Virginia hills. Thousands of Italian-Americans settled in North-Central West Virginia

11 things everyone who grew up in WV will remember fondly

Growing up in the Mountain State forged lifelong characteristics within me. Independence, a sense of adventure and wonderment, and a

Portabella’s Italian Restaurant

How many of these 45 authentic WV experiences have you had?

West Virginia has never been one to follow the trends— I mean, we exist because we created our own state

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

Want a really unique way to ring in the New Year?

West Virginia’s resorts and parks provide the perfect atmosphere to ring in a brand new year. Grab a group of

Mountain flavor: Chef’s roast venison with chanterelles recipe

Warm your spirit with winter dishes from WV’s top chefs Morgantown-area chef Marion Ohlinger’s 30-year career as a chef has taken

Off the beaten path in WV’s liveliest cities

West Virginia’s metro areas are full of opportunities to absorb what makes the Mountain State unique. Here are a few

Let someone else cook this holiday

If the thought of cooking and carving a 10+ pound bird is terrifying to you— not to mention all of that

4 places to pamper yourself on a WV getaway

Want to spend your vacation laying back in a sauna, soaking in a hot tub or getting a massage?  Well,

Old spot, new feel: enjoy the fresh revivals of these 7 historic WV buildings

Old buildings in the Mountain State tell interesting stories. Not only do they reflect different types of architecture, they also

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

Our Local Palate | Morgantown’s best bites & beverages

By Lauren Nagy The Local Palate made a stop here in Morgantown, and started like true West Virginians: with a

Our Local Palate, Charleston | The best of WV’s capital city cuisine

By Kelsey Thomas The capital city’s food scene has really taken off in the past few years. Charleston is packed

7 places that take “Dinner and a Show” to a whole ‘nother level

Here in the Mountain State, you can unwind over a delicious meal and enjoy top-of-the-line entertainment, from murder mysteries to

Our Local Palate, Fayetteville, WV | A secret small-town foodie spot

by Angela Sundstrom Fayetteville is known for adventure. But even the most thrilling day is not complete without it culminating

7 best places to catch the big game in WV

West Virginians love their sports, and a lot of us love kicking back local brews and eating good food while

Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins

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

DJ’s 50’s & 60’s Diner

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

Prime on 4th

Draper’s Cafe

6 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

Modern Homestead Guest House

6 best craft beer & spirits events across WV

As West Virginia’s craft beer and spirits scene has grown, so have events to celebrate these handcrafted flavors. Some of

Chestnut Brew Works

The Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company

Stumptown Ales

Wheeling Brewing Company

Bridge Brew Works

Dining with a View: 3 restaurants with scenic mountain seating

West Virginia’s soaring mountains and sprawling valleys provide breathtaking backdrops for a delicious dining experience. Take in the scenery from

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

Sleep Inn & Suites – Parkersburg

Bike + Brew: 5 best mountain destinations

Nothing is better than a finely crafted microbrew after the rush of hugging mountains on 2 wheels all day long.

Italian Grille & Deli

Iron Horse Tavern

Sargasso Morgantown, LLC

The Market Vines Wine Bar and Grille

Long Point Grille & Bar

Mia Margherita Coal Fired Pizzeria

Crystal Cafe

Tin 202

Three Gables Club

11 most unique foodie finds in WV

Foodies, there’s something going on in West Virginia you need to know about. Our eclectic, eccentric chefs are whipping up

Best desserts in all of West Virginia

Dessert can be the high note to end your meal, or a sweet meal on its own. West Virginia has

Larobi’s at Southridge Golf Range

La Famiglia

Generations Restaurant & Pub

Fireside Grille

Lola’s Pizza

El Bandito Mexican Restaurant

Maloney’s Sports Pub & Grill

Noah’s Eclectic Bistro

Paterno’s at the Park

Shuckers

Siriannis Cafe

Chetty’s Pub

The Final Cut

Black Sheep Burritos & Brews

Black Bear Evansdale

Rumsey Tavern

Country music stars, golf greats and more: 7 things to do at the Greenbrier Classic

The Greenbrier Classic is a world-class tournament for golf’s greats, but it’s also an event with plenty for everyone in

7 Small but Vibrant WV Towns You’ll Need Several Days to Fully Explore

Our state is full of small towns. But our small towns, like our people, have more to them than meets

Real moonshine? Beekeeping meaderies? 9 most interesting WV spirits & brews.

West Virginia has a long history of making moonshine in the hills. Several distilleries, wineries, meaderies and breweries are still crafting

These 7 near-forgotten modes of transportation will whisk you away on a wondrous journey

While many old rail lines in West Virginia have been re-purposed into rail trails, a few of the vintage cars

5 ways WV will throw you for a loop

West Virginia has great moonshine, bluegrass, and yes, plenty of great “country roads.” But there’s so much more to this

6 full-on foodie towns in West Virginia

On your next trip to West Virginia, bring your appetite along with your sense of adventure! Great food can make

Ye Olde Alpha

Ye Olde Alpha Restaurant, established in 1932, is a family owned and operated Restaurant and Lounge serving only fine, quality

The Wild Bean

Serving fresh roasted organic coffees, espresso, milk shakes, smoothies, baked goods and vegetarian cuisine. Free wireless internet and computer terminals

Tygart Lake Golf Course

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TJ’s Sports Garden Restaurant

TJ’s Sports Garden Restaurant is a place for family fun and food. Located 400 yards east of the I-70 Oglebay

Thyme Bistro

Extraordinary food at this hidden jewel in Weston. Crab-stuffed shrimp, pasta, baconwrapped meat loaf, potato-encrusted salmon and a spinach, tomato

The Woods Clubhouse Grille & Pub

The Clubhouse Grille |amp; Pub is located at The Woods Golf Course. Meet up with friends for a relaxing lunch

The Isaac Jackson Hotel

The Isaac Jackson is a boutique hotel offering casual elegance and sophistication in small town West Virginia.  In addition to