Birria and Beyond

Signature birria tacos are served with a flavorful broth for dipping.

Birrieria La Vaca’s brick-and-mortar dishes out fan-favorite tacos and homemade desserts.

The Art of the Cigar

Bison Head Cigar & Lounge is open to the public, hosts education events, and will partner with local businesses to enhance customers’ experiences.

From rare cigars to curated pairings, Bison Head Cigar & Lounge connects aficionados and newcomers alike in a welcoming lounge.

Turning Up the Heat

Lisa Archer and Jesse Feldberg, owners of Hot Stuff, celebrate their new spot on Salem Avenue.

Fermented Fire’s new shop, Hot Stuff, brings small-batch sauces, local makers, and deep community roots to Roanoke’s West End.

Stone Age Family

Kelly Francisco, his dad, and brothers at a work site.

The Franciscos of Roanoke County have built generations of masterful stone works that have become their family’s signature.

Colonial Outside, Parisian Inside

The open wood shelves are from a slab of wood that Pam had cut up from Black Dog Salvage. Pam notes that this open shelving, and the glass cabinets, require that you get comfortable with the fact that people can see your dishes.

A Southwest Roanoke home blends Parisian polish with modern geometry, bold stone, and personal history to create a home designed purely for joy.