Jes Gearing

Collage of five newcomers with name stickers: Steve, Becky & Matt, Emily, Jess, and Gina & Jeff.

Newcomer Delights

It's no secret Roanoke has plenty to offer, so it's no surprise how visitors can fall quickly in love with the region. Meet a few newcomers as they share their experiences and affection for their new home.
A cyclist in a yellow and green jersey and white helmet stands among a flock of white sheep on green grass.

The Two-Wheeled Shepherd

Craig Rogers used a bicycle to change his life.
Collage: a man kneels with a brown dog by a rock overhang, a swimmer's arm, and a whitewater kayaker.

Pics and Strava

Is it true that if it's not photoed and Stravaed, it never happened?
Two hikers on a rocky ridge, one pulling the other up by the hand, with blue sky and valley views behind them.

Get Away (Not too Far) From it All

These four towns provide the perfect base for outdoor fun.
Four summer scenes: friends toasting at night, a mountain biker, paddleboarders on a lake, and a hammock view.

Summer Gear

Outdoor outfitters get to try all the good stuff. Here are a few recommendations.
Four buffet pans holding fried plantain slices, lemon-garnished fish, bacon and sausage, and jerk chicken.

Finding Island Flair at 876

The Indian at Indika and the Jamaican at 876 are well worth the visit!
Four photos of Indian dishes on paper plates: rice biryani, pani puri with two sauces, spiced fried chicken, and chaat topped with sev.

Finding Fast Flavor at Indika

The Indian at Indika and the Jamaican at 876 are well worth the visit. Plus a look at La Elenita in its new space.
Four restaurant scenes: baked oyster on a spoon, booth-lined dining room, wine-lined dining room, tacos and chips.

Thirty Years of Great Restaurants

Miss a dining room from 1986? There are great new restaurants out there.
Three food photos: a charcuterie board with salami and a cocktail, mussels with bread, and a Greek salad with feta.

Earning the Gourmet Meal

What better way to enjoy fine dining than to walk or bike your way to it?
Three photos: a man doing paddleboard yoga indoors, a runner at a finish line, and mountain bikers on a trail.

Outdoors! What’s New?

The new outfitter at the River House is just the tip.
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