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New Owner, Same Great Place

Local Roots celebrates multiple Dining Awards wins, as well as a new owner to herald them into a new year of local ingredients and favorite menu items.

The Best ‘Za in Town

Hard work, generous customers and “the best cheese available” are just a few reasons why Grace’s Pizza is your favorite in the region.

The Sweet Spot

The Candy Store not only provides sugary sweets, but a sense of community in a whimsical setting.

From Wheels to Roots

A popular food truck has added to their business with a brick and mortar location, sharing fresh ingredients and signature sauces diners have come to know and love.

Creating Memorable Moments

The owner of Gina’s Food with Flavor shares her love language with the community through home cooked food — and live music on the front porch.

Southern Spoonful: Memories & Traditions

These recipes are perfect for family gatherings and holiday visitors — but be warned, they may never leave after tasting this menu!

Stepping Up for a Good Cause

The staff at Physicians to Children walked over twelve million steps in five weeks for local charities.

Welcome, Ambassadors!

A new Downtown Roanoke, Inc. program launches efforts to keep downtown cleaner, friendlier and easier to navigate.

Pay It Forward at Ursula’s

Roanoke’s first donate-what-you-can café opened its doors on Jefferson St. this summer.

Waste Into Black Gold

The Harvest Collective shares their plan for a composting facility in Roanoke.

Current Issue

Be sure to see the beautiful new mural on the back wall of Local Roots, by local artist Jon Murrill!

New Owner, Same Great Place

Local Roots celebrates multiple Dining Awards wins, as well as a new owner to herald them into a new year of local ingredients and favorite menu items.
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The Best ‘Za in Town

Hard work, generous customers and “the best cheese available” are just a few reasons why Grace’s Pizza is your favorite in the region.
Perusing the candy aisles take plenty of time in The Candy Store!

The Sweet Spot

The Candy Store not only provides sugary sweets, but a sense of community in a whimsical setting.
The Lazy Bulldog Food Truck & Bistro celebrates its brick and mortar location.

From Wheels to Roots

A popular food truck has added to their business with a brick and mortar location, sharing fresh ingredients and signature sauces diners have come to know and love.
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Creating Memorable Moments

The owner of Gina’s Food with Flavor shares her love language with the community through home cooked food — and live music on the front porch.
Easy Chocolate Peppermint Brownies

Southern Spoonful: Memories & Traditions

These recipes are perfect for family gatherings and holiday visitors — but be warned, they may never leave after tasting this menu!
Physicians to Children walking teams celebrate incredible community outreach.

Stepping Up for a Good Cause

The staff at Physicians to Children walked over twelve million steps in five weeks for local charities.
The cleanup crew collects litter and weeds, and power washes spaces.

Welcome, Ambassadors!

A new Downtown Roanoke, Inc. program launches efforts to keep downtown cleaner, friendlier and easier to navigate.
Customers getting ready to enjoy a hearty meal.

Pay It Forward at Ursula’s

Roanoke’s first donate-what-you-can café opened its doors on Jefferson St. this summer.
The Harvest Collective breaks ground on their composting center.

Waste Into Black Gold

The Harvest Collective shares their plan for a composting facility in Roanoke.
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