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From Print to Podcast: Shaken & Skilled with Bartender Brittany Browning

Shaken & Skilled with Bartender Brittany Browning

From her unique approach to bartending to the way she inspires everyone around her, Brittany Browning is a force behind the bar.
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Serving Up a Decade of Flavor

For nearly a decade, Mountain Grille has brought friends, flavors and fun to local events across Roanoke County, earning Platinum in this year’s Dining Awards.
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A Recipe for Community & Success

Foot of the Mountain cafe, led by Nina and Brian Whitehead, takes top honors in Botetourt with good food, good views and good people.
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A Porch for Every Palate

Rocky Mount’s newest spot is run by local favorites known for their innovation and community spirit.
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Your 2026 Dining Awards

Your 2026 Dining Awards winners can’t wait to serve up your next amazing meal.
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Raising the Bar

Platinum-winning bartender Brittany Browning shows skill, creativity and heart while working one-handed.
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Your 2025 Dining Awards Winners

See your winners for the best meals, chefs, staff, hidden gems and more in our record-breaking poll.
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2024 Dining Awards

You shared your top picks for Best New Restaurant, Staff, menu items and more — now see your winners!
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2023 Dining Awards

See our 2023 Dining Awards Reader poll results as voted on by our readers.

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