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VBR Life 2023: Dining and Retail

Learn more about the great food and shopping experiences you'll have throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.

The Ultimate Ice Cream Experience

Blue Cow Ice Cream celebrates another platinum win, in addition to statewide expansion and community outpouring of support.

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.

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.

2023 Dining Awards

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

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!

Your 2022 Foodie Gift Guide

There’s no way you won’t find a perfect gift for the food fanatic in your life with these great ideas!

How Sweet It Is

Local bakers share their big dreams (and even better desserts), just in time for your holiday orders.

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The Lazy Bulldog Food Truck & Bistro, Roanoke City

VBR Life 2023: Dining and Retail

Learn more about the great food and shopping experiences you'll have throughout Virginia's Blue Ridge, including Botetourt, Franklin and Roanoke counties, Roanoke City and Salem.
The owners of Blue Cow Ice Cream celebrate another store opening in Virginia.

The Ultimate Ice Cream Experience

Blue Cow Ice Cream celebrates another platinum win, in addition to statewide expansion and community outpouring of support.
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.
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.
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2023 Dining Awards

See our 2023 Dining Awards Reader poll results as voted on by our readers.
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!
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Your 2022 Foodie Gift Guide

There’s no way you won’t find a perfect gift for the food fanatic in your life with these great ideas!
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How Sweet It Is

Local bakers share their big dreams (and even better desserts), just in time for your holiday orders.
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