Category: Food and drink

7 Amazing Fall-Flavored Coffee Drinks

Man pouring milk in iced coffee
If you love coffee, then you know it’s an essential start to the day at any time of the year. But there’s something extra special about a hot coffee on a chilly fall morning. But why stick with your plain old bland coffee when you could try something new, unexpected,... [read more]

Make It At Home: Pumpkin Spice Latte

overhead shot of a latte with cream and cinnamon, with a white plate underneath
As autumn settles in, the temperatures will continue to drop, and the time is right for a seasonal favorite–the pumpkin spice latte. You don’t have to stand in line at a coffee shop the next time you want this treat, as you can make your own at home. Try out... [read more]

Warm Up This Fall With A Delicious Hot Tea

metal teapot pour black tea in black glass mug
Cooler days are settling in around Virginia, and you might find yourself looking for something hot and tasty to help you stay warm when the temperature drops. Nothing takes the bite out of that autumn chill like a cup of hot tea, so try out these fragrant and flavorful recipes. Fall... [read more]

Order Brunch From Scratch Biscuit Company

Selective focus closeup of a basket of fresh homemade buttermilk biscuits
Whether you’re hungry for a hearty, well-prepared meal first thing in the morning, in the afternoon for lunch, or right in the middle for a leisurely brunch, Scratch Biscuit Company offers just what you need for both curbside pick-up and delivery in Roanoke! The Biscuits The main event at Scratch is their... [read more]

Try These 5 Coffee Shops

Black coffee in a white mug and two donuts on a plate.
In need of a caffeine fix? We’ve rounded up the five best Roanoke coffee shops just for you. These coffee shops are all local to our area. Support a local business and stop by one of them today! Sweet Donkey Coffee Our first coffee shop was named in honor of an animal... [read more]

Plan A Date Night And Order Curbside Pick Up

A hearty bowl of shrimp over buttery, savory grits.
Housed in a vintage building that was originally constructed as Roanoke’s largest office supply company, Alexander’s puts a modern twist on old-fashioned style. With an air of romance and sophistication, a touch of modern and vintage jazz, and an old-world charm, Alexander’s is here to help you make the most... [read more]

Grab Curbside Pick-Up At These Roanoke Spots

Children at the dining table at home taking from a box of take out food.
Between work, taking care of the kids, and extracurricular activities, sometimes preparing a homemade meal is just out of the question. You want something that everyone can enjoy, and you may not have the time or the appetite to wait on a home-cooked meal to be made or to make... [read more]

Gourmet Italian For The Perfect Date Night

Italian
Are you trying to impress someone special that you’ve just started dating? Or perhaps you just want to enjoy an evening out with your long-term partner. No matter what you’re celebrating or why you want to go out, you should know that Luigi’s Italian Gourmet Restaurant may just be the... [read more]

Grab A Slice Downtown

Benny Marconi’s Roanoke
Sometimes, you get a craving for a specific type of food you just can’t ignore. A lot of people experience cravings for pizza, and who can blame them? It’s one of the best foods out there and one that almost everyone enjoys. However, you don’t want to settle for a... [read more]

Amp Up Your Morning At Scrambled

Scrambled Roanoke
If you’ve got a busy day ahead of you, then you want to make sure that your morning gets off to the best possible start, and a lot of factors go into that. First, you’ll want to make sure you get to bed early the night before so you wake... [read more]