Mister Crabs is a food truck, of sorts. Maybe more like a vendor, because there was no truck per se. And, I say Bridgeport, but these folks get around. I was able to check them out when they were in Huntington. Either way, these folks are dishing out fresh seafood boils like nowhere...

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Rakku is a pan-Asian restaurant that offere everything from sushi and hibachi to Orange Chicken and ramen - the latter of which is relatively uncommon to find in West Virginia. I wasn't in the mood for ramen on this particular day so I went for a few other things. Starting with, of course,...

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Fruits of Labor is a cool concept that includes bakeries & cafes in Rainelle, Alderson, Beckley and Montgomery. "OUR TEAM, regardless of roots, is a family bound together by talent in a field we call home. Leadership and expertise abounds in: Culinary, Pastry, Baking, Cake Design and Sustainable Agriculture Practices. OUR CUSTOMERS know...

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The Big LeBOWLski is a traveling food truck "with some spunk," according to their facebook. They riff on the famous movie with their tagline that they pack the freshest bowls. Often found at Root 19 Outpost in Mt. Lookout (a gathering spot for food trucks and other vendors), the truck features sandwiches, nachos,...

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"Republica Empanada is located in the Southside Heights Neighborhood of downtown Mesa on the NE corner of 1st Avenue & Hibbert. The mid-century architecture is a unique contrast to the brick row showcased along Main Street. Arizona’s largest selection of South American-style savory empanadas. Our empanadas, as well as our dishes, represent the...

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Here's my latest column for the Charleston Gazette-Mail: If you’re a ‘90s kid like me, your first exposure to “fruit leather” may have come in the form of the brightly colored Fruit Roll-Ups. The General Mills snack hit grocery stores in 1983, and it came in the form of a flat sheet rolled...

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Check out this month's JQ Dickinson Appalachian Mercantile Box: Village Eating House - Marvelous Poppy Seed Sauce This sauce comes from an old Amish recipe and is all-natural, handcrafted, gluten-free, an vegan. Extremely versatile and can enhance any dish! Made in State College, PA.Larry's Awesome Sauce - Zesty/Sriracha Honey Mustard Larry's Awesome Sauces...

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Charley West BBQ Fest is an annual BBQ Fest benefiting the Bob Burdette Center After School Program in Charleston. It is held on Kanawha Boulevard at Haddad Riverfront Park, and I attended for the first time this past weekend. There are a few ways for folks to get involved. You can purchase a...

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Lost Creek Farm is a purveyor of story-rich, heritage-inspired mountain cuisine. You may have seen them on Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown or nominated for a James Beard Award.At the most fundamental level, Lost Creek Farm is a property that is being restored to its former glory.Owners Mike Costello & Amy Dawson look to...

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