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June 2023 - Candace Lately

Charleston Edition: Low Ivy Catering

9:50 PM
In honor of Pride Month last year, Low Ivy Catering produced some specials at Starlings that were super colorful. There were 5 colors of steamed buns stuffed with 16-hour smoked pork, gochujang bbq and lime-honey napa slaw. Have you enjoyed any Pride-themed meals this month? Let's keep it going all year round! ...

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Keyser Edition: Royal Restaurant

7:42 PM
Royal Restaurant is a beloved institution in Keyser. The family restaurant has been around since 1904 serving up diner favorites and breakfast all day. When I was seated, I saw some groups of folks who seem like they had probably been coming here for years and had made lots of memories around this...

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Huntington Edition: Rio Grande on 5th Avenue

9:45 PM
I think I've been to about 100 Rio Grande restaurants in my lifetime so let's add one more in Huntington. I kid, but it is a pretty common name for Mexican-American restaurants, and I distinguish this Rio Grande by noting that it is on 5th Avenue. I placed a take-out order for lunch,...

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New Heritage Distilling

7:10 PM
"New Heritage Distilling, LLC focuses on making delicious apple brandy! Distilled from cider provided by our friends at Winchester Ciderworks, we just love the flavor the apples yield once they are distilled and oak treated. We couldn't be happier to be making brandy in Canaan Valley and the beautiful mountains of Tucker County....

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Shepherdstown Edition: Kome Thai & Sushi Bistro

9:12 PM
I am always happy to travel to Shepherdstown whenever I can because I know that good food will be in store. Kome Thai & Sushi Bistro serves up both Thai cuisine, and Japanese cuisine, with a variety of entrées for each. "The chef/owner, Kenny, personally selects and designs the very unique and special...

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COLUMN: Dumplings in Appalachia: Biscuits or noodles?

12:47 PM
Here's my latest column from the Charleston Gazette-Mail:When you read the words “chicken & dumplings,” what kind of dish do you envision?Does the dish feature a thick, creamy broth made by simmering chicken with vegetables and herbs? The dumplings are soft and pillowy, made by dropping spoonfuls of biscuit-like dough into the simmering...

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Capitol Market Steak Out 2023

10:04 PM
Capitol Market hosted a brand new event this weekend called the Steak Out. Ribeye steaks from Johnnie's Meat Market and veggies from outdoor growers were grilled to perfection. The baked potato bar was amazing - tons of delicious toppings good for both the steak in the potato: caramelized, onions, compound, butter, plus Parmesan...

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Flatwoods Edition: China Buffet

10:25 PM
Every I-79 road warrior is familiar with Flatwoods. It's often a midway point for travels and has easy access to gas and food. Usually, that food stop for me looks like a quick drive-through meal because I'm on a schedule. But I've always been curious about the China Buffet nearby. It almost serves...

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Fayetteville Edition: Country Thai on Wheels

9:18 PM
One of my newest favorite restaurants in West Virginia isn't a restaurant at all. It's a food truck. Country Thai on Wheels is the modern reincarnation of the previous Country Thai restaurant in the area. Pornsawan Jumpated posts on her Facebook where her food truck is going to be each day, and she...

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Thomas Edition: Riverfront Wood Fired Pizza

10:16 PM
The Davis/Thomas area is one of my favorites in the state. But it is small, so there isn't a ton of new business there often. So, when I saw the Riverfront Wood Fired Pizza open, I wasted no time placing an order. The space is lovely and cozy, but I took mine to...

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