In search of a place to relax for a bit and get a quick bite, I headed to Mama Mia Pizza & Pasta while in Elkins.




The decor has red-checked tablecloths and an archway of grapes when you walk in.

The menu has lunch specials like pizza, chicken parmesan, eggplant parmesan, baked ziti, stuffed shells and ravioli.

Salad with house balsamic dressing




The complimentary garlic rolls!



Stuffed shells



Have you been?

It just so happens I got lucky.

Stone Tower Brews in Buckhannon has been in the works for some time, and I just happened to be driving through the area on the day they opened.



Stone Tower Brews is a collaboration from the owners of Fairmont's Joe N' Throw, a restaurant/pottery studio, and Stone Tower Joe, which is a locally roasted coffee company.

The shop serves coffee, beer and some food too!


On this day, I went for coffee only.

Their specialties on the board caught my eye. S'mores is also a favorite, but the ice lavender vanilla just sounded good!

Have you been? What have you gotten so far?

And, afterward, I took a little mini hike to Bickle Knob Observation Tower.

Perfect fuel!




What will you order?

While driving through Buckhannon, I stumbled upon Byrd's House of Donuts - which I think would make a perfect band name!



The donut shop has a case full of filled, glazed and other fun donuts.



Even the seats are covered in cushions!



And, they have ramparoni rolls! This one came with swiss cheese.

And the donuts - this is a lemon filled one!











All of the powdered sugar!



Next time, I need to try the Maple Nut!



It's a pretty decent-sized space for a bakery, so there were folks gathering at the front of the shop over coffee and donuts.



Have you ever been here?

Appalachian Glass in Westover is such a neat place!



In addition to all the beautiful pieces of artwork, there are also daily demonstrations.



And, of course, lots of local candies, sauces and more!



Have you ever been?

Markets are one of my favorite things to visit in a town; I feel like it gives you a good glimpse into the community.



Mountain Roots Market in Weston has a little bit of everything - including ramps, coffee and other locally made products.



And, I believe they also served hot food, but I didn't get a chance to try it.



They did, however, have a few pastries and sweets in the cooler.



And, of course, ramparoni rolls!



Oh, and some quick photos from my Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum tour