The Lighthouse in Point Pleasant made the list of unique places to dine a few years ago.



It's since gone through some ownership changes, so I wasn't able to catch it open while I've been in the area.



But, recently, I was able to check it out. Branded as Katie's Lighthouse, it has a main bar area, with some dining seating up to the left.



The menu has fried appetizers, salads, burgers and sandwiches.



I mixed it up a bit with two appetizers - sliders and mozzarella sticks.



Have you ever been?

Any time I can celebrate the pepperoni roll, I'm happy. It's even better if I get to eat some while I'm at it.

Mountaineer Week recently hosted its second annual Pepperoni Roll Day where area pepperoni roll makers came together to compete for top 'roni roll honors.

And, yours truly was there to sling books and eat rolls.






After all the pepperoni rolls, I was able to check out the craft fair, where I saw a few cool things like these candles from Penn & Co.

And these candies from A La Carte!

What's your favorite part of Mountaineer Week?

A new little coffee shop in St. Albans has all the area abuzz.



Coal River Coffee Company has a cute space with exposed brick wall and wooden counter.



I could definitely see myself getting some work done here!



They have some pastries available on the counter - like this cocoa krispie treat!



While they had just opened, they were still very busy!



Just some more goodies taunting me.

The espresso bar wasn't quite up and running yet, so I went with a cold brew with some caramel.





Look how picture perfect this space is! What's your favorite item?

I've judged a few chili cook-offs in my day, but they're usually in the dead of summer when it's 95 degrees outside. Recently, I was super lucky to join the Bridge Day Chili Cook-off in Fayetteville as a judge - and it was perfect fall weather!

There were four entries across two categories - beans and no beans.

And, the first one I had I loved so much! It almost tasted bbq-y, like baked beans were involved. But it was delicious and I ended up taking the remainder of the judges portion to-go. A few little pieces of cornbread, and it was heaven.

The others ranged from much thinner, more southwestern style, to spicy versions that would be at home on a hot dog.

How do you like your chili?

I'm continually amazed at all the incredible food in West Virginia - even in some of the most unexpected places.

I recently went to ACE Adventure Resort and, of course, had to get a bite to eat while there. Look at that margherita pizza!

And these nachos have kicked off a never-ending hunt for amazing nachos. Look at all that queso.

And boozy slushies are the perfect dessert for any lunch.


Have you been here before?