I can't think of anything than better than a book store-coffee roaster-patisserie-printing press.Thomas-based Ghost Palace Books is all of that - and maybe more. They have a small, but impressive, pastry and drink menu."we offer a rotating selection of hand-crafted, carefully made-by-us pastries, as well as house-roasted coffee and tea.when we say made...

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Have you heard of Mountain Juice? If not, here's what they're all about: We are a Weekly Monday Juicery in Charleston, WV. Mountain Juice is made fresh each Monday morning for afternoon pick up. If you don't purchase directly from them online, you can also find them at Vandalia Co. and the Purple Onion....

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Did you know?J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works recently released a whole new line of spice blends!  They are Ramped Up Ranch, Appalachian Za'atar, Allegheny Herb & Citrus, Smoky Mountain Rub, Blue Ridge Bagel.I swear I'm not sponsored by them - but I do love them and thought I'd share in case anyone else is looking for...

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Huntington is home to a few Gino's locations, and the most recent one I tried is on Washington Avenue. This spot, unlike many, is stand-alone restaurant without a connection to a Tudor's. The Huntington locations have some slightly different options, as they have a different owner. So, I always enjoy trying something I don't...

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I think Sushi Garden is a hidden gem in the area. The popular Capitol Market vendor also has a stand-alone location in Cross Lanes, where they serve their delicious sushi, as well as ramen, teriyaki and more. The restaurant itself is small, intimate. There is only room for a few tables. A large sushi menu...

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