If you frequent Super Weenie in downtown Charleston, you may have seen the adjoining "Quarrier Store" in recent months. This small store has a variety of goods, some of which are packaged directly by the shop itself. I tried some dried mango, and there are plenty of drinks, candies and more. Have you...

Continue Reading

Lock No. 4 is an Ohio-based coffee shop with specialty drinks and snacks. They recently opened a Vienna location, complete with drive-thru. I ordered a frozen hot chocolate because when I had one from Tim Horton's, I was a big fan. I can't say I was as crazy about this one; I don't...

Continue Reading

The Midwest is pretty good at these drive-thru coffee shops. It's perfect for when I have a day of exploring ahead and need a quick drink to get things started. Ziggi's fit the bill. "What started as a small coffee shop on the corner of Main Street in downtown Longmont, Colorado in 2004,...

Continue Reading

Pizza Ranch is a Midwest chain with more than 200 locations across 15 states. I stoppped at the Peoria location and picked up my to-go order. I went with the "Tuscan Roma" - Sliced Roma Tomatoes, Spinach, Alfredo Sauce and I added mushrooms and a balsamic glaze. And, because I could, I added...

Continue Reading

K Brew combines locally roasted coffee with handmade bagels, with over 8 varieties prepared every morning at the Knoxville bakery. "We prepare top-notch coffee and espresso drinks with our own roasted coffee, organic milk from a local dairy farm, organic syrups and organic chocolate. Our handmade bagels are made fresh daily, and don’t...

Continue Reading