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Blue Cow Ice Cream: Roanoke's Sweetest Hidden Gem
If you're looking for a cool treat with serious local flavor, Blue Cow Ice Cream is a must-visit.
This locally owned shop serves up homemade, small-batch ice cream that's anything but ordinary. Known for its creative and unforgettable flavors like Goat Cheese Blueberry, Banana Pudding, and the wildly popular Cow Patty, Blue Cow takes ice cream to the next level. When you walk in the door, the smell of the homemade waffle cones pulls you in. My go to flavor is the goat cheese blueberry, but in the fall they add dark chocolate raspberry, which is to die for!
Each scoop is made with care, using fresh ingredients and bold combinations that surprise and delight. Last time I was there, they told me they even roast the...
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Three of Our Favorite Golf Courses in the Roanoke Area
Sometimes there's nothing better than a sunny day out on the links and we are blessed to have some fantastic golf courses here in Virginia's Blue Ridge. As an avid golfer, I wanted to share my three favorite courses in the area (in no particular order) ...
Located just off 460E in Roanoke, Blue Hills GC offers nice wide fairways (for the most part) and quite a few flat putting greens. One hole features a pond to play over to reach the green and another offers a creek to be wary of. Also, several holes offer fantastic views of the Roanoke Valley. Overall, this a forgiving and enjoyable golf course.
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Living in North Roanoke: Food, Shopping and Experiences
Explore Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. As the second-largest municipal park in the United States, it offers a variety of activities, including:- Hiking, walking, biking, horseback riding, running: With over 60 miles of trails, there's a path for every skill level.
- Boating, kayaking, canoei...
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The Best Places for Horseback Riding in Roanoke, VA and Southwest Virginia
The Best Places for Horseback Riding in Roanoke, VA and Southwest Virginia
By Kelly Giarla
I have always had a love for horses.
Growing up I was the typical horse-infatuated girl you read about. Drawing horses, looking at horse books and daydreaming about riding. The problem was my family lived in a neighborhood and I never had the opportunity to ride as a child.
As soon as I became an adult and was able, I began riding lessons at a local barn. I was 30 years old at the time and yet was placed into a beginner class with 8- to 10-year-olds. My teacher was 16 (and amazing)! I understood that when starting something new you must begin with the basics, and I was humbled by these tin...
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Top Breweries in Southwest Virginia
Who wants to just grab a drink and speak to people? How boring!
No sir ... it's human nature that want to also be entertained (and if you did not just hear in you mind Russell Crowe in "Gladiator," I'm not sure we could be friends.)
Well, our local breweries have the answer!
Almost every brewery has at least one regularly scheduled trivia night, and I am here to say, that the crowds can get seriously competitive. So bring your A-game in seemingly useless knowledge, but you may want to leave your feelings at the door. In addition to the weekly trivia, the credit to some of the most creative and fun events has to be given to our local brewhouses. This past year, Golden Cactus Brewing hosted a Mrs. Roper's Romp (I highly encourage visiting their Facebook page to view the pictures) and a fun
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