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Let’s be honest: food is one of the best reasons to get out of the house and explore. Whether it’s the smell of fresh cornbread wafting through a West Virginia kitchen or the sizzle of a skillet on a roadside diner stove, food has this magical way of connecting us to a place, its people, and its stories. That’s why culinary travel experiences have become such a big deal lately. It’s not just about eating; it’s about living the culture through every bite. If you’ve ever found

If you really want to know a place, skip the fancy restaurants and find the nearest hot dog stand. America’s story isn’t written in boardrooms—it’s wrapped in paper, dripping mustard, and passed through a takeout window with a wink. Every region claims they do it best, and they’re all half-right. But here in the hills of West Virginia, at Coal Valley Bun Works, we know a truth that’s simple and sacred: a proper hot dog tells you everything about where it came from.

Moundsville is a small town with a lot of character. It doesn’t try to be Pittsburgh or Wheeling. It’s proud of what it has which is history, mystery, outdoor beauty, and a local food scene that’s better than outsiders expect. Whether you’re in town for a day trip or a weekend, these five spots are worth the time.

It's beginning to look a lot like our favorite time of year. Nothing. I mean NOTHING beats a West Virginia autumn. In West Virginia, fall...

Forget Deliverance. Appalachia isn’t a punchline. It’s a powerhouse. For too long, it has been defined by what it lacks: industry, opportunity, sophistication. That’s lazy thinking. Scratch the surface and you’ll find a region with deep creative reservoirs, unmatched resilience, and a cultural backbone that America leans on more than it admits.