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Deep Gap: Home Cookin’ and Community Support

Deep Gap: Home Cookin’ and Community Support

By Guest • on March 4, 2009

Behind the counter of Blue Ridge Diner hangs a white board. You would think the board would hold the daily specials, however this board lists the names of local people and families who need prayers. Only in a local diner with everyday regulars would you find this sort of thing, and owner Tina Watson wouldn’t have it any other way. That was her intention

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A Great Time Was Had By All, Thanks to Glidewell’s, Stick Boy and Others

A Great Time Was Had By All, Thanks to Glidewell’s, Stick Boy and Others

By Sarah • on March 2, 2009

Well, we had our first annual High Country Mom Squad Birthday Party last Thursday at Glidewell’s Restaurant in Blowing Rock. It was such a fun night, I didn’t want to have to go home! I’ve known Mary Kelly Glidewell for several years, and she actually went to the same High School

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Mom Squad’s First Birthday: RSVP here!

Mom Squad’s First Birthday: RSVP here!

By Sarah • on February 26, 2009

Save the Date! Mom’s Night Out  for The Mom Squad’s First Birthday Thursday, February 26, 6:30-9:00 PM at Glidewell’s Restaurant in Blowing Rock We are SO excited to announce that the Mom Squad is turning one year old this month! We have officially entered toddler-hood, only

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It’s Mardi Gras at Joes Italian Kitchen

It’s Mardi Gras at Joes Italian Kitchen

By Sarah • on January 13, 2009

If you can’t get to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, you can get the next best thing- at least as far as food is concerned! If you’ve been to Joe’s Italian Kitchen, you know that the traditional Italian food is the next best thing to Brooklyn. 

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Review-a-Palooza #2: Stick Boy Bread Company

Review-a-Palooza #2: Stick Boy Bread Company

By Sarah • on December 7, 2008

Have you ever been to Stick Boy Bread Company, right across from ASU in Boone?  Stick boy is Boone’s only true artisan bakery, but they offer much more than just bread! I have known

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Freebie Friday:  Highlands Restaurant in Blowing Rock

Freebie Friday: Highlands Restaurant in Blowing Rock

By Sarah • on October 3, 2008

Many of us remember going to Tijuana Fats in Blowing Rock way back in college!  The food left a little to be desired, but it was fun to gather there with friends.  Well, years ago, that restaurant became part of my college memories as it closed for good.

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Spirit and Spelling at Chick-Fil-A

Spirit and Spelling at Chick-Fil-A

By Sarah • on September 23, 2008

Chik-Fil-A Boone Sept. 25th, the Boone Chick-Fil-A will be hosting a Chick-fil-A Spelling Bee.  It is from 6pm-8pm Thursday night.  All ages who want to play are welcome.  Kids and adults

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Mom Squad Review: Black Cat Burrito

Mom Squad Review: Black Cat Burrito

By Sarah • on September 22, 2008

The Black Cat is tucked away in Downtown Boone, right next to Footslogger. No, not a black cat – that would be bad luck! Black Cat, the restaurant! My husband and I had eaten there before, but I admit it’s been a long time. Since we recently learned they have free cheese quesadillas for

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Fall Programs at the Children’s Playhouse

Fall Programs at the Children’s Playhouse

By Sarah • on September 17, 2008

Weekly Playtimes Baby Lap Time at The Children’s Playhouse Baby Lap Time meets every Friday at The Children’s Playhouse from 9:30-10:00 at The Children’s Playhouse (400 Tracy Circle, Boone) and is facilitated by child development specialist Rebekah Cummings. Older siblings are welcome. This is

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Freebie Friday: MyFreeDining.com!

Freebie Friday: MyFreeDining.com!

By Sarah • on September 12, 2008

Back by popular demand! The Main Street Marketing Dining Pass, from www.MyFreeDining.com The 2008 Watauga Dining Pass features over 67 FREE Meals or Entrées! (Buy One, Get One)  The card is valid from right now until

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