Go Shop View archives

• CHARLESTON BREAD

  A simple bowl of soup can become a revelation when you add some of the city’s best ciabatta, a fresh baguette, or a slice of Charleston sourdough. Top off your autumn meal with a couple of the best trail mix cookies you’ll ever taste. (9/2011)

  601 Capitol St
  304-720-3022

• The Peanut Shoppe

  The aroma of fresh-roasted peanuts, warm from Delbert Moore’s original Planters roaster, has drawn folks into this Charleston icon since 1950. A variety of nuts and nut mixes (made daily by Moore’s daughter and grandson), candies and homemade caramel corn keeps them coming back. (9/2011)

  126 Capitol St
  304-342-9493

• Gallery Eleven

  Perhaps you fancy an exquisite, hand-blown glass vase by Ron Hinkle, a Celtic pendant by silversmith Anita Gallagher or a whimsical watercolor cat by Sonja Adkins. This creative cooperative features works by numerous local painters, potters, jewelers and stainedglass artists. Many a handsome keepsake has been found here. (9/2011)

  1025 Quarrier St
  304-342-0083
  galleryeleven.com
  

 

Go See View archives

• Heritage Towers Museum and Culture Center

  Authentic bronze sculptures, ivory ornaments and other artifacts demonstrate the artistry of ancient African cultures, while other exhibits trace the Africa-to-America experience, including rural African life, slave auctions, the Underground Railroad days and working in West Virginia coal mines. (9/2011)

  612 Virginia St E
  304-343-3250
  heritagetowers.us
  

• WEST VIRGINIA POWER BASEBALL

  Looking for some wholesome, summertime fun? Sit back, sip a brew, and watch the home team—the Pittsburgh Pirates affiliate—face off against the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Aug. 1-4), Charleston RiverDogs (Aug. 10-13), the Delmarva Shorebirds (Aug. 18-21) and the Lexington Legends (Aug. 26-30). Mondays are Family Buck Night, when tickets, popcorn, hotdogs and soda only cost $1. Friday night games feature fireworks. (9/2011)

  601 Morris St
  304-344-2287
  www.wvpower.com
  

• CRIEL MOUND

  This 35-foot-tall mound, built approximately 2,000 years ago by the Adena peoples, contained bones, ancient jewelry, weapons and the remains of a headdress. Visitors can learn the history of the Adena at a nearby interpretive center. (9/2011)

  MacCorkle Ave, South Charleston
  304-720-9847
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Go Eat View archives

• Topspot Country Cookin'

  Comfort food was never this tasty … Or this healthy. This authentic country eatery, 15 minutes northwest of Charleston, tempts diners with traditional homemade chicken and dumplings, baked steak, fried chicken, cornbread, and pies. But rest easy: owner and chef Janet Edens doesn't use any animal fats to flavor her dishes. $ (9/2011)

  7139 Sissonville Dr, Sissonville
  304-984-2816
  topspotcountrycookin.com
  

• Ellen’s Homemade Ice Cream

  West Virginia Symphony flutist Ellen Beal is also renowned for dishing out Charleston’s best ice cream. Espresso Oreo and raspberry chocolate chip are year-round favorites, but the summertimeonly fresh peach is out of this world. Not an ice cream eater? Ellen also sells coffee, soups, salads and wraps. $ (9/2011)

  223-225 Capitol St
  304-343-6488

• Lola’s

  Arrive early and dine on the deck, or chat on the front porch of this bright little eatery that’s locally renowned for its artisan pizzas made with goat cheese, roasted eggplant, spicy shrimp and other fresh ingredients. $$ (9/2011)

  1038 Bridge Rd
  304-343-5652

 

Go Party View archives

• Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille

  Request to watch your favorite team on high-def TV at Charleston’s newest gathering place. Cheer them on while you devour the juicy strip steak or the Greek gyro platter. You can also snack on wings, deep-fried feta, and classic burgers, salads, or wraps. On Wednesdays and Fridays this place takes on a whole different vibe with it's live jazz performances. (9/2011)

  218 Capitol St
  304-343-5551
  adelphiasportsbar.com
  

• Impulse Nightclub

  Just gotta dance? Bright lights, a state-of-the-art sound system and a hot mix of music give this popular nightclub a big-city feel. Sip a variety of specialty drinks at the bar or in the VIP area, reserved for private parties. (9/2011)

  205 Capitol St
  304-342-9614

• Vandalia Grille

  Kick back on a cozy leather couch for cocktails and conversation at this restaurant and nightspot that’s dubbed itself “Charleston’s living room.” Enjoy an extensive microbrew selection alongside snacks to share; try the sweet-potato fries. Head down midweek for Sangria Wednesdays (just $2 a glass). (9/2011)

  212 Hale St
  304-343-4110