Saturday May 23rd a friend & I visited the Drive-thru location. Since this location on Commonwealth…read morehas been open, I have failed to go into the estab- lishment. My visit yesterday was a very PLEASANT experience. If U too have never gone into this location, it would be well worth your visit. Seeing all the fresh pastries & ice cream displayed gives a much needed boost!! Stop by S O O N

The variety at this place was just beyond five stars. The fruit tart was amazing, the almond…read morecroissant was light and fluffy, butterscotch bar amazing. I plan to stop by here again when we go through Bristol again in a few days!

I was in Abingdon for a workshop last summer and had time every evening afterwards to do a little…read moreexploring. Abingdon is a little town with a lot of fast food outlets and doesn't exactly have a vibrant cafe society or third spaces for people living outside of the nuclear family unit constellation. So I was delighted to find this little cafe/ bookshop (The Book Cellar) which even has a tiny garden as well where you can get a cuppa tea, browse the books, sit down and maybe just get some writing done or just collect your thoughts. Folks were very friendly and I had no problems here whatsoever. It's small, very cozy but for little Abingdon, it's just right. I was so happy to find this corner of Abingdon. I may come back to Abingdon in the future for other workshops and if I do, I sure hope this little shop and cafe are still here.

I stumbled across this charming local coffee shop and book cellar, in Abingdon, VA. I was greeted…read moreupon entry by the barista! She was so kind and very patient as I scanned the menu. She provided recommendations and shared with me the specials offered at the time. I ordered a custom made beverage, hot Toasted Marshmallow & Butter Cookie latte with oat milk; I topped it with whipped cream and caramel drizzle. It was absolutely delicious. It was the perfect sweet treat to warm me up on chilly winter afternoon. The cafe also featured a very cute book cellar that had the neatest items!! You can definitely tuck-away in this cafe to get work done, you can meet with friends for a coffee date, or even just chill and have a cup of coffee, a pastry and indulge in a nice book. If you're in Abingdon, VA, it's absolutely worth checking out!

Southern Sweets is a small bakery shop located in the Stone Mill Village in Abingdon. They offer a…read morevariety of sweets, such as cupcakes, cakes, cookies, pies, parfaits, and truffles. The hubs and I stopped by while we were in town, and we decided to try some of their cupcakes and milkshakes. They also seem to be a popular choice with the locals for catering and other private events.

My family has been using Nancy for several years now and we are never disappointed. From baby…read moreshowers to birthdays, and my upcoming wedding, Nancy does it all. I have never tasted cakes that are as rich and flavorful as these. They are beautiful and sure to be crowd pleasers. Nancy is a sweet lady and is always so helpful when it comes to design or helpful ideas. Nancy and her Fancy's are well worth the price. Hands down, the best in the Tricities!

From the owner: Catered events from full service to deliveries and pick-ups (Weddings, Anniversaries, Business…read moreevents, Family Reunions, Picnics, Deli buffets, Class reunions, Cocktail parties, Finger Food trays, Party & Dessert trays). Bakery orders for: Specialty decorated Birthday, Wedding, Anniversary cakes, and Homemade cakes & Dessert bars~ Most orders can be pick-up, delivered, or full catering service per request of customer~

I bought a tomato pie today from here and it was AMAZING! The crust was the best crust I've ever…read moretasted. Flaky and melted like and tasted like butter! Filled with tomatoes and cheese. I will be back to try all the things.

This is the best bakery I have been to yet, the pastries, bread, and wraps were made perfectly. The…read moredrinks and meats they sold in the fridge were high quality as well. The prices were great for what amazing food they were offering. Never mind the amazing customer service. They have an awesome selection of home made merchandise, I would tell anyone near by to please come by here and show support. They said they do square dancing every other Friday night! I will be coming by here anytime I am near Boone, I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.

Best sandwiches around. There's nothing better than their fresh bread. They have a great selection…read moreof baked goods and all kinds of goodies.

Great stop on our drive back north. The sandwiches are huge! The price is very reasonable as well!read more

This is a small, really cute spot in Blowing Rock that we spotted while exploring the area. They…read morehave a ton of options but we weren't too hungry so just got a cookies & cream macaron. It wasn't the best macaron I've ever had, but it was certainly the biggest haha. Service was fast & friendly; ambiance isn't really applicable, Flavia's itself doesn't have seating. Street parking is free in Blowing Rock, I believe. 7.5/10 would recommend!

This place may be small but the desserts are outstanding. At least the two we finally chose...key…read morelime pie and blueberry lemon cake. Wow! Large enough to share and it's worth every dollar spent. We met the owner's daughter. She said she doesn't bake but her Mom bakes everything in the case--impressive. She said she's the taste tester. Not a bad position. The place is right on Main Street, but the front door faces the other way. We walked right by it and didn't see until we were walking back to our car.

We came in close to closing for a quick snack. Reclaimed older home with a lot of local art-…read morereminded me of restaurants in Charleston. The coffee we had was very good- latte and flat white. They had run out of cold brew. Cinnamon bun was very sweet but good. The gluten free brownie was ok and chocolate chip cookie was airy (interesting) and enjoyed. If we had more time would have liked to have a full lunch.

If Michelin star talent, incredible food, and a side of Native American folklore sound like an odd…read morecombination, trust me..:it works. The Girl & The Raven has such a cool story behind it, and learning about the meaning of the raven in Native American folklore made the experience feel even more special. Then the food arrived... and suddenly conversation stopped because everyone was too busy saying, "You have to try this!" We ordered the breakfast bowl with sweet potatoes, arugula, and the famous hippy sauce, a gooey cinnamon bun, and the homemade daily biscuit sandwiches. Every single bite was phenomenal. The hippy sauce deserves its own fan club, the biscuit was flaky perfection, and the cinnamon bun disappeared so fast it should probably qualify as magic. Every dish was cooked to absolute perfection. You can tell it's crafted by Michelin trained chefs who know exactly what they're doing. Sarah Grace took amazing care of us. She was friendly, attentive, and somehow managed to make us feel like regulars even though we were just passing through. The restaurant itself is adorable, and the artwork covering the walls is stunning. We seriously considered playing a game of "How much luggage can we leave behind to make room for a painting?" If we hadn't packed the car for vacation, one of those paintings would have been riding shotgun all the way home. Come hungry, stay curious about the story, and don't be surprised if you leave wishing your vehicle had just a little more cargo space.