The aroma of waffle cones as you drive by will turn your heart into the parking lot... watch out…read morefor the momma and baby cow right by the entrance! Any flavor of ice cream and soft serve perfection. Come hungry, you wont need dinner with cherries on top!

One of my coworkers always raves about Moo Thru, so when I got a chance to visit with a group of…read moreveterans on a motorcycle ride, I decided to join in. Although it was crowded when we arrived, they had plenty of parking in the back of their lot. We grabbed a table under a tree to provide some shade and went to order. Despite the long line, it moved very quickly. When we got up to the front, the cashier asked if we were veterans, seeing everyone wearing their combat service affiliations for the rider's group. For ease of ordering, we put everything on one tab, and were absolutely amazed by the incredibly generous military discount! (The group was truly touched, so thank you very much to Moo Thru for honoring their service.) The ice cream was delivered to us from the back window. It was delicious!! The ice cream was so creamy, and I could eat a whole gallon of the cookies & cream. While it's a bit of a hike for me to get to Moo Thru, it's definitely worth the distance, and I look forward to my next visit!

There are places you go because you need something, and there are places you go because life is…read morejust better when you do. Messick's falls into that second category. You start out thinking it's just a farm market but inside, the place has all the usual farm market suspects--fresh produce, baked goods, meats--but then you notice the food counter. That's where things go sideways in the best possible way. The sandwiches are flat-out good, not "good for a farm store," but actually good. And the breakfast burritos are not normal human-sized food. They're the kind of burritos that make you reconsider your life choices halfway through eating one, in a positive way. Outside is where Messick's really shows off. Kids running everywhere, farm people doing what farm people do, and enough seasonal activities to keep families occupied until everyone forgets what time it is. It's the kind of place where parents sit down "for just a minute" and then suddenly it's an hour later and nobody is in a hurry to leave. If you're rolling in with a camper, it also works as a Harvest Hosts stop, which is a polite way of saying you can legally fall asleep there without anyone bothering you. Parking is easy in a grass-and-gravel area that's simple to level into, and once the day crowd clears out it gets quiet in that good country way. Verizon signal holds up well too, which is either a blessing or a curse depending on how hard you were trying to escape emails. What makes Messick's dangerous is that it's not trying to be anything other than what it is--but it ends up being more anyway. You go for a quick stop and leave feeling like you accidentally spent the afternoon at somebody's family reunion, except nobody made you help clean up afterward. In a world full of overcomplicated stops and underwhelming food, Messick's is refreshingly simple: good food, good people, and just enough chaos to make it interesting.

If I could give this place 10 stars I would…read more I am obsessed with this place. Their fall farmers market and activities are just amazing. It's 15 dollars to get in and there is so much for the kids to do. Even my teenagers had fun just picking berries and going in the maze. The people working there were so freaking sweet I just am in love. They had a "limited menu" of food but it ranged from chicken salad sandwiches to mozzarella sticks or a hot dog, fries were super crispy and fresh, and it was more than enough to eat and enjoy the scenery. You could pick your own flowers, pick berries, zip line, petting zoo, it was just awesome . So fun.

I visited Morais Vineyards for the first time yesterday to celebrate a dear friend's birthday, and…read moreI truly didn't know what to expect since I had never heard of it before. From the moment we arrived, I was completely blown away. As we parked and walked toward the field--with gazebos and a dock with seating--I immediately noticed how kid-friendly the vineyard is. The playground setup was incredibly creative and perfect for sparking a child's imagination. I honestly wish I had known ahead of time because I would have brought my little one! The property itself is beautiful and very well maintained. There were horses roaming around, which added such a peaceful charm. As we explored, I kept noticing thoughtful and unique touches everywhere--from a stunning wine tree to large decorative clay pots, and even buildings designed to resemble a Greek town that house classic cars. It all made the experience feel extra special. There was a wedding taking place, so part of the property was closed off, but it was easy to see how perfect this venue would be for an intimate "I do." Inside the main building, they offered a great selection of food, an impressive wine list available by the glass, bottle, or flight, and hands down the best wine slush I've ever had. My only critique is that it seemed like the AC wasn't working inside, and I really felt for the bartenders who were working so hard as it got busier throughout the day. Overall, I absolutely loved this place. It's one of the few spots that truly caters to both adults and children, and I'll definitely be back.

Very nice tasting experience. Gorgeous grounds. Large tasting room with ample seating…read more 2 tasting options, wine flights or wine by the glass or bottle. Tastings come with a small snack plate of cheese, meats crackers and chocolate. Wines are primarily Portugal varietals. We enjoyed most of the wines we tried and bought a few bottles as well. We will stop in again My rating rationale for beer, wine, or spirits: +1 Service +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Taste/Quality (Flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the beverage) +1 Presentation (Glassware, garnishes, and visual appeal of the drinks) +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings)

I visited in the middle of the day on a Saturday in between my nephew's AAU basketball games and…read morewas pleased that it was not crowded. I did a tasting and ordered the cheese plate. I thought I was going to be hungry and need to order something else, but that was not the case. I ended up getting a to go box. The outdoor and indoor seating areas were comfortable and offered options for everyone. My favorite thing about this winery was the specialty sangria they have. The flavors change and they are SO good. This alone is a perfect reason to visit.

Came here with a larger group for a wine meet up. Service was friendly and helpful, with the…read moreservers taking time to talk through options which is always appreciated. The vineyards themselves are beautiful and outside food is allowed!

Y'all, they have the kindest folks working here…read more My Mom has limited mobility and they came out to the car to give her her vaccines/flu shot. They also left a voicemail thanking me for being a customer. Details y'all, details.

Can't get a better pharmacy. They are knowledgeable and caring. I'd drive here If I lived out of…read moretown.

I feel like I'm always giving out 4 stars but that's only because they don't allow for 4.5 or even…read more3.5. This was definitely in the higher star rating. I stopped in because I was at an air show and I was starving and the food trucks hadn't shown up there yet. I really wanted breakfast but I couldn't pass when I drove by. This meal was so good, I wanted to take some home to the family but I wasn't going to drive back out here just for food but it was almost worth it but 3hrs is a bit much. I wouldn't be surprised if it were one of those hidden gems restaurants that you'd see on one of those cooking shows. If you live in the area, this should be your if not one of your lunch spots. Oh, and they had some drinks I wasn't accustomed to drinking or even knowing they existed.

Lazy Sunday and we decided to stop in to grab some takeout. While not an extensive menu, everything…read moresounded really good... Plus there are a lot of baked treats. I went with a 1/4 chicken with rice and plantains and we also got an order of lomo saltado. The chicken was great... Slightly charred and smoky. While the beef in the lomo saltado could have been a little more tender, it was so fresh. The woman at the counter was great. We chatted a bit and she walked us through a lot of the items they had. We'll definitely be back.