Content on Best Of Blacksburg:

Column: It's Mike's over Five Guys for Blacksburg burgers

October 18, 2009

The line forms like clockwork.

El Rod's Texas margarita: The staff and local choice

October 18, 2009

Blacksburg has a secret. And it's all in the margarita mix.

Renovated Kroger offers gourmet, organic options

October 18, 2009

In what other grocery store can you walk the perimeter four times and have walked a mile?

'Homebody' goes for green, funky fashions and accessories

October 18, 2009

Tibetan prayer flags, seat belt handbags and tire purses are the first items that greet visitors when they enter the clothing and accessories store, Homebody.

Lasting local bakery remains family affair since 1969

October 18, 2009

Regina Ratliff navigated the bakery racks with bullet-like speed.

Sharkey's makes for the happiest hour once again

October 18, 2009

As 5 p.m. on a Thursday rolls around and the weekend comes ever closer, Sharkey's Wing and Rib Joint remains the favorite place to enjoy happy hour with friends for the second year in a row, according to this year's Best of Blacksburg survey.

Cold Stone Creamery scoops the competition

October 18, 2009

Those who walk into Cold Stone Creamery on North Franklin Street in Christiansburg are welcomed with a vibrant greeting as they step into the winner of Best of Blacksburg's "Best Frozen Treat."

Shop promises 'Best Wishes' for all occasions

October 18, 2009

Walking into Best Wishes Flowers & Gifts, immediately it seems that this is much more than just a flower shop. The store not only offers a huge selection of custom-made floral arrangements, but also a unique variety of gifts ranging from

Delving into local kitchens

October 17, 2008

For the safest meal in town, you might as well go to jail. The Montgomery County jail is one of the safest dining facilities in the region, with a health inspection record better than practically every other restaurant in the New River Valley.