Tamarack Marketplace: Where Eating Local is an Experience

Hundreds of thousands of people visit Tamarack Marketplace, located off I-64 in Beckley, every year to shop for artisan goods crafted across the state. Supporting local is at the heart of this hub, and every aspect — from the products sold to the artwork exhibited and even the food served — aims to fulfill the…

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Savoring Success: Chef Christopher Dixon’s Path to Opening Christopher’s Eats

Before opening his own restaurant, Christopher’s Eats, in Barboursville in January 2013, Chef Christopher Dixon spent several years working in all sorts of kitchens throughout Florida and Louisiana.  “Between privately/family-owned establishments, corporate restaurants, quick-service, full-service, country clubs, an exclusive, seasonal living community and even a barbecue joint — they’ve all been learning experiences,” Dixon describes.…

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