Our region’s culinary scene blends tradition and creativity, honoring its heritage while embracing modern flavors — and oh, how delicious it is!
Larry Landolt, the founder of Tour Roanoke, has never enjoyed “work” more than he does now. The highlight is to spend time with tour guests. “It’s the most enjoyable thing I’ve done in my professional life,” he claims. In addition to starting the Downtown Food, History & Cultural Tour in 2013, Larry and his wife Marty own and operate the new Spa at Hotel Roanoke, previously the Salt Foot Sanctuary.
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Before starting The Downtown Food History & Cultural Tour, I thought a food tour was just about tasting “the best” food along a walking route. Don’t get me wrong — the quality of any meal is a critical component — but what’s equally as important are the stories that accompany the food: who prepared it, how the restaurant began, its influences and how it shapes our city’s culture.
In hosting the tour since 2013, I’ve been fortunate to discover a few nuggets that have given me an even greater appreciation for Roanoke’s food scene. Here are a few things I’ve absolutely enjoyed learning:…