Just a few cranks of the pedals off the Simon Kenton Trail bike path, and a few blocks west of downtown Urbana, is Crabill’s Hamburgers, at 727 Miami Street. Family-owned since 1927, this bite of Champaign County tradition earned a place in George Motz’s 2008 book "Hamburger America: A State-by-State Guide to 100 Great Burger Joints” and gained Roadfood.com’s “legendary – worth driving from anyplace” rating. The eight-stool diner (two more stools than the original location) serves up tiny, tasty hamburgers, or sliders, that draw hamburger aficionados from miles away and keep the locals coming back for more, generation after generation.

Call (937) 653-5133.

Robert Rothschild Farm
Robert Rothschild Farm, a family-founded company in Urbana, Ohio, has won national acclaim for its gourmet line of preserves, mustards, dips, sauces and sweet toppings. Recognition has come from the Sofi Awards, Napa Valley World-Wide Mustard Competition, the Scovie Awards and America's Best Food awards, to name just few.

Robert Rothschild Farm products are made in a 51,000-square-foot facility on the farm where the company was founded in 1976. The products are available online www.robertrothschild.com, by phone (800-356-8933), at fine stores across the U.S. and at the Le Gourmet Chef store on site, at 3143 E. U.S. Highway 36, Urbana, (937) 652-2164.

Explore the KitchenAid Factory in Greenville to find the number one American made stand mixer.  During this one-hour walking tour, guests will be escorted through the KitchenAid factory.  Visitors can browse through antique KitchenAid memorabilia and shop for first quality KitchenAid products, accessories, gourmet foods, other well-crafted kitchen items as well as refurbished KitchenAid products at factory direct prices. The KitchenAid Experience features live cooking demonstrations and hands-on projects for the visitor.

Information on KitchenAid is available at www.kitchenaid.com or by contacting the Darke County Visitors Bureau at 800-504-2995 or www.discoverourlegends.com

From the shops in Switzerland to the upscale stores in New York and San Francisco, one would expect to find a high-end artisan chocolate to tempt their taste buds, but in a small, farming community in the heart of the Midwest? Ghyslain Chocolatier located in Union City, was founded by Ghyslain Maurais who has created high-end chocolates that rival the best chocolatiers in the world. What makes Ghyslain’s chocolates even more unique was the development of his signature hand-painted chocolates.

Information is available at www.ghyslain.com or from the Darke County Visitors Bureau 800-504-2995 or www.discoverourlegends.com

In the adorable town of West Liberty, nestled in a refurbished train depot is Marie’s Candies. Marie’s Candies opened its doors in 1956, and its reputation for old-fashioned, high-quality candies spread across the countryside.  During a visit of Marie’s today, you’ll receive delicious free samples of chocolates and candies.  Staff members will share the history of this candy company that will make the story of the business come to life.

Information is available at www.mariescandies.com or from the Logan County Visitors Bureau at 1-888-LOGANCO or www.logancountyohio.com

Established in the late 1800’s and now in its 4th generation of family ownership, Winans Fine Chocolates and Coffees in Piqua is one of the oldest family owned and operated chocolate confectionaries in the country. You will love the wonderful assorted chocolate selections, hand-wrapped caramels and delicious brittles. You can also enjoy the freshly roasted coffee bean selections. Winans, the best resource for premium chocolates, handmade the same way for generations, fresh roasted gourmet coffees and gifts that delight everyone.

Information is available at www.winanscandies.com or from the Miami County Visitors Bureau 800-348-8993 or www.visitmiamicounty.org

The Spot Restaurant made its beginnings with a man named Spot Miller who in 1907 brought his chuckwagon into town and set-up business at the corner of Court Street and Ohio Avenue in downtown Sidney. The current facility is a fine example of the streamlined Art Moderne architectural style with its smooth, unornamented wall surface faced with gleaming white porcelain tile. The restaurant has been featured on the cover of Ohio Magazine.

Information is available at www.thespottoeat.com or from the Shelby County Visitors Bureau 866-892-9122 or www.visitsidneyshelby.com

The Winery at Versailles is located in Darke County.  The Winery offers many opportunities to unwind and relax in a country setting.  Take a tour of the facility. Sit a spell while sampling an array of wines, everything from dry Cabernets to fruity Catawbas to Ports and sparkling wines.  Browse the gift shop to purchase wine and wine-related items.  The Winery also offers gourmet dinners, “Steak Fry” nights, a wine and jazz festival and many other special events throughout the summer months.

To learn more, visit www.wineryatversailles.com or contact the Darke County Visitors Bureau at 800-504-2995 or www.discoverourlegends.com

Balyeats Coffee Shop.  A Van Wert tradition since 1924, Balyeat’s Coffee Shop offers daily specials with dinners that are priced just right.  The food is made from scratch, no processed this or powdered that.  The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  No credit cards are accepted. 

More information is available at www.visitvanwert.org or by calling the Van Wert Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at  877.989.2282.