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Beech Mountain

A former mayor named Fred and his trusted neighbors make the highest town east of the Rockies work.
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Five Things Every North Carolinian Should Do in February

From the Book ‘Em North Carolina Writers Conference and Book Fair in Lumberton to the Carolina Chocolate Festival in Morehead City, catch these five things every North Carolinian should do during the month of February.
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The Inn on Mill Creek

At an Asheville-area bed and breakfast, waking up is a delicious dream.
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Chef & the Farmer

In small-town Kinston, one New York couple’s big-city ambition finds a home and helps fuel this restaurant’s successful start.
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Lunch and a Legacy

At Neal’s Deli in Carrboro, Matt and Sheila Neal carve their own slice of culinary history.
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The Bakehouse

At The Bakehouse in Aberdeen, items like the black forest cake are a nod to owner Martin Brunner’s European heritage.
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Savannah Red

At Savannah Red in Charlotte, couples love it when servers ignite the caramel-bourbon sauce of the Krispy Kreme bread pudding at the table.
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Scenes and Songs

The Asheville Symphony Orchestra and Asheville Art Museum marry their artistic mediums for a performance of Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony No. 6.
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Paul’s Pastry Shop

While Paul makes other delicious pastries, the glazed doughnuts remain the best sellers at Paul’s Pastry Shop in Burlington.
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Cheesecakes by Alex

At Cheesecakes by Alex in Greensboro, you can pick 12 different flavors to build your own cheesecake wheel.
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