North Carolinians need not depend on the luck of the Irish to see green. With our islands and parks, greenways and fairways, mosses and ferns, all we have to do is look around.
North Carolinians need not depend on the luck of the Irish to see green. With our islands and parks, greenways and fairways, mosses and ferns, all we have to do is look around.
The arrival of warmer afternoons makes it a wonderful time to stroll through a historic waterfront locale. From centuries-old landmarks and historical tours to local restaurants and shops, here’s how to spend a spring day in this Chowan County town.
Before a chef served elegant charcuterie, she was a young girl discovering refined flavors at the local Hickory Farms shop.
In the North Carolina Foothills, a music program — and its talented host — celebrates the diverse genres that have shaped our musical landscape.
Dig into a Foothills feast at these four institutions, where communities come together over dishes made with beloved recipes and local ingredients.
These regional icons and worldwide phenomenons offer a distinct taste of place.
From breweries and coffee shops to timeless establishments worthy of a special occasion, these independent eateries are dining mainstays in the Gate City.
Readers gifted sweet confections and whipped up game-day worthy dips and chili this month, as well as found warmth in cozy stews, curries, and cakes. Here’s what topped the list in February.
Butter Swims were once a boon for time-strapped cooks. This is the type of recipe that many home chefs would keep near the front of the recipe box or taped inside a cabinet door, assuming they didn’t know it by heart.
Whether it’s hidden in a pie crust or glistening atop a biscuit, in North Carolina, good butter never goes unappreciated.
Before a chef served elegant charcuterie, she was a young girl discovering refined flavors at the local Hickory Farms shop.
This creamy, veggie-studded spread adds a fun, dip-ready component to level up cheese and crackers. Save any leftovers for your morning bagel or a sandwich.
Discover places to explore in Cashiers, Dillsboro, and Sylva.
Whether by boat, foot, trolley, or candlelight, these six essential experiences help you step into the past in this historic coastal community.
On your way to Lake James, make time for this McDowell County town where you can experience the work of local artists, shop for gourmet goodies, and pause for coffee or breakfast sandwich.
Forest City might be known for its extravagant Christmas lights, but this thriving downtown welcomes visitors all year to visit a soda fountain, shop for home decor, and visit a quirky museum.
This Stokes County town is a welcoming stopover for hikers to pick up baked goods, see vintage cars, and sip a craft beer.
In Elkin, easy access to trails makes this town a favorite for adventurers, and art enthusiasts flock to the famous Reeves Theater for performances and productions.
North Carolinians need not depend on the luck of the Irish to see green. With our islands and parks, greenways and fairways, mosses and ferns, all we have to do is look around.
Sunset Fiberworks and Penland School of Craft help shape the Yadkin Valley’s next generation of weavers.
A group of wordsmiths in Lenoir share a love of storytelling and the Foothills that inspire them.
On a dozen rolling acres behind the former Patterson School in Caldwell County, the Western North Carolina Sculpture Center and Park has transformed a patch of nature into a vast gallery.
Wear your charms, chase leprechauns, and wish upon every star — when it comes to hitting the shot in the ACC Tournament, nothing compares to being in the right place at the right time.
The ACC Basketball Tournament has produced many shared memories for hoops fans in our state. Here are some favorites from over the years.
Watch here to learn how a landmark lecture from Frank Lloyd Wright and the vision of School of Design Dean Henry Kamphoefner influenced aspiring architects to reimagine North Carolina living.
A landmark lecture given by Frank Lloyd Wright in Raleigh in 1950 heralded the recently formed School of Design at North Carolina State College as a driving force in modernist architecture.
Around 150 years ago, a group of freedmen and -women established a kingdom in Henderson County that flourished, faded, then disappeared. New research is bringing the true origins of the community to light.
