Salad with pears

Pear Salad

No boring salads here. Toss salad greens with tender pear slices, pecans, and a blue cheese vinaigrette for a burst of fresh flavors that embrace a sweet and savory balance.

Our State Gift Guide 2024

Our Holiday Gift Guide makes shopping local easy. Find gourmet goodies, fine crafts, and curated experiences for everyone on your list (and maybe even some for your wish list, too).

A Starry Season

In the 18th century, a group of German Protestants called Moravians settled in the Piedmont. Now, our state embraces their Christmas traditions and iconic star.

Magnificent Mocktails: Cranberry Mule

This sparkling sweet-and-spicy drink is the Santa-approved cup of cheer to keep you on the nice list all season long.
Fli-Back paddle with balls and yo-yos

Many Happy Returns

In 1931, a High Point salesman turned a simple child’s toy into the Fli-Back paddle ball, a worldwide sensation that entertained millions of kids — and helped create North Carolina’s very own Paddle Ball King.

Illustration of the Grove Park Inn being constructed

Lasting Luxury

A hotel with an iconic exterior has come to epitomize Asheville’s reputation as a wellness destination. At the Omni Grove Park Inn, guests come to rest, relax, and remember.