In downtown Edenton, a new restaurant shines with dishes inspired by local ingredients and a mother’s love.
Sip and Savor at Charlotte’s Spaghett
Italian-Carolinian creations come to life inside a former Queen City residence.
7 Historic Homes and Estates to Explore in North Carolina
Consider days gone by at these beautiful — and sometimes quirky! — historic homes from mountains to coast.
4 North Carolina Conservatories Where Plants Thrive in Winter
Step within the warmth of glass walls and discover a world of lush greenery and tropical florals — all year long.
A Slice of A&P History
Back in the day, shoppers in North Carolina flocked to their local A&P grocery stores for weekly provisions, a china rewards system, and one very memorable spice cake.
A Grandmother’s Guidance
One part love, one part generosity, one part powdered sugar: At Christmastime, a granddaughter bakes heirloom cookies from memory using the treasured tools of the women whose legacies she carries on in the kitchen.
Grandma’s Pecan Puffs
These buttery, flaky cookies are studded with chopped pecans and double-coated in powdered sugar.
In Search of Fall Color in the Blue Ridge Mountains
An Appalachian State University professor explores the mountains to find the telltale shades of autumn. Then he shares on social media the best places to find the most color in nature.
A Q&A with Our Ramblin’ Man
Each month, T. Edward Nickens roams and writes on the Carolina countryside. We sat down with the longtime Our State contributor to discuss his favorite outdoor spot in the state, the inspiration behind his columns, and his most treasured story.
