’Cue is our state’s signature sustenance, but with two distinct styles — eastern and Lexington — that’s typically where our agreement ends. Luckily, no matter which side of this delicious rivalry you fall on, barbecue is a food that brings people together.
When refrigeration arrived in the home kitchen, it brought delicious possibilities to the dinner table. With warmer days ahead, we’ve revived these treats from the old days.
Ready to fill your basket with the season’s goodies? Check in weekly to find out which just-picked produce is available at farmers markets from mountains to coast — and mark your calendar for special market events and festivals.
From a classic pound cake to sponges infused with some of our state’s most iconic sodas, these cakes provide a sweet reminder of home.
Cheese, please! Smoky cheese wafers, pimento cheese, and baked mac ’n’ cheese were among your favorite recipes in March. Find out what else made the list.
A record-setting hiker and North Carolina native reflects on what makes our state such an iconic part of the most famous hiking trail in the world.
Spoon North Carolina shrimp and gravy over rice or cornbread for a comforting Southern seafood dish.
North Carolina’s culinary history is rich with unlikely pairings. These dishes marry unexpected combinations of ingredients in a harmonious spread.
Whether you’re using it to add a familiar tang to your pound cake or to marinate fried chicken, buttermilk is a Southerner’s secret ingredient.
