Amid the season’s glittering lights and gleaming ornaments, one golden bauble shines brighter than the rest. In North Carolina, a cheese ball is the star around which all holiday gatherings orbit.
DECEMBER 2023
The 12 Days of Christmas, Reimagined
We took some, ahem, creative liberties when we combed through Our State’s archives to find a few favorite stories that carry the tune of a Christmas classic.
Grandma’s Pecan Puffs
These buttery, flaky cookies are studded with chopped pecans and double-coated in powdered sugar.
Irish Potato Cake
This nutty, spiced vintage recipe features a surprising secret ingredient: mashed potatoes.
Moravian Christmas Tree Cookies
These holiday cookies are a spiced treat descended from recipes dating back to the 1700s.
Festive Fare: 4 Vintage Holiday Recipes
From decades-old family recipes to a centuries-old Carolina cookie, we’re filling our holiday tables with dishes that have stood the test of time.
Year of the Trail: 3 Urban Trails
Each month, we’re celebrating North Carolina’s official Year of the Trail by exploring amazing places to hike, bike, walk, and play across the state.
