For decades, North Carolina hardware and general stores have provided for a community’s every need. Now, many of these establishments satisfy customers’ appetites, too.
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11 Our State Recipes You Loved in June
Readers clamored for sweet and savory ways to use summer squash this month, and these crispy fritters, decadent desserts, and cheesy casseroles stole the show, plus some grilled favorites for the not-squash fans.
4 Father’s Day Recipes
One Greensboro dad showed his daughters that family and a full plate are the key ingredients to an unforgettable Father’s Day.
Grilled Barbecued Chicken With Fred’s Sauce
Growing up, recipe developer Lynn Wells remembers her dad cooking barbecue chicken over his Weber grill, patiently waiting for the just-right temperature and dousing the chicken in his signature sauce.
7 Stand-Out Barbecue Spots in Charlotte
In the Queen City, east-west divisions dissolve into a delicious scene that spans North Carolina’s signature styles of ‘cue.
50 Things You Didn’t Know About North Carolina
The history of the Old North State is peppered with little-known facts and fascinating tidbits. More than ephemera, these are the details that add color and texture to the story of our state.
Stories and Recipes From a Whole-Hog Hero
A famed Wilson County pitmaster, Ed Mitchell, shares the stories and recipes that fill his life and plate.
5 Smoking-Good Stops for Delicious Barbecue in Lexington
Dressed in a thin, tangy sauce and served with a side of red slaw, the signature style of barbecue in this city is worth the drive.
Smoke From a Distant Fire at Lexington Barbecue
Having grown up firmly on one side of the Great Barbecue Divide, a writer travels west to open her mind and expand her palate. In the Capital of ’Cue, she comes to a conclusion: It’s time to clear the air.
