Transforming Biltmore into a Christmas wonderland takes thousands of lights, miles of ribbon and greenery, and gallons of hot glue. But it all begins with one simple question: What would George Vanderbilt do?
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50 Festive Ways to Celebrate the Season
Fill up on gingerbread, sing carols to your heart’s content, and revel in the countless joys of the holidays in North Carolina.
Homemade Eggnog, Two Ways: One Naughty, One Nice
An eggnog milkshake deserves a sweet peppermint stick garnish. The adult version of the holiday classic merits stemware.
High Point’s Eva Rae Swing Clark is Santa’s Personal Seamstress
How many suits does one spry old elf need? Just ask Eva Rae Swing Clark, the custom tailor for High Point’s high-profile Santa.
4 Family-Owned Garden Centers Offer Yuletide Trimmings
Nature outshines even the brightest newfangled Christmas decorations. From garlands to kissing balls, homegrown, family-owned garden centers stock the holly (and the jolly) of the season.
A Coconut Cake Recipe is Both Coveted and Elusive
Topped with snowy coconut drifts and perfumed with a hint of almond, this grande dame of cakes knows how to make an entrance.
Mistletoe is North Carolina’s Most Romantic Parasite
A sprig might get you kissed, but watch out: There’s more to this plucky plant than meets the eye.
Family Tradition: Home for the Holidays
Adventures across the state can wait. At Christmas, there’s nothing like the warmth and comfort of your own house.
A Story Behind Every Christmas Tree Ornament
Handmade from Popsicle sticks and macaroni, or preserved from generations past: An ornament represents a story, a memory, a treasured entry on the timeline of our lives.
