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Recipes

Rocky Road Hot Cocoa

Take rich, creamy hot cocoa to the next level with pretzels, marshmallow fluff, and peanut butter.

by Lynn Wells
Quiz

Quiz: Fountains of Fizz

North Carolina pharmacists may not prescribe Pepsi anymore, but the sweet treats at these historic soda fountains can still cure a case of the blues.

by Alan Hodge
Made in North Carolina

Meet Our Makers

Each year, Our State celebrates the very best in North Carolina craftsmanship with the Made in NC Awards. Meet the five talented artisans who won top honors in 2020 — and watch them at work.

by Our State Editors
Guides

A Guide to Lexington

You might know this Piedmont city for its world-renowned barbecue — and rightfully so. But take a walk uptown, and you’ll discover so much more.

by Katie King
Guides

A Guide to Downtown Farmville

When four local businessmen sought to save their town, locals took the challenge to heart, creating a place where innovation thrives.

by Jodi Helmer
Guides

A Guide to Downtown Burnsville

Artists, chefs, and makers find inspiration in the beautiful Black Mountains that surround this charming Yancey County town.

by Jodi Helmer
Guides

Downtown: Elkin

This mountain town draws hikers and shoppers: When Main Street doubles as a hiking trail, you get the best of both worlds.

by Jodi Helmer
Travel

Neighborhood: Winston-Salem’s West End

This neighborhood was designed in 1890 as a picturesque “streetcar suburb.” It feels much the same now as it did back then.

by Jodi Helmer
Features

Seven Great Spots to Hit After a Round of Golf in Pinehurst

After 18 holes of golf — or just a day of shopping — dinner, drinks, and camaraderie at these Sandhills spots are just what the caddie ordered.

by Mark Kemp
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