Butternut squash and bright, crisp apples: a sweater-weather classic.
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The Wonderful World of What-A-Burger
The 1960s architecture, croaking call boxes, and carhops toting plastic trays stacked with steaming fries and frosty shakes: What-A-Burger — the beloved North Carolina chain, not the popular Texas franchise — is a living remnant from a time when cars were king.
Ham Salad
Stuff the season’s last ripe tomatoes and serve ’em with a side of nostalgia.
Sloppy Joes
When you’re craving something old-school, nothing beats a simple sloppy Joe.
Tuna Noodle Casserole
This classic casserole is creamy, cheesy, and comes together in a snap.
Hungry? Try These 6 Classic North Carolina Drive-Ins
Here are a few regional classics of the Happy Days era.
Photo Essay: Cheese Please!
Cheesemaking is part art, part science, and wholly an expression of place. Meet the people — and the cows, goats, and buffalo — who are working magic to turn milk into a sliceable, meltable, totally irresistible taste of home.
The Taste of Summer: Bill Smith’s Simple Tomato Sandwich
The chef behind Crook’s Corner in Chapel Hill shows us how a simple summer sandwich can contain multitudes.
Blueberry Streusel Muffins
A sweet streusel topping adds an extra dash of deliciousness to these blueberry muffins.
