December 2014
Penny Cunningham: Gingerbread House Champion
A Charlotte woman has developed a knack and a passion for making gingerbread houses, whether they’re designed after traditional cottages or historic hotels.
Dining
Local Loaf: Restaurant. Patisserie. Bakery.
Local Loaf owner and chef Adam Spears channels culinary mentors at his combined restaurant, patisserie, and bakery at Charlotte’s 7th Street Public Market.
Food
See Jane Bake
This mother-daughter team offers divine desserts in Greater Charlotte.
Food
Grandmother Nye: Memories and a Recipe
Food blogger Hope Yancey shares fond memories about her grandmother and her classic homemade salad dressing.
Food
Cooking with Herbs
Two herb organizations share their enthusiasm for herbs.
Food
Herb Recipes
After reading about cooking with herbs, enjoy these fresh recipes from members of the Charlotte Herb Guild.
April 2014
Easter Basket Memories
Hope Yancey’s memorable childhood Easter baskets held more than just candy and eggs.
Food
Carolina Beer Temple in Matthews
Rob Jacik and his wife Megan offer North Carolinians an easy way to enjoy local craft beer.
Food
Claire Putterman of Modern Muffin
A love for baking muffins using her own original recipes led to a bright new career for a Charlotte woman. For 23 years, Claire Putterman was a French teacher, a profession she found rewarding. She often guided students on international trips to explore France. But baking was her other passion in her spare time. “In … Continued