There’s something about grilled chicken with barbecue sauce that screams summer. This scratch-made sauce is easy to whip up, and tastes as good as — if not better than — your favorite store-bought brand.
june 2017
Best-Kept Secrets in the Triad: Goat Lady Dairy
This family-run farm in Randolph County is on a mission to connect its urban neighbors with the land, educating the community on sustainability and the local food movement.
Kure Beach Pier is a Family Affair
The 19 piers along the North Carolina coast are beloved meeting places. The one at Kure Beach has been attracting friends, families, and fishermen longer than any of them.
Like a Local: Williamston
Like the river it’s situated next to, Williamston is a steady force in northeastern North Carolina. From a decades-old oyster bar to a barn-turned-bed-and-breakfast, the town boasts surprises at every turn.
Old Wooden Docks Are Where Summer Memories Are Made
For fishing, floating, jumping off, or just sitting, nothing compares to the delight of a dock.
Family Tradition: An Afternoon Well Spent at Rudd Farm
Every kid should spend a day on the farm, learning about how his food is grown. A generous helping of sweet corn, eaten right in a Guilford County field, is just a bonus.
Home Away From Home at the Gideon Ridge Inn in Blowing Rock
Stunning mountain views accompany every moment, from tea on the terrace to dinner in the conservatory, at this storied summer home in Blowing Rock.
Backyard Brewery: A Look at Durham’s Ponysaurus
Ponysaurus Brewing Company stands at the center of a green oasis as if conjured from your imagination. But it’s what’s inside that makes this Durham hangout so enchanting.
Stanbury is Changing the Capital City’s Palate, One Dish at a Time
One of the most popular restaurants in Raleigh — and its adventurous, innovative menu — is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, hidden in plain sight.
