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The Woven History of Biltmore Industries' Homespun Shop
History

The Woven History of Biltmore Industries’ Homespun Shop

At the height of its success, Biltmore Industries’ woolen homespun had fans around the world. Yet its story is woven deeply into the fabric of Asheville.

by Elizabeth Sims
Family Tradition: A Trip to the Reptile Rescue Center
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Family Tradition: A Closer Look at Rescued Reptiles in Kernersville

Sometimes, discovery awaits in the most unexpected places — like a shopping-center storefront in Kernersville.

by Drew Perry
Supper vs. Dinner
Features

Here’s the Thing: There’s a Difference Between Supper & Dinner

From Dixie Cups to heirloom china, Crock-Pot to pot roast: In the South, the distinction between supper and dinner dictates when, where, and what we eat.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Eight Curious Things Hiding in Plain Sight in NC
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8 Curious Things Hiding in Plain Sight in North Carolina

Our senior writer/editor put more than 8,000 miles on his car on trips around North Carolina last year. Here are eight curious sights he found on the way to somewhere else.

by Jeremy Markovich
Editor’s Column

Crafting a Good Life

Editor in Chief Elizabeth Hudson writes about her mother's love of working with her hands — crocheting, embroidering, and cross-stitching memories to last a lifetime.

by Elizabeth Hudson
Recipes

Candied Bacon Recipe

Take bacon to the next level by dredging it in a sweet and savory mixture of spices before frying. The end result is irresistible.

by Elena Brent Rosemond-Hoerr
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