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Mema’s Famous Strawberry Cake in New Bern

In a cheerful kitchen in Craven County, a grandmother created a recipe that delighted her young grandson. That grandson grew up to be a chef, and the cake still holds a special place in their family — and on his menu at Cypress Hall.

by Leah Hughes
Guides

This Week at the Market

Ready to fill your basket with farm-fresh goodies? Check in weekly to find out which just-picked produce is available at farmers markets from mountains to coast.

by Our State Staff
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7 Ways to Get Outdoors in New Bern

Kayak on the Neuse, go birding in the state’s only coastal national forest, and dine al fresco by the water on a trip to this historic riverfront city.

by Robin Sutton Anders
Photo Essay

Love Where You Live

Across North Carolina, expressions of love in red, pink, and rainbow — the colors of passion and unity — are everywhere.

by Katie King
Quiz

Quiz: The Most Wonderful Time

At these holiday events across North Carolina, our hearts will be glowing and we’ll be of good cheer. After all, it is — well, you know.

by Alan Hodge
Photo Essay

North Carolina Symbols of the Season

Make it a Carolina Christmas: From the mountains to the coast, we found our state’s icons — official and honorary — in their best holiday dress.

by Katie Saintsing
Restaurants

A Neighborhood Awakening in New Bern

Five years ago, a couple moved to New Bern with a vision: open a coffee shop and change one little corner of the world.

by Kim Grizzard
Sponsored

New Bern: A Weekend Between the Rivers

Discover new favorites along the Neuse and Trent Rivers during a weekend away in one of North Carolina’s oldest — and most vibrant — cities.

by Lara Ivanitch
Guides

4 Items for Your July To-Do List

Explore, savor, experience, and celebrate what North Carolina has to offer this month.

by Our State Staff
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