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From Land to Sea in Elizabeth City

Before the Pasquotank River flows into Albemarle Sound, it passes by a historic and welcoming coastal town known as the “Harbor of Hospitality.”

by Lara Ivanitch
Travel Guides

A Guide to Downtown Elizabeth City

This waterfront community has always welcomed visiting boaters with a smile. And thanks to the efforts of local business owners, visitors have plenty to smile about, too.

by Chloe Klingstedt & Connor McNeely
Travel

Hidden Gems and Local Secrets: Welcome to the High Country

Just off the beaten path, you’ll find mountain scenery, shops, adventures, and restaurants worthy of being the main attraction.

by Alysia Yates
Recipes

Cheesy Mushroom Pizza Quesadilla

Crispy slices of this “pizzadilla” are perfect for dipping into warm marinara sauce.

by Lynn Wells
Recipes

4 Vegetarian Recipes We Love

These four colorful meals let mushrooms, cheese, and vegetables take center stage — no meat necessary.

by Lynn Wells
Travel Guides

A Guide to Charlotte’s Central Avenue

A Charlotte business owner put down roots near this vibrant central corridor after finding a sense of home in its tasty international cuisine and welcoming multicultural community.

by Katie King
Restaurants

That’s Amore: Luna Pizza Café in Greenville

An ECU professor became a student of traditional Italian pizza-making, bringing his refined skills and love of good food back to his college town to open a café called Luna.

by Emily Wallace
Travel Guides

A Guide to Downtown Lenoir

This mountain town earned a reputation for shipping furniture around the world. Today, an artistic couple and a talented group of creators keep Lenoir’s legacy of fine craftsmanship alive.

by Katie King
Features

North Carolina’s Iconic Food Imports

There’s really no such thing as a Carolina bagel or Queen City gumbo. But if the following culinary traditions weren’t exactly invented in North Carolina, we’ve certainly made them our own.

by Our State Staff
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