Our “City Portrait” series examines North Carolina communities through the lens of a local icon, starting with Wilmington’s famed Spanish moss: “For many Wilmington residents, the beauty of sunlight through Spanish moss is simply part of a Market Street commute.” The portraits evolve into a series of downtown guides in February 2018, highlighting noteworthy places to eat, shop, and explore within a given neighborhood.
On a remote island, a family of storytellers preserves local lore and neighborly traditions, beginning with one iconic thoroughfare.
From the expanses of needlerush at Cedar Island to the lush spartina feathering the shores of Bodie and Roanoke islands, our salt marshes are the threshold to a watery world — the heartbeat of our coastal ecosystem.
From remote beaches to sunsets that dazzle before they sink into the sound, here’s where to splash, dine, and cast a line in this Outer Banks town.
Amid planning seafood spreads for friends and family, our recipe developer finds isolation and inspiration Down East.
