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.
For 127 years, this Wilson County store has been keeping its community well supplied — by relying on people just as much as what’s on the shelves.
In art class, we learn to notice texture, form, color, and light. On the plate, those same techniques guide chefs, bakers, and makers across North Carolina, turning ingredients into compositions meant to be admired before they’re savored.
A full tray, an ice-cold sweet tea, and a midday break bring us back to our days at the K&W Cafeteria.
Explore hidden gardens and tasty places to eat and drink in Charlotte’s historic neighborhood.
