Hikers visit Dry Falls in Franklin County.

Put ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-35 minutes, until puffed and golden. Remove from oven, and let stand for 5 minutes. With a flexible spatula, remove strata to

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Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

[caption id="attachment_143366" align="alignright" width="217"] Brenda Coates opened The Brandy Bar in Hendersonville’s Historic Seventh Avenue Depot District.[/caption] It’s hard to pin down the moment exactly. It may have been somewhere

Chopped Italian Salad, Blackened Cod, and Carrot Cake

11 Our State Recipes You Loved in April

Easter treats, simple salads, and nostalgic dinners filled our kitchens this month. From carrot cake to cucumber salad, these recipes helped readers channel flavors of springtime.

by Our State Staff

Spinning Spider cheeses on a board

Taste of Spring

In Search of Mountain Cheeses

A curd connoisseur travels to the Blue Ridge to find the pastures, caves, and people shaping western North Carolina’s most memorable cheeses.

by Hannah Lee Leidy

Flat of soft shell crabs

Make It Snappy

Brief but delicious, soft-shell crab season is cherished by diners as well as the folks who work around the clock to put these native pinchers on our plates.

by Ryan Stancil

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Where to Find Ramps in Western NC

Ramp season may be fleeting, but when the wild onions start appearing in our state, these five farm markets and roadside produce stands share the brief but beloved bounty.

by Our State Staff

Sodas at Rocky's Grill

A Taste of Our State

North Carolina Soda

Here’s to the pharmacists whose dreams of tasty tonics led to a legacy worth toasting.

by Sheri Castle & Lindsay Gramling

Meatballs in North Carolina Soda Sauce

This dish is popular party fare. All you need to do to set the table is put out toothpicks and napkins. This recipe also makes a nice dinner when served with something to sop up the tangy sauce.

by Sheri Castle

Corn pudding, butter-poached chicken, warm potato salad

3 Winning Recipes for a Spring Chicken Dinner

When it comes to poultry, the best is raised close to home.

by Lynn Wells

Butter-poached chicken thighs

Butter-Poached Chicken Thighs

After trying a friend’s butter-poached chicken hot from the smoker, Chef Lynn Wells created an oven-friendly version for a flavorful dish that comes together right in the kitchen.

by Lynn Wells

Corn pudding

Corn Pudding

A custardy corn pudding makes a savory-sweet accompaniment to any main dish.

by Lynn Wells

Hot Potato Salad

Hot Potato Salad

Roast boiled potatoes until crispy and then toss them in a tangy dressing for a cozy twist on this traditional side.

by Lynn Wells

Tuna dish at Voyce Bistro

African Culinary Traditions Come to Wilmington’s Seafood Scene

Inspired by family, culture, and community, a husband-and-wife team reimagines coastal classics at Voyce Bistro.

by Ashley Parsons

Magnificent Mocktails: Warmer Days

Inspired by a Tom Collins cocktail, this non-alcoholic riff pairs bright lemon with sweet elderflower for an effervescent springtime refreshment.

by Mark Weddle

Platter of brisket and sides from Longleaf Swine

Oak City Smoke

In the heart of Raleigh, at the intersection of modern and traditional, Longleaf Swine puts in the time to cook barbecue with care.

by Eric Ginsburg

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