At her restaurant in downtown Durham, Preeti Waas serves homestyle Indian meals full of bold flavors and familiar comfort. The award-winning chef’s welcoming spirit invites diners to experience amazing dishes and the past that inspired them.
Happy Days At Happs Place
After returning to Jackson County and finding his favorite restaurant closed, one man revived the beloved gathering place, where diners now enjoy modern offerings surrounded by mountain history.
Want S’more? A Guide to Camp-Inspired Delights
Around the state, nostalgic treats with modern flair kindle memories of camp.
The Star of Campfire Grill
A Flat Rock restaurant pays tribute to the summer camp culture that’s deeply woven into the landscape of western North Carolina, inviting diners to revisit carefree childhood memories.
Dig Into Cozy Comfort at Southern Lunch
Nearly a century ago, a young man opened a restaurant to feed passengers leaving the old depot in Lexington. Though Southern Railway is no more, people still travel to the family-owned lunch spot for a plate full of comfort food.
A Dose of Vitamin Sea at Island Smoothie
Memories of childhood summers spent on the coast had one man dreaming of returning to Currituck County. Today, he serves frozen treats by the beaches he loves.
Historic Hospitality at The Herringbone on the Waterfront
A fine-dining establishment in Chowan County was dreamt up and built by many people — from chefs to preservationists to fishermen — all proud to call Edenton home.
A Chef’s Palette
Near Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, the owner of a Peruvian fusion restaurant approaches cooking like an artist, using peppers and spices from his home country to create colorful, flavorful meals.
The Sandwich of Surry County
In the foothills of North Carolina, the Great Depression gave rise to a simple yet delicious sandwich that can’t be found anywhere else in the state.
