A Triangle-area family mixes positive messages with scents of lilac, myrrh, tobacco, and other fragrances. Their handcrafted candles illuminate the music and culture of the African diaspora.
Made in NC: Shanti Elixirs
Jun is an ancient beverage shrouded in mystery. Made by fermenting honey and tea, its origin is uncertain. But today, a group of women near Asheville are writing their own chapter in its history.
Made in NC: Sun Raised Foods
When an alternative-energy entrepreneur turned to sheep as an eco-friendly way to help maintain the grass around panels, delicious serendipity struck in the form of lamb salami.
The Seeker
A self-proclaimed minimalist with an eye for the nostalgic sifts through estates filled with thousands of belongings to find the treasures hidden within.
A Modern Marvel in Winston-Salem
When a modernist architect found a mid-century home in disrepair, he saw an opportunity to restore the original architect’s vision.
Book Review: Carolina Built
A formerly enslaved Edenton woman became a real estate mogul, breaking barriers and making a name for herself in North Carolina history. A modern-day novelist shares her story.
A Year in This House: Kindred Spirits
A home bar stocked with mementos keeps one writer connected to the people and places that have enriched his life.
NC Sweethearts
In all aspects of North Carolina life, from faith and politics to pop culture and literature, iconic couples and their love have helped shape our state’s identity.
From Elizabeth Hudson: The Sweet Life
Our editor in chief reminisces on the candies of her childhood and the seasonal delights that filled her grandmother’s candy bowl.
Made in NC: Our Most Honorable Mentions of 2022
The 10 honorable mentions in our Made in NC Awards impressed our judges — and us! — with their incredible creativity, craftsmanship, and stories showcasing the best that North Carolina has to offer.
