Chef Lynn Wells shakes up her summer cookout with cheesy, meaty stuffed peppers that roast over open flames.
North Carolina, Naturally: Chimney Swifts
In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice learns about the birds that seemingly swim through the skies and the way they depend on humans to survive.
From Elizabeth: Shelter From the Storm
Whether it’s a childhood fort, a cozy cabin, or a tucked-away tent, our editor in chief appreciates the sanctuary we find in our little hideaways — no matter how old we get.
Hidden History: Christmas in July
In the mountains of North Carolina, a summer camp’s jolliest tradition sparked a global phenomenon.
Your Downtown Guide to Gaston County
In the walkable downtowns of Belmont, Mount Holly, and Gastonia, a local guide shares his favorite spots to grab a bite, explore outdoors, and settle in for a stay.
Crab Pie
After a beach vacation, Chef Lynn Wells brings a taste of the coast home with her recipe for crab pie, a simply seasoned, savory tart packed with jumbo lump crab meat and baked until bubbling.
North Carolina, Naturally: Waves
On the easternmost edge of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, the waves off Hatteras hold their power longer than anywhere else on the East Coast. In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice meets surfer and waterman Pat O’Neal, who helps her understand this natural phenomenon and the fun and fury the tides bring.
Hidden History: Shove Poles
In the shallow waters of Currituck, Albemarle, and Pamlico sounds, a waterman’s best insurance is a long, wooden shove pole used to propel boats and small skiffs from duck decoys to their destinations.
From Elizabeth: Holding the Line
A blue crab sandwich reminds our editor in chief that North Carolina’s delicate coastline fuels the journey from water to hand — creating a seasonal flavor that lures us back time and again.
