Saddled with high prices brought on by the Great Depression, enterprising North Carolinians came up with a unique way of getting around that became an international fad.
Spaghetti Squash With Sausage Ragù
Twirl spaghetti squash “pasta” in a meaty, savory ragù for a hearty and warming gluten-free dinner.
The Wild & Wonderful North Carolina Zoo
In Asheboro, come face to face with incredible animals at the world’s largest natural habitat zoo.
A Locals’ Guide to Downtown High Point
In the Home Furnishings Capital of the World, here's where to find entertainment for all ages, top-tier food and drinks, artisan-made products, and more.
The North Carolina State Toast
In 1957, the General Assembly adopted a piece by Leonora Martin and Mary Burke Kerr as our official state toast. Today, 120 years after it was written, those stirring words continue to conjure images of life in North Carolina.
Sausage & Swiss Gougères
Easy to whip up but deliciously showstopping, these bite-sized puffs will be the crowd favorite at any dinner party or picnic.
Lassie’s Showstopping Slide
In 1966, America’s favorite collie proved herself to be one cool customer as she went down Sliding Rock for an episode of one of the country’s most beloved TV shows.
Protecting the Wild Side of Grandfather Mountain
From beautiful blooms to opportunities to see native wildlife up close, the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation preserves this iconic mountain’s remarkable habitat so that visitors can experience the special site for generations to come.
The Richmond Temperance and Literary Society
In Wagram, a circa-1860 red-brick hall offers a revealing glimpse into the lives of Scottish immigrants who answered a higher calling.
