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Downtown Edenton’s social district begins service, but with more limits than others in N.C.

September 28th, 2023  · Food & Drink  · Top Stories
Downtown Edenton’s social district begins service, but with more limits than others in N.C.

Thursday is opening night in the latest Greater Outer Banks town to create an area where alcoholic drinks can be carried by restaurant patrons while browsing shops and other establishments nearby. Following more than two months of deliberations, the Edenton Town Council approved in August the establishment of a social district that covers a portion…Read More from Downtown Edenton’s social district begins service, but with more limits than others in N.C.

Decorate a gingerbread house during annual workshop at Museum of the Albemarle on Dec. 1

September 23rd, 2023  · Food & Drink
Decorate a gingerbread house during annual workshop at Museum of the Albemarle on Dec. 1

Join the Museum of the Albemarle on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 4 p.m. for a Gingerbread Workshop an annual tradition of decorating a gingerbread house. The houses will be freshly baked by Cakery by Diane. Design your house with a wide variety of candies, cookies, cereals, and more. We do the clean-up, and you…Read More from Decorate a gingerbread house during annual workshop at Museum of the Albemarle on Dec. 1

Sweater Box Confections of Nags Head wins award in N.C. Specialty Food Association 2023 Best In Taste

September 21st, 2023  · Food & Drink
Sweater Box Confections of Nags Head wins award in N.C. Specialty Food Association 2023 Best In Taste

The N.C. Specialty Foods Association recently announced winners of its 2023 Best in Taste product competition during the final virtual Summer of Learning event. The Durham Toffee Company earned grand champion honors for its Espresso Crunch, beating out a total of 163 entries across 12 categories in this year’s competition. Sweater Box Confections of Nags…Read More from Sweater Box Confections of Nags Head wins award in N.C. Specialty Food Association 2023 Best In Taste

Deadline is this Friday for events, promotions to participate in N.C. Oyster Month

September 10th, 2023  · Food & Drink
Deadline is this Friday for events, promotions to participate in N.C. Oyster Month

The N.C. Oyster Trail is seeking information on events or special promotions for N.C. Oyster Month, recognized in October. The organization wants to “shellebrate” the history, culture, economy, and ecology of oysters in North Carolina. This is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on oyster-related adventures, oyster businesses or educational programs.  An event or promotion could include a kayak…Read More from Deadline is this Friday for events, promotions to participate in N.C. Oyster Month

Outer Banks Oysters 101 with Chef Daniel Lewis

September 9th, 2023  · Food & Drink
Outer Banks Oysters 101 with Chef Daniel Lewis

Oysters are a food of lore and legend, and perhaps the most sustainable and environmentally friendly protein source on the planet. Story by Daniel Lewis, Executive Chef at Duck Woods Country Club, for the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Blog I’ve been a chef most of my life and downed a few of these briny bivalves…Read More from Outer Banks Oysters 101 with Chef Daniel Lewis

Night Out with Extension at Sanctuary Vineyards features muscadine wine, pretzels, mushrooms, infusions

September 6th, 2023  · Food & Drink
Night Out with Extension at Sanctuary Vineyards features muscadine wine, pretzels, mushrooms, infusions

Are you ready for a night out where you can enjoy learning new things while having fun? Then N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is partnering with Sanctuary Vineyards again this fall to offer a Night Out with Extension, and it’s perfect for you! Classes will be held at Sanctuary Vineyards in Jarvisburg from 5:30…Read More from Night Out with Extension at Sanctuary Vineyards features muscadine wine, pretzels, mushrooms, infusions

N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge announced, entry deadline is Oct. 2

August 31st, 2023  · Food & Drink
N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge announced, entry deadline is Oct. 2

The N.C. State Fair loves a deep-fried treat, but there is something about homemade food that warms the soul. North Carolinians are truly talented, and the Home Chef Challenge allows chefs to show off their cooking abilities with 11 days of competitions. This year’s competitions include slam-dunk sliders, Bella’s Birthday Bash, appetizers with spirit, banana…Read More from N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge announced, entry deadline is Oct. 2

North Carolina’s best chefs, mixologists honored at 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

August 22nd, 2023  · Food & Drink
North Carolina’s best chefs, mixologists honored at 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA), the driving force behind North Carolina’s $30 billion restaurant, foodservice, and lodging industries, announced the champions of the seventh annual NCRLA Chef Showdown on August 14 at the Pavilion at the Angus Barn in Raleigh, North Carolina. More than 500 attendees at the sold-out grand finale were treated to…Read More from North Carolina’s best chefs, mixologists honored at 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

Weeping Radish plans to return to its birthplace in 2024

August 21st, 2023  · Food & Drink  · Top Stories
Weeping Radish plans to return to its birthplace in 2024

North Carolina’s first microbrewery plans to return to its birthplace early next year, as the owners of Weeping Radish have announced they will be opening a tap room in Manteo. Founded by Uli Bennewitz in 1986 adjacent to The Christmas Shop on Roanoke Island, the Weeping Radish has gone through several transformations in its history….Read More from Weeping Radish plans to return to its birthplace in 2024

Entries now open for Currituck’s Homegrown & Handmade, Cornbread Bake Off contests

August 14th, 2023  · Community  · Food & Drink
Entries now open for Currituck’s Homegrown & Handmade, Cornbread Bake Off contests

Did you create, bake, grow, or preserve something extraordinary this year? Show it off at our Homegrown and Handmade contest, held during the Currituck County Planes and Plows event on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Currituck Regional Airport. Contest entries are being accepted for adults (18+) and three youth…Read More from Entries now open for Currituck’s Homegrown & Handmade, Cornbread Bake Off contests

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Food & Drink Top Stories September 28th, 2023

Downtown Edenton’s social district begins service, but with more limits than others in N.C.

Thursday is opening night in the latest Greater Outer Banks town to create an area where alcoholic drinks can be carried by restaurant patrons while browsing shops and other establishments nearby. Following more than two months of deliberations, the Edenton Town Council approved in August the establishment of a social district that covers a portion…Read More from Downtown Edenton’s social district begins service, but with more limits than others in N.C.

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Food & Drink September 23rd, 2023

Decorate a gingerbread house during annual workshop at Museum of the Albemarle on Dec. 1

Join the Museum of the Albemarle on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 4 p.m. for a Gingerbread Workshop an annual tradition of decorating a gingerbread house. The houses will be freshly baked by Cakery by Diane. Design your house with a wide variety of candies, cookies, cereals, and more. We do the clean-up, and you…Read More from Decorate a gingerbread house during annual workshop at Museum of the Albemarle on Dec. 1

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Food & Drink September 21st, 2023

Sweater Box Confections of Nags Head wins award in N.C. Specialty Food Association 2023 Best In Taste

The N.C. Specialty Foods Association recently announced winners of its 2023 Best in Taste product competition during the final virtual Summer of Learning event. The Durham Toffee Company earned grand champion honors for its Espresso Crunch, beating out a total of 163 entries across 12 categories in this year’s competition. Sweater Box Confections of Nags…Read More from Sweater Box Confections of Nags Head wins award in N.C. Specialty Food Association 2023 Best In Taste

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Food & Drink September 10th, 2023

Deadline is this Friday for events, promotions to participate in N.C. Oyster Month

The N.C. Oyster Trail is seeking information on events or special promotions for N.C. Oyster Month, recognized in October. The organization wants to “shellebrate” the history, culture, economy, and ecology of oysters in North Carolina. This is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on oyster-related adventures, oyster businesses or educational programs.  An event or promotion could include a kayak…Read More from Deadline is this Friday for events, promotions to participate in N.C. Oyster Month

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Food & Drink September 6th, 2023

Night Out with Extension at Sanctuary Vineyards features muscadine wine, pretzels, mushrooms, infusions

Are you ready for a night out where you can enjoy learning new things while having fun? Then N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is partnering with Sanctuary Vineyards again this fall to offer a Night Out with Extension, and it’s perfect for you! Classes will be held at Sanctuary Vineyards in Jarvisburg from 5:30…Read More from Night Out with Extension at Sanctuary Vineyards features muscadine wine, pretzels, mushrooms, infusions

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Food & Drink August 31st, 2023

N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge announced, entry deadline is Oct. 2

The N.C. State Fair loves a deep-fried treat, but there is something about homemade food that warms the soul. North Carolinians are truly talented, and the Home Chef Challenge allows chefs to show off their cooking abilities with 11 days of competitions. This year’s competitions include slam-dunk sliders, Bella’s Birthday Bash, appetizers with spirit, banana…Read More from N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge announced, entry deadline is Oct. 2

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Food & Drink August 22nd, 2023

North Carolina’s best chefs, mixologists honored at 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA), the driving force behind North Carolina’s $30 billion restaurant, foodservice, and lodging industries, announced the champions of the seventh annual NCRLA Chef Showdown on August 14 at the Pavilion at the Angus Barn in Raleigh, North Carolina. More than 500 attendees at the sold-out grand finale were treated to…Read More from North Carolina’s best chefs, mixologists honored at 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

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Food & Drink Top Stories August 21st, 2023

Weeping Radish plans to return to its birthplace in 2024

North Carolina’s first microbrewery plans to return to its birthplace early next year, as the owners of Weeping Radish have announced they will be opening a tap room in Manteo. Founded by Uli Bennewitz in 1986 adjacent to The Christmas Shop on Roanoke Island, the Weeping Radish has gone through several transformations in its history….Read More from Weeping Radish plans to return to its birthplace in 2024

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Community Food & Drink August 14th, 2023

Entries now open for Currituck’s Homegrown & Handmade, Cornbread Bake Off contests

Did you create, bake, grow, or preserve something extraordinary this year? Show it off at our Homegrown and Handmade contest, held during the Currituck County Planes and Plows event on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Currituck Regional Airport. Contest entries are being accepted for adults (18+) and three youth…Read More from Entries now open for Currituck’s Homegrown & Handmade, Cornbread Bake Off contests