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Meet the 2025 NCRLA Chef Showdown Semifinalists

These past two weeks have been an NCRLA Chef Showdown whirlwind. Let’s catch up on all the fun! After five preliminary rounds of culinary competition

Farmers Market Roasted Carrots Cornbread

Pro Tip: Don’t just jump to the recipe. There is lots to discover before you get there… just keep on reading! 😊 You know me,

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Earth Day 2025 with Tidewater Grain Company Rice Hulls

If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I love sharing stories about North Carolina farmers who are doing things the right way. No

Fenwick’s Restaurant in Charlotte Says Goodbye

It’s been a 40-year run for the family-owned Eastover/Myers Park based restaurant; and now it’s time. Time to say goodbye. After 40 years of business

Hidden Gems: Southern Breeze Seafood in Jacksonville NC

This is the story of a wonderful Hidden Gem in Jacksonville NC. It’s the story of sustainable seafood, fried chicken and a food truck all

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