Food & Drink
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Everything you want to know about Cheerwine, NC’s signature soda
It’s not just the taste that makes North Carolina-born Cheerwine special; it’s the sense of nostalgia that comes with each sip.
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Tell Us Your Favorite Bakery in North Carolina
From the the mountains to the coast and everywhere in between, North Carolina has some fantastic bakeries. Whether you’re going for cakes or cookies, breads or brownies, we want to know: What’s the best North Carolina bakery? Tell us in the form below, and we’ll announce the top choices soon!
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The top 5 ‘Leah Tries’ of 2023 includes a ‘redneck egg roll.’ For real.
From the NC State Fair to the Triad, our food feature series “Leah Tries” has chased down the best food trucks, restaurants, and dishes in the state. Here are the favorites of 2023.
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NC cafes and coffee shops that are just a little bit weird
Dinosaurs, cows, and double-decker buses: Some of these NC cafes are cozy, some are minimalist, and some are just a little bit bizarre.
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Where to tuck into a serious weekend breakfast in Raleigh and Durham
From classic diner food to fresh farm-to-table fare, both Raleigh and Durham are full of exceptional eateries serving up top-notch breakfast and brunch grub
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Farm-to-table holidays: Where to buy from local eastern NC growers
Here’s your guide to supporting your community farms while shopping for all your holiday meal ingredients from local eastern NC growers.
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Good News Friday: We found our new favorite restaurant in Greensboro
If you’ve tuned in to “Leah Tries,” you’ll definitely want to stop by this lunch spot in Greensboro. Plus: It’s officially ski season in NC!
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10 places to try on Charlotte’s Oyster Trail
We take a trip north to south to hit some of the best oyster spots Charlotte and the surrounding towns have to offer.
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10 stops for authentic Hispanic and Latin food in Raleigh, NC
From cheap Mexican cantinas to elegant tapas bars, these 10 restaurants serve the most authentic Hispanic and Latin food in Wake County
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Video, Photos: Cardinal & Pine grades the food at the NC State Fair
How do you do the NC State Fair right? By hitting the rides, checking out the exhibits, and, of course, going hogwild on the food.
