For readers in North Carolina, this page covers culinary trends, restaurant culture, recipes and food safety. Reporting spans the diverse dining landscape of the state from its coastal towns to the mountains.
Congressman-elect Jamie Ager has named a bipartisan transition committee drawn from western North Carolina's 16 counties and the Qualla Boundary.
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Do you trust your local leaders to represent your community's priorities in Washington?
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Should state governments fund food assistance for low-income Medicaid members?
A scaled-down Medicaid food program will return in early 2027 with about $25 million in funding and a narrower focus on food.
The North Carolina company utilizes surplus produce to create a new, sustainable dairy alternative.
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Do you trust Michelin's star and award system to accurately represent your local dining scene?
Ajja, Ideal's Sandwich & Grocery, and Tesoro join the Michelin Guide for exceptional value and high quality.
The annual event returns after a 27-year hiatus to honor the craftsmanship of local ham curing.
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Do you think your area's local wine industry is getting better over time?
Three Surry Community College alumni were nominated for Wine Enthusiast's 27th Annual Wine Star Awards.
Coverage takes in industry labor patterns, food safety regulation, menu development and the evolution of dining culture. Reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties, tracking developments in every corner of the state. Local food traditions remain a foundational interest that anchors the coverage against shifts in culinary trends. Seasonal production and agricultural supply chains frequently impact what appears on menus across the region.
