Key Takeaways Stokes County offers a culinary adventure beyond outdoor activities, featuring top local eateries and unique flavors. Visit King Hailey’s Bakery and Oma’s Coffee Shop for delicious baked goods and coffee in the area. Experience hearty meals at the River Rock Cafe and find fresh meats at Mitchell’s Butchery…

Eden, N.C. is bringing the heat this June! Fire up your weekends with stunning clay creations at the 23rd Annual Piedmont Pottery Festival on June 6th, then rock out on June 20th at Oink & Ale with mouthwatering BBQ, craft brews, and axe-throwing. It’s the ultimate summer vibe!

Ditch the digital noise for a dinner that’s basically a hug for your soul. Picture flickering candles, canal-side vibes, and local eats so fresh they’re practically still introduced to the soil. It’s a biannual "fever dream" of rustic elegance where strangers become neighbors and every bite tells a story.

From "dry" history to world-class gin! Sip award-winning Cardinal Gin in Kings Mountain, where heritage meets high-proof botanical magic.

Global flavors meet hometown heart in Kings Mountain! Iris Hubbard’s 133 West serves soulful meals and a true sense of belonging.

Experience historic New Bern’s spring charm with blooming palace gardens, riverside strolls, and sophisticated cocktails at the elegant Baxter’s 1892.

Escape to King, North Carolina, for a cozy February getaway featuring historic charm, upscale dining, and secret speakeasy cocktails.

Escape to Fontana Village Resort for a romantic Smoky Mountain Valentine’s weekend featuring cozy lodging and an indulgent six-course chef’s dinner.

Explore the Smokies from this historic village! Enjoy lakeside cabins, the tallest dam, and legendary drives near beautiful Fontana Lake.

Step into 1889 charm at Bristol Café! Savor historic vibes and locally-sourced comfort food that makes every Statesville bite legendary.