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Agritourism, Appealing and Authentic? Shahab Nazariadli, founder of VQMethod, is a PhD graduate from North Carolina State University in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management. He worked at People-First Tourism research lab, the first NC State’s tech-based social venture from 2014 to 2018, founded by Dr. Duarte Morais. Nazariadli’s research interests hover around [...]

When exploring our area, we try not to use pat phrases, such as ‘hidden gems.’ We’ll make an appropriate exception, with pride, to share the Crown Jewel, specifically, the Gardenia ‘Crown Jewel,’ selected from a controlled cross and developed by Oakmont Nursery. Meet the talented Philip Dark, the 2017 NC [...]

When we first learned about the family-owned House of Hops joining the mix of places to enjoy craft beer in our area, we were thrilled. They were immediately engaging, sharing information about their timeline and plans. We initially met a few members of the House of Hops team including Keith Bowler (co-owner) [...]

We’ve seen the farmers’ market and food trucks, plus festivities at the Oasis Open Air Market, and now, we welcome Oasis Fresh Market. Open now, they offer a variety of products made in North Carolina and some international items that are favorites for many of their customers. An interest in focusing [...]

Peppercorn is a venue that welcomes groups for special occasions, dinners, receptions, and a variety of festivities. They’ve hosted annual Mardi Gras festivities, Artoberfest, and many special occasions; the place transforms beautifully, as the theme directs. The meaning of peppercorn The peppercorn was once such a rare spice that in the 15th century, explorers [...]

Years ago, Karen Pullen embarked on an amazing endeavor, restoring a historic home within walking distance of downtown Pittsboro. It was not just any home; moreover, it would become a significant place for travelers because Karen opened her home for guests at this bed & breakfast. Two decades were filled [...]

A vegetarian walks into a seafood place. It’s really not the start of a lame joke; rather, it’s a perspective of how one vegetarian was able to eat very well alongside other Postal Fish Company guests, at the oyster bar section of the restaurant. Pittsboro’s seafood restaurant has a focus on [...]

Join us in learning about our craft beverage leaders in our series featuring some pretty incredible women entrepreneurs. Maureen Ahmad, Chatham Cider Works Summarize your background, your path to what you’re doing now, and/or whether you’re transitioning from full-time day job to this or if you’re managing it all. I started as a [...]

Taking a group to tour places requires precision in planning. Itineraries are scheduled to the minute and with minutiae, and if you’re like us, you provide plenty of cushion for coffee breaks, extra questions, etc. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you have enough flexibility to shift the day just enough that [...]