The N.C. State Fair loves a deep-fried treat, but there is something about homemade food that warms the soul. The Home Chef Challenge at the North Carolina State Fair encourages the continued advancement of and love for cooking through daily cooking challenges. Each day of the N.C. State Fair presents a new cooking challenge for our contestants … Read more
Jeff Miller is the owner and pit boss at Luella’s Bar-B-que, which has two locations in Asheville. Luella’s was established in 2007, but the flagship store in north Asheville didn’t open until 2009. Miller takes a lot of inspiration from his grandmother Lue. On the website for Luella’s Bar-B-Que, it reads “It’s in her kitchen … Read more
Since February is Sweet Potato Month, we are here to bring you the tastiest sweet potato recipes that are easy for anyone to whip up! North Carolina is the number one producer in the country for sweet potatoes, supplying over 55% of the nation’s supply. Wilson, Nash, Johnston, Edgecombe, Duplin, Lenoir and Martin counties are … Read more
With the Super Bowl right around the corner, this last appetizer recipe will make for the perfect viewing party. This recipe is a little different from a traditional queso, since the dip has more of a kick. This recipe is delicious as it is, although some tasters suggested trying spicy sausage. Try it with local … Read more
Charlotte-based food blogger Heidi Billotto has launched a series of blog posts about the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market. In this month’s blog she explores delicious local pork options found at the market. “The state of North Carolina is one of the nation’s leading pork producers so its no wonder so many farmers who sell meat … Read more
WRAL reporter Brian Shrader and our own Lisa Prince feature seasonal recipes in their weekly Local Dish Cooking segment. This month, Brian and Lisa feature favorite soup recipes. Windy and cold days can be common in January and February in North Carolina, making it a great time a break out the Dutch oven and try … Read more
Since 1926, the Agricultural Review has been a free newspaper published by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. For many years, The Tar Heel Kitchen was a featured column written by the department’s marketing home economist. These recipes tended to be seasonal with just a handful of ingredients. We thought these recipes needed … Read more
