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Whether you are a long time resident or new to the area, you’ll find local & regional events and destinations in the Destination Magazine™ that will have you saying “I never knew that was there.”

The Destination Magazine™ is not a historical document, we will not write about spectacular events you’ve missed. If you are seeking new destinations to explore on your own, or ideas for things to do with friends and family you will find a new experience every month in the Destination Magazine™ .

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Skull Camp’s Triple Crown Experience: Beer, Barbecue & Wine 12 Salisbury and Rowan County: Where Beer, Arts & Ag Come Together 14 Hendersonville Restaurant Week Showcases Flavorful Culinary Scene 16 Brasstown Craft Chocolates Is A Diamond In The Ruff

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Everything Has A Story

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Le Petit Restaurant With A Big Davidson Flare

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Modern Amenities With A Curtsy To The Timeless.

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A Whole New Style Of Indian Restaurant

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Elkin’s Reeves Theater Given New Life as Music Venue & Café

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Surry Sonker Trail Showcases A Tasty Confection

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Catch The Elusive Bigfoot On His Stomping Grounds

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Locally Owned Restaurants Touting A Variety Of Cuisines

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DayTrip Destinations Carolina Thunderbirds Professional Hockey February Home Stands March 2nd, 3rd, 17th, 24th, 25th. Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Annex, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, Carolina Thunderbirds Individual Tickets are NOW ON SALE and can be purchased the following ways: Carolina Thunderbirds Individual Game Tickets. Call: 1.800.745.3000 – Ticketmaster or at the gate.

of Dan. Call Zeb Hicks at 276952-2670 for more information. www.poorfarmersmarket.biz

Wine & Cheese Weekend Saturday March 3rd 12pm–Sunday 4th 5pm Dobbins Creek Vineyard, 4430 Vineyard View Ln, Hamptonville, NC 27020, Join Dobbins Creek and the Vineyards of Swan Creek Saturday, Each vineyard will pair a cheese locally produced in Ashe County, NC with award winning wines. Stop by for some great wine and cheese this weekend! dobbinscreekvineyards.com

Sip and Seek Bridal Show Sunday March 4th 1pm–4pm Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078. Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding! Join us at Rural Hill for wedding inspiration. Door prizes will be drawn ever y half hour ; winners must be present to win. www.ruralhill.net

Meadows of Dan Jam Saturday March 3rd 2pm–5pm Poor Farmer’s M a r k e t , 2 6 1 6 J e b S t u a r t H w y, Meadows of Dan, VA 24120, Poor Farmer’s Market stage in Meadows

Biere de Femme Beer Festival Saturday, March 3rd 1pm–6pm The Raleigh Beer Garden, 614 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603. The festival will take place from 1-6pm for VIP ticket holders and at 2-6pm for genral public. www.bieredefemmefest.com

St. Patrick’s Day Parade–Downt o w n M o o r e s v i l l e S a t u r d a y, Mar ch 10th 3pm–5pm N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115. Don something green and head to downtown, when bagpipers, Irish wolfhounds and dancers

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Destinations make their way down Main Street. wreath made from RayLen grapewww.downtownmooresville.com vines! There will be live music by James Vincent Carroll, and food Cherokee Heritage Day Saturday for purchase from Mojito Mobile March 10th 10am–5pm Community Kitchen. Wreath-making supplies Museum of the Cherokee Indian, will be provided. One wreath per 598 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC 28719. person. www.ncwine.org The Museum of the Cherokee Indian offers a family-friendly fun day Hendersonville Restaurant Week of free cultural activities including Thursday March 15th–Saturday traditional dancing, stor ytelling, 24th Various Locations, Henderc u l t u r a l a r t s d e m o n s t r a t i o n s , sonville, NC, This multi-course g e n e a l o g y w o r k s h o p s , h a n d s - dining experience is for a two on craf t workshops and more. course lunch or brunch menu, or a www.visitcherokeenc.com three course dinner menu (excluding beverages, tax and gratuity).

Vines & Wines Crafternoon Menu prices for each restaurant S a t u r d a y M a r c h 1 0 t h R a y L e n will be listed on the HendersonVineyards & Winery, 3577 US-158, ville Restaurant Week website Mocksville, NC 27028, Join us for www. hendersonvilleRW.com an afternoon of crafting and create your own beautiful grapevine Continued On Page 8

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Spring Fling Charity Disc Golf Tour na ment S a t u r d a y M a r c h 17th Round Peak Vineyards Disc G o l f C o u r s e , 7 6 5 R o u n d Pe a k Church Rd, Mt Air y, NC 27030, Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, support local farmers’ markets, and spend the morning on our beautiful vineyard disc golf course! All proceeds from the Spring Fling Tournament will be donated to support Surr y County Farmers’ Markets in the Mt. Airy, Elkin and Dobson communities. Enjoy beer, wine & food on our covered patio overlooking the vineyard course www.roundpeak.com

running in Sylva, North Carolina is no exception. How does running a seven-mile mountain trail race with 2,770 feet of elevation gain sound? Trail runners who compete in the Assault on BlackRock trail race will summit BlackRock at 5,810 feet- and that’s just the halfway point of the race. The trail race weaves through the spruce forests along the spine of the Plott Balsam Mountains on challenging gravel and dirt roads. The final summit comprises of 650 feet gain in 1/3 mile on steep single track. www.facebook.com

The Green River Revival Saturday March 17th U.S. National Whitewater, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, The festivities begin with the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run, where participants will need the luck of the Irish to avoid or embrace the green dye as they run their way through the trail system. Live music begins at 11am on the River Jam stage, and the colorful action continues at Assault on Blackrock Saturday 1pm when we turn the whitewater March 17th Pinnacle Park, 2110 green. www.visitgaston.org Fisher Creek Rd, Sylva, NC 28779, Trail running is extreme, and trail Fifty Shades of Green Saturday March 17th South Creek Vineyards & W i n e r y, 2 2 4 0 S C r e e k R d , Nebo, NC 28761, Ever yone is a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Joel Curtis plays the vineyard deck at 1pm. Tasting room opens at 11am with wine tasting for a nominal fee; music begins at 1pm. www.ncwine.org

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Destinations Cars in The Village Saturday Mar ch 17th 8am–11am Tr ump National Golf Club, 120 Trump square, Mooresville, NC 28117, Show off your car to your neighbors and fellow car admirers.

Trump Bakery will provide coffee and doughnuts for your enjoyment. There is no cost to enter. www.facebook.com

made their way to Historic Latta Plantation in celebration of the Celtic culture James Latta once hailed from. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, you can celebrate all things Celtic by enjoying live music, food and beer vendors, arts and crafts vendors, historic Celtic warriors and heritage demonstrations. Children will enjoy story times, dancing, visiting the farm animals and more. This year our Celtic Festival will feature a special Sunday per for mance

by Master Fiddler Jaime L aval. www.lattaplantation.org

Historic Latta Plantation Celtic Festival Saturday Mar ch 17th 10am–Sunday 18th 4pm Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, This is it, the event you’ve been waiting all year for, it’s back… The Latta Mountains-to-Sea Trail GatherCeltic Festival. For the last six years ing of Friends Annual Meeting spectators from near and far have Friday March 23rd–Sunday 25th

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Tap into the new Brews in Elkin, with multiple craft brewery locations and local eateries to choose from – serving wood fire pizza to downhome BBQ… Check out our website for lots of great restaurants and live music happening in Elkin.

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Coley Hall at the Liberty, 222 E Main St, Elkin, NC 28621, Join in the fun and explore Elkin like never before! Come to the Gathering of Friends event celebrating 41 years of the MST, which is now along Elkin’s downtown Main Street where the event is being held. Dozens of events planned for this 3-day event. www.whatsupinelkinnc.com 14 t h A n n u a l O y s t e r R o a s t Saturday March 24th RayLen Vineyards, 3577 US-158, Mocksville, NC 27028, Please join us for a “shuckin” good time for our 14th annual Oyster Roast! The Full Moon Oyster Bar will be on site serving up their delicious oysters on the half shell, fish sandwiches, crab,

and much more! Ticket purchase includes a glass of wine, parking, and live music by Cap ‘N Dar! Tickets are $5 in advance/ $10 day- of. Available for pur chase via our website or by phone. www.ncwine.org

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Destinations Eggstravaganza Saturday March 31st 10am–2pm North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205, Eggstravaganza features Zoo animals hunting for treats in their exhibits. In keeping with the Easter celebration, the treats are hidden inside decorative paper-machÊ eggs made by Zoo volunteers. www.nczoo.org Wheels Through Time Opening Day! Thursday April 5th, 62 Vintage Ln, Maggie Valley, NC 28751. Visitors from ever y state and over 50 countries around the world made the trip to Wheels Through Time in Maggie Valley, North Carolina in 2017. www.wheelsthroughtime.com

NC Wine & Beer Festival at The Farm Saturday April 7th The Farm at 95, 215 Batten Rd, Selma, NC 27576, Sip local craft beverages, sample amazing chef inspired menus from foods sourced from area farms, and shop local vendors and artisans. Come out and see what makes our state so great and sit back and relax on the farm with a Bedlam Vodka commemorative glass in one hand and a tasty North Carolina-inspired treat in the other! There will be three awesome bands strumming along on the main stage and lots of local shopping to be had for all. www.thefarmnc.com

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Skull Camp’s Triple Crown Experience: Beer, Barbecue & Wine

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it the trifecta on food and Brewery in a building on the same drinks in Elkin with a visit to piece of property as the smokehouse, the new Skull Camp Brewery which opened this past fall. & Smokehouse.

For foodies, the menu is versatile Skull Camp offers the rare and includes vegan and vegetarian combination of craft brewery, wine options, but smoked meats are lounge and full-service smokehouse definitely the focus. all under one roof. And to make it even more appealing, that roof sits “We smoke brisket, pulled pork, on top of a renovated 1941 two-story ribs, chicken, pulled chicken and rustic wood building with fireplaces various specials with smoked fish,” and a cozy atmosphere.

Gulaian says. “We also do a lot of handmade burgers and our smoked The multi-pronged concept wings are popular, too.” brings together Gulaian’s three passions – smoked meats, craft beers and artisan wines. The Skull Camp brand started several years ago as a second line of wines at Round Peak Vineyards. In 2014, Gulaian launched the Skull Camp

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a version of red ale with chardonnay grapes, and a version of porter with cabernet sauvignon grapes.

Skull Camp is located North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley wine country, so those wishing to taste vino have ample options at the wine loft.

Skull Camp wines are available for tasting, or patrons can buy bottles of Round Peak wines and other Yadkin Valley wines on both levels.

Skull Camp Brewery & SmokeFor beer lovers, there’s an house is currently open Thursday extensive selection of Skull Camp through Sunday, 11am to 11pm, with beers – up to 14 on tap at a time, plans to expand to six days a week. along with guest taps from North Skull Camp Brewery Carolina breweries and cideries.

Each fall, Gulaian takes grapes from the vineyards for use in the brewing process. Examples include

& Smokehouse 2000 N. Bridge St., Elkin, NC 28621 • 336-258-8124 www.SkullCampBrewing.com

ZAiKA Indian Cuisine Authentic yet Innovative

New Style Indian Restaurant Daily Lunch Buffet

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Salisbury and Rowan County: Where Beer, Arts & Ag Come Together

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f you’re looking to slow down the pace a bit while still enjoying plenty of culture and craft beer, Salisbury and Rowan County are Historic Park Amphitheater include calling your name. the Lauren Light Duo, Lilly Brothers and Sassafrass. In between, The Craft beer will be the focal point Trailblazers and other bands will as the Rowan County Tourism perform on the small stage in Gold Development Authority kicks off Hill Village.

Rowan Arts & Ag, a series of events celebrating arts and agriculture Morgan Ridge Railwalk Brewery together, with a craft beer festival in and Eatery, located at 421 North Lee historic Gold Hill in honor of NC Beer Street in Salisbury, is an extension Month. Weekend Arts & Ag events o f M o r g a n R i d g e V i n e y a r d & will follow throughout the year as Brewhouse of Gold Hill. Owners the county highlights its vibrant arts Continued On Page 37 community and agricultural roots.

The Rowan Arts & Ag Beer Festival will be held April 7 from 3 – 8pm at Gold Hill Mines Historic Park and Village, featuring Morgan Ridge Railwalk Brewery and Eatery and New Sarum Brewing Company, both of Salisbury, and Carolina Malt House of Cleveland, supplier of custom malts from grain grown in the Carolinas.

Artisans and vendors will sell handcrafted items, and bands will perform rock, folk, bluegrass and “NewGrass” music on two stages.

Food trucks will be on site, and a kids’ entertainment area will be provided. Live performances on the main stage at Gold Hill Mines

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Hendersonville Restaurant Week Showcases Flavorful Culinary Scene

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endersonville continues to impress Blue Ridge travelers with its evolving culinar y scene. Downtown alone is home to 25 independent restaurants.

The lineup of restaurants includes a variety of eateries, ranging from elegant fine dining to upscale casual to tasty pubs, plus a food truck at a cidery.

This month, Hendersonville joins the ranks of other metropolitan areas by introducing its own Restaurant Week. From March 15 to March 24, restaurants throughout Henderson County will offer multi-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus that showcase the quality and originality coming from area kitchens.

Postero, a must-visit restaurant on Main Street, is known for its open kitchen and fresh take on American classics made from local ingredients and served in an upscale setting.

Never Blue is one of the more creative restaurants participating, with its internationally influenced tapas-style menu and great cocktails.

“The dining scene in Hendersonville is growing, so this is the restaurants’ time to shine,” says organizer Laura Huff. “It’s a great way for restaurants to share favorite dishes or new things they’re doing.”

Newcomer Brooks Tavern, which opened in downtown Hendersonville this past fall, will show off its friendly Cheers-like atmosphere and hearty bar fare.

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Timeless Accommodations

Merge tradition with modernity.

Beyond downtown, Season’s at Highland Lake is an enticing option with its classic dining room, sustainably sourced ingredients and beautiful lakeside setting. “ We want to educate people about the things we do here,” says Peter Fassbender, director of food and beverage for Season’s. “In addition to fine dining, we do lunch and breakfast and Sunday brunch.

We do banquets and buffets, wine dinners and cooking classes.”

Bold Rock Hard Cider in Mills River will ser ve diners from its on-site food truck specializing in barbecue. The food truck is one of the newest additions to the tasting room, which provides cider tastings and tours, along with a regular schedule of live music.

A Feast For The Senses Taste, catch, shuck and savor.

Several lodging partners offer special rates or packages during Restaurant Week, such as stay two nights and get a third night free.

To see participating restaurants and menus, or access lodging specials or just learn about Hendersonville visit www.HendersonvilleRW.com or call (800) 828-4244.

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Surry County Wine Trail Visit 15 Wineries In The Heart Of North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley

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Brasstown Craft Chocolates Is A Diamond In The Rough

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ho doesn’t like chocolate?

Stepping into Brasstown Craft Chocolates shop peaked so many senses from the smells, and tastes, to learning about the different cocao beans and the flavors they offer. So many to choose from... I had to try them all! From the Peruvian, Venezuelan, Ecuador, Dominican and Nicaraguan. The flavors exploded in your mouth; citrus, ginger, and coffee, oh my!

Chocolatiers Rom and Pat have the connections where they deal with the cocao bean farmers directly, using only the finest ingredients.

Brasstown Craft Chocolates is like finding a diamond in the rough; who knew such an amazing little

pocket in Winston-Salem had a world renowned, award winning Chocolate Bar Shop. Brasstown Chocolate is not just any chocolate shop selling their fine artisan chocolates at West End Millworks; try a Yoga class at the Breathing Room, then go grab a bon bon, walk over for lunch at The Porch. Then go get another bon bon and then stroll over to Hoots for a beverage or Sutler’s Gin, and finish off your day with a Brasstown artisan chocolate bar. Oh, did I mention the bon bon’s?

Well that’s a whole other story!

Brasstown Craft Chocolates 1151 Canal Dr #106, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (336) 818-8005 brasstownchocolate.com

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Everything Has A Story

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hen we sat down at M c A d e n v i l l e Ta b l e & Market with co - owner John Baily, I started out asking about the deli, the market, the triple counter with fresh meat, seafood and cheeses. The ready to eat meals, sides and nibbles in the refrigerator, and the materials used to build this rich, reclaimed restaurant.

brick was carefully carried in from one of the old buildings pictured in the bar. Patrons in the market area can purchase items from the original shelves of the town library, which was the first public library in the Piedmont of NC. Reserved for the wine rack and bar tops, the wood John sat back and smiled and was taken from the roof system said “everything has a story.” I knew of Mill #1, while the stamped, tin then this was my kind of place. shingles located above the bar and butcher counter are also originals.

The building was one of the duplexes built for mill workers in Now we jump from the restora1881. McAdenville was wilderness tion story to the culinary story of along the Catawba river so Mr. McAdenville Table & Market. The McAden needed to draw top talent market is the only grocery store in to run the mill. The homes for the McAdenville and has several distinct employees were built of brick, the offerings. mill itself resembled a castle and generators that are still in use today The market has prepared meals were installed to power this modern to toss in your oven, a selection of mill community. cheeses, beer and wine along other hors’ d’oeuvres to snack on while McAdenville Table & Market was your dinner is warming up. brought back to life with materials from the original mill. The brick The deli-butcher counter proabove the large steel beams are vides a quick lunch for busy people original to the structure. The lower to run in and grab something to

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go. The surf & turf counter to take fresh protein, or pick something out and have it prepared to order in the kitchen as your entrée.

If you order off the menu you will be amazed at the innovative plates available. You’ll see heathy, not so healthy and OMG I have to try kinds of selections. Chef Dave Olivarez has come up with a menu that is innovative and has something for every palate and every price point.

A few items that caught our eyes were the BBLT (basil bacon lettuce & tomato) a Low Country boil, seared salmon a Ahi Tuna ginger salad. My choice was the OMG burger, think Reuben meets bacon cheeseburger.

Innovation does not stop at the kitchen, the bar serves truly hand crafted cocktails, and thoughtfully selected beers and wines that may not be available anywhere else in the region. Everything has a story.

McAdenville Table & Market 129 1/2 Main Street, McAdenville, NC 28101 www.tableandmarket.com Gaston County is located just west of Charlotte, NC in the Piedmont section of North Carolina and is a terrific place to live, work and visit. Gaston County offers visitors a variety of attractions to enhance your trip including museums, botanical gardens, extreme sports, hiking, dining and entertainment parks, art and history and more.

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Le Petit Restaurant With A Big Davidson Flare

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love visiting small towns, looking for cute shops, strolling down the cobblestone sidewalks while admiring the historical architecture.

Not to mention looking for a great place to eat. While exploring Davidson we came upon Restaurant X. With a mysterious name like that we just had to check it out. As we went into this cozy bistro with its warm welcoming atmosphere, I thought such a charming eclectic little place.

We were further impressed to find out from our server that our food was made to order with all fresh ingredients, nothing pre-made.

Checking out the menu it was a hard decision to choose between all of the entrees but narrowed it down to two, the Seared Ahi Tuna over soba noodles with thai peanut salsa or the New Zealand Lamb Chops

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with fresh sauteed garlic spinach and mushroom sauce. Lucky for us it happened to be half price wine Wednesday so enjoying a bottle with dinner seemed all too appropriate.

The food was fantastic, definitely a five star meal. I had the chance to speak to the owner and also the chef Nazira. I found out her back ground had her in Montreal and France in the restaurant industry and it shows.

Restaurant X has been in Davidson for nine years ser ving American and International cuisine, I’m so glad we went & I look forward to our next trip.

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eaufort is steeped in history, touched by tastemakers. Not far from the maddening crowds of Charleston and Savannah lies Beaufort, the Lowcountry’s most splendid jewel. On the waterfront, centuries of history stand at attention while European sports cars and horse-drawn carriages share the road. Once a carefully guarded secret, Southern tastemakers and lifestyle bibles have put Beaufort on the map.

growing roster of devoted fans around the world‌a few whose names you may know.

Every room at Anchorage 1770 offers a varied and unique experience. While some offer 4 poster beds, water front views and high ceilings, others offer stunning bay windows, original Adams Mantels and detailed plaster work from the late 1800s. For those desiring that extra bit of privacy, the new cottage At the center of it all? The is a romantic option.

Anchorage 1770. Owners Frank and Amy Lesesne left behind professional careers to open a boutique hotel that reflects their refined, cosmopolitan sensibilities and flair for entertaining.

Their converted eighteenth century Federalist mansion boast 15 rooms, unparalleled water views and a

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Exporters have tried and failed to bottle the singular charms of Lowcountry cuisine: it simply must be experienced at the source. On site, the Ribaut Social Club captures the incorrigible spirit and convivial atmosphere of the original Ribaut Club, established at the Anchorage in 1891.

In its heyday, the Club hosted performances, grand parties, dances and even gambling—a raucous getaway from buttoned-up social strictures of the time. Today, guests can enjoy bites and appetizers with unrivaled water views or a sophisticated brunch surrounded by 300 years of Beaufort history.

The relaunch coincides with the arrival of Byron Landis, our executive chef who will elevate the cuisine at our award-winning boutique property. Guests luxuriate in a nightly happy hour followed by an ever-rotating dinner menu.

Chef Byron Landis highlights local, seasonal ingredients and catch-ofthe-day seafood entrees. We are currently serving dinner in the dining room and 2nd floor front porch & cocktails on the 3rd and 4th floor porches (weather permitting) from Wednesday to Saturday (5–8pm) and a fresh, hearty Sunday brunch (10:30am–2pm).

Best of all, the Ribaut Social Club creates a tableau for visitors to meet and mingle with Beaufort’s charismatic locals. See, dine, drink and be seen.

Anchorage 1770 & Ribaut Social Club 1103 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 • 877-951-1770 www.anchorage1770.com

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A Whole New Style Of Indian Restaurant

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ate night with my love! Girls night out! Anytime is a good time to go out to dinner... right? I must say I was extremely impressed the first time I went to Zaika Indian Cuisine restaurant in Mooresville. The aroma was exquisite, the atmosphere was very welcoming, the decor is done in warm rich tones and the ambiance is just right for all occasions.

The staff was impeccable, as the young man shared the specials he made a few recommendations and a couple of dishes that were from his region of the countr y. When

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the meal arrived I was amazed, the Lamb Saag is lamb sauteed with creamed spinach and ginger in lightly seasoned herbs and spices.

Magnificent! It’s like a true adventure going to Zaika and tr ying a new dish with the complexity of all the different herbs and spices. Not to mention at lunch they have the buffet bar open and your able to indulge in so many different fabulous foods, a great way to pick a new favorite dish.

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Elkin’s Reeves Theater Given New Life as Music Venue & Café

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fter a four-year restoration, The Reeves Theater in downtown Elkin is now open as a music venue and cafe. The theater’s grand reopening occurred in late December.

The Reeves originally opened in downtown Elkin as a 700-seat movie theater in 1941. Inside, the original tile floor welcomes visitors into the lobby café, which includes bistro tables and a bar serving local wine and beer. Chef Leanna Freeman, a Surry County native, oversees the café that is open Monday through Saturday.

Chef Leanna chooses organic, fresh and home made when she can for all her ingredients. From the home made crust, hydroponic tomatoes and eggs from just down the road in the tomato quiche, to making her own corned beef for her Reuben that substitutes pickled cabbage instead of sauerkraut.

Freeman works with producers Would you believe no one in the area in Surry, Yadkin, Wilkes and Ashe makes sauerkraut? counties to source meat, eggs, dairy, honey, fruits and vegetables. She Live Americana music is the purchases bulk items from Yadkin venue’s primary focus, along with Valley General Store just down the a farm-to-table café that is open six street from the theater. The café days a week. menu changes weekly, rotating a variety of salads, quiches, soups and For more about The Reeves Thesandwiches based on the season and ater, including tickets to upcomproduce availability. ing shows and a café menu, go to www.ReevesTheater.com or call (336) 258-8240.

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Surry Sonker Trail Showcases A Tasty Confection

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he Surry Sonker Trail is a confectionary trail that showcases a heritage food passed down from generation to generation in Surry County in N.C.’s Yadkin Valley.

“The dumplings sit on top of the fruit,” says Flack. “When you cut into the dumplings they are like a biscuit inside – fluffy and soft with the flavor of the fruit.”

The trail leads visitors to eight places that serve sonker on their menu, which begs the question: what exactly is this authentic Southern delicacy?

In addition to Roxxi & Lulu’s Bakery and Rockford General Store, there are six more eateries on the trail. They are: The Living Room Coffeehouse in Pilot Mountain, Putters Patio & Grill in Dobson, Southern On Main in Elkin, Old North State Winery in Mount Airy, Miss Angel’s Heavenly Pies in Mount Airy, and Anchored Bakery, also in Mount Airy.

Sonker is similar to a pot pie or cobbler. It comes about by blending fruit and unshaped dough that is sweetened with sugar, molasses, or other secret ingredients. Sonker is also similar to snowflakes in that no The trail’s most unusual sonker two are exactly alike. belongs to Miss Angel’s Heavenly Pies.

Sonker’s origins in Surry County date to the early 1800s. A common Owners Angela and Randy Shur belief is it was made to stretch the are natives of New York and have usage of fruit in tough times, or as bestowed a northern twist on this a way to utilize fruit toward the end tasty treat. They utilize a crumbof its ripeness. based crust drizzled with moonshine glaze and call it “zonker” because, A lot of places on the trail, includ- as Angela says, “People go zonkers ing Rockford General Store, feature when they eat it.” sonker that is baked; however, Loretta Flack of Roxxi & Lulu’s Bakery in Elkin has a different philosophy. A free brochure map with all the info to enjoy a day or two along Her grandmother taught her to cook the trail is available by calling a dumpling-style sonker in a pot on (800) 948-0949, or via online request at: www.SonkerTrail.org. the stove.

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Catch The Elusive Bigfoot On His Stomping Grounds

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n 1958, what turned out to be a hoax in California expedited the legend of Bigfoot across the United States. Since then, there have been rumors about Bigfoot sightings in Uwharrie National Forest. But could it be true? The term “sasquatch” was originally coined by a group of Native Americans in the Pacific Northwest and outdates even the settlement of the British. It typically describes a 6- to 8-foot-tall creature with a pronounced brow, covered in brown or red hair with enormous feet. The stor y says that when word of North Carolina barbeque began traveling west, Bigfoot headed east. Bigfoot has been sighted now and again across the country, but one of the creatures has never truly been revealed. In April 2017, the “Uwharrie Edition Jeep” was unveiled, named for the Uwharrie Off Road Training Center

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as well as the looseness and fun the forest exudes. Since then, visitors to Uwharrie National Forest say they’ve seen signs of a sasquatch-like creature lurking. Could this offroader be what brings Bigfoot back on-road and out from under cover?

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ou won’t find chain restaurants in Roxboro/Person County but what the “foodie” will find are the most delightful lo cally owned restaurants touting a variety of cuisines. The farm to table concept is at the forefront of the ever changing menu at the Heirloom Restaurant – A Poppa Paul’s Kitchen!

Chef Kyle Wilkerson has opened this unique restaurant in a restored old department store building in uptown Roxboro! Your taste buds are going to have a hard time deciding what to try next because everything not only sounds delicious – it is delicious.

Heirloom has a mixture of meats, poultry, seafood to delight anyone’s palate and they are readily becoming famous especially for the vegetarian.

Try it once and you will be sold – by the way, Wednesday night is WING NIGHT – and don’t think ordinary wings, either.

American, and more of the good ol’ southern flavors that have made the south famous for their foods.

Download our free app and explore not only the food venues in Roxboro and Person County but also the fun areas to shop, interesting Several of the other restaurants attractions, the great outdoor throughout the area offer a wide adventures that will help you work variety of food choices. Try “where up an appetite! the locals eat” for that special meat and two vegetables type of meal. Person County, a place where Even the local coffee shop uptown people care about both the past and the future and invite you to – Tricia’s – offers the perfect food to come celebrate the best time of go along with the specialty coffees all—the present. that they are known for in the Person County Tourism community. And yes, you will find 29 Reams Ave. Roxboro, North Carolina 27573 sushi, Italian, Mexican, continental www.visitroxboronc.com

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BAYNE BREWING COMPANY Bayne Brewing Company offers several different types of craft beer in Cornelius, NC. The selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients. Each beer hand crafted in small batches with great attention to detail. They offer some the best craft beers in the state, so come on in and give them a try!

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GHOSTFACE BREWING Ghostface offers up to 20 beers on tap, with a selection of rotating styles, some available on nitro.

Tastings & full pours are available on-site, as well as full growler fills to go.

Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie. 427 East Statesville Ave. Mooresville, NC 28115 704.799.7433 ghostfacebrewing.com

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Tommy and Amie Baudoin have mastered unique craft beer styles, with flagship offerings including We e k e n d W i t a n d F l a t C r e e k Swamp Water. The Baudoins have been awarded the Grape Growers Excellence Award by the N.C. Grape Growers Association, along with gold, silver and bronze medals in of the Old West, 70-acre scenic the NC State Fair Wine Competition park and a rich base of bluegrass and the Southeast Wine Competition. musicians and fans who come together every Friday night for a New Sarum Brewing, located at community jam session at the E.H. 109 North Lee Street, was one of only Montgomer y General Store. For three NC breweries to receive a gold more than a decade, musicians from medal from the 2017 Great American all over the region have gathered to Beer Festival, where Lemon Balm swap tunes, compare instruments and Beet Hoppy Wheat won in the and entertain those who love to Herb and Spice Beer category. The listen to traditional bluegrass. The brewery features a lineup of brews Montgomery Store is also home base named for favorite local destinations. for the North Carolina Bluegrass Examples include High Rock Red Association.

Ale, named for nearby High Rock Lake, Hurley Park Blood Orange Situated along Interstate 85 Wheat, after a popular Salisbury between Charlotte and Greensboro, recreational park, and Old Stone Salisbury invites you to explore a House IPA, coined for a preserved bustling downtown district with 1911 Georgian-architecture home art galleries, shops, three local that is now a museum. (Go a step theaters, historic homes, museums further and learn about the inspira- and more. Restaurants such as City tion for this tasty IPA at Colonial Tavern, Go Burrito and Salty Caper Spring Frolic at the Old Stone House are popular with diners looking for April 7 from 10a.m. – 4p.m. The a wide choice of today’s best craft event includes historic tours of the beers. Only a short drive away are colonial home, egg dyeing, musket popular destinations such as the firing demonstrations, woodworking, N.C. Transportation Museum and open fire cooking and recipe tastings, Patterson Farm Market and Tours. candle making, children’s games, colonial dancers and music.)

Historic Gold Hill is a restored 19th-centur y gold mining boom town that features a quaint shopping village, wood sidewalks reminiscent

For more information on the Rowan Arts & Ag schedule of events, visit: www.visitsalisburync.com and www.rowanartsandag.com.

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Rowan Arts & Ag Beer Festival Saturday April 7th 10am–8pm Gold Hill Mines, 770 St Stephens Church Rd, Gold Hill, NC 28071, Join us for the kick-off to the year-long celebration of Rowan Arts & Ag! In honor of NC Beer Month, Rowan’s original, homegrown breweries, New Sarum Brewing Company and Morgan Ridge Railwalk Brewery & Eatery, will be onsite offering up cold brews and good times along with area wineries. Festivities will also include a hand-crafted artist vendor area. Interested artisans should apply at www.

RowanArtsandAg.com. The festival has something for everyone in the family with strolling entertainers, kids’ activities and much more!

We invite you to “Be an Original” and spend family fun weekends this year getting to know Rowan County, its artists and its farms. www.rowanartsandag.com Craft Beer Spring Fest Sunday April 8th 1pm–7pm Jetton Village, 19906 N Cove Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031, Party on the square with Craft Beer Vendors, Small business vendor booths, 2 LIVE BANDS #livemusic and food on the square! Don’t miss a combination of Craft Beer from the DraftHouse and Food to pair with it from Har vey ’s. #craftbeer #goodeats #h2style #drinklocal Bring your family and friends. Bounce Houses setup for the kids and Wine Tent setup for the parents. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and join us for a great afternoon to kick off the Spring in style with a great community of friends! See the event page for details! Portion of

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Proceeds go to Muscular Dystrophy A s s o c i a t i o n w w w. m d a . o r g www.facebook.com Cider, Wine, and Dine Weekend Friday April 20th throughout Henderson County, Hendersonville, NC, The weekend will be filled with a long list of activities including: artisan hard cider, local wines, food, educational programs, music, tours and more.

Events take place at seven scenic and unique local venues. Check the web site for events, locations, times, and cost, since each event varies. www.ncwine.org Lincolnton Food, Wine & Brew Fest Saturday April 28th 11am–7pm 1 Ct Square SE, Lincolnton, NC 28092, A day-long, outdoor festival celebrating all things local! We feature NC wineries, local craft breweries, top-notch food trucks and a mix of fine artists and vendors from the region. You can expect to enjoy an all-day program of live music & entertainment, as well as art & culinary demonstrations, an interactive Kids Zone and a Farmers Market. All of this is set on the backdrop of historic Downtown Lincolnton (located just northwest of Charlotte, NC). The event is free to the public, however you will need to purchase a Tasting Pass of $15 in advance, $20 at the gate in order to sample (or purchase) the wines and craft brews! Want your business to participate, to become a sponsor, to purchase advanced tasting passes, would like more information or simply have a question? Visit our website and stop by our Page on Facebook.

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