Up where the rhododendrons blush, Sparta blooms with food, art, and a flourish of color and creativity. Take a sunny drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway (slide 1), try apple tarts at Little Seed Kitchen & Bakery (slide 2), stroll through the Allegany Farmers Market (slide 3), stop into Sparta Candle Co. to meet Instagram-famous soap maker Duane (slide 4), and round out your inspiring day with an artsy trip to Mangum-Cater on Main (slide 5). To find our full guide to this vibrant mountain town, click the link in our profile bio.
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🌷: @blueridgenps , @littleseedsparta , @spartacandleco
✏️: @chloe_klingstedt
📷: @staceyvanberkelphoto
In this episode of Hidden History, we learn about the more than 2,000 German officers, sailors, and civilians who came to Hot Springs in 1917. After their arrival, they found common ground amid a global conflict, telling a story of peace and coexistence that has stood the test of time.
In partnership with @visitalamance .
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🎥: @brettmullendirector & @danhickmanofficial
From scenic riverboat rides to old-fashioned candy counters, some North Carolina experiences never lose their charm. Click the link in our profile bio to explore 10 places and pastimes that invite you to remember the good old days — and make new memories, too.
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⭐: @tweetsierr
✏️: @thewildwildwoltz
📷: @mattrayphotography , @timrobisonjr , @staceyvanberkelphoto
At Cold Mountain Art Collective, potter Hannah Burnisky coaxes clay into whimsical figurines — from Highland cows and owls to ice cream cones and mugs. The collective, which offers classes for all skill levels, promotes creativity in Canton and beyond. To read more about this group of artists in Haywood County, click the link in our profile bio.
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🎨: @coldmountainartcollective & @coldmountainceramics
📷️: @staceyvanberkelphoto
In this month’s episode of From Elizabeth, our editor in chief reflects on the mountains’ beauty during the season of awakening — the mossy forests, vibrant wildflowers, and the feeling that spring offers a new beginning for us all.
In partnership with @arboracres .
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🎥: @liminalpicturehouse
Set out the toothpicks and napkins! These party-ready meatballs simmer in a sweet sauce made with a secret North Carolina ingredient. Can you guess what it is? To find the full recipe, click the link in our profile bio.
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✏️: @sheri.castle
📷️: @timrobisonjr
Bring spring indoors with the charming floral designs featured on these natural cotton kitchen towels. 🌿🌼 Each towel is handprinted in Asheville by The High Fiber. Shop for them now at the link in bio and enjoy free shipping on orders over $29!
