Articles
Fresh and Local
When Buxton native Rusty Midgett left Hatteras Island to pursue his chef career, he went to work alongside renowned chefs in Philadelphia. His professional training, combined with experiencing the flavors of the world on surf trips, resulted in opening his own restaurant on Hatteras Island.
At Rusty’s Surf and Turf... Read More
Embracing Timeless Shopping Traditions at The Cotton Gin
Over on the Currituck mainland, a flurry of excitement surrounds The Cotton Gin. The flagship store – a fixture and attraction on N.C. Highway 168 – has been closed since October 2019 when a fire engulfed the historic building in flames. However, the store’s long-time owners, the Wright family, haven’t let that (or a... Read More
Sandwiches with a Smile
Building the biggest, most satisfying sandwiches on the Outer Banks since 1990, Country Deli is a local lunch institution. This is a true family business, with a second generation now running the deli and the third generation, the teenage sons, helping out.
The guiding principle at Country Deli is to create and serve... Read More
The Best Places to Find Outer Banks Books
From mystery and romance novels to history and coffee-table photography books, nature and travel guides to children’s classics, local bookstores offer a great selection of books in which you can learn more about the Outer Banks or get the feeling that you’re here … even when you’re not.
A gracious handful of... Read More
A Moment Captured with Jewelry
Amid the changing tides of the Outer Banks, award-winning designer Gail Kowalski is inspired by the movement and fluidity of the sea. Her handmade jewelry is marked by asymmetry and a motion that you can feel as you look upon the wearable art.
Since 1977 Jewelry by Gail has been bringing one-of-a-kind designs to... Read More