Articles

Tropical Taste...Casual Place

By Amelia Boldaji
What’s in a name? At Goombays Grille & Raw Bar, the answer is a lot. While the singular goombay is most commonly defined as a style of music developed in the Bahamas or the traditional goatskin-covered drums used to create it, it can also refer to a celebratory festival filled with music and dancing. If that... Read More

Unlike Anyplace Else

By Amelia Boldaji
Manteo, like many of the other areas that make up the Outer Banks, has its own distinctive flair that more and more people fall in love with every year. Characterized by its historic and relaxed island atmosphere, Manteo is also home to a thriving community, and it’s simply teeming with extraordinary places to shop,... Read More

Horse Sense

By Beth P. Storie
He’s of average height and has nicely muscular legs. His hair could probably benefit from a good brushing, but the amber-ish color is nice. He’s frisky, which makes him wildly attractive. But it’s the eyes, those eyes! — those huge, brown, dulcet eyes — that really draw you in. Who on earth is this hunk? It’s Gus, the... Read More

Fishin’ For A Good Time

By Lexi Holian
There are few things more relaxing than waking up with the sun to go fishing. In a place so driven by wind, it can be arresting to see the calm Pamlico Sound in the early morning and watch as your cast breaks the flat surface of the water. With the sun low in the sky and no one awake but your fellow anglers and the... Read More

The Answer, My Friend, Is Blowin’ in the Wind

By Holden McOwen
Starting in 1987, one Outer Banks family recognized the vitality of flags for decoration, expression and identity, and Islander Flags was formed. They were clearly onto something, since 28 years later Islander Flags is still committed to keeping their loyal customers satisfied. This family business shares the... Read More