Author: Anne Rose

Dram + Morsel: the Foodie Go-To for Small Bites, Drinks, and Tastes

Dram + Morsel: the Foodie Go-To for Small Bites, Drinks, and Tastes

For some strange reason, my friends think that just because I like to strap on the feed bag at some of Wilmington’s best eateries, I must have an “inside scoop” on where to go as if it’s some kind of secret.

Party Perfect: Five Pro Tips for Throwing an Elegant Affair from The Verandas

Party Perfect: Five Pro Tips for Throwing an Elegant Affair from The Verandas

When your life is being the “host with the most,” throwing the perfect party is all in a day’s work. Chuck Pennington, innkeeper of Wilmington’s four-diamond bed and breakfast inn, The Verandas, is a party pro. He follows the same party planning protocol for the 

Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh | Dram Yard in Wilmington NC

Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh | Dram Yard in Wilmington NC

It’s new in Historic Downtown Wilmington, and it’s trending. Dram Yard restaurant, at the newly rehabbed hotel property, Arrive, specializes in creative, global cuisine. Order from the tempting menu and plan on sharing: everything at Dram Yard is generously portioned. From the craft cocktails, to vegetable-based culinary creations and visually astounding seafood dishes, there is something on this foodie-centric menu for every palate.

William Roberts, Executive Chef | Oceans Restaurant

William Roberts, Executive Chef | Oceans Restaurant

Five Minutes with William Roberts, Oceans Restaurant: “Lately, I’ve gotten into global cuisine, and merging that with traditional Southern dishes. I really emphasize using Southern ingredients.“

Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh: The Second Glass in Wilmington NC

Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh: The Second Glass in Wilmington NC

This is definitely a case when second is best! Kirk Pugh – Foodie and Real Estate Broker – ventures to the Greenfield Drive warehouse district for food and drink at the new restaurant and wine bar from the owners of Fortunate Glass: The Second Glass. 

Foodie Adventure: Edison Food+Drink Lab, Tampa

Foodie Adventure: Edison Food+Drink Lab, Tampa

Port City Foodie restaurant reviewer and food lover, Ed Walsh, is on the road, and all of us foodies back home in Wilmington NC are lucky enough to have him check in, with tempting food pics and mouth-watering descriptions. Eat, enjoy, and share, Ed.

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7 Super Burgers: Port City’s Best Hamburgers

7 Super Burgers: Port City’s Best Hamburgers

Looking for an incredible burger? We’ve got a list of the seven super burgers. These are the best hamburgers in Wilmington: the juiciest, most flavorful, most substantial burgers that promise to satisfy any meat eater. At least until we find a new favorite burger joint.

April Sussman, Owner | The Veggie Wagon

April Sussman, Owner | The Veggie Wagon

Five Minutes with April Sussman, The Veggie Wagon: “The Veggie Wagon is really what people want to make it: coffee shop, grocery store, produce stand. We’re committed to being the place both locals and visitors can find local North Carolina products to support our farmers 

Flavor that Wows for Chocolate Lovers from Yes CaCao

Flavor that Wows for Chocolate Lovers from Yes CaCao

Words dear to every foodie’s heart: Here, taste this.

They said it, and we complied. Our sample botanical chocolate bars from Yes CaCao arrived in the mail, carefully wrapped and insulated like the precious objects they are.

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Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh: Oceanic in Wrightsville Beach NC

Tasty Tuesday with Kirk Pugh: Oceanic in Wrightsville Beach NC

This episode of Tasty Tuesday is all about the water, and all about the view. And the food: mahi, Thai-style shrimp, and classic pecan pie. Kirk Pugh – Foodie, Broker, Realtor with KBT Realty Group – headed out to Crystal Pier at Wrightsville Beach for