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Where the Wild Things Are
This summer, the Highlands Nature Center’s programming celebrated the rich natural history of the Plateau. Our campers explored wild spaces ranging from the HBS Meadow to Panthertown Valley, digging into topics like geology, ecology, and gardening along the way. At Nature Center Nights, attendees searched for fluorescent millipedes in the Botanical Garden, meandered for salamanders, and listened for bats over …
Gather the Galax
Galax comes from the Greek word Gala, which means milk, and refers to the white-as-milk dainty flowers that bloom into an eight to 15-inch spire in late May through early summer. Other names are Beetleweed and Wandflower. This ground cover plant is native to the Southeast, and grows from New York to northern Alabama, but thrives in the Southern Appalachian …
The Northern Cardinal
This bird is close to the human heart, the state bird in seven states. We revere Cardinals and have made them mascots of many sports teams from grade school to the major leagues including the St. Louis, Arizona, Ball State and Wesleyan Cardinals. We take them as totems and even have a College of Cardinals, appropriately attired, in the hierarchy …
Winter Fly Fishing
For most fly anglers, the perceived “Season to Fish” is Spring through the Fall. For a lot of trout destinations around the world, this is true. Here in the Southeast, however, it’s not the case. In fact, our larger rivers and streams (the ones that are most desirable to fish for most people) actually fish a lot better in winter …
Exploring Norton Mill Creek
Whiteside Cove Road is a gateway to several popular sweet spots throughout the Nantahala National Forest, including Granite City, Cashiers Sliding Rock, Ammons Branch, Ellicott Rock, and Iron Bridge, to name a few. All of them offer visitors a unique day-trip experience. One of the lesser known spots in this area is the footbridge at the confluence of Norton Mill …
Entice Your Senses
It’s easy to get lost in Tia Dana…its spell is subtle, it seduces the senses and entices the imagination. And it’s all part of a vision made real by owner Dana Davidoff and her four-legged sidekick, Freeway. “Curating beautifully considered, functional items for others to enjoy is my passion,” Dana says. “By sharing these items, my intent is to …
The Corner Store
The Corner Store at 44 Village Walk Way is a fun stop for the young at heart and those seeking the heart of Cashiers. For the young at heart, this is a shop filled with puzzles, toys, gifts and greeting cards. The toys are perfect for younger children and gifts for newborns and baby showers. The puzzles are meant to …
Small Stretch, Big Shopping
Some people come to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau because of the glorious natural beauty, a Technicolor vision that beguiles in every season. Some revel in the relentless charm of two communities that have not forgotten the simple virtues of neighborliness and community service. For evidence, look no further than the Christmas Parades previewed in this issue. If you’ve never been …
John’s Famous Bloody Marys
“Different people in my family would probably tell you different secrets to my Famous Bloody Mary Mix,” says John Rymer. “Some would say it’s the fresh key limes, some would say it’s the precise instruments, some would say have your party on New Year’s Day. I’d say it’s my ability to read and comprehend. I bought a bottle of Mr. …
A Dessert Destination
Late last month, husband and wife team Krysti and Thomas Henderson opened their second Cake Bar at Creekside Village in downtown Highlands. Krysti’s cakes had become a sensation among Highlands’ sweet tooths as soon as she opened the original Cake Bar on Dillard Road last year. The Cake Bar story is of the classic-career changing bootstrap variety. He worked …
Chefs in the House
Half-Mile Farm will be staging a pair of its regionally-heralded Chefs in the House Dinners — one to get you in the mood for the joyous Christmas, and one to carry you through the Plateau’s oh-so-quiet winter. Chefs in the House are exquisite meals prepared by celebrated, nationally-recognized restaurateurs. Their reputation extends far beyond the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, drawing devotees and …
Plan Ahead for your Holiday Dining
If your holiday plans include meals out at one of our area’s fine restaurants please note that many area restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve for your dining pleasure. Your options on Christmas Day are limited. Reservations are required and should be made well in advance. Your choices on New Year’s Eve are Serving Christmas Day – Highlands: Madison’s …
