Like the potato, tomato, corn, and tobacco, the Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) is a North American gift to the world. According to Lovett Williams, in 1492 the population of […]
According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, we should at least have a plan in place, because Old Man Winter will have a heavy foot this year. Once he starts tromping […]
For over 50 years, the Highlands Biological Foundation has provided grants in support of scientific research, bringing graduate students and research scientists to Highlands from all over the country and […]
(Lophodytes cucullatus) This distinctive winter resident can be found on wooded ponds where it feeds on fish, crustaceans and insects. The hammerhead crest is mostly white in males and brown […]
The bog turtle, North America’s smallest turtle, lives right here, free as he should be, in the Western North Carolina mountains. Gabrielle Graeter, wildlife biologist and herpetologist for the North […]
Sweet Potato with Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Seeds Anything with pomegranate looks great on the holiday table. This simple and colorful vegetarian dish can be enjoyed both hot and cold. […]
It’s November and time to pull out the family recipes. While we know you’re obligated to present the ubiquitous pumpkin and pecan pies, Sarah Sloan of Highlands suggests you might […]
What’s in a pour? You’ll notice that the quality and variety of wines available by the glass in most restaurants has improved. As people become more wine savvy, expectations have […]
Interviewing excellent chefs has to be on my Top 10 List! Getting to know Meritage Bistro Chef Michael Alton reinforced the thrill of my current Laurel beat. Sitting in Meritage […]
When Deb Hudson was a little girl and people asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up she’d say, “Everything!” She’s well on her way to doing […]
