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November 2010

Blessing of the Hounds: Our State Magazine

If you venture to Southern Pines, NC on Thanksgiving Day, and stand with horses and hounds on Hobby Field, you will hear the Episcopal priest begin his blessing: “Bless, O Lord, we beseech You, rider and horse and hound. Shield the rider from danger to life and limb, and may the chase bring to him… Read more

Vanilla Extract Recipe – How to Make your Own

Want to make a special gift for the cook in your life? And for not much money? Homemade Vanilla extract is the perfect gift – everyone cooks. But not all vanilla beans are equal. If I can even find vanilla beans in eastern North Carolina, they are usually all dried up. But with some diligence… Read more

Bourbon Pecan Pie

Old south Bourbon Pecan Pie recipe from Big Mill B&B uses local pecans. This tasty fall desert is perfect for holiday