FOOD & DRINK
Hamburger lovers flock to Horneytown
HORNEYTOWN, N.C. (WGHP) — For decades, Tucker’s Grill has been the place to go for hamburgers in a crossroads community of Forsyth County. “I just love the small community. I know everybody here, and fifty percent are my kin-people,” said Susie Davis, who has been serving up orders for nearly 40 years. “I just love […]
Winston-Salem’s favorite Mexican restaurant
When you first walk into Xcaret Mexican Grill and Cantina on Fourth Street, dozens of art pieces vie for your attention. Starburst piñatas cascade from the ceiling, 3-foot-tall masks depicting places from London to Mexico City command the walls and a swirling desert landscape on canvas announcing “Xcaret!” hangs in the back — lest you forget where you’re dining.
Midtwown Cafe serves up a "Farmers Scramble" you can't resist
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 35-year-old restaurant and bakery in Winston-Salem has been one of Twin City's favorites for decades. Midtown Cafe located in Stratford Village has some of the best breakfast and desserts on the menu. Our Star Connor dived into the kitchen with head Chef Jeff Cayton, where...
New ordinance allows Winston-Salem residents to replace lawns with native plants
On a sliver of land near the parking lot of the Moravian Archives, delicate stems are beginning to peek out of the soil of a garden bed. They’re the descendants of flowers Max Nottke of Bashavia Gardens planted years ago. “We’re letting the plants do what they want to...
Local students participate in music festival
The North Carolina Federation of Junior Music Clubs (NCFMC) in Winston-Salem held its festival at Wake Forest University on March 9. The Fantasia Junior Music Club, students of Tammy S. Prevette, participated in various musical events. Students performed in hymn playing, piano solo, and vocal -musical theater events. Receiving superior ratings in piano hymns events were: Jacob Anderson, primary C; Benita Martin, primary B; Autumn Whitley, primary E, and Dylan...
The Magnolia: Spring 2024
Every time there’s a lull in the conversation, Maryam rushes to fill it. It doesn’t matter what we were talking about earlier or what we are currently doing, without fail, the same prompt comes up. “Okay, guys. Top three artists.”. Cooper’s response is usually between a loud groan...
Stained Glass Playhouse to show "Our Town" in Winston-Salem for several weekends in May
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Stained Glass Playhouse will present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” directed by Mark Graves, on Fridays and Saturdays, May 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18 at 8 pm, and on Sundays, May 5, 12, and 19 at 3 pm. Click the video above to watch our...
A Little Chinatown of Music
It’s 1973 in Harbin, China. Meimei Wan stood beside her music teacher’s harmonium, feeling the ebbs and flows of the wind sent by foot-operated bellows. Something stirred in the 8-year-old girl’s heart, urging her to sing along with the lyrics and dance her fingers on the keys.
Notes of Home: Navigating Nostalgia and Identity in Winston-Salem
I don’t remember going to my first concert. By the time I was 9 years old, I’d gone to countless house shows and music venues. I saw the Smashing Pumpkins live and grew a lasting affinity for the White Stripes. Growing up, music encompassed me. It became my...
8th Annual Mutt Strut a success in Winston-Salem, raising funds for Forsyth Humane Society
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — People, pets and plenty of love for the Forsyth Humane Society. That was the scene Saturday at the 8th annual Mutt Strut in Winston-Salem. "Every year it's a great atmosphere and we love hanging out with the dogs," participant Izzie Filben said. Get the latest news...
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