Elliott Harrell
Elliott Harrell is a freelance writer based in Raleigh. She grew up in Florence, South Carolina, and after living in Sydney, San Francisco, and New York finally came to her senses and returned to the South for good. She’s been published in Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Travel & Leisure, Southern Living, and GQ, among others. When she’s not writing, she’s typically playing mahjong or spending time with her two little girls and husband.
Hotels
Check in to check out the latest award-winning hotels around the region
Traditions
On fried chicken, emergency Tums, rival fans, and more
Food & Drink
The beloved freezer staple has returned to shelves just in time for tailgate season and the holidays
Travel
Jackets, slacks, and old-school elegance are part of the experience at these restaurants and resorts across the South
Travel
The new outpost pairs midcentury-modern stays with firepits and local flavors
Home & Garden
Tanner Mitchell aka Tanner the Planter promises you don’t have a black thumb, and he’s got a new book—and one key pointer—to prove it
Food & Drink
Try it on chicken nuggets, in a “twinkie,” or in a $1,000 pie
Food & Drink
Dinner on—or rather, in—the river, anyone? Plus, the chef shares how to throw your own affairs to remember.
Arts & Culture
For nearly ninety years, Spode Christmas Tree has had a place at the Southern holiday table
Travel
Buckle up for a seven-day gastronomic tour of South and North Carolina
Arts & Culture
The magic and mystery of Danish artist Thomas Dambo’s creations land across the Tarheel State
Arts & Culture
After seventy-five years, Greenville’s Rush Wilson Limited proves that great style never goes out of style
Travel
Why Raleigh’s restaurant scene has blossomed in recent years, plus five standout spots to try













