The Best Healthy Eats in Wilmington, NC

Wilmington’s coastal vibe and creative food scene make it easy to eat well, whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay. From energizing breakfasts and lunch bowls to fresh seafood and globally inspired flavors, this guide highlights the city’s best spots for healthy, balanced meals. Featured...

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Meet the Chefs Behind Wilmington’s CheeseSmith

In Wilmington’s ever-evolving culinary scene, some of the most exciting ideas come from chefs who know how to balance creativity with comfort. Enter CheeseSmith, a playful yet thoughtful concept from chefs Molly and Brendan Curnyn, where elevated technique meets nostalgia and approachability. Known...

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Meet Chef James Doss of Wilmington’s Rx Chicken & Oysters

As the owner and chef of Rx Chicken & Oysters, James Doss brings fresh-caught flavor and local pride to every dish. His culinary roots run deep, inspired by his grandmother’s Eastern North Carolina cooking and refined by time in fine dining kitchens. In 2012, Doss opened Rx in a historic drugstore...

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Meet Chef Dean Neff of Wilmington’s Seabird

Chef Dean Neff, a 2024 James Beard Foundation finalist for Outstanding Chef and a 2019 and 2023 semifinalist for Best Chef Southeast, is the culinary talent behind one of Wilmington's most popular restaurants, Seabird. After co-founding the award-winning PinPoint Restaurant, Neff became...

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Holiday Sweets and Treats in Wilmington and Beaches

During the most wonderful time of the year, savor seasonal sweets and treats in Wilmington and its nearby island beaches. This charming coastal destination offers an array of festive flavors, from fruitcakes and fudge to coffee and craft beer, and you’ll want to experience them all this holiday season.

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