Your loves ones will be delighted with this festive, fun, AND DELICIOUS treat! Perfect for a fun activity with the kiddos, or an impressive holiday Pot Luck dish! PREP TIME: 20 Min  Ingredients: 12 fresh strawberries 1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips 2 teaspoons coconut oil, divided 12 pretzel sticks 24 miniature marshmallows
YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT OBX VACATION THIS FALL Explore the Outer Banks, from the beautiful beaches, and BEYOND using our 2023 Fall Bucket list!
   INGREDIENTS: 4 tblspn pumpkin puree 3 tblspn coconut sugar ⅓ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened) ½ tspn pure vanilla extract 2 cups milk of choice...we recommend using almond milk whipped cream, cinnamon powder, and sprinkles to serve DIRECTIONS: Into a medium sized saucepan add the pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, cocoa powder and
Chicken Pumpkin Curry PREP TIME: 15 MIN COOK TIME: 4 HRS SERVINGS: 6 Homemade Curry, MADE EASY.  Who doesn't love a SIMPLE RECIPE that packs BIG FLAVOR? Well, this DECADENT Slow-Cooker dish basically cooks itself, and is the PERFECT way to welcome Fall! INGREDIENTS: 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, shaken 2 tablespoons red curry
 Who doesn't love pizza? This simple recipe is the perfect weeknight recipe that is easy, delicious, AND kid-friendly!  PREP TIME: 15 min  |    COOK TIME: 45 min  WHY WE LIKE THIS: An EASY weeknight dinner your kids will LOVE! Pro Tip: Switch up the toppings to make ANY style pizza you'd like!
It's that time of year again! As the summer comes to an end, the new school year is JUST around the corner, and the TO-DO list seems to be getting longer and LONGER: New clothes, new school supplies...and OF COURSE, PACKED LUNCHES. Not only is it important to pack a delicious and healthy meal
WATERMELON GAZPACHO RECIPE Crisp, refreshing, and healthy! PREP TIME: 20 min  |    COOK TIME: 2 HR  Perfect as an appetizer, lunch or side dish on a hot summer day - This deliciously refreshing dish is an exciting way to cool your guest off at your next summer BBQ!  INGREDIENTS: 1 medium cucumber, peeled and
INGREDIENTS: 1 Box of your Favorite White Cake Mix Water, vegetable oil and whole eggs (as called for on cake mix box) 1 1/4 tspn red gel food color 1 1/4 tspn blue gel food color 1/2 Cup of White Frosting Red, white and blue sprinkles, if desired DIRECTIONS: Mix Cake Batter as directed
If you're in the Outer Banks on the 4th of July, you've come to the right place! The beautiful beaches, fresh caught seafood, and STUNNING firework displays make the perfect backdrop for our Nation's on Independence Day. This year, we've taken the *Liberty* to put together the PERFECT OBX 4th OF JULY, so you
A delicious addition to your summer cookout! This quick, easy, and inexpensive side dish goes great with any meal. PREP TIME: 10 MIN  |  COOK TIME: 15 MIN  INGREDIENTS: 4 ears of corn ¼ cup of Crema Mexican Agria Sour Cream (regular sour cream will work as well) ½ cup of Cotija cheese, crumbled ¼
 The PERFECT Springtime seafood dish to add to your dinner routine! INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray 1 large salmon fillet (about 2 1/4 lb.) 3/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 1/2 c. crumbled feta (about 7 oz.) 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley 2 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
1. Decorate With Flowers! One of the easiest ways to update any room is to add a bouquet of fresh flowers - ESPECIALLY in the spring time. PROTIP: Separate the bouquet into smaller bouquets (or even single stems) and place them into bud vases for spring fling all around your home!
St. Patrick’s Guinness Brownies Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing the pan 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt One 11.2-ounce bottle stout beer, such as Guinness® Extra Stout 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate,
The Blue Mind theory The Blue Mind theory was first popularized by marine biologist Dr. Wallace Nichols. After devoting much of his career to sea turtle research and conservation, he has shifted his focus to study the deep connection between humans and water, especially blue water. “There are numerous cognitive and emotional benefits that
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. chili powder Juice of 1 lime 2 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Romaine lettuce, for serving 1 avocado, thinly sliced 1/4
Mason jar Christmas lanterns  Supplies: Tree trimmings Tea light Festive ribbon Mason Jar After sprucing your Christmas tree, take pieces of leftover pine branches and create these perfectly rustic mason jar Christmas lanterns. Add a tea light on top of the branches, then decorate the mason jar with Christmas ribbon and seasonal items like
INGREDIENTS - TURKEY MEATBALLS: · 2 pounds ground turkey 93% lean · 1 cup bread crumbs or panko or rolled oats · 2/3 cup onion minced · 1/2 cup fresh parsley minced · 2 large eggs · 3 cloves garlic minced · 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce · 1/2 teaspoon dried basil · 1/2 teaspoon
ROANOKE ISLAND INN – Mail Man Gone Mad Now owned by John Wilson, the great-grandson of the hotel’s original constructor, the historic Roanoke Island Inn is known for more than just it’s serene gardens and stunning architecture. Many guest and visitors of the boutique hotel have reported strange and unusual activity during their
At first glance, real estate statistics appeared to decline in September 2022. However, there are still some great statistics that prove real estate is still going well in the Outer Banks. Overall sales declined 24% in September when compared to September 2021 (807 fewer units sold), but increased compared to August
We all remember grandma’s wallpaper, the washed out colors, tiny country flowers and even the occasional barnyard animals, but the true memories, or nightmares, come from the removal of said wallpaper. That is the moment when most people vow to never commit to wallpaper (and wallpaper removal) ever again! But the
