This week on NC Weekend, explore spots around the state that will take the chill of winter away from a greenhouse in King that's been perfecting a poinsettia hybrid for years to a craft beer and wine tap room that will warm your spirits in Seagrove.
Next week, NC Weekend is learning how to "Relax and Renew" from a day trip to a Wilmington spa, as well as taking in some local art at Charlotte's Visual and Performing Arts Center.
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Randolph County
Producer: Rick Sullivan
Pottery fans visiting Seagrove now have a great venue for a beer or glass of wine at The General Wine and Brew.
Website: thegeneralwineandbrew.com
Madison County
Producer: Meredith Browne
Looking for great live music on your visit to the High Country? Then head to the Depot in Marshall for great Friday night jams.
Website: marshalldepot.com
Chatham County
Producer: Julia Carpenter
French Connections in Pittsboro offers sustainable and ethically traded French and African art, textiles, jewelry, and other decorative items.
Website: french-nc.com
Stokes County
Producer: Rick Sullivan
Another popular holiday tradition is poinsettias and Mitchell’s Nursery and Greenhouse in King has probably the largest collection in the state.
Website: mitchellsnursery.com
Wake County
Producer: Deborah Holt Noel
Meets the innkeepers of the elegantly restored Heights House Hotel in Raleigh and spends the evening exploring its many charms.
Website: heightshousenc.com