NC Weekend: Favorite Flavors 

This week on NC Weekend, we sample favorite flavors around the state with visits to a biscuit house, a food hall and an oyster bar.

Flo's Kitchen

Wilson, NC

Producer: Meredith Browne

For the past 33 years, the community of Wilson has been lining up at Flo's every morning to get their delicious, fluffy, homemade biscuits. In 1990, Flo's began as a family-owned staple built on a love for cooking and a passion for pleasing customers. Find out why Flo's has been a favorite for homestyle biscuits in the community for more than three decades.

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Old Nick's Williams Distillery

Lewisville, NC

Producer: Teresa Litschke

In 1768, Old Nick Williams Distillery was founded in Lewisville during the Revolutionary War. Three centuries later, the distillery was re-birthed by the Williams family. Since then, generations of the Williams family have been producing their famous bourbon. Carefully crafted with love, hard work and tradition, each bottle tells a story and honors the Williams family's roots and heritage.

Website: oldnickwhiskey.com

Optimist Food Hall

Charlotte, NC

Producer: David Hardy

In 2017, a Charlotte textile factory was transformed into Optimist Food Hall, serving everything from empanadas to coffee to pastries. On sunny days, you can find locals gathering outside the food hall, indulging in the variety that Optimist offers. Optimist Food Hall has something for everyone!

Website: optimisthall.com

La Recette Patisserie

Durham, NC

Producer:  Miriam McSpadden

At La Recette Patisserie, Djamila Bakour and Fadi Ghanayem are bringing delightful pastries with an Algerian twist to Durham. Learn more about their journey and their passion for bringing the community together with their tasty treats.

Website: larecettepatisserie.com

Jettie Rae's Oyster House

Asheville, NC

Producer: BClips Productions

"Honest food, done well" is the mission of Jettie Rae's Oyster House. Nestled high up in the mountains of  Asheville, Jettie Rae’s Oyster House is bringing fresh, traditional seafood to their community. Find out  why locals keep coming back to enjoy Jettie Rae's delicious Atlantic oysters.

Website: jettieraes.com