Debra Simon

Sep 2, 2024 | carolinawoman.com | Debra Simon |Debbie Moose |Rachel Rappaport |Stephen Hartigan

Gastronomes of Garlic, Unite Take a whiff! Fascinated by ingredients, Triangle foodies have catapulted even basics, such as salt and coffee, from simple to celebrated. Garlic may be the next consumable headed for the limelight. A little bulb with a big history, it adds intense flavor and comes in hundreds of varieties, so bon vivants are cult-like in their devotion. Personally, I’m reeking — uh, reeling — from all the research I’ve done on onion’s pungent cousin.

Sep 30, 2023 | carolinawoman.com | Debra Simon

Dessert as Easy as Pie The inside scoop on pumpkins Pumpkin Center, N.C., is a real town. Really. And not just one town. There’s a Pumpkin Center in Onslow, Burke and Lincoln counties. All three villages are about two to four hours from the Triangle, and they tend to offer special events this month in honor of their namesake.

Jun 1, 2023 | carolinawoman.com | Debra Simon

Start Gifting! Ideas for Mother's Day and beyond by Debra Simon Ever struggled to find the perfect present? Not this time! With Carolina Woman’s handpicked finds, you'll put a sparkle in their eyes for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, weddings and just because. While you're in the giving mood, toss in a little something for the youngsters and yourself, too.