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Bacon Jam Burger
Good Eats in the Sandhills
The dining scene in the Sandhills has been recently enhanced by Maniac Grill, the name borrowed from the “Maniac Hill” moniker bestowed on the Pinehurst practice range in the early 1900s. The name on the side of the truck is accented with the slogan “Crazy good food,” and for now the Maniac Grill will make its home at Pinehurst No. 10 with appearances around the resort and town on other occasions. 
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Sergeant Valor Rye BHWAK
Sergeant’s Valor Rye named Rye Whiskey of the Year in USA Spirits
On August 8, 2024, USA Spirits Ratings Competition awarded Sergeant’s Valor Select Rye Whiskey as the Rye Whiskey of the Year and awarded Sergeant’s Valor Select Rye Whiskey and Sergeant’s Valor Select Bourbon Gold medals.
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Meet the Makers
Southern Pines resident Ashley Tramontin opened Against the Grain Shoppe in 2019 to give local makers a platform to showcase their products. “We’re a hub for local business owners,” Tramontin says. “The idea is to give small businesses a storefront and a place to grow their businesses.” The shop, in downtown Southern Pines, carries North Carolina-made home goods and gifts. Curated with care, the shelves are filled with bath and body products, ceramic pieces, jewelry, tea towels, stained glass, woodwork, and other kitchen and gift items. Tramontin recently started a pantry section featuring locally made chocolates, baking mixes, honey, pecans, and snacks.
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sunrise theater downtown southern pines
No Putter, No Problem
In a moment of weakness, you agreed to a long weekend in Pinehurst with someone special who loves to golf. Now you’re not sure what to do with your free time if it doesn't involve tee times, golf pro shops, and discussions about handicaps and strokes. Luckily, Pinehurst and its surrounding towns are destinations with distinct qualities unrelated to golf – and all within a short drive. From walking along tree-lined streets, browsing antique shops, or visiting potters’ studios, the golf-resistant tourist will find plenty to see and do in Moore County.
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Hatchet Brewing Company beer flight
Pints in the Pines: A Guide to the Breweries of the Sandhills
Something is brewing in the Sandhills… …can you taste it? We’re in the midst of a craft beer renaissance, and there’s never been a better time to order a pint in the towns of Aberdeen, Carthage, Pinehurst, and Southern Pines. Grab a buddy and read on to discover the hoppy delights awaiting you in the North Carolina Sandhills:
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POUR TOUR PASSPORT ADDS TWO MORE STOPS
Sandhills Pour Tour Passport Program Adds Two More Stops On Trail Program Highlights Area Social Gathering Spots And Awards Prizes For Stamped Passports
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BHAWK Distillery Toasts Military Spirit
BHAWK – Brad Halling American Whiskey Ko – was conceived and constructed as much as a recognition of the men and women of the military and their extraordinary contributions as for the spirits that will be made and sold there.
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Girls’ Weekend in Moore County
The Southern Pines and Pinehurst area is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway and has quite a bit to do for a girls’ weekend away.
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Where to Antique in Cameron and Carthage
If you are a vintage treasure hunter and enjoy the thrill of a good find, then checking out the antique shops in Carthage and Cameron is a must for you the next time you are in Moore County.
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Sandhills Nightlife Scene
While we are known as the Home of American Golf, when you put the golf clubs away for the day, it’s time to check out the nightlife and clubs throughout the Sandhills.
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Breakfast Joints of the Sandhills
 Whether you are fueling up for a day on the links or simply starting your morning on the right foot, you’re in for a breakfast delight when visiting the Home of American Golf. From coffee shops to trackside noshes, there are some seriously captivating and delicious spots to start your day in and around Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen. At each spot below, you’ll find more than just a cup of coffee.
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Celebrating NC Peaches
It’s time for the 25th annual Peach Festival in Candor NC, July 13-15; and this year, the celebration continues on with the first ever Peach Week in Pinehurst and Southern Pines. It’s all happening with the onset of peach season, a time when nothing says summer like a bowl, box, basket or bushel full of NC peaches.
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Top Things To Do On A Long Weekend
Whether you prefer golfing and hiking, or exploring history and great flavors, there are many ways to enjoy a long weekend in the Sandhills.
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Flowers in front of the Carolina Hotel
Spring in the Sandhills
Spring time in the Sandhills is vibrant with color and fun. Flowers start to bloom, the sun is shining and the temperature is  just right. It is the pSrpinmgerfect time for golf and so much more to explore in the Sandhills!
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Sweet Carolina Ice Cream in Aberdeen NC
Discover the Sweetness of the Sandhills
Discover the Sweetness of the Sandhills. What sweet treats will you find in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Vass, Robbins or Carthage. February is the month of love find out what romance in the Sandhills has in store for you!
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Fall into Pinehurst Golf
Fall around the Home of American Golf may be the most enticing season of all, when there’s a nip in the air on the first tee and you’re out of your pullover by the turn.
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American flag against a blue sky
The Military Means Business in the Sandhills
Situated just south of the wide southern border of famed Fort Bragg, the varied communities of North Carolina’s Sandhills are influenced by the military in many ways. That’s especially true when it comes to veteran-owned businesses and other companies and offerings with strong military connections.
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Restaurant Roundtable Q&A
They arrived from all corners of the globe: from New York to South Florida, Boston to Hawaii, the Bahamas, Malaysia and all over Europe. What they have in common is that all eventually found their home in the Sandhills of North Carolina — the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen Area.
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Thyme & Place Cafe
Culinary Discoveries in the Sandhills of N.C.
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Pinehurst Area Food plated
Dining A to Z
The Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area has morphed into a food and beverage paradise.
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Mason's Nashville Hot Chicken Biscuit
Hunger Games – Sandhills Golfers Dining Guide
Memorable rounds at the Home of American Golf are fueled by great eats at breakfast, lunch, and dinner with dining and libations as varied and impressive as the area’s storied courses. Planning for early morning coffee, a hearty breakfast, post-round libations, or a celebratory dinner after solving 18 difficult problems, is as easy as a two-foot gimmie here. The only possibility for bogie is not taking full advantage of the area’s unique offerings and hidden gems.
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Bird's eye view of Village of Pinehurst
First Timer’s Guide to Pinehurst
Welcome to the Home of American Golf! The Sandhills of North Carolina are anchored by the towns of Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen. Although most visitors come here to play 18 holes, and there is no doubt that golf (and Donald Ross) squarely put this region on the map, there is so much more to do in the area than hitting the links.
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Why Visit Pinehurst If You Don’t Play Golf?
Even though the area is home to nearly 40 golf courses, the towns of Southern Pines, Pinehurst, and Aberdeen offer so much to do for non-golfers. Besides boutique shopping and spa treatments, you can take a historical walking tour or go for a hike. There are great coffee shops to linger in and fantastic restaurants serving innovative cuisine using local ingredients with a southern twist.
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Exploring Moore County Coffee Shops
Our Favorite Coffee Shops in the Sandhills
There are fun, hip, cool and most importantly local coffee shops all across Moore County, but these are some of our favorites.
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Dish with micro greens at Elliott's
Collards, Community and Collaboration
North Carolina’s Moore County restaurants, growers, and producers work together to plate-up flavorful bounty ripe with Sandhills tradition.
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The Drum & Quill in Pinehurst, NC
Our Favorite 19th Holes in the Home of American Golf
Among the things that we particularly enjoy around the Sandhills are a round of golf followed by an ice-cold brew. We thought this would be the perfect time to celebrate some of the area’s most enticing spots to bend your elbow and enjoy our friendly cheer across the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area of North Carolina.
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Pines in the spring with dogwoods
At Home In The Pines
When you visit the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area you'll find yourself in a very unique place, full of tall pine trees, gentle breezes and crystal blue days. It's quite often the golf that first draws people to the area. But it's the beauty and pace of life that make them want to return.
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