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Sauces by Billy “The Sauce Worth the Cost” is how folks describe Billy’s distinctive, vinegar-based sauce. The eastern North Carolina-style treat can be slathered on chicken, pork, fried turkey, seafood, beans and other cookout fare. Some people even put it on collards and chopped summer vegetables such as cucumbers to give them an extra kick. Billy Trevathan first marketed his homemade recipe back in 1994 for a fundraiser at his Tarboro church. He and wife, Jean, both members of Edgecombe-Martin County EMC, have been selling it ever since. Sauces come in hot, mild and a cocktail sauce. Two in a pack cost $7.50; three in a pack $10.75; a case of 12 bottles is $30. Billy’s Sauce can be spied on the shelves of Piggly-Wiggly and IGA stores from Raleigh to the beach. To order, visit www.ncagr.com/markets/specfoods/billys.htm or call (252) 823-4931. |
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Preserves, Popcorn on the Cob Based in the heart of eastern North Carolina’s farmland, Rustic Barn sells jams, jellies, hams, honey and gift baskets. Specialty items include moonshine cakes in a jar, Carolina Swamp Sauce and sugar-free pear butter. Hand-picked, 100% natural "Popcorn on the Cob" is $3.99. Two ears. Visit www.rusticbarn.com or call (800) 258-6026. |
Turkeys, Stews, Desserts Hams, turkeys, barbecue, seafood, steaks, soup, stews, cheeses and desserts by The Smithfield Collection. Plus: pet food, such Chicken Dog Biscuit Kit. Smoked turkeys are chemical-free, 9-11 pounds for $49. Pheasant Egg Rolls are 12 for $32. Visit www.smithfieldcollection.com or call (800) 628-2242. |
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Gourmet Treats Maxwell’s fresh gourmet snacks come from large, tasty nuts and fine European chocolate. All products made in-house. Includes coffee, jalapeno peanuts, and chocolate-dipped pecans, peanuts and cashews. Gift sets available. Holiday gifts or just a little self-indulgence. Fundraising and corporate sets also available, with personal logo imprinting. 11-ounce cashew gift tin, $9.00. Visit www.maxwellsgourmet.com or call (800) 952-6887. |
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Bar-B-Q by Hursey’s This four-generation family company has served
its award-winning pork barbecue to four U.S. presidents, several
N.C. governors, famous athletes and celebrities. Ready to wait on
you at their Burlington restaurant, or they can ship barbecue to
your door. Tasty pork seasoned with the family’s special sauce.
Five-pound container is $22.50. Barbecue shipped on Tuesdays. Visit
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