BAYSIDE BAKERY & BOARDS OPENS ON BROAD ST.
TOWN GATHERS FOR FLOUR RAISING
GRAND OPENING SEASON BEGINS...
You may have noticed dough was recently rising along with fresh baked aromas once again at the corner of South Broad St. and East King St. as Bayside Bakery and Boards opened their pastry cases to rave reviews at the new bakery's grand opening on Wednesday.
Town officials, business leaders, pastry loving supporters and chamber members joined Edenton Chowan Chamber of Commerce Director Susan Creed in welcoming the new owners of Bayside Bakery.
Heather Sexton was in need of a location to knead and bake and jumped at the corner location.
“For our initial weeks, we’ll offer freshly baked breads, cupcakes, gooey almond bars, bagels, including a protein variety, assorted cookies, Tiramisu, and dog treats,” said Heather. “We will also feature several items named after favorite customers.”
Heather plans on adding new items as the season progresses. Fresh grab-and-go floral bouquets and eucalyptus will also be available.
“Our shop will feature artwork from local artists and photographers available for purchase, as well as hand-stamped jewelry by Diana Ross,” said Heather. “We are also planning to host community events such as “Paint and Pastries”, children classes, and game nights.Charcuterie boards will be added as we establish ourselves in the community.”
“My middle son, Bryant Sexton owner of Northern Roots Construction and husband, Patrick were instrumental in preparing the building. This venture would not have been possible without the dedication, love, encouragement and support from my family and friends,”said Heather.
The shop will be staffed by Heather, Gabi Bates, and Heather’s husband Patrick.
“Our goal is to provide a welcoming space for the community,” said Heather. “We look forward to meeting our neighbors and sharing our.”
Bayside Bakery and Boards opened Wednesday. The bakery’s hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. These are subject to change as the demand grows and weather improves. Unbeknownst to most, Mayor Hackney High was celebrating his birthday- at a bakery- and was surprised by wife Martha with a birthday Key Lime pie.
TOWN TURNS OUT FOR COOKIES, CUPCAKES, RIBBON CUTTING AT BAYSIDE BREAD & BOARDS
February brings entrees to the table, new hours at Carrozza
MUSSELS AND MEATBALLS, TWO DIFFERENT DISHES, ADDED TO THE MENU
The New Year brings new opportunities especially for restaurant owners and employees to look back over the past year and at the same time plan ahead with some fine tune changes for the future. As creative types. chefs are continuously fine tuning their concepts and their menus to please their customers and feed their team’s creativity at the same time.
For Chef Gavin Holter and Carrozza the Italian Trattoria on S. Broad, February brings entrees to the table. The restaurant now offers full dinner service. For those who have grown fond of the Carrozza crew’s menu, you will notice some new additions and some of the favorites, bringing you back, remain.
“We really strive to listen to the community and adjust to feedback,” said Holter. “It’s important that we serve food the community likes in the way that they like it.”
One of the most immediate changes you’ll notice - you won’t be eating there for lunch. Holter decided to fully focus on dinner service, expanding the menu and the wine selection.
Some of Holter’s most popular dishes remain and the chef added a selection of appetizers, a Caesar Salad and a new entree, Pesce del Giorno, featuring a fish of the day selection, served with lemon herb risotto, carrots, and a burro bianco sauce. Partnering with Nixon’s Fishery assures the very freshest fish to serve.
Holter has also added Mussels as an appetizer, along with Polpette, Holter’s meatball selection.
“I’m most excited about our meatballs, which people are loving. They can be added to any pasta dish,” said Chef Gavin. “This menu has added more than we’ve taken away, and we really think we’ll have a dish to suit everyone’s needs and tastes.”
Customers can still order food to-go which has been very popular since Carrozza opened last year.
“I’m excited for everyone to try the new offerings. We hope to create a space where folks feel welcome and want to return,” Holter said. “We are very confident that our guests will enjoy the new and improved Carrozza.”
Carrozza is now open on Tuesday - Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Carrozza Italian Trattoria
206 S. Broad St.
252-415-0022
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The Carrozza Team, Destiny, Kyle and Gavin with Edenton Chowan Chamber Executive Director Susan Creed last year at the restaurant's grand opening. If You missed it, SEND US YOUR EMAIL, YOU WON'T MISS GOOD NEWS AGAIN...
Weather Update- Jan. 30-Feb. 06
📍 Historic Edenton North Carolina — 7-Day Weather Outlook:
Friday Jan 30 — Thursday Feb 6, 2026
Friday
🌤️ Partly sunny then mostly cloudy; chilly
High: ~33°F • Low: ~26°F
Chance of light snow late/overnight.
Saturday
❄️ Snow likely, blustery winds
High: ~23-27°F • Low: ~17-18°F
Snow expected with moderate accumulation possible.
Sunday
🌨️ Chance of snow early, then clearing
High: ~27-29°F • Low: ~13-16°F
Snow tapering in afternoon; turning windy and brisk.
Monday
☀️ Sunny and cold
High: ~36-37°F • Low: ~18-22°F
Dry, bright, cold conditions.
Tuesday
☀️ Sunny, still cool
High: ~41-42°F • Low: ~25-28°F
Mostly clear skies; quiet weather.
Wednesday
☁️ Mostly cloudy with rain chance
High: ~45-46°F • Low: ~32-34°F
Rain chances increase later; mild compared to earlier week.
Thursday
🌦️ Chance of rain & snow mix early
High: ~42-44°F • Low: ~30-32°F
Mixed precipitation possible, then partial clearing.
🌟 Weekly Outlook Summary 🌟
A big transition in weather this week for Edenton: a cold start Friday and weekend, with snow likely Saturday and lingering early Sunday, followed by a return to sunnier but cold conditions Monday–Tuesday, and then a slightly milder, wetter pattern mid-week with rain/snow chances.
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SHARPEN THE PRUNING TOOLS, IT's ALMOST TIME
Believe it or not, it's pruning time...
On Saturday, February 7, at 2pm, we'll offer a pruning demonstration and Q&A in the fig orchard at Spruill Conservation Farm presented by long-time Spruill Farm volunteer, plant nurseryman, and naturalist Clay Coor. The focus will be on figs, but Clay can share expertise on other fruit trees, blueberries, muscadines, roses, or flowering shrubs. Bring your shears and your questions as we shape the fruit trees and bushes on the farm this winter. Workshop fee: $12.00 Register at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/winter-pruning-workshop--2026
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THE CAROLINA COTTAGE OPENS
Sellers Purchases Amish Bird House
NEWS ALERT UPDATE- The Carolina Cottage opened on Friday to rave reviews. It only took moments for Mary Jo And Larry Sellers to offer their support to the new business. The lovely hand crated Amish artisan bird house the Carolina Cottage displayed on a lovely table in their front lawn flew the coup by 1 p.m. Larry swooped in as soon as he noticed the piece and it now sits on Blount St. WHAT A GREAT TOWN.
Aside from the Sellers support a hand full of other merchants and shoppers visited the new store throughout the day.
Edenton as a town and community obviously has a gravitational pull for many, however creative individuals who are in love with small towns are especially attracted to the historic prestige the town offers.
So is the case with Don Vaughan and William Payton who've been working diligently on rehabbing a cottage on Carteret Street, coming down from Delaware on the weekends, to address the task. While researching Don’s family history, they discovered Edenton. The family, Don found, has ties in Beaufort, New Bern as well as Washington.
For those driving down Queen St. past the Bridge Exxon a new sign sprouted last week, signifying a new business. Don and William's new business.
Spending more time in Edenton, they decided to open a similar business at 104 West Queen Street, to the one they own in Delaware.
The Carolina Cottage will be a mix of repurposed/up-cycled furniture, home decor and gift items and other found objects.
According to Don they plan on offering a selection of 'must have' items that are 'friendly to the wallet. William has been a small business owner and floral designer for over 30 years and has been honored a number of times as winning ‘Best of Delaware'. Don also has over 25 years of retail and business development experience.
“We are community minded and see the importance of supporting small and local business,” said Don. “We understand the value of supporting local businesses so that the money stays within our local community.”
The duo also own a business in Delaware and are in the process of selling the business to an employee. The look towards a March closing date, however, they plan on opening sooner in downtown soon.
"We hope for a soft opening on January 30,” said William, “We look forward to meeting the community. After that weekend, we will be open a few weekends a month as we navigate selling our current business in Delaware and establishing our full-time residence in Edenton.”
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Edenton Steamers Annual Oyster Roast
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Edenton Steamers Annual Oyster Roast
FARMERS MARKET OPEN ON SATURDAYS