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Leah & Rachel

I just don't want to look back and think, "I could've eaten that."

Leah is the consummate foodie and mother of 3, who moved to North Carolina in 2019. Ask her where to eat and she will point you in the right direction. She's also our resident Social Media expert.

Rachel has been photographing the Topsail, NC area for a decade; and while she's not a professional videographer, she's probably most known for the videos she posted during Hurricane Florence on social media. Writing about her experience with real estate photography brought her to creating this Topsail blog - with a desire to help new residents learn more about living in a rural, coastal environment.

About the Photos:
Photographer: Tiffany Rudy
Doughnuts: Fractured Prune, Surf City
Coffee: Coffee Haven, Sneads Ferry Learn More

Favorite Topsail Photos

We love to look back on pictures of Topsail, they remind us how fun life at the beach is!
It is obvious to us who live here why so many photographers find inspiration at Topsail Island. The gorgeous expanse of sand and the awesomeness of the ocean make for an excellent backdrop.
Sunrises, dunes, docks, piers, pelicans, surfing; there are a million moments on Topsail that create wonder. And that’s why we love learning about photography: To better capture those precious memories.

Fun for Kids | 2021-11-02

Star-Studded Voices: Hitting High Notes in the Ferry

A few months ago, I noticed there was a new business, developing in the adorable space across from our local library. It’s a very busy area, populated by one of our fav eateries (Rick’s ... READ the POST

Get to Know Your Neighbor | 2021-10-13

Restoring Confidence with Jenean LaCorte

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our latest spotlight is getting to know Surf City resident and business owner, Jenean Lacorte, of Restorative Tattoos. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, she’s ... READ the POST

Get to Know Your Neighbor | 2021-09-30

A Balancing Act with Hanah Jones

For the last 5 years, Hanah Jones has been a member of our Topsail community and, in my opinion, doing an impressive job of balancing the privacy required and building a successful online ... READ the POST

Get to Know Your Neighbor | 2021-09-02

The Picnic Haven: Bringing Bliss to our Beach

Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed that a new and unique business has landed in Surf City. The Picnic Haven, started by Cai Cee Murgo and LaRhea Burke, offers ... READ the POST

Get to Know Your Neighbor | 2021-08-11

Topsail Wine Experience: Uncorked with Heidi Singer

Last year I watched a Netflix original movie called “Uncorked” that I really enjoyed. It was about a young man upsetting his father when he pursues his dream of becoming a master sommelier ... READ the POST

Home Sweet Home | 2021-08-06

Upsizing Your Home for Your Expanding Business

More and more entrepreneurs are starting businesses out of their homes. It allows you to have your own workspace, make your own schedule, and save money on overhead, among other benefits. However, as ... READ the POST