For Pappy Khouri, the moment he picked up a paintbrush was more than just a creative impulse—it was the beginning of a journey that would span over a decade of growth, exploration, and discovery.

At the heart of downtown Wilmington's culinary scene, Chef Thomas Calhoun brings a world of flavor to the table at Sugo Italian Restaurant.

Each month, Cape Fear Living will spotlight a unique coastal vacation property from Sea Scape Properties, spanning from Ocean Isle Beach to North Topsail Beach.