The Copper Pot & Wooden Spoon has been selected as
one of 100 finalists in the Martha Stewart “American Made” audience choice awards.

The Waynesville-based business is owned by sisters-in-law Jessica DeMarco and Dayna Stubee. The two chefs produce artisan foods such as jams and pickles using local produce, all while preserving tradition.

The Martha Stewart program will feature a select number of "American Makers," artisans and business owners whose products exemplify the country’sentrepreneurial spirit. The Copper Pot and Wooden Spoon was selected as a finalist from 2,000 entries nationwide.

The top 10 businesses with the most online votes will a be part of a multimedia celebration of American artists, artisans and entrepreneurs and will be honored guests at a celebratory event on Oct. 16 ...