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Meat, cheese, wine and friends
If a plate of snacks for dinner is wrong, we don’t want to be right. Viral in popularity ever since “girl dinner” was coined on a 2023 TikTok giving name to the “snacky supper” (aka a bountiful smattering of charcuterie, accoutrements, and/or random pairings of leftovers—think a half-bag of chips + three bites of pasta), the all-the-rage graze sesh makes for the perf Galentine’s Day, best paired with a bevy—and a bestie, obviously. Here, where to gather ’round Raleigh with your gaggle of gal pals for max cheesiness, in the best way.
Postino
Let’s go girls… to build your own bruschetta board. Mix and match from a variety of toast ops ranging smoked salmon and pesto to French onion—or spring for the likes of a Greek hummus board or table cheese. Bottle of vino required for all the gossip (girl) vibes. postinowinecafe.com
Whiskey Kitchen
No situationships here. Just fine-aging whiskey (and friendships!) over small plates like cracklin’ biscuits, crispy broccoli, farm cheese and roasted cauliflower. And fries before guys—always. whiskey.kitchen
Vita Vite
Finally, an excuse to pop bottles and ~wine~ all you want about your love life—or lack thereof. Snag a spot by the fireplace at the Downtown sip spot (but please, don’t try to burn the letters your ex gave you) while you nosh on the ever-changing lineup of cheese and charcuterie options. Pair with mustard to add a little spice to your life. vitaviteraleigh.com
STIR
If you’re not looking to commit (to a full bottle), this happening North Hills outpost offers both a Slay Then Rosé cocktail—or spring for “just the tip” of a bottle by taking advantage of one of their fancy Coravin pours. Complete the meal with oysters with mignonette and the Chef’s Board, brimming with bread, nuts, cheeses, meats, and more. stirraleigh.com
The Raleigh Wine Shop
Meat and cheese—it’s what’s for dinner. And when it’s RWS’ cut-to-order charcuterie and artisanal cheeses from around the world, it’s perfectly acceptable, especially when paired with a glass or two. Vinofile vixens will enjoy the wide selection of vinos on offer, with its wine-by-the-glass program allowing you to taste your way through several ops. theraleighwineshop.com
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