July 2016 / August 2016 Archives

Like a Fine Wine: Margaux’s turns 25

Jun 30, 2017 Cameron Walker 0

The restaurant celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The secret to its success? Imaginative fare and extraordinary service since 1992. If you ask co-founder Steve Horowitz the origin of the name Margaux’s, he’s likely to spin […]

Appetite for Art

Jul 25, 2016 Mandy Howard 0

For restaurants in Raleigh, art is more than something to fill blank space. It’s a way to spotlight local artists, create a warm atmosphere and give back to the community that supports them. Check out […]

Remembering Our Roots

Jul 25, 2016 Mandy Howard 0

The Civil War broke out right in the middle of the restoration process for the Mount Vernon home and estate. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association of the Union refused to see their hard work undone […]

Adventures in Eating

Jul 25, 2016 Paige Luck 0

Sometimes you crave something out of the ordinary, a unique experience or an unusual flavor. You don’t have to travel around the world to find exotic culinary experiences. They exist in Raleigh. We’ve unearthed five […]

Lunchtime Fitness

Jul 25, 2016 Alexandra Drosu 0

Squeezing in time to exercise during the workweek can be a challenge, especially if you’re not an early riser. However, more and more fitness studios in Raleigh are offering ways to workout during your lunch […]

Coming Soon: Crawford & Son

Jul 21, 2016 Alexandra Drosu 0

The biggest and best food news is that Chef Scott Crawford will be staying in Raleigh. There was much speculation after his recent departure from Standard Foods that he would be heading south to Savannah […]

Light Attraction

Jul 18, 2016 Alexandra Drosu 0

A conversation between bon vivant Louis St.Lewis and artist Nate Sheaffer on aliens, the power of light, and what’s next (Hint: it involves glitter!) You never know where new art might surprise you, especially in […]

Protecting Your Scalp

Jul 18, 2016 Alexandra Drosu 0

Checking for unusual lesions or dark moles is an important way to protect yourself from malignant melanoma, the more dangerous form of skin cancer. However, checking your scalp can prove difficult for most people. Board-certified […]

On a Roll

Jul 18, 2016 Christa Gala 0

There are more than 60 food trucks in Raleigh spinning their wheels daily each with their own signature food style—from Creole cooking to cupcakes, barbeque to beignets. And each truck’s identity is literally driven by […]

Outer Limits: Check out these 5 places!

Jul 18, 2016 Alexandra Drosu 0

1. Black Twig Cider House 2812 Erwin Road, Durham blacktwigciderhouse.com This new restaurant in Durham features the largest selection of cider in the Southeast, more than 80 on draft and bottled. Co-owner Matthew Benson’s love […]