The James Beard Foundation just announced its 2025 semifinalists, and a host of Raleigh + NC standouts made the list.
Chai This
Ditch the coffee and sip on these delicious chai lattes from various Raleigh coffee shops and restaurants.
Much Ado About Stuffing
We tapped local chefs for their creative solutions for Thanksgiving leftovers (that aren’t, say, just a sandwich). Eat up!
Cookers & Shakers
The NCRLA Chef Showdown isn’t just a competition—it’s a platform.
Raleigh Chef Named James Beard Award Semifinalist 2023
The James Beard Foundation just announced its 2023 James Beard Awards Semifinalists—and Raleigh’s very own Preeti Waas of Cheeni Indian Food Emporium was selected for Best Chef: Southeast
23 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Jan. 19–25
Not plans this weekend? Here are a host of things to do in Raleigh this weekend and through next week.
Buy Small or Bye Small
Blue Water Spa launches Small Helping Small Program to benefit Cheeni Indian Emporium throughout December.
27 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Dec. 1–7
Don’t let the cold stop you from getting out and about this week! Check out some festive events around Raleigh, catch a comedy show and more.
33 Things to Do in Raleigh This Week, Sept. 29–Oct. 5
Don’t let Hurricane Ian stop you from having a great weekend! Here’s a host of fun events going on in Raleigh this week.
Preeti’s New Indian Emporium
Preeti Waas is expanding her popular Cheeni concept into a whimsical Indian food emporium.



