Local pitmaster Jake Wood opens Lawrence Barbecue in downtown Cary—plus four other hot spots just outside Raleigh to check out.
Get Piggy at Gettin’ Piggy With It
Lawrence Barbecue and Trophy Brewing’s third annual Gettin’ Piggy With It ’cue fest is May 18 at Maywood Hall & Garden.
Good Roots
Under the Oak Catering chef Blake Gotliffe’s Roots for Reece Chef’s Picnic is back June 11 at Haven Farm.
Say Cheese (Tacos)
Leroy’s Tacos n Beer is now open in RTP—delivering succulent dranks, vibes and tacos, natch.
Bring It, Raleigh
A list of projects slated for Raleigh this year—from new RDU flights to restaurant openings to developments to anticipated happenings.
Big Birria Business
Just over a year after opening his uberpopular Lawrence Barbecue at Boxyard RTP, Jake Wood (who previously helmed Plates Neighborhood …
Something to Taco ’Bout
A little over a year after opening Lawrence Barbecue, Jake Wood is opening Leroy’s Tacos and Beer at Boxyard RTP.
Generations of Flavor
For chef Jake Wood and his Granny Helen, cooking is a family affair. Photographs by f8 Photo Studios It’s a …



