Jul
23
And the winners are…
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Metro Magazine has released part 1 of it’s eighth annual MetroBravo awards. Among others, the categories include restaurants, media personalities, professional services and golf courses.
Overall, I found the list to be a little dry, with several big-name chains taking the top prize in categories like best local coffeehouse (Starbucks) and best french fries (McDonalds). But, a few local highlights and notables include:
Top new restaurant
South
Top chef
Ashley Christiansen, Enoteca Vin
Best sushi
Waraji
Best pizza
Capital Creations
Top dessert
Hayes Barton Dessertery & Café
If you can stand to sort through the lack of distinguishing formatting, the full list can be found here: http://www.metronc.com/article/?id=1375
Also, a “top anything” list is always good for stirring up debate. If you have anything to add or dispute, post it in the comments and let the games begin.
Jul
18
Meet me at The Mill
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Whether it’s the overly smoke-filled bar, the dining room that can be eerily quiet and feels like my grandmothers house (20 years ago), or the somewhat uncomfortable iron chairs on the patio - I love to eat and drink at Edwards Mill Bar and Grill. Read more
Jul
10
Local Businesses Contribute to Carolina Charm
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As stories about Raleigh’s growth circulate, and in doing so help to draw attention to our prosperous economy, I stumbled across another article highlighting a much different, but equally important aspect of Raleigh – it’s charm.
Fortune Small Business magazine, a division of CNN, attributes this charm in large part to local businesses and landmarks. In particular: The Angus Barn, the Cameron Park Inn and the City Market. Read the full article here.