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When the weather cools down, is there anything cozier than putting on your favorite thrift store sweater and settling in with a book and warm drink at a quaint coffee shop? The Raleigh area has a variety of coffee shops to try this season, each with its own flair, both in the drinks and atmosphere.

There’s been a lot of buzz in the the Raleigh area's foodie scene around some exciting restaurants that have recently opened their doors. The list includes culinary concepts from some nationally recognized chefs and local passionate minds as well as a few under-the-radar spots that are...

Raleigh, N.C.'s cocktail culture is as vibrant as ever. From sophisticated speakeasies to local neighborhood hangouts, a well-crafted drink—perfect for a warm, sunny day or an intimate night out—is never far away in the Raleigh area. Watts & Ward This craft cocktail bar from...

The culinary scene in Raleigh, N.C., offers up a bevy of tasty delights for vegan and vegetarian visitors. From grab-n-go spots dedicated to leafy greens and plant-based dishes to sit-down establishments with tailored menus, the Raleigh area goes all out to satisfy appetites of all kinds. The

Whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, wedding rehearsal or another monumental life event, the many restaurants in the Raleigh area are stepping up their game when it comes to special occasions. Find the perfect setting for your next big celebration at one of these top spots for birthday...

When it opened in 1949 with three stores and one restaurant, Cameron Village—just outside of downtown Raleigh—became the first shopping center between Washington, D.C., and Atlanta. With more than 100 unique shops, cafes, restaurants, fitness studios, grocery stores and more packed...

Weekends are meant to be brunched on! Time spent with family and friends over stacks of blueberry pancakes or the perfect Eggs Benedict should be cherished—in the Raleigh area, it is. We get asked about brunch spots all the time, so we've put together this list of some of the area's...

High-flying rides and deep-fried pies—the N.C. State Fair is back in Raleigh, N.C., this month! The 152nd annual N.C. State Fair, in town Oct. 17-27, adds 30 new foods to the deep-fried fun for 2019. Hot foods, loaded-to-the-max foods, messy foods, foods we had no idea could actually go

A fierce philanthropist and accomplished restaurateur, chef Ashley Christensen just opened her sixth restaurant in downtown Raleigh. Poole'side Pies is a Neapolitan-style pizza joint, and it's a big deal. Here's why. Chef Ashley Christensen is having the time of her life. In May, the...

Take your taste buds on a trip around the world at Transfer Co. Food Hall in downtown Raleigh’s Olde East neighborhood, where community, fellowship and delicious food and drink abound. From the streets of Mumbai to the barrios of Argentina, from the sea to the farm, this renovated