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This Family-Run North Carolina Restaurant Is Famous For Its Fried Chicken
On a stretch of Fayetteville Street where history and community run deep, one restaurant has been quietly setting the standard for Southern comfort food for generations. The Chicken Hut is more than a place to eat; it is a Durham institution that has been welcoming families through its doors since 1957.
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This North Carolina Dairy Farm & Eatery Lets You Witness Your Ice Cream Being Made In Real Time
There are few places where you can watch your dessert being crafted from scratch while the cows that contributed to it graze peacefully just beyond the window. Howling Cow Dairy Education Center and Creamery offers exactly that kind of rare transparency. North Carolina knows how to do farm-to-cone right. Students...
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This North Carolina Mexican Spot Serves Cheerwine Mole Enchiladas You Will Not Forget
Ready for an enchilada plate that tastes like North Carolina decided to get bold on purpose? Mala Pata Molino Cocina serves Cheerwine mole enchiladas that sound surprising and then land like a full-on flavor flex. The first bite hits with that rich, cocoa-spiced mole depth, but the sweetness sneaks in...
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Where to Go Camping near Raleigh: Best Campsites and Camping Spots
Despite being a city, I am always amazed at how green and nature-filled Raleigh feels. My favorite time of day is that moment, just past sunset, when the pine forests exhale, the air cools, cicadas tune up, and the sky is filled with that Carolina pink hue that only the locals here know.
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Things to Do: March 2026
Celebrate unity and new beginnings while you welcome spring at the Hindu festival of colors. The free festival features Holi powders, cultural dance, artisan vendors, and food for purchase. Shamrock Showdown. March 20, 5–9 p.m. Downtown Apex. Introducing a new annual celebration that combines the energy of St. Patrick’s...
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Catch the Smoke: Lawrence Barbecue Comes to Cary
If you’ve never ordered raw oysters with your fresh sliced brisket, you’ve never eaten at Lawrence Barbecue. Of course, these aren’t just any oysters. Chef/owner Jake Wood, who admittedly would choose oysters as the one thing he would eat for the rest of his life, says these are “literally the best oysters I’ve ever had anywhere.”
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Eastfield Adds LongHorn Steakhouse As Selma Project Grows
SELMA — A new LongHorn Steakhouse has opened at the Eastfield development in Selma, marking the first location for the chain in Johnston County. The restaurant celebrated its ribbon-cutting Wednesday. The steakhouse is the third national restaurant to open at Eastfield, a 435-acre, 3 million-square-foot master-planned, mixed-use development located...
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Chef-Owners Leading the Charge in Raleigh
In Raleigh, “chef-owner” isn’t just a title. On any given service at East End Bistrot, you’ll likely see chef-partner William D’Auvray (pictured) in the open kitchen—cooking on the line, prepping, expoing or even cleaning. And he’s just one of many local working chefs you can find doing the same.
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Person Street Favorite The Station Pulls Plug March 8 After 12-Year Run
The Station at Person Street, the low-slung, patio-heavy hangout that helped put Person Street on Raleigh’s dining map, will serve its last rounds on March 8 after 12 years in business. Owner Hibernian Group announced on Instagram that the bar and restaurant will host two final weekends, then shut down for a full renovation. Once the dust settles, a new concept is set to take over the familiar corner spot, leaving regulars to savor the final stretch of burgers, patio nights and late-night crowds.
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This Groovy North Carolina Restaurant Is A Dream Come True For Beatles Fans
Some restaurants serve food, and some restaurants serve experiences wrapped in nostalgia with a side of really good wings. Abbey Road Tavern & Grill in Cary, North Carolina, firmly belongs in the second category, and if you’re a Beatles fan, this place is basically your personal paradise. Let’s be...
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The Legendary Mac And Cheese At This North Carolina Restaurant Is Worth The Drive From Anywhere
Some dishes whisper your name, but the mac and cheese at Poole’s in Raleigh, North Carolina screams it from the rooftops while doing a little dance. This isn’t just any mac and cheese we’re talking about here. You know how sometimes people throw around words like “legendary”...
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Longleaf Swine Expanding In The Triangle With Carrboro Location
Raleigh barbecue spot Longleaf Swine will be taking over the space currently home to Luna Rotisserie & Taproom, which recently announced plans to close on March 8. Longleaf Swine will open this year in the space at 307 E. Main St., according to Axios Raleigh. The brand currently has one...
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Flavor Hills Has Created the Recipe for Success In Volatile Restaurant Market
As restaurants nationwide cautiously navigate the first quarter of 2026, operators face a challenging business climate marked by lingering inflation, mercurial customer traffic, and rising operating costs impacting profitability. Many longstanding restaurants and chains have closed their doors, unable to adapt; but Flavor Hills, a Black-owned franchise in North Carolina, is thriving and scaling.
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Umbrella Dry Bar Owner Planning New Concept In Raleigh
Umbrella Dry Bar owner Meg Paradise and business partner Charlie Blue Arm are bringing a new concept called Songbird to Raleigh, according to a recent LinkedIn post from Paradise. The concept is slated to open in June. It will join East End Market at 1020 E. Whitaker Mill Road, Suite...
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A well-known Italian spot in North Carolina where dinner still feels like a good value
Nestled in the bustling North Hills area, Vivace in Raleigh, NC offers a modern twist on Italian dining. Known for its upscale yet rustic ambiance, this restaurant has become a staple for both locals and visitors seeking authentic Italian flavors without breaking the bank. With its promising menu and an...