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Songbird Is Bringing a Six-Season Bar to Raleigh—And It Actually Follows the Day
There’s a new bar opening in Raleigh this June and, for once, it’s not screaming about smoked ice cubes or a $22 Old Fashioned with a story longer than your mortgage. It’s called Songbird, and it’s opening at East End Market on Whitaker Mill. But before you roll your eyes and say, “Cool, another bar,” slow down. This one starts in the morning.
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Raleigh chef-restaurateur duo introduce new sushi concept at Boxyard RTP
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. [February 17, 2026] – Triangle diners seeking a fresh, fast-casual option to meet their sushi cravings will soon have a new go-to spot at Boxyard RTP, the experiential dining and retail destination conveniently located within Hub RTP, Research Triangle Park’s (RTP’s) vibrant downtown destination. Slated to open this spring, KatSushi Bar is the latest concept from Top Chef alum Katsuji Tanabe and acclaimed Raleigh restaurateur Anthony Rapillo, bringing Japanese-inspired flavors and a modern sushi experience to RTP.
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This North Carolina Restaurant Secretly Serves The State’s Best Filet Mignon
I never thought a single bite of filet mignon could change my entire perspective on steak. Walking through the doors of Oak Steakhouse felt like stepping into a secret the locals had been keeping from the rest of the world. Tucked away at 417 W Hargett St, Raleigh, this steakhouse...
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Ruben Studdard Live At The Clayton Center February 28
CLAYTON, N.C – Experience the Grammy-nominated voice of Ruben Studdard, the soulful American Idol Season 2 winner, live on stage Saturday, February 28 at 8:00 PM at The Clayton Center. With a career spanning more than two decades, Studdard remains one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary R&B,...
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This Mom-And-Pop Cafe In North Carolina Will Serve You The Most Incredible Homemade Pies Of Your Life
Picture this: golden crusts so flaky they shatter at first bite, fillings bursting with flavor that taste like childhood memories, and a family story woven into every single slice. That’s what I discovered at a charming bakery tucked away in Raleigh, where generations of baking wisdom come together in perfect harmony.
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This Charming North Carolina Breakfast Stop Is The Kind Of Place You Tell Your Friends About
This is the kind of breakfast spot you brag about. Step inside Angie’s in Garner and the first thing that hits you is the smell of coffee and buttered toast. Plates arrive piled high, eggs run a little soft at the center, and biscuits break apart with a small, satisfying crack. Servers move with practiced cheer, calling out orders like a neighborhood relay.
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These North Carolina Diners Keep Comfort Food Traditions Alive
North Carolina diners serve up more than just plates of food. They dish out memories, warmth, and flavors that remind folks why comfort food earned its name. From crispy fried chicken to fluffy biscuits swimming in sausage gravy, these local spots honor recipes passed down through generations. North Carolina knows how to keep tradition alive one delicious bite at a time.
Inside Pulse
DVD Review: VHS Maniacs! – Volume 1
During the winter I received a notice on one of my social media sites that Pizza Party Massacre was being shown at Kings in downtown Raleigh. I knew nothing about the film except at the bottom it said the movie was shot on VHS. I had to see the weirdness. Director Hayden Hall (from the Philadelphia area) made a horror movie that felt like it was produced in the late ’80s and early ’90s when kids would attempt to make their own films using dad’s VHS Camcorder. The glitches and limitations of VHS became part of the texture of the tale of how poor Petey, a kid working at his dad’s pizza parlor was burned alive and reborn as pizza face. The special effects were properly cheesy for a film about cheese pizzas. I sat in the nightclub in awe and laughing away. The film just got brilliantly weirder until the end. It’s my favorite film of 2025. Afterwards I talked with Hayden about making the film. Turns out he spent years making the movie on weekends. He said the biggest issue with filming in VHS was that the camcorder batteries could no longer hold a charge, so he had to use extension cords. He couldn’t quite be as mobile. I realized that VHS was still an active media and not worth forgetting like DIVX discs. VHS Maniacs! – Volume 1 combines two documentaries from producer/director Tony Newton about the glory of the format, the movies and the stores that rented the titles.
trianglearoundtown.com
Not Your Typical Taco: Velvet Taco Opens in Raleigh’s North Hills
We got a sneak peek at the globally inspired menu—and it did not disappoint. Velvet Taco, a Texas-born brand known for bold, globally inspired flavors, opens its first Raleigh location in North Hills on Monday, February 16, 2026. With this debut, Raleigh's taco scene gets a creative upgrade, as highlighted during the Raleigh Reveal Event on February 12.
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This North Carolina BBQ Spot Serves Burnt Ends, Banana Pudding, And Pure Flavor
My first real taste of championship barbecue came on a Tuesday afternoon in Benson, when I followed smoke signals to a place I’d heard whispers about for months. The Redneck BBQ Lab sits at 12101-B NC-210, Benson, attached to a gas station of all places, but don’t let that fool you for a second.