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🌳🏡 Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky – Raleigh's Mysterious Hobbit-Like Sculpture That Turns the World Upside Down!

Simba and I visited Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky in Raleigh, North Carolina, a mysterious, hobbit-like stone structure hidden among the trees at the North Carolina Museum of Art! Built into a wooded hillside with a grassy roof, circular stone walls, and a small wooden door, this unusual outdoor sculpture looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.

Raleigh, NC · 5d
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The Legendary North Carolina Restaurant That Has Refused To Serve Ketchup For Over 80 Years

In Raleigh, North Carolina, there’s a restaurant that has been grilling hot dogs, charming locals, and turning away ketchup for over 80 years without a single apology. The Roast Grill is not just a restaurant. It’s a statement. And that statement is: ketchup is not welcome here, it...

Raleigh, NC · 12d
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He started selling banana pudding from trunk of his car, now he has a store in Durham: NC Made

One Durham man is reimagining a classic southern staple, banana pudding, with new flavors and combinations while staying close to his roots.

Durham, NC · 16d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Crabtree Valley Mall changes and a new Capital Blvd store. Here's what to know

Two Raleigh retail stories are moving this fall. Crabtree Valley Mall is bringing back its merchandising carts after a year away, while a national flooring chain is opening its first store in the city. Here are key takeaways: Retail merchandising carts are back in the hallways at Crabtree Valley Mall after owner Macerich removed them in September 2025 as part of a $60 million modernization. The mall has also added a DICK’S House of Sport in the former Sears space, a wine and cocktail bar called Arthur’s inside Belk and a new BoxLunch location. Atlanta-based Floor & Decor is opening its first Raleigh warehouse store at 3131 Capital Blvd., with a grand opening set for Thursday, Nov. 5. The specialty hard-surface flooring retailer, which operates more than 280 stores nationwide, quietly opened to customers on Oct. 15 and will mark the official launch with a ribbon cutting and a chance to win a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists. Ask the North Carolina Service Journalism Team Questions about life in North Carolina? Or have a

Raleigh, NC · 8d

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This North Carolina Sandwich Shop Just Earned Michelin Recognition For Its Homemade Bread And Big City Sandwiches

The bread here has a job description. It is made specifically for sandwiches, and the owners are stubborn enough to say so out loud. Honestly, I respect that. Even the sesame seeds get toasted before they ever meet the dough, which tells me this North Carolina sandwich counter is thinking several steps ahead of lunch.

Durham, NC · 12d

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This North Carolina Park Just Unveiled A Giant Basketball Tree With 23 Hoops That Anyone Can Play On

Swish. Clang. Okay, now try the branch three hoops higher. A 23-foot orange steel tree covered in 23 real basketball hoops sounds like something invented during a very strange halftime show. Instead, it is playable public art sitting in a North Carolina park. I would not make it ten feet...

Raleigh, NC · 7d

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Raleigh Oyster Fest Returns With Pitmasters, Vegan Bites and a Cheaper Ticket

Oyster shells and barbecue smoke will mingle at Raleigh Iron Works this Saturday as the Rawleigh Oyster Fest returns for its third go-round, this time with North Carolina pitmasters joining the lineup and a cheaper way in for anyone who felt priced out of the first two sellouts. The festival, themed “Smoke & Shuck,” runs from 1 to 5 p.m. at 1101 E. Whitaker Mill Road.

Raleigh, NC · 6d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Insects in rice, floating black growth: 3 Triangle restaurants get ‘B' grades

The News & Observer publishes a weekly roundup of restaurant sanitation scores to keep you up-to-date on the health grades at Triangle dining spots. Sanitation scores and their corresponding letter grades are used in North Carolina to assess restaurants’ adherence to rules and standards intended to mitigate and prevent the spread of food-borne illnesses. You’ve likely seen sanitation grade cards at restaurants you’ve visited, and The N&O previously explained what those scores mean and how they’re calculated . Here are sanitation scores in Triangle counties from Oct. 20-26. Wake County sanitation scores The Wake County inspection management system shows 85 restaurant inspections were completed Oct. 20-26. One restaurant received a B grade (a score of at least 80 but lower than 90): Acacia Tree Asian Cuisine (101 Keybridge Drive, Suite 100, Morrisville) received a score of 87.5 on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The restaurant was in violation of 11 standards. Violations include a metal bowl of standing water with black growth floating inside, encrusted buildup of debris on several dishes stored as clean and flying insects inside bulk bins of rice, among other violations. The restaurant previously scored an A grade in January 2026. Durham County sanitation scores The Durham County

Wake County, NC · 12d

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Weekend best bets: Skate the Square, Oyster Fest, Oktoberfest

Nov. 6: Skate the Square - Fenton opens its outdoor ice rink for the season tonight. The event runs through February. Nov. 7: Little Fentonian Skate the Square - This ice skating event at Fenton is for kids under 7 and their parents. Nov. 7: Market on Tap: Jingle &...

Raleigh, NC · 6d

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Bar to bring elevated South Indian dining experience to Cary

CARY - Bar O Bar, a new contemporary Indian restaurant rooted in the culinary traditions of South India, will open in December in Cary. Built around the idea of being "Perfectly Indian," Bar O Bar celebrates the depth and diversity of Indian cuisine, with a particular emphasis on South Indian flavors and traditions. The restaurant's name draws from "barobar," meaning "perfect" in several Indian languages, reflecting a philosophy of balance that extends across its food, cocktails, design and hospitality.

Cary, NC · 7d

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The Pork Chops Taste Just Like Home At This Durham Soul Food Spot, And North Carolina Locals Rave About The Crispy Fried Chicken Too

Some meals remind you of a family reunion before you even finish the plate. In south Durham, a small counter-service kitchen has built a loyal following by cooking food the way grandmothers and aunties did on Sunday afternoons. The pork chops get the most attention, and the fried chicken earns...

Durham, NC · 7d

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Grits, Eggs, And Gravy Have Kept Raleigh Regulars Coming Back To Big Ed’s For Decades

Some breakfast spots chase trends, and some just keep the coffee coming while the trends pass by. In downtown Raleigh, one small Southern kitchen has built its whole reputation on the second approach. The plates come out loaded with eggs, grits, biscuits, and gravy, and the line at the door...

Raleigh, NC · 5d

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10 North Carolina Gluten-Free Bakeries Serving Treats Worth Driving Miles For

A former tennis pro now spends mornings making gluten-free bagels in North Carolina. I love that plot twist. Trading a racket for a rolling pin takes serious nerve. The surprises keep coming across the state. One Italian bakery sells gluten-free almond mousse cakes and chocolate hazelnut tarts beside its classic pastries. Another shop stocks take-and-bake cinnamon buns in a freezer case, so the treat can ride home with you.

Wilmington, NC · 8d

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Bone-In Ribeyes Meet Live Music And Craft Cocktails At This Classic Steakhouse In Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina

Some dinners are just meals, and some turn into the story you tell for years. In downtown Raleigh, one steakhouse has built its name on the second kind of night. A jazz set plays in the room, a thick bone-in ribeye heads to the table, and somebody nearby is quietly celebrating an anniversary. The place keeps a classic, dressed-up feel, yet it rarely acts stuffy or pretentious.

Raleigh, NC · 8d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Downtown Raleigh and Cary to see new food spots coming soon

Two new restaurant moves are stirring up the Triangle dining scene. A national burger chain is making plans for Fayetteville Street, while a contemporary Indian concept prepares to open in Cary. Here are key takeaways: Five Guys Burgers & Fries has filed sketch plans to customize 442 Fayetteville St. in downtown Raleigh’s City Plaza , with interior renovations and added rear space for a walk-in cooler. The plan review is scheduled for Nov. 4, and the building is owned by Highwoods Properties Inc. Sama Hospitality is opening Bar O Bar , a contemporary Indian restaurant at 2301 Corley Road in Cary , in December. Led by Michelin-trained Chef Vikash Vumudi, the menu leans into South Indian flavors like tamarind, black pepper and fresh coconut, with dishes such as Donne biryani and Ghee & Gunpowder. The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The source reporting referenced above was written and edited entirely by journalists.

Raleigh, NC · 8d

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WakeMed NICU babies celebrate Halloween in adorable handmade costumes

WakeMed NICU babies celebrated their first Halloween in handmade costumes created by WakeMed's Sewing Volunteers.

Raleigh, NC · 7d

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12 North Carolina BBQ Plates That Make One Visit Turn Into a Standing Habit

You pull off a two-lane highway because your stomach is louder than the radio, and the building in front of you looks like it has not changed in decades. Then a paper plate of smoky chopped pork lands in front of you, and suddenly you are planning your next trip before the first bite is gone.

North Carolina · 8d

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John Michenfleder Wins the Old North Fall Final Joran Lake, NC Oct 31, 2026 28.70 lbs $2,360.00!

The 2027 Old North Spring schedule is posted! Come join us for another great Spring Trail! Tap on the link to view the schedule!. John Michenfleder weighed in 5 bass at 28.70 lbs taking 1st place and $2,360.00!. Drew Mathews & Landon Dorman 2nd with 21.66 lbs! $1,000.00!. Thomas Sheffer...

Raleigh, NC · 7d

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Cary Spotlight (Travel + Discover Edition): Issue #1105

• 😋🍴 Discover Cary (Eat & Drink): RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar. • 💡 Business Spotlight: From English Struggles to Everyday Confidence. • 🎁 Adventure starts close to home: Thank You For Your Gift. • 📅 Events: Planning your week in Cary?. 👉 Browse the...

Cary, NC · 7d