Category Archives: Restaurant Reviews
What is a Locopop?
Locopops are special frozen treats known as “paletas” (Mexican popsicles) made right here in the Triangle by a local business started in Durham by Summer Bicknell back in June 2005. The frozen pops come in both traditional Mexican flavors, such as mango-chile and … Continue reading
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Picture of the Week – Clyde Cooper’s BBQ in Raleigh
I snapped this picture of Clyde Cooper’s BBQ yesterday afternoon while walking along Davie Street in downtown Raleigh. Clyde’s is a Raleigh institution famous for their Carolina-style barbecue. They have been serving area residents with their slow cooked top lean … Continue reading
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Free Burgers for a Year! Anniversary Golden Bull Search at Bull City Burger & Brewery in Durham
Bull City Burger & Brewery in Durham is celebrating its one year anniverary this month. To help them celebrate they are holding another “find the golden bull” contest like the one they did to mark their grand opening back in March … Continue reading
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Lilly’s Pizza to Open Downtown Durham Location
The folks at Downtown Durham Inc. are reporting that Lilly’s Pizza, one of the most beloved pizza joints in Raleigh, is planning to open a new location in Downtown Durham in 2012. Word is it will fill the location previously … Continue reading
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Cafe’ Prost of Wake Forest: German Pretzels Arrive in The Triangle!
I’ve been following this Cafe Prost for some time now and happy to see they are now out on the Streets of the Triangle on a regualr basis adding to the local foodie scene! Their truck is based out of Wake Forest and serves … Continue reading
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Triangle Area Pizza: Super Bowl Sunday Options!
I always enjoy eating a nice pizza while watching the Super Bowl. Despite online discussions on review sites like yelp debating the issue, there are actually some really terrific pizza offerings in the Triangle. So where do you plan to get your pie for … Continue reading
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The Best Panini Ever! Check Out Toast In Durham!
Last weekend while visiting Durham I finally had the chance to stop in at Toast to have lunch. Toast is a “paninoteca” – an authentic Italian sandwich shop. Their specialities include Paninis, Tramezzini, Bruschetta, and Crostini. They also offer fresh salads and homemade … Continue reading
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Milkshake Mondays at the Person Street Pharmacy!
After 5 years of living in Raleigh I finally stopped in at the Person Street Pharmacy to try one of their famous milkshakes. This is an interesting little pharmacy nestled between the Oakwood and Moredecai neighborhoods. It has been open … Continue reading
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Lunch at Zoës Kitchen in North Hills
This past weekend my wife and I had lunch at Zoës Kitchen, which just opened up a month or so ago in the newest section of North Hills. Zoe’s features “Mediterranean-Inspired” food like hummus and kabobs, but they also have other … Continue reading
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