The new year ushered in a new meadery and bottle shop at 1104 Broad Street. Moon Dog Meadery transformed a former fencing studio located in the basement of Joe Van Gogh coffee shop into a shop and lounge offering locally-brewed NC craft beer, wine, cider, mead, and more.
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2021 Recap: Durham’s New Restaurants and Expansions
It’s time for the annual end-of-year recap of Durham’s newest restaurants, bars, and cafes! As you’ll see from 2021’s list below, even a pandemic can’t slow down the local food and beverage scene. Have you had a chance to visit all these new spots for dine-in or take out yet?
Killer Queen Wine Bar, Killing it in Downtown Durham
Downtown Durham wine bar, Killer Queen, transports guests to a cozy little oasis inside and out, where a great glass of wine and exquisite dishes can be enjoyed in a relaxing setting. We spoke with owner, Silvia Gallo, to learn more about her newly opened space.
‘Tis the “Season to Taste” for Cooking Classes & Prepared Meals
Even though I write about food on a daily basis, I’m no expert on how to best prepare and cook it. This might be the very reason I appreciate everything our local chefs and bakers create, and feel lucky to live in a place where I benefit from exceptional culinary talent, including that of Chef…
Sage and Swift Dinners To-Go & Thanksgiving
We are accustomed to contacting local catering businesses, such as Sage & Swift, when it comes to large gatherings and events, but in recent years (and particularly at a time when large events could not happen due to the pandemic), caterers really got creative, offering weekly family meals, weekend meal kits, and special holiday packages….
Eat Sweet Restaurant Week
When I think of fall, one of the classic foods that comes to mind is sweetpotatoes. Here in North Carolina, we are lucky to have an abundance of these nutritious and versatile veggies. This year, several restaurants, including many throughout the Triangle, are showcasing creative and delicious sweetpotato dishes (and cocktails!) during the 2021 North…