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Date night ideas for every type of Raleighite
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date night in the 919.
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Allie Remhof
A spread of vegan dishes on a table.
Food
15 health-conscious restaurants in Raleigh
The City of Oaks is packed with vegetarian, vegan, and other healthy restaurant options.
January 6, 2023
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Cat George
A bar with non-alcoholic options
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Bars that serve creative mocktails in Raleigh
Who said alcohol-free drinks have to be boring? Try mocktails in Raleigh all year long for a refreshing drink, sans spirits.
January 4, 2023
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Cat George
Meg Paradise in from of her Umbrella Dry Bar booth.
Food
Meg Paradise is opening a dry bar in Raleigh
Umbrella Dry Bar will feature zero-proof wine and beer, mocktails, a bottle shop, tasting bar, and event space.
January 4, 2023
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Cat George
Tapas at Las Ramblas.
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Raleigh restaurants and bars opening in January
Get ready for new Italian, Spanish, and barbecue restaurants.
December 20, 2022
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Anne Weber
A top-down shot of a matcha peppermint mocha latte with two candy canes forming a heart.
Food
5 Raleigh spots to get hot chocolate
Swap that second coffee for a sip of chocolate — candy canes optional.
December 19, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
The Benny & The Gins cocktail.
Food
Making spirits bright with 3 Young Hearts cocktails
Try these holiday-themed cocktails at your next gathering.
December 15, 2022
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Cat George
Food on a marble countertop.
Food
Cheeni named NC Restaurant of the Year
Eater Carolinas released its 2022 Eater Awards.
December 9, 2022
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Cat George
Sommelier Paula de Pano in Rocks + Acid.
Food
Journey through wine at Rocks + Acid
An inside look at sommelier Paula de Pano’s first shop and tasting room.
December 6, 2022
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Anne Weber
A screenshot of 321 Coffee on the TODAY show.
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321 Coffee featured on the TODAY show
The Raleigh-based coffee shop opened its third location on Saturday, Dec. 3.
December 5, 2022
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Cat George
A girl wearing a sweatshirt that reads "The Optimist" while drinking out of a mug.
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Raleigh’s coolest coffee shop merch
Support your favorite coffee shop by picking up some fresh gear from hats and totes, to sweatshirts and crazy socks.
December 1, 2022
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Cat George
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