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New treat spots in Raleigh
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Raleigh Rolls’ new location opened this June. | Photo by Raleigh Rolls
Summer is officially upon the City of Oaks — what better way to celebrate and cool down than with a local sweet treat? These spots are all new to Raleigh and feature hot and cold options for whatever you’re craving.

Andia’s Ice Cream, 2200 Atlantic Ave., Raleigh | Opening 2023 | Cary-based Andia’s is coming to Raleigh Iron Works later this year. Owned by a Grand Master Ice Cream Maker, Andia’s specializes in gourmet flavors including baklava, lemon basil sorbet, rose pistachio, churro, and mango chamoy. Try a flight of flavors or go for hot and cold with a flamed ice cream brulee.

Raleigh Rolls, 10750 Wakefield Commons Dr., Ste. 105, Raleigh | Opened June 2023 | You’ve had scooped ice cream, but have you ever had rolled ice cream? Inspired by street food in Southeast Asia, Raleigh Rolls uses local toppings including Benelux coffee and Cheerwine. Bonus: Upgrade your rolls by putting them in a homemade waffle taco shell. This is Raleigh Rolls’ second location, the first in Morgan Street Food Hall.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, 2014 Cameron St., Raleigh | Opened May 2023 | The Columbus, Ohio-based ice cream favorite is finally in Raleigh. This scoop shop is located in the Village District and features unique ingredients including a cream cheese base, brambleberry jam, and everything bagel seasoning.

Amitie Macaron, 230 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | Opened February 2023 | This downtown cafe features French macarons and other delicate pastries. An Amitie cold brew and some vibrant macarons sounds like the perfect pick-me-up.

Little Blue Bakehouse, 2116-H New Bern Ave., Raleigh | Opened August 2022 | This east Raleigh incubator kitchen has multiple bakers under one roof, with options like macarons, boozy cupcakes, bakery classics, and savory cheddar chive biscuits.

If you want s’more, check out seven tried-and-true dessert spots in Raleigh.
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Events
Monday, June 26
  • Game On! | Monday, June 26| 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy a fun variety of giant games, lawn games, board games, and more.
Tuesday, June 27
  • Bookmobile at Peach Road Park | Tuesday, June 27 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 911 Ileagnes Rd., Raleigh | Free | Visit the Bookmobile to sign up for a library card, check out items, and return borrowed materials.
Wednesday, June 28
  • Pride Comedy Night | Wednesday, June 28 | 7:30-11 p.m. | Watts & Ward, 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh | $15-$20 | Some of NC’s funniest Queer comics, like Tyler Deese and Steph Stigma, will take the stage.
  • Pay-What-You-Can Farmstand | Wednesday, June 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Raleigh City Farm, 800 N. Blount St., Raleigh | Free | Purchase produce like basil, cabbage, collards, okra, peppers, and tomatoes from this neighborhood farm.
Tuesday, July 4
  • Sensory Friendly Playtime - 4th of July | Tuesday, July 4 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh | Free | Join us for this free event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment — registration is required.*
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You asked, Synergy Face + Body answered: The No. 1 question on summer skincare
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Synergy Face + Body CEO Anna Churchill answers recent questions from Raleighites in the first installment of our Q + A series. | Photo by Revolution Studios
We asked readers to send us their most burning summer skincare questions — and back with the answers is Synergy Face + Body CEO Anna Churchill. Here’s her expert rec for your No. 1 question:

Q: I can’t help but think that I’m looking a lot older than I actually am, and I think it could be from years of sun damage. How can I know exactly where my skin stands and where to go from there?

A: The VISIA Complexion Analysis System by Canfield Scientific provides the most sophisticated experience for aesthetic + skin care consultations. Taking a photo in its interface is quick (under a minute) and reveals red spots, brown spots, UV damage, wrinkle density, texture + pores.

During a consultation with Synergy, VISIA can show a simulation of how your skin will age in the next few years. This evaluation is a must-do before investing in home care products and skin procedures, like injectables or laser treatments, or facial plastic surgery.
News Notes
Sports
  • NC State’s Terquavion Smith — or Baby T to Wolfpack fans — went undrafted in Thursday’s NBA draft, but the Philadelphia 76ers signed him that night. Duke’s Dereck Lively II and Dariq Whitehead were drafted in the first round, going to the Dallas Mavericks and the Brooklyn Nets, respectively. (USA Today)
Opening
  • Madre opened this weekend in Smoky Hollow. The Mediterranean and Latin restaurant has been under construction for nine months, and it looks stunning. We can’t wait to try their small plates like calamari and charcuterie soon.
Coming Soon
  • A prime site on Glenwood Avenue near Tacos Abarca and Biggby Coffee will get a reboot with a new American Pride Xpress car wash featuring a tunnel drive-thru wash. The property is assessed to be worth $1 million. (Triangle Business Journal)
Community
  • The 2022 Raleigh Community Survey results are in, and the City of Oaks boasts a 90% satisfaction rating for overall quality of life. Participants ranked Raleigh under categories including, quality of life, satisfaction with city services, perceptions of safety, and value.
Ranked
  • Raleigh and Durham collectively ranked as the No. 2 best place to live in the South by a US News & World Report ranking. US News cites science and tech companies in the area and growing job opportunities as compelling elements in the ranking.
Announced
  • Congrats to Hilary T., our winner of our New Bern Getaway Giveaway with Visit New Bern. Hilary has been contacted by our team and will enjoy an overnight stay and activity package in New Bern, NC ($1,000 value). Congrats!*
Wellness
  • Thinning hair? You’re not alone. This No. 1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand is physician-formulated with science-backed ingredients to target root causes of thinning for faster-growing, visibly thicker hair. (Pro tip: This five-minute quiz will help you get to the root of your thinning.)*
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🏜️ Cowboy boots in North Hills

Western apparel store Tecovas opens Raleigh location
A tan building with "Tecovas" on the front with large windows showing mannequins in western wear and cowboy boots.
Tecovas opened in North Hills in June. | Photo by RALtoday
Tecovas, a Texas-based boot and apparel store, recently put down roots in North Hills and has you covered for quality western wear.

Tecovas carries both men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, but their main highlight is their boots. Tecovas’ boots are handmade by artisans in Léon, Mexico, and are made with top-quality leather and other materials. The store also has a small bar so you can sip and shop.

Other western goods include cowboy hats, fun T-shirts, work shirts, and various leather accessories.
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Allie
From the editor
I’ve been excited about Smoky Hollow for a while now, so it was so exciting to finally visit the mixed-use urban development this weekend. I visited Midwood Smokehouse and tried some fantastic BBQ and peeked around the now-open Madre and other exciting businesses.
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