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🎁 Take a bite out of these foodie gifts

Raleigh’s foodie gift finds for the holidays
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Scott Crawford is offering a trio of yummy gifts for the season. | Photo by Jessica Crawford
The older you get, the more you appreciate practical gifts — read: presents you can eat. Whether it’s a housewarming gift for the hostess with the mostess, or something for your friend who appreciates playing with new seasonings, Raleigh has no shortage of mouth-watering foodie gift finds.

Places to peruse

After brunch, shop more than 300 specialty food products made in NC and the South at NOFO.

Build your own gourmet gift basket out of Midtown Olive Oil’s wide selection of oils, vinegars, and specialty food items or scoop up a premade bundle.

Pick up local foodie gifts from DECO like Big Spoon Butter, Crude Bitters, The Pit BBQ Sauce, and cute kitchen decor.

Gingham and Posh offers NC-filled baskets featuring products like Videri Chocolate Factory bars, Ginny O’s Cheese Straws, and Tonya’s Peanut Brittle.

Someone holding up a Howling Cow Egg Nog in front of a pasture.

Leave out some Howling Cow Egg Nog for Santa —he’ll thank you, we promise.

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Grab-and-go gifts

Even the big man needs a present — pick up some Howling Cow Egg Nog to leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve.

Scott Crawford is offering a trio of yummy gifts from his kitchens + bars — make a basket out of Crawford and Son’s truffled eggnog, Jolie’s duck rillettes + crostini, and Cookshop’s pimento cheese + fried saltine crackers.

Nothing says “happy holidays” like receiving a popcorn bucket from Ella’s Popcorn.

Grab a caffeinated holiday basket from Gabi’s Grounds or a gift card from one of Raleigh’s coffee shops.

Add the City of Oak’s own Bone Suckin’ Sauce to your pit master’s stocking.

Make your hostess’ spread complete by bringing a seasonal loaf like the artisan snowman bread from La Farm Bakery.

The perfect stocking stuffer does exist — spice up a seasonal recipe with Nons Pinching Salts, available at local stores like Edge of Urge and Curate.

Last but not least, take a page from Raleigh chefs by gifting a cookbook from a local culinary expert.
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Events
Wednesday, Dec. 6
Thursday, Dec. 7
  • Science Conversations | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh | Free | Listen to museum educators and scientists talk about a variety of topics and execute science demos.
  • Rock Around the Block | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 5-9 p.m. | Person Street Plaza, Raleigh | Free | Shop deals + enjoy holiday decor and activities from neighboring stores like Edge of Urge, So & So Books, and Wine Authorities.
  • City of Raleigh Museum’s 30th Anniversary Fundraising Gala | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 6-11 p.m. | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St., Raleigh | $50-$400 | There will be a silent auction including items like an NC Chinese Lantern Festival gift bundle, a semi-formal dinner, drinks, and a fashion show.
Friday, Dec. 8
  • Holiday Pops — NC Symphony | Friday, Dec. 8 | 12 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $41 | Enjoy the sounds of your favorite holiday tunes — show up early to visit with Santa before the concert.
  • Figulina: Pasta + Provisions Popup Dinner | Friday, Dec. 8 | 5-8 p.m. | The Raleigh Wine Shop, 317 S. Bloodworth St., Raleigh | Free | Get a first taste of Figulina Pasta + Provisions, headed by former Poole’s Chef David Ellis, before opening in the former Humble Pie space.
Saturday, Dec. 9
  • Merry & Bright, A North Pole Market | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh | Free | Shop for unique gifts, create festive crafts, enjoy seasonal music + food, and take a holiday photo at the decorated Historic Mordecai House.
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Doing, discovering, applying: 4 things to know about WPU’s Immersive Learning
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Immersive Learning connects relevant information with what students want to do in their future careers. | Photo provided by William Peace University
College hunting? We’re taking a look at a unique offering that makes William Peace University (WPU) stand out: Immersive Learning.

Immersive Learning is actively applying knowledge through engaging + career-preparing experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. Here’s four reasons why that’s important:

🧑‍🎓 Immersive Learning leads to positive post-college outcomes.

96% of WPU graduates have jobs or are in graduate school within one year of graduating.

🤝 Every single WPU course features immersive learning experiences.

This results in more meaningful learning + opportunities to build relationships and develop problem-solving skills. Bonus: Class sizes are deliberately small to further encourage collaboration and community.

🔍 Active engagement strategies are utilized.

From simulations and role-playing to case studies and off-campus excursions, students engage with subject matters, including:
  • Taking measurements in Crabtree Creek
  • Investing in the stock market (risk-free)
  • Conducting a mock election
  • Replicating a drug bust — with help from Triangle law enforcement
🧑‍🏫 Immersive Learning works.

Equipped with decision-making experience, self-confidence, and communication skills, WPU students report feeling prepared for their future careers.
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News Notes
Transit
  • All aboard — a new AMTRAK route between Raleigh and Richmond will receive a $1 billion grant from the US Department of Transportation. The funds will be used to build a better passenger rail route along the CSX Transportation S-Line connecting NC, VA, Washington, D.C., and the Northeast Corridor. (Triangle Business Journal)
Sports
  • The Soccer Tournament will return to Cary’s WakeMed Soccer Park from June 5 to June 10, 2024. This year, the seven-a-side World Cup-style competition will add eight women’s teams to the mix with a $1 million prize, separate from the men’s $1 million reward. Teams have not yet been finalized. (The News & Observer)
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  • Under a new law, NC students will be required to pass a computer science course to graduate high school beginning in fall 2026. Additionally, all middle and high schools in NC will be mandated to offer introductory computer science courses. (WUNC)
Arts
  • For nearly 15 years, local authors have stepped into the role of Piedmont Laureate to promote the literary arts throughout central NC. Hillsborough-based award-winning journalist and best-selling author Steven Petrow has been chosen to serve as the region’s 2024 Piedmont Laureate.
Cause
  • Help spread holiday cheer to children of the UNC Children’s Hospital by gifting them a Jellycat stuffed animal from Edge of Urge. It’s simple — choose the size of Jellycat, check out, and EOU will donate the soft plush to a child at the hospital.
Plan Ahead
  • Now is the time to start planning an active adult trip. The program, which offers planned day and overnight trips geared toward adults ages 50 and older, has released its 2024 trip dates including a getaway to Alaska.
Real Estate
  • Exhale is helping luxury homebuilders elevate the homeowner experience by providing seamless home maintenance services after move-in. Owners of partnered properties enjoy a full year of complimentary HVAC, pest control, plumbing, and more + easy access to home managers and handymen. See how a partnership can add real value.*
Shop
  • Health.com called this vibrator the “Rolls Royce Of Sex Toys” — and it’s also clinically proven to improve arousal and alleviate dryness. Get it for 30% off ahead of the holidays.*
Finance
  • There’s cash back, and then there’s unlimited 1.5% cash back. This card has that, plus a $200 bonus and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*
Wellness
  • As we age, our hormone levels decline, affecting bone density, sleep, libido, and more. Test + optimize your hormones with Wellcore’s At-Home Assessment Kit — only $79 with code NEWYOU.*
 
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
Today is my birthday, and while I typically enjoy celebrating others more than myself, I am so looking forward to tonight’s dinner. My fiancé made a reservation to dine at Second Empire — I’m sure you’ll hear all about my experience at this white-table cloth Raleigh restaurant, so stay tuned.
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