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🇫🇷 Paris in Raleigh

How to make Raleigh feel like Paris
A set of storefronts that look like a European Village.
Step into a new continent when you visit Lafayette Village, modeled after a European town. | Photo by RALtoday
Hey, Raleigh — City Editor Allie here. The 2024 Olympic Games have got me itching for a slice of the Paris without the price of airfare. With the help of some local businesses, you can make the City of Oaks feel like the City of Lights for just one day, no Duolingo needed.

For a meal straight from France

A view of a cafe with a sanwich, salad, and espresso on a table.

Raleigh’s got plenty of French-inspired bites, including the box lunch from Lucettegrace.

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Photo by RALtoday

Bloomsbury Bistro, 509 W. Whitaker Mill Rd., Ste. 101 | If you’re feeling French, you can’t go wrong with a plate of steak frites in this more casual setting.

Coquette, 4351 The Circle At North Hills St. | If you’re looking for a good brasserie, Coquette is the place. Don’t miss croque madames and monsieus at lunch or coq au vin at dinner.

East End Bistrot, 2020 Progress Ct., Ste. 110 | This high-end spot is complete with plenty of fish, veal, and more exclusive bites. Caviar service? Oui, s’il vous plait!

Jolie, 620 N. Person St. | Chef Scott Crawford’s venture into French cuisine makes for a bright + inviting space. Pro tip: make sure you try for a rooftop table.

Dessert et ambiance

A hand is holding a box filled with a dozen multicolored macarons.

Indulge in a classic French dessert in a variety of flavors.

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Photo provided Amitie Macaron

La Farm, various locations | Each La Farm boulangerie feels like it belongs in a little French village — don’t forget a rustic loaf and a few white chocolate baguettes.

Lucettegrace, 235 Salisbury St. | In addition to a wide array of patisserie, grab a jambon beurre box lunch.

Raleigh is bustling with light + chewy macarons. Little Blue Macaron offers charming seasonal options and movie-inspired macrons to try before seeing a flick at the neighboring Alamo Drafthouse. Mon Macron makes lofty macron towers at its numerous 919 locations for special events. In addition to macarons, try a wide variety of pastry at Amitie Macaron.

For more than just French food but French vibes, head to Lafayette Village for a mini European village in Raleigh’s backyard — and pick up some crepes along the way.

Psst... if you can’t win a medal like our Raleigh-hailing Olympians, how about a Trophy... beer?
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Events
Monday, July 29
  • “Bachelorette” Watch Party | Monday, July 29-Monday, Aug. 26 | 7-10 p.m. | AVA Rooftop Bar, 301 Fenton Gateway Dr., Cary | $5-$40 | Grab your gal pals for a night of champagne, roses, games + food.
Tuesday, July 30
  • Candle Making Workshop with Southern Comforts | Tuesday, July 30 | 6-8 p.m. | W.E.L.D. Wine & Beer, 2425 Kildaire Farm Rd., Ste. 301, Cary | $35 | Craft a fully customized 10-ounce candle with the help of a pro.
  • blink-182 — ONE MORE TIME | Tuesday, July 30 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $35-$201 | Make your way out to the rock show to see these legendary musicians
Wednesday, July 31
  • Plant Pals: Air Plant Terrarium | Wednesday, July 31 | 6 p.m. | Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Dr., Raleigh | Free | Local plant shop Urban Pothos will teach participants how to make the perfect environment for air plants.
  • Fancy vs. Frugal: A Wine Tasting Series | Wednesday, July 31 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Westgate Wine Bar, 6405 Westgate Rd., Ste. 111, Raleigh | $15-$120 | Compare pricey wines with some potentially cost-effective counterparts.
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Try This

Local hot spots + celebrity chefs reign at RDU
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City Editor Allie Remhof says new restaurants from the likes of celebrity chefs make RDU dining feel more elevated + like you’re transported to a new space. | Photos by RALtoday
Calling all foodies: The RDU dining landscape is changing — and we’re here for it.

ICYMI, Raleigh-Durham International Airport has several restaurants, breweries, coffee spots, and grub to-gos opening soon — the latest of which includes Crawford’s Genuine and Carolina Craft, two new concepts by our very own local celebrity chef Scott Crawford.

We recently got a sneak peak of the two restaurants (opening this summer), and are sharing why the new dining + drinking options are worth getting excited about.

Local spots

Want to feel at home (or show off your fave local spots) while en route to your traveling adventures? Don’t miss the Raleigh names we know and love, including:
  • Bond Brothers
  • Raleigh Beer Garden
  • Lonerider
  • Black & White Coffee Roasters
  • And more
Celebrity chefs

Food Network stars Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri join Raleigh celebrity chefs, who will show off their craft with:
  • Bobby’s Burgers
  • Guy’s Pizza Joint
  • Crawford’s Genuine + Carolina’s Craft
  • Adios! By Oscar Diaz
See what else is coming soon
News Notes
Announced
  • After another successful stint in the 919, GalaxyCon and sister convention Animate! will continue in Raleigh through 2030. The conventions contribute $11 million annually and invite acclaimed voice actors + performers to Oak City. (WRAL)
Weather
  • This has been Raleigh’s wettest July ever with 9.11 inches of rain as of Friday, surpassing the previous record of 3.91 inches. Drought conditions are also improving with a 26% statewide drought coverage last week compared to 68% the week before. (WRAL)
Pets
  • Meet the Amber Alert for pets that has reunited over a million pets with their families and is based right here in Raleigh. PawBoost can be used across the world and can help find the one in three pets that go missing in their lifetime. (INDY Week)
Eat
  • OK, false alarm — Mama Dip’s might be closing its doors for traditional table service, but the legendary restaurant will still be offering family-style takeout meals Chapel Hill has known for over 40 years out of the Rosemary Street space. (The News & Observer)
Travel
  • NC’s “Wizard of Oz” theme park will open for just three weekends this September in Beech Mountain. Built in the ‘70s, visitors can trek down the yellow brick road for $60 per day. We’re off to see the Wizard! (The News & Observer)
Shop
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Allie Remhof

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Allie
From the editor
I really hope you read the headline of today’s article with Raleigh and Paris rhyming. Of course, I spent my weekend following the Olympics — I always love following gymnastics, basketball, and any Raleigh-connected athletes. I especially loved seeing a couple past and present NC Courage players win against Germany.
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