Foodie alert: 3 new restaurants officially open at RDU
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Whether flying in or flying out, these craft food + drink options make eating and drinking locally possible even when traveling. | Photos by Daniel Carr
We’ve been chatting it up about the restaurants, bars + eateries coming soon to Raleigh-Durham International Airport — and now we’re back to raise a glass and celebrate the official opening of some of the most-anticipated food and drink concepts.
Raleigh, meet Crawford’s Genuine, Carolina Craft, and Black & White Coffee Roasters.
Crawford’s Genuine
Terminal 2, Gate C1
The master brings his talent to RDU. Each dish at Crawford’s Genuine is curated by five-time James Beard-nominated chef Scott Crawford and brings with it a vibrant offering of American cuisine featuring bold North Carolina flavors + fresh ingredients that reflect our region.
What we’re eating: Braised Beef Short Ribs (psst: it’s melt in your mouth good)
What we’re drinking: The Nina Simone — and any of the local beers for the perfect short ribs pairing.
In addition to mouthwatering short ribs, the Crawford’s Genuine menu includes a classic hamburger, fried chicken sandwich, grilled pork chop, Brunsick stew + more.
Photo by Daniel Carr
Carolina Craft
Terminal 2, Gate C12
Experience Carolina Craft’s open-air bar — and a wide selection of unique local breweries, distilleries + craft bev purveyors. In addition to celebrating North Carolina spirits, you can up your dining game with oak charcuterie boards, crafted to perfection and available as build-your-own or curated combinations.
What we’re eating: The Carolina Class Act charcuterie board (because it’s true to its name).
What we’re drinking: More like, what are we not drinking? But the Dark & Stormy and Bond Brothers - No Turbulence - Hazy Session IPA (an RDU exclusive) currently tops our list.
Black & White Coffee Roasters
Terminal 2, Gate C1/Marketplace
Need a coffee and a quick bite before jetting off? Born in the Research Triangle, Black & White Coffee Roasters is now serving its trophy-winning espressos, cappuccinos, and americanos at RDU. Bonus: The local eats are pretty darn good, too.
What we’re eating: The farm-to-table breakfast items, including house-made biscuits + avocado toast — plus Union Special’s pastries.
What we’re drinking: ICYMI, we visited Black & White Coffee Roasters when they opened this summer. See our drink recommendations.
Pro tip: Be on the lookout for several more restaurants opening soon at RDU.
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Brood Awakening | Friday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 3 | 4-9 p.m. | Walnut Creek Wetland Center | Free | This self-guided art walk features interactive sculptures of native species and is especially vibrant at night.
Saturday, Nov. 2
Moonlight in the Garden | Saturday, Nov. 2-Saturday, Nov. 16 | Times vary | JC Raulston Arboretum | $5+ | The arboretum is aglow with light installations, music, and food trucks.
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🍬 Treats, please
Some might say Raleigh’s neighborhoods are written in the stars. | Photo by RALtoday
Happy Halloween. While we don’t know which neighborhoods hand out the best candy to trick-or-treaters, we can talk about what candies we think best match the neighborhood’s vibe. Keep reading for all treats, no tricks.
Glenwood South: M&Ms | The party hasn’t started till this classic Halloween candy joins in. Glenwood South and M&Ms are both vibrant, fun, and always welcome for a good time.
University Park: Smarties | This one’s for the students — we can’t prove this candy makes you any brighter, but popping a few sweet Smarties might get you through the late night study sesh.
Boylan Heights: Reese’s Cups | Hear us out: Chocolate and peanut butter go perfectly together in this candy, and we think Boylan Heights’ blend of downtown + neighborhood living are an equally iconic duo.
Five Points: Twix | What’s the difference between the left and right side of Glenwood Avenue at the Five Points intersection? Although Five Points is technically made up of a few different neighborhoods, they’re like the left and right Twix to us.
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Here’s a picture from South Boylan Avenue from the 2023 marathon.
