Sun’s out, buns out — hot dog buns, that is. We’re celebrating the Fourth of July the only know we know how: With a hot dog in hand. Read up on nine faves around Raleigh, from Carolina dogs to Chicago classics.
Steve’s Place | This spot offers all the backyard barbecue fixins. Think: Foot-long chili-cheese dogs, potato salad, deviled eggs, and fresh lemonade.
CowBar | In addition to burgers, this spot serves specialty dogs. Try This: The Truffle Dog on a New England bun with truffle aioli + caramelized red onion.
My Way Tavern | Stop by this neighborhood tavern for a $5 Nathan’s hot dog basket with fries or a Mariner Dog topped with cream cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños + sriracha aioli.
Char Grill | There’s nothing more Raleigh than a bright red hot dog from this historic fast-food joint. Don’t forget an apple turnover or two while you’re placing your paper order.
First Friday | 7 p.m. | The Raleigh Times Bar | Free | Hang at this bar + eatery with live music and a vendor market curated by The Morning Times.
Goodnights Presents: Katherine Blanford | Friday, July 4-Saturday, July 5 | Times vary | Goodnights Comedy Club | $26+ | Laugh along with this comedian during her stint in Raleigh.
Saturday, July 5
The Market at NCMA | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | NC Museum of Art | Free | Shop this local artist series every first Saturday in the museum park.
Yoga & Donuts | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Ebb & Flow Yoga, Garner | $17+ | This family-friendly yoga flow will get you ready for the weekend with a sweet treat at the end.
Sunday, July 6
Melodies & Mimosas : Karaoke Brunch | 12-7 p.m. | Tobacco Road Sports Cafe & Brewery | $18+ | You’ll be brunching and belting at this karaoke experience.
Cary Underground Market | 12-4 p.m. | Bond Brothers, Cary | Free | MAKRS Society and Oak City Music Collective present this market and concert with 50+ local vendors and bumping live music.
Independence Day. America has been celebrating this day for 249 years since the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted on July 4, 1776. Round up the kids, friends, or just yourself and head to City of Raleigh’s fireworks show at the Lenovo Center tonight.
Sports
The Carolina Hurricanes have acquired forward Nikolaj Ehlers, the top free agent available. Last season, Ehlers notched 24 goals and 39 points for the Winnipeg Jets, and he signed a six-year contract with the Canes. Welcome to Raleigh, Nikolaj.
Open
A new eatery inspired by Mexico City cuisine is now open in Cary. Meche Cocina Mexicana opened near Koka Booth Amphitheatre in June and serves upscale Mexican options, like ceviche, quesa birria tacos, and mini pambazos. (Triangle Business Journal)
Trending
Anyone missing a plane wing? A wing flap from a Delta Air Lines plane fell onto the driveway of a Banbury Road home earlier this week. According to the FAA, Delta is working on retrieving the part after the plane lost it en route from Atlanta. (The News & Observer)
Plan Ahead
July is looking bright, and we’re not just talking about fireworks. Get ahead of your July plans with our Plan Ahead, complete with concerts, can’t-miss festivals, and even monster truck fun for the whole fam. And don’t forget to bookmark it — the Plan Ahead is updated every month.
Try This
Cool down with a new selection of Two Roosters ice cream flavors inspired + created by local podcasters. Jess Ekstrom boasts a birthday cake flavor and Ovies & Giglio’s hosts crafted a salty peanut butter fudge — see all the other tasty flavors.
Watch
The Rialto’s got a July packed with repertory screenings, including their monthly screening of “Stop Making Sense.” Head to the historic gem to see “The Dark Knight,” “Field of Dreams,” “Casablanca,” and “Rocky Horror Picture Show” on the silver screen this month.
The Buy
Coco & Eve’s award-winning hair mask. It’s formulated with clean ingredients like coconut, fig, and shea butter to provide instant frizz reduction and maximum shine.
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