You can now get Birdie’s brunch every day of the week. | Photo provided by Birdie’s Barroom and Kitchen
Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas. We’ve compiled a whole bunch of brunch options — whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs or stacked chicken and waffles — along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em.
Editor’s note: All times listed are brunch-only.
Weekday wonders
Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen | This new Fayetteville Street fave is now open every day of the week for brunch. Bask in the open, cozy decor while enjoying bites like the hippie hash bowl, hellish eggs, and a tomato-tini.
Good Day Good Night | Feast on traditional breakfast options + the Larry’s Adult’s Only Latte made with Larry’s cold brew and vodka.
Weekend musts
Marian Cocktails & Kitchen | This 100% vegan menu will please all palates with pancake stacks, breakfast platters, and faux lox bagels. To wash it down, get a Verde Maria to drink.
Napa Bistro and Wine Bar | Dive into the short rib benedict, shrimp and grits, or chicken and waffles to start your weekend right.
And don’t forget — it’s still Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week. Keep reading for more tasty local picks for every meal.
A clear crossbody bag to fit all your essentials for summer concerts + future sporting events. We love this option’s adjustable strap, smooth zipper, and chic hardware.
Jennifer Dasal, “The Club” | 7-8 p.m. | Quail Ridge Books | $35 | This book is about the never-before-told history of a residence for American women artists in Paris from 1893 to 1914 — meet the author.
Zenith Presents: Downtown Karaoke | 9 p.m. | Zenith Raleigh | Free | Sing your heart out to some of your favorite tunes on or off key.
Raleigh True Crime Tour | 8-9 p.m. | Starts at Norwood House | $15 | Oak City is brimming with tales of crime and intrigue — learn more about all things true crime in Raleigh.
Saturday, Aug. 2
The Flaming Lips & Modest Mouse | 6:30 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater | $60+ | Jam out at this co-headlined show to “Do You Realize??” and “Float On.”
Paint, Sip & Dip | 1-4 p.m. | Georgia Tardy Art Studio | $25+ | This class is themed around the remarkable art of South Africa’s Ndebele tribe — and yes, you can take a dip in the pool while your painting dries.
Sunday, Aug. 3
Raleigh Funky Flower Fest | 12-5 p.m. | Moore Square | Free | Oak City is going to be flourishing with floral-focused vendors, fresh coffee, food trucks, and more.
Yoga at Compass Rose Brewery | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Compass Rose Brewery | $5+ | Bring your own props for this invigorating class.
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NC State’s other corpse flower, named Lupin, blooming in 2016. | Photo by NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Environment
An infamously smelly flower is readying to bloom at Juniper Level Botanic Garden in Cary. The very rare corpse flower, named Titan, will open soon and weighs in at 41 pounds. You can visit it at the garden during the week — and experts predict it’ll pop open on Saturday, Aug. 2. (ABC 11)
Civic
Because of high heat indexes, the City of Raleigh has issued a collection delay alert for trash, recycling, and yard waste. Keep your bins on the curb until they’re collected — the city will not issue warnings or fines during collection delays.
Try This
Shuck yeah! In honor of National Oyster Day on Tuesday, Aug. 5, STIR will offer $1.50 oysters all day. You’ll catch us ordering at least a dozen to share with everyone. And if you’re enjoying at home — make sure to recycle your shells.
Community
Cary is now home to the first electric fire truck on the East Coast. Over its 20-year lifespan, the new truck will reduce emissions up to 60%. On its first call, three hours of pumping water only reduced its battery by 45%, and the department hopes to acquire more electric trucks going forward. (WUNC)
Read
NC could be back on the big screen, but we’d need a better tax credit. Georgia, the Southern hub for moviemaking, offers productions a 20% tax credit, and a similar number could get Raleighwood back in theaters. Read the opinion piece.(The News & Observer)
Sports
The Durham Bulls have some fun theme nights coming up, including its first Augtoberfest (think: Oktoberfest, just in August) game on Aug. 14 with exclusive beer steins. Then, on Aug. 27, bring your paddles for Pickleball Night and get a pickleball-inspired cup.
Job
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Eat
Tomato season is here — and this recipe makes the most of it. Garden-fresh tomatoes are stuffed with mozzarella, lemon zest, and basil, then grilled until golden and gooey. Serve warm as a savory starter or a summer side that steals the show. Get cooking.*
Shop
Could your feet be comfier right now? We’ve got two summer shoe recommendations: these ultra-cushioned pillow slides and tried and true classic Crocs.*
Older Adults
Beyond bulk deals and clipping coupons, did you know several retailers offer customers 55+ hefty discounts — sometimes up to 20% off? Learn about key Senior discounts and several more savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*
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I can’t stand cooking in this kind of weather, so my go-to for summer greens is this verdant smoothie inspired by a Brooklyn juice bar that has powered me through many, many newsletters. If you’re not looking to cook or blend at all, Village Juice & Kitchen’s Green Coco should be packed with veggies, too.
