The Rockford on Glenwood South Closed
Very sad day for lovers of the upstairs restaurant and bar on Glenwood South.
2009: Banned in Raleigh
2009 was all about the “NO,” with several surprising bans taking shape, both in Raleigh and across the state.
2009: The Year in Local Music News (Jan-May)
Below the fold is a summary of some of the local musical events that occurred in 2009, month by month.
More Information on Natty Greene’s Upcoming Opening
The (soon-to-be) newest brewpub in Raleigh answers a few questions about their new location.
Raleigh Undercover at Tir Na Nog: Save the Date(s)
Raleigh Undercover returns for a second year at Tir Na Nog.
Issac Hunter’s Tavern Makes a Comeback
The area’s favorite watering hole from the late 1700s plans to reopen on Fayetteville Street.
What’s Your Favorite Cocktail in Raleigh?
With all the wonderful places to wine and dine popping up all over town, Raleigh has no shortage of places to go grab a specialty drink. What is your favorite cocktail around town? Does anyone have a drink they love outside of the downtown area?
In the Spotlight: Foundation Bar
For the inaugural edition of a new feature series In the Spotlight, designed to highlight local destinations that stand out among the crowd, I decided to shine the spotlight on Foundation Bar because of their inventive seasonal cocktails, commitment to North Carolina draft beers, stunning architectural design, and of course, their new Summer drink menu. I recently sat down with Foundation’s owners and head bartender, Drew, to sample several drinks from the new menu and can say without hesitation that these are the best cocktails I have ever tasted. Thankfully they were generous enough to allow me to take some pictures of the new drinks which I have published below the fold.
Borough First Annual Pine Car Classic Roundup
From the funky, to the sleek, to the cars that were there just to make a social statement, the First Annual Pine Car Classic at The Borough had variety and lots of entertainment.
Poll: Smoking Ban Amendment
With readers and contributors, there has been a lot of back and forth about the proposed smoking ban. In light of the latest amendment, which would prohibit smoking in businesses that employ or serve anyone under the age of 18, we thought it was time for another poll. Take Our Poll
Foundation Opens in Downtown Raleigh With Local Flavor
Get one of the many North Carolina beers, locals wines or snazzy cocktails underneath Fayetteville Street at downtown Raleigh’s newest bar, Foundation.
Aviator Brewing Co. Has The Right Stuff
Aviator Brewing Company owner Mark Doble learned his craft while playing around - as he puts it - on his family’s equipment at the Tampa Bay Brewing Company in Ybor City, Florida. During the hour or so I spent at the brewery last week, Doble played mostly nonchalant about the awesomeness of his establishment. More below the fold.
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