Downtown Raleigh Post Office Closing. What Should it Be Next?
The South’s first post-Civil War post office will close in July.
Saturday’s Christmas Parade Route
In case you are looking of a place to watch the parade or streets to avoid in the morning, here’s your map.
Debra Goldman as Mrs. Claus Banned from Raleigh Chistmas Parade, Elves Riot
I guess the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association would like a lump of coal in their stocking this year.
Spize Cafe to Launch Dinner Friday
Dinner featuring Thai Fondue, along with Asian beers and a selection of organic wine.
Posh Nosh Open House at Mahler Gallery Wednesday
Catering company’s Fall Open House in one of the newest galleries in Downtown Raleigh.
Issac Hunter’s Tavern Makes a Comeback
The area’s favorite watering hole from the late 1700s plans to reopen on Fayetteville Street.
SPARKcon 2009 Starts Tonight
Thursday night Raleigh’s most homegrown conference, SPARKcon, launches with ideaSPARK featuring 10 influential Triangle Residents sharing their big ideas for their community.
City Plaza Update, Two More Tenants Announced Soon
Could there be retail on Fayetteville Street soon?
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.
What is Your Favorite Business from Raleigh’s Past?
As any growing city does, Raleigh has had many staple businesses that have come and gone over the years. Natives often lament over their closings, and fondly remember the days you could go see a movie on Fayetteville at the Ambassador Theatre, and get fresh milk home delivery from the Pine State Creamery.
Preservation NC Presents the 4th Annual Taste of Downtown Raleigh
Come out and support Preservation North Carolina’s efforts to preserve historic downtown Raleigh properties! The Taste of Downtown Raleigh takes places on Tuesday, May 19 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm and includes a reception and tour of several newly-renovated properties on Fayetteville Street. Participating restaurants will offer “buy one, get one free” entrées immediately thereafter. Highlights of the tour include the Carolina Trust Building, the Mahler Building, Briggs Hardware Building, and Foundation bar. Tickets required. Learn more below the fold…
Parking Meters come to Glenwood and Downtown
With plenty of deck parking the council says its time to meter.
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