The National Gingerbread House Competition, held annually at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, reigns as one of the nation’s most competitive and celebrated holiday events. The contest draws hundreds of entries from all over the world, is judged by renowned food and media professionals, and often airs on television programs like Good Morning... Read More
Our treasured holiday recipes return year after year to family gatherings and seasonal celebrations. From perfect pumpkin bread to luscious lamb shanks, enjoy these recipes from your Southern Wake neighbors and use them to bring hometown flair to your holiday table.
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Thanks to the friendly and fashionable small businesses in Southern Wake, seasonal shopping has never been easier. These Main & Broad partners offer unique items with a local touch. Let’s get gifting!
1. Gift playful charm and nostalgia to holiday hosts. Even your backyard birds will appreciate the thoughtful gifts at Southern Dash.
2. The... Read More
If you feel like there has been an uptick in spammy content coming across your devices lately, you’re not alone. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so it’s the ideal time to refresh your understanding of what these scammers are capable of.
The internet is passing junk form responses and emails at an unprecedented pace. Spam... Read More
Ever eaten at a Thai restaurant that doesn’t serve pad thai? You won’t find the well-known stir-fried rice noodle dish on the menu at Khao Sen — and that’s by design.
To understand why, take a look at the people behind the plates.
“Our Thai owners are passionate about sharing the authentic flavors and dishes... Read More
Ultimate Bloody Marys — zesty cocktails crowned with lobster tails, crab legs, grilled cheese sandwiches, filet mignon, and an array of other additions — introduced The Blind Pelican’s cocktail program to the country. The Holly Springs restaurant regularly makes close to 300 of the impressive beverages on any given Saturday.
Bar manager and mixologist Josh... Read More
Fuquay Tree Lighting & Sleigh Rides Dec. 5, 6 P.M. Downtown Fuquay-Varina & Fuquay Mineral Spring Park
The Town of Fuquay-Varina and the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association pair up to transform the downtown district into holiday central. Music, an artist village, and magical lights will be on display at Fuquay Mineral Spring Park. Plus, the FVDA... Read More
Thousands of residents attended HollyFest at Sugg Farm Park in October. The annual festival brings together small businesses, civic groups, live music, food trucks, and carnival entertainment for a day of community fun in Holly Springs.
Cary-based Optimal Bio takes a whole-body approach to patient wellness through its bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Led by medical director Dr. Greg Brannon and CEO Tylar Brannon, the company’s personalized treatment programs can ease negative side effects of aging and medical issues such as fatigue, thyroid disorder, anxiety, depression, and hormone imbalance — helping patients... Read More
As much as Southerners love to complain about Yankees (has that word been canceled yet?), we all know, love, and welcome them as part of our community … more or less. Regardless of who you blame for traffic, the world is a different place than it used to be: We’re not all from the same... Read More
A one-room transformation, that’s all the Holly Springs homeowners sought — until they started working with Amanda Steinert-Francfort of ASF Interiors. Under Steinert-Francfort’s expert hand, their project turned into a refresh for the new home’s entire first floor.
The clients wanted unique design elements to reflect their individual styles, and to upgrade construction-grade lighting and... Read More
Homeowners Jennifer and Leo Young love statement-making details, including antique furniture, grand staircases, and Tudor architecture. They also love open living, indoor/outdoor spaces, and quiet luxury, so the couple partnered with Spotted Interior Design to refresh an outdated home in Cary.
“We immediately saw great bones,” says Jennifer. “And it’s an extremely convenient location. We... Read More
Expand your surroundings and your palate with a jaunt to one of these unique dining destinations. Farm-to-table fare, in-house distilled spirits, and international flavors make these restaurants worth the road trip.
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Chef Lon Bounsanga, formerly of Bida Manda and Brewery Bhavana, opened his newest Laotian restaurant on the edge of the new Downtown... Read More
Marina and Gene Huneycutt’s 2-acre property “feels like a little piece of countryside,” nestled in a quiet section of northwest Durham, only a 15-minute drive from downtown Durham, Hillsborough, and Chapel Hill.
“I love the idea of having people in my home and caring for them,” says Marina Huneycutt.... Read More
