So, big week last week for ITB-ers… Brewery gets bulldozed and Fosters is in fetters. For Foster’s- or is it Felson’s- this is a decades-long run come to an end (rumors about the owner putting it up his nose or underage-drinking-gone-girl-in-hospital-wrong abound – emphasis on the word rumors, send the hate mail to your ex … Continue reading
Medford charms the boob tube via WRAL’s piece on upcoming histo-hot spot Joel Lane’s Public House on Glenwood South… oh – and the beer list is up per joellanes.com: Local Drafts: LoneRider Sweet Josie Brown LoneRider Shotgun Betty Red Oak Foothills Hoppyum Triangle Golden Ale Import Beer: New Castle Stella Amstel Guiness Bells 2 Hearted … Continue reading
Add a lil history to your cultured First Friday with a stop in the historical hot spot as Raleigh’s newest upcoming watering hole Joel Lane’s opens for a sneak-peak cameo hour on First Friday to feature North Carolina’s Michael Whitlark. Per co-owner Zack Medford: “Michael’s talent with a paint brush is incredible, and we are … Continue reading
From Revolving doors: Who’s opening; who’s closing; what’s next: Babylon: Enter Morrocan food in downtown Raleigh – with swank to boot… Restaurant. Lounge. Poolside. Now officially open with one of the largest patio spots in the city. More on Babylon—Without a complete website – all the buzz about Babylon is just buzz – no one seems to know what … Continue reading
Those history-and-hooch-pairing Hunter’s boys are at it again… Having already reconstructed the token tavern of our capitalhood by resurrecting the Isaac Hunter’s bar for which our state’s capital location was determined, now they’re bringing the traditions of Isaac Hunter’s to Glenwood South—and throwing a nod to father of Raleigh Joel Lane in the process. Set to … Continue reading
Per Release: Raleigh — The Peace College Board of Trustees announced today that Peace College plans to become William Peace University. “Becoming William Peace University reflects our growth as an institution and will deepen and broaden our ability to help our students succeed,” said Beth Cherry, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees and a … Continue reading
Per Release: Expanding opportunities westward, Eschelon Hospitality has officially moved into historic Cameron Village. Since opening in 2008,Cameron Bar and Grill had been owned by the DiMartino brothers. After purchasing the business last month, G Patel, alongside his hospitality company, are excited to move into one of the Village’s prestigious establishments. Since its inception in 1949, Cameron Village has been one of … Continue reading
North Carolina Symphony Pops in the City Sample your Symphony this Labor Day weekend with free concert for every taste. Hear Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and more outdoors, in the heart of downtown Raleigh. William Henry Curry, Resident Conductor FREE CONCERT Sun, Sept 4, 7:30pm Raleigh Amphitheater, Raleigh … Continue reading
That revolving door is swinging so fast around here lately, you seriously better not let it hit you on the ass on the way through. So – a couple updates. Out: Fai Thai – which opened in March 2011, taking over the ever-popular Duck and Dumpling mainstay, is already closed. Looks like Empire Eats hopes … Continue reading
The Oxford Gastropub in downtown Raleigh revealed its new summer menu this week. This menu combines fresh summer ingredients with traditional gastropub fare and even includes several gluten free options. The lunch, dinner, dessert and late night menus have all been updated with exciting new options, ranging from the Butcher Block sandwich to Milk & Cookies. … Continue reading
