I’d love to say that my family has mastered our goal of meal prepping and eating all our meals at home. But honestly? Life is busy, and I can’t resist the deliciousness scattered throughout the Triangle. This is why friends and family always ask me where they should eat for every occasion. So, where do... Read More
Most people who walk into The Umstead Hotel and Spa are there for an occasion. Patrick Stapleton has been there since June of 2022, working as a banquet server and perfecting the art of being present for people during their most meaningful moments — weddings, celebrations, and other important milestones — while quietly working toward... Read More
What would your life be like if you had never learned to read?
Sit with that question for a moment. Think about your job, your independence, the last text you received, the menu from your last dinner out, the legal contract you signed, the book on your nightstand. Now imagine if all those things were... Read More
There’s a word Robbie Schenck keeps returning to in conversation, and it isn’t wine. It isn’t craft beer, or champagne cocktails, or even the historic house on Cary’s East Chatham Street that has been transformed into one of downtown’s most distinctive destinations. The word is hospitality — and the way Robbie defines it says everything... Read More
Rhythm & Reels Nature Park Amphitheatre, Apex apexnc.org/1673/Rhythm-Reels
The free summer series continues! Pack a picnic and enjoy music and movies under the stars.
August 1, 7 p.m.: Tre.Charles August 8, dusk: The Bad Guys 2 August 15, 7 p.m.: Emma Rae August 22, dusk: Mario Galaxy August 29, 7 p.m.: Ol’ Joey... Read More
Celebrate all week long with events across town. Pick one or pack your calendar. Independence Day Celebration July 1, 6-9:30 p.m. South Park, Fuquay-Varina
Sing along to live music from Bounce, plus line dancing, giveaways, kids’ crafts, photo ops, and food trucks. The Splash Pad will be open from 6-8:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at... Read More
The name on the door at 9924 Chapel Hill Road in Morrisville doesn’t appear in any Japanese dictionary. Instead, “Shijiri” was created by owner Thana Lucksanapirak, who conceived the restaurant name by combining the names of his three beloved children: Hashi, Heiji, and Heyri. It is a word that may mean nothing to anyone outside... Read More
The parking lot starts to fill up even before the doors open. By dinner, cars spill into the lot of the restaurant next door — something that has required more than a few delicate conversations for owner Lek Frongsouk, who explains the situation with a shrug that lands somewhere between exasperated and proud. He can’t... Read More
What is Swiss chard?
First let me tell you what it isn’t. It’s not from Switzerland, but rather the Mediterranean region of Europe. I know this factoid doesn’t solve the riddle, so let’s dig deeper before you think about adding such a mystery to your fall veggie garden.
In spite of being related to beets... Read More
As your squash patch reaches maturity under the strengthening summer sun, well-tended plants should begin brimming with their delectable edibles, meaning you can reap the benefits by harvesting … and harvesting … and harvesting. Before you know it, you might be up to your neck in crookneck, straight neck, patty pan, or zucchini fruit.
But... Read More
