Culture
Nicole Spahich picked out her own engagement ring, but then-boyfriend Nick Brandley “held it hostage” until the time was right. In this case, that moment was “in the midst of Duke students and empty beer cans” during T-Pain’s live rendition of Lorde’s “Royals,” a popular karaoke song with the couple, at the […]
Pie Pushers has opened their brick-and-mortar downtown! Located above The Pinhook at 117-A W. Main St., the pizzeria will be open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. We’ll be sure to celebrate with a slice of late-night ‘za […]
After another run at Fullsteam, Chapel Hill Magazine Executive Editor Jessica Stringer cooled down with a Green Flash Passion Fruit Kicker at James Joyce Irish Pub. Jessica chowed down on fried chicken at Bullock’s Bar-B-Que. (Next time, she’ll save room for dessert!) We had so much fun at Kinky Boots last week […]
This spring, the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist released “Up in the Air,” his first LP in six years. According to reviewers, it was worth the wait. “Almost flawless,” wrote Blurt magazine; “The News and Observer” described its “impeccable level of pop craftsmanship.” Brett, who lives in Hope Valley Farms with […]
We had a blast at Txotxfest at Black Twig Cider House! Assistant Editor Laura Zolman Kirk, Executive Editor Amanda MacLaren and Chapel Hill Magazine Executive Editor Jessica Stringer all attended and had the chance to taste ciders from North Carolina and beyond, as well as culinary pairings from local restaurants […]
Carolina Jubilee is a two-day event presented by Carolina Farm Trust – who’s mission is to protect farmland and foster an ecosystem of sustainable farming – that celebrates N.C. food, music and farms. Proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to farmers, including Blue Whistler Farm, right outside of Durham. They […]
We had a great time at Carolina Farm Trust‘s dinner at Vin Rouge supporting farmers from Durham Roots Farmers’ Market including Green Button Farm and Carolina Farmhouse Dairy. The two combined created a killer harrissa braised pork shank for our third course. We were adventurous with shrimp at Piedmont‘s Season of the […]
We were thrilled to be at Newsies’ opening night to witness DPAC welcome its 3 millionth guest, Erin Andrews! At dinner at Tandoor, Chapel Hill’s Executive Editor Jessica Stringer and friends ordered sag paneer, chicken tikka masala and plenty of garlic naan. We sought out the Mama’s Hot Chicken food truck […]
Even in the scorching August heat, the Durham Farmers’ Market is always the best way to start a Saturday! On last week’s visit, we picked up a bouquet of local flowers, some Honeygirl Mead and Pie Pushers’ biscuits and gravy! Folks, you’ve got to try these new tonics from Ninth Street […]
Julie Fowlis, Music of the Scottish Isles Come see the award-winning Gaelic singer, who you might recognize as the voice behind Disney’s “Brave” theme song, as she performs at The Carolina Theatre. Oct. 6 “Southern Accent: Seeking the American South in Contemporary Art” Exploring the complex and contested space of […]
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