Durham entrepreneurs came to The Carolina Inn to hear from franchiser Tom Ferguson of Rise Biscuits & Donuts. (Left to right: Gray Ferguson, Brian Wiles, Tom Ferguson of Rise and Jonathan Lehman of Brood Soda.)
We were amazed at just how big the “small” spicy pork ramen bowl was at Basan!
Another gorgeous weekend, another good excuse to enjoy Ponysaurus’ roof deck.
Or, if you’re on your way to DPAC for a show, stop in to NanaSteak for Ponysaurus‘ Scottish Ale on tap!
Creative Director Kevin Brown had to learn what all the hype was about at Guasaca. He was amazed at all the flavors in the avocado chicken and tilapia signature arepas!
Even on cloudy days, the American Tobacco Campus is striking. We just can’t get over this beautiful landmark of our city!
The Bulldega market on City Hall Plaza is now open! Finally, a grocery store that’s within the downtown loop, packed with locally made products.

She used it for beer (Wicked Weed’s Pernicious IPA, to be exact) on this occasion, but Managing Editor Amanda MacLaren loves Black Twig‘s awesome glassware and logo!
For special occasions, marketing associate Jenny Hunt and her family head to Mateo to treat themselves to some jamon, almonds and pan con tomate.
Jenny needed a new good read, so she headed to Letters Bookshop on Main Street for a great recommendation and an affordable price.
Business administrator Caroline Kornegay had the pork sandwich at The Federal – every bite was delicious.

