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You can call Lynnwood Grill "comfortable excitement.” It’s the kind of place where people know your name... and the bartenders know what you're drinking. Now located across from the Raleigh Grande Theatre, this locally owned bar and grill is the perfect place to grab a bite before or after the movie. It’s also a cozy place to meet friends for drinks, watch a game, or listen to live music. When the weather is nice, enjoy drinking and dining on the outdoor patio or the spacious … [Read More...]

The Raleigh Times Bar raises the bar on pub fare in downtown Raleigh at this timeless local watering hole. Originally home to the city's newspapers, The Raleigh Times and the Evening Times, the beautifully restored building now is home to Raleigh's past, present and future. Old press clippings and images from the bar’s namesake newspaper adorn the walls and capture the rich cultural and political history that is unique to this Capitol City. Executive Chef Corey Palakovich prepares … [Read More...]

Gray Medlin became interested in starting a specialty coffee house through his environmental interest in Durham-based coffee bean roaster, Counter Culture Coffee. "I wanted to sell something honest like a simple cup of coffee," says Gray. He respected Counter Culture's dedication to sustainability and quality and even took a trip with the company to Nicaragua in 2006 to learn more about coffee growth and harvesting. Gray met the farmers, visited their homes and was greatly impressed by … [Read More...]