Raleigh Magazine

09/06/2024

In uplifting news, peep this NC Dept. of Transportation preview of the upcoming bridge taking Blue Ridge Road under Hillsborough Street at the N.C. State Fair slated for completion end of 2025. Thoughts?👇

📸 NC DOT

08/30/2024

Dig doughnuts? Great news: ' brick-and-mortar is officially slated to open on Capital Boulevard next month! The storefront will serve up owner Alejandro Contreras' beloved sweet treats, including his signature sourdough brioche doughnut (richer and lighter than the traditional cake counterpart), plus flavors like Boston cream, s’mores, raspberry, and salted caramel—NTM seasonal specialties (s/o that fan-fave pumpkin spice creme brulee!), and coffee and tea thanks to a collab with .

📷 Albright Studio
✍️ Lauren Kruchten



https://raleighmag.com/2024/08/tepuy-donuts/

08/29/2024

Wake up, Wolfpack Nation—it’s game day! The Pack is BACK, as NC State football season kicks off today at Carter-Finley in the home opener against WCU. Wolfies up! 🐺🏈

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08/27/2024

Calling all foodies! Raleigh Magazine's Best Restaurants Issue is here—and chock-full of delicious content, including our 2024 Best Restaurants winners spotlighting the best of the best in the city, as well as our Restaurant of the Year (hey, cover star East End Bistrot!), Best New Restaurant and a handful of suburb standouts. Congrats to this cast of Raleigh's finest restaurants, as this year's competition pool was more competitive than ever. Stay hungry, Raleigh!

https://raleighmag.com/2024/08/best-restaurants-2024/

08/24/2024

The end of an era 💔🖤 RIP to the

08/23/2024

🍔 Exclusive Foodie News 🍔 Burgers are SO back, thanks to LaGana, a boujee burger joint from local chef Luis Zouain opening in the former Prospects space this fall. The menu will feature five-ish elevated burgers—one rotating each month—served up on buns by Layered Croissanterie and paired with bubbles and beer.

Complementing those high-end meaty masterpieces will be a classy-meets-casual interior (say goodbye to those rainbow floors), complete with high-top tables and a parklet out front.

📷 Sean Junqueira
✍️ Lauren Kruchten

https://raleighmag.com/2024/08/lagana-burgers/

08/22/2024

Hot off the presses! is officially open at , dishing out freshly pressed sammies repping Raleigh—from the Oak City Hamboree (roast beef, cheddar, horseradish cream sauce) to the Raleigh Rooster (chicken, provolone, tomatoes, pesto) and Carolina Caprese (mozz, basil, tomato, balsamic glaze). NTM they offer gourmet charcuterie boxes and chocolate-covered strawberries for a little sweet and savory moment. Get it all “hot to go!” 🥪

08/20/2024

‼️Breaking Foodie News‼️The second location of two-time James Beard Award semi-finalist Preeti Waas' Cheeni has been announced as the first retail tenant for Hub RTP's flagship mixed-use development Horseshoe. The celebrated full-service Indian restaurant will occupy a 3,000-plus-square-foot space at the ground level of one of the three buildings that will make up the project, which will ultimately feature a total of 121,900 square feet of Class A office space and 35,600 square feet of retail. Construction on Cheeni is slated to begin this year, with an opening planned for 2025. Stay tuned for future announcements!

08/20/2024

❗️Exclusive Reveal❗️Scott Crawford has announced Maurer Architecture as the architectural/interior design partner for Crawford Brothers Steakhouse—plus revealed some snazzy new renderings of the space, slated to open this fall in FentonNC. The restaurant will be Crawford Hospitality's largest to date and feature luxe design elements like a floor-to-ceiling “glass curtain” that allows passersby to see into the interior from the street, a custom-designed “cooking suite,” an on-display wine library, artwork commissioned by Thomas Sayre and more.⁠
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“One of the most exciting themes is our idea of putting everything on display to emphasize this dining experience as an elevated one, and give a glimpse into the layers of detail behind every aspect of what we do,” says Crawford. See a sneak peek here! 👀🥩

08/16/2024

Talk about a Debby Downer. … The highly anticipated southern leg of I-540 pre Labor Day Weekend opening has been delayed thanks to the deluge that was Tropical Storm Debby and the resulting construction delays, erosion, etc. Per N.C. Turnpike Authority, no official new opening date has been set but is expected for sometime in September, barring additional delays.

What to expect when the Triangle Expressway (aka NC 540) opens:

🚗⁠ Runs from NC 55 in Apex to a mammoth new interchange where it joins I-40 and U.S. 70 in Johnston County

⚠️ The stretch is the first of two phases that collectively comprises 28 miles of roadway and the NCDOT’s most expensive single project to date.
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🤑 Those with an NC Quick Pass will have to pay $8.01 to drive the length of the Triangle Expressway (RTP south and east to I-40), while those without will be billed 35% higher rates by mail. ⁠
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🚧 Construction on the final phase, which will extend the toll road 10 miles (from I-40 up to I-87 in Knightdale), has just begun, with an opening slated for 2028. ⁠
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📷 CBS17
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08/14/2024

‼️ EXCLUSIVE ‼️ Social destination Pins Mechanical Co. is opening its first Triangle location at Seaboard Station in winter 2025! Located on the ground floor of The Miles apartment building, the 27,0000-square-foot old-school entertainment concept will feature duckpin bowling, pinball, pingpong, arcade games, patio pong and more—plus an extensive drink menu. ⁠Get ready to ~roll~ out next year! 🎳⁠

📷 Courtesy of Rise Brands

08/13/2024

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08/12/2024

New dough destination: found. is officially open on the ground floor of Bloc[83]! Vic’s third local iteration in Glenwood South will serve all-day New York-style pies (by the slice + whole pizza)—plus apps, salads, subs, calzones, stromboli and wings—with late-night hours until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays (pro tip: Venture up the street for a post-night-out meal before getting a ride home!). Even better, you can also grab ‘za to take over to , or order from the QR codes at to have a slice or two delivered. Slice, slice, baby! 🍕

08/11/2024

You’re gonna wanna get lost in *this* sauce. The Parlor at Heights House is debuting Sunday Sauce a fresh dining experience feat. a rotating pasta (think spaghetti Bolognese and campanelle with peas basil pesto) paired with Boulted Bread + suggested Italian wine pairings. Consider your future Sunday evenings booked beginning Sunday, Aug. 18! 🍝 🍷

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08/10/2024

‼️ Breaking News ‼️ Upping the fun factor on Glenwood Avenue is , officially opening tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 10, behind (11am-2am, same hours as Raleigh Beer Garden)! The urban Putt-Putt experience features an 18-hole contoured course, plus table tennis, foosball, co****le and two shipping container bars. Talk about a hole-in-one Downtown destination. ⛳️

For more deets on this + 3 additional fam-friendly recreational outposts opening soon in Raleigh, tap the link in bio.

08/09/2024

ICYMI, Red Hat Amphitheater is at stake. The future of the venue is in limbo, with the expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center forcing it to either move slightly southward or be demolished for good. Tune in to My Carolina as RM Publisher Gina Stephens chats the impact Red Hat Amp's permanent closure could have on Downtown—and our entire city.

cc Downtown Raleigh Alliance, Raleigh Convention Center, CBS 17

Raleigh Magazine publisher Gina Stephens shares what’s at stake with the possible demolition of downtown Raleigh’s Red Hat Amphitheater.

08/06/2024

Gov. Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency in NC ahead of severe weather expected across the state this week.

“Tropical Storm Debby has the potential for life threatening flash flooding, riverine flooding, wind gusts up to 40 mph, coastal impacts and other effects. After making landfall, Hurricane Debby has now been downgraded to Tropical Storm Debby but still has the potential to have strong impacts on North Carolina.”

“The Governor and NC Emergency Management officials are urging North Carolinians to be safe and cautious during heavy rainfall and winds, and to expect flooding and power outages as a strong weather system will impact the state starting Tuesday through the end of the week. Damaging winds and saturated soils might also lead to blown down trees and power lines, causing possible scattered to widespread power outages.”

Tips per officials:
prepared:
📲Have multiple ways to receive emergency info, including watches and warnings. Make sure emergency alerts are enabled on your cell phone and download a weather app.
📋 Have an emergency plan. Know where you would go if you need to evacuate. Make a plan to stay with family, friends or at a hotel. Public shelters should be a last resort.
🧳 Gather some emergency supplies or refresh your emergency kit. Visit ReadyNC.gov for info on how to build an emergency kit.
🚘 Never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades.
🌪️ Make sure you know where to seek shelter if a tornado warning is issued for your area.
📺 Ensure that you have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially with the potential for severe storms to be moving through during nighttime hours.
🚙 Avoid unnecessary travel.

08/05/2024

08/02/2024

The National Hurricane Center has issued advisory on potential tropical cyclone with track affecting Raleigh and NC.

The track projects the disturbance to develop into tropical storm Debby by Sunday near Florida before traveling near the SC and NC coasts next Tuesday through Thursday. Keep your eyes on the forecast—and fingers crossed potential “Debby” does a turn to sea.

📸 CBS17

08/02/2024

‼️ Exclusive ‼️ Boatman Spirits Co., a combined craft distillery, taproom, bar and restaurant is opening at Seaboard Station next spring. The concept will be run by an all-star team of locals, including owner/CEO George Ghneim and managing partners Geremy Prichard, Zack Thomas and Aaron Lambert—with the space designed in partnership with Mauer Architecture and Bryan Costello. For the full scoop, visit the link in our bio.

📸 Rendering courtesy of Hoffman & Associates

08/02/2024

Christmas came early… Mariah Carey—aka the “Queen of Christmas”—announces PNC Arena stop in Raleigh Dec. 9 for her 2024 Christmas Tour gone national across 20 cities.

Produced by Live Nation, and featuring her timeless holiday classics alongside fan-favorite chart-toppers, this tour marks Carey’s grandest holiday spectacle to date. It’s also the first of many surprises she has in store to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her legendary album ‘Merry Christmas’ and its record-shattering single “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Baby please come home, indeed! 🎄🎶

Tickets will be available starting with a Verizon presale beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale on Friday, Aug. 9.

📸 Dennis Leopold

08/02/2024

Friday junior well spent at the newly opened in ! Those bruschetta boards though. 😍😛 With charcuterie, snacks, wine, cocktails and more—not to mention stunning digs and a great patio—the new spot makes for the perfect happy hour, date night or boozy lunch. Yes, please!

08/01/2024

New renderings have been released for the future of PNC Arena showcasing a more modern building with expanded spaces, and a revamped exterior, outdoor beer garden, updated seating sections and View Bar (read: sports bar for game viewing) and more.

This comes in addition to the recently revealed updates to the mixed-use arena surrounding PNC Arena (link in bio for more):

Phase one of development will include:
🛍️ 🍽️ 200,000+ feet of entertainment and lifestyle retail spaces
🏚️ 500 apartments
🏨 150-key hotel
💼 150,000 feet of office space.

📷 PNC Arena

07/31/2024

Canes’ new executive dynamic duo CEO Brian Fork and President Doug Warf have joined forces alongside GM Eric Tulsky to take on the Herculean task of bringing to fruition owner Tom Dundon’s vision for West Raleigh, including the plans for a PNC Arena renovation, expansion, future sportsbook, landing MLB Raleigh, and building out the best “premiere sports and entertainment district in the country,” says Fork—mixing our innate Southern hospitality and tech savvy to give us something no other city has, adds Warf. Tap the link for a breakdown of what's to come—and to get to know Fork and Warf. 🏒

cc Carolina Hurricanes

New Canes execs bringing owner Tom Dundon’s vision for West Raleigh to life, including plans for a PNC Arena reno, sportsbook, MLB and more.

07/31/2024

Canes’ new executive dynamic duo CEO Brian Fork and President Doug Warf have joined forces alongside GM Eric Tulsky to take on the Herculean task of bringing to fruition owner Tom Dundon’s vision for West Raleigh, including the plans for a PNC Arena renovation, expansion, future sportsbook, landing MLB Raleigh, and building out the best “premiere sports and entertainment district in the country,” says Fork—mixing our innate Southern hospitality and tech savvy to give us something no other other city has, adds Warf.

“These are legacy projects,” Warf adds. … “When you look at the team and the strength of where the team is and the building, when you look at what we can do around this… to see that start to come to fruition, that’s a legacy project. Pursuit of Major League Baseball is a legacy project. Those are things my daughter would tell her kids about. And to be even somewhat involved in that is monumental. Truly, truly exciting.”

Tap the link in bio for a breakdown of what’s to come—and to get to know Fork and Warf. 🏒

Rendering: Ratio Architects
Dundon 📸 Canes

07/30/2024

Governor Roy Cooper has withdrawn his name from consideration for Harris VP running mate. He said it wasn’t the right time. Many believe he plans to run for US Senate in 2026.

07/29/2024

Wine for lunch? Say less. Village District’s highly anticipated Postino WineCafe is officially opening today, July 29! Located in the former Cafe Carolina space, the new location offers scrumptious lunch and dinner ops including "snacky things" like meatballs and burrata, bruschetta boards, soups/salads, paninis, and more. Naturally, wine is encouraged all day long (it's OK, we won't tell your boss)—whether sitting on the sunny patio or within the locally decorated interior. Cheers! 🥂⁠
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📷 Sean Junqueira

07/26/2024

Splash and smash your way into summer with Fantasy Lake Adventure Park's newest serving, on-site pickleball courts (!)—then cool off with the plethora of inflatables, cabanas and other water-oriented offerings, natch. Consider it a hot girl (and boy) summer, indeed! 💦🏓

~Relish~ the warm weather at Fantasy Lake Adventure Park via its myriad water-based offerings—and newly debuted pickleball courts.