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1 Hungry for some hot competition? Fuquay-Varina hosts area chili cooks and connoisseurs at the annual Downtown Chili Cook-Off. Just one of the attractions at the Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival, there will also be live entertainment, craft beer and a free kid zone. Oct. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Fuquay. celebratefv.com
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Break out the stein and the lederhosen for Triangle Oktoberfest at Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre. As always, there will be plenty of polka music, contests for the whole family, wiener dog races, and Bavarian food and beer. Proceeds from the two-day festival benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Oct. 19, 5-10 p.m.; Oct. 20, noon-9 p.m. $15-20. 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary. triangleoktoberfest.org
4 Hang out with neighbors and friends at HollyFest, Holly Springs’ free annual community celebration. Held outside at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park, the fall festival includes live music, arts and crafts vendors, food and plenty of fun for the kiddos. Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 2401 Grigsby Ave., Holly Springs. hollyspringsnc.us/356/HollyFest
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Buy, Renovate, Repeat House-flippers transform fixer-uppers, but the business isn’t for the faint of heart WRITTEN BY LEA HART | PHOTOGRAPHED BY LIZ CONDO
IT’S HAPPENING ALL OVER: A home that needs work hits the market and sells. Renovations commence, and soon it’s back on the market at a higher asking price. It’s the process of “flipping” a house, and data published this year shows Western Wake County is no exception to the trend. Four Western Wake ZIP codes – two in Cary, one in Apex and one in Fuquay-Varina are among the most active, according to ATTOM Data Solutions, a California-based real estate data company. Those who have seen this happen in their neighborhood may be wondering what goes into flipping a house, and how it’s possible to make a profit in the current housing market — where homes are selling in days. Finding a home to flip
The current real estate market is not ideal for home-flippers, says Laura Moody, broker and owner with Front Porch Realty in Fuquay-Varina. Inventory is low, which means buyers are settling for less, and bidding wars are driving home prices up. continued on page 22 CARY MAGAZINE 21
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“Buyers are settling for a home that needs work, and then doing the work after they move in because they can’t find anything better,” Moody said. The father-son team of J.T. and Scott Riley are behind Scott Riley Home Builders and flip homes mainly in Durham. Both were home inspectors by trade in their prior professions. J.T. Riley agreed with Moody. “We’ve looked at a fair amount this year, but everything we’ve run into has been a whole lot of work and too much money,” he said. Katelynn and Uriah Dortch, from Cary, own The Inspiring Investment and flip homes for a living. He has a degree in industrial design and a background in project management and real estate. She manages the business side of things and the interior design for their flips. The couple typically looks at 20 to 30 houses per week to find one to three that they might want to flip, Katelynn Dortch says. This means finding a home that’s going to be profitable when they consider the purchase price, the renovations needed to bring it up to current market standards, contingency costs and the costs associated with selling the home again.
Flipping the Starter Home
Behind the flip
The number of house-flipping shows on television lead to a lot of myths about the business, said J.T. Riley. “I’ve had a number of people approach me about how to get into flipping houses,” he said. “The best thing for them to do is not pay any attention to what’s going on in the television programs.” Television often makes it appear homes can be flipped in a couple of weeks, but in reality it can take four to six months, he said. Images of demolition day, where renovators take sledgehammers to everything from the walls to the cabinets are also misleading. If J.T. Riley and his son can donate old cabinets and fixtures to a local charity, that’s a tax credit for them which can work against the cost of the house flip. continued on page 24 22 OCTOBER 2018
Project manager Dustin Sill, left, discusses replacement windows with Judson Smith.
Lauren and Judson Smith, co-owners of PLJS Properties, are renovating a 1920s farmhouse located in Willow Spring. The couple focuses on homes in outlying areas, where houses can be bought for less than $75,000. After renovations, these starter homes can be sold for $150,000-160,000.
In 2010, Judson Smith was running a small
to change approaches. Instead of competing for
pest control business, and found himself doing
homes in urban centers, they’ve invested in outly-
termite inspections for a number of empty houses
ing areas that have a main vein into the cities.
in perfect condition.
These areas are popular with buyers shopping at
He started asking questions, and it turned out those houses had been flipped.
a lower price point who are willing to commute. Their “bread and butter,” as Judson Smith
At the time he and his wife Lauren, who worked
calls it, are homes they can purchase in the
in banking, were already buying homes and rent-
$40,000-$50,000 range and re-sell for $150,000-
ing them out for profit. As the couple learned
$160,000. These homes appeal to an underserved
more about the business of flipping homes, they
market — new couples just starting out who don’t
decided to give it a try.
have a lot to put into their first home, he says.
“We tried one, and it worked, then we tried
At the same time, because they have experi-
another,” Judson Smith recalled. “We keep 25 to
ence working with high-end products, if the bud-
30 flips going at any given time, that are either in
get allows, the pair will put an expensive touch
purchase, rehab or the re-sale phase.”
on those starter homes, such as quartz counter-
The Smiths, who operate as PLJS Properties
tops, Judson Smith says.
LLC, do it all without bank loans — using a combina-
“If you have the skillset to bring a house back
tion of their profits and money from private investors.
up in a neighborhood, you’re actually serving the
In 2010 the housing market wasn’t boom-
neighborhood by increasing its value and helping
ing like it is today, and that caused the couple
everyone around it,” he said.
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BY THE NUMBERS In 2017, house-flipping was common in the following Western Wake ZIP codes: • Cary 27511 • Cary 27513 • Apex 27502 • Fuquay-Varina 27526 The return on investment for those flipping a home ranges from roughly 16 percent to 66 percent in Western Wake. The average flip takes between 158 and 220 days. In Western Wake, flip homes are usually purchased in the $200,000 range. In parts of Raleigh, $400,000 homes can be purchased and flipped for a higher asking price. Durham is the most popular and profitable local area for flipping houses. Sources: ATTOM Data Solutions; Laura Moody, Front Porch Realty
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When The Inspiring Investment begins a flip, steps include establishing a scope of work, pulling permits as required, hiring the right subcontractors, completing any demolition, and ordering materials and installing them, Katelynn says. Successful flips always address the “big ticket items,” she said. These include the kitchen, bathrooms, the roof and the HVAC. They also try to address the functionality of the home if the budget allows. “We really like doing high quality renovations, because we care about our brand and the products we put on the market,” she said. “However, it’s important to stay on budget and not over-improve for the neighborhood in order to be profitable.” Plan for surprises
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Lauren and Judson Smith usually juggle 25 to 30 flips at a time, focusing on outlying areas like Willow Spring, Knightdale, Wendell and Efland.
skillset, Katelynn says. “Skills can be learned and experiences earned,” she said. “You have to be a certain kind of person — are you analytical, a problem-solver, do you have management skills?” “What’s your tolerance for risk?” she continued. “There is risk involved, like any opportunity.” In one of their first flips, the Dortches had to replace the foundation wall on a house with a full basement. It was not something they’d included in their initial budget. Another time, they bought a house sight-unseen and found dead animals and trash everywhere when they walked inside. The bright spot was an unfinished walk-up attic that they finished to add square footage and value to the home, Katelynn says, but they still lost money. Sometimes things work in the flipper’s favor as well. The Rileys once purchased a house for $163,000 that needed a lot of work. When they completed the
renovation and put the house back on the market, J.T. Riley says, they received an out-of-state, all-cash offer for $10,000 over the asking price. Quality service
Katelynn and her husband have built their business on the belief that flipping is more than a way to make money, but also a way to help people who may have gotten in over their heads with home ownership. “The service that we provide is buying houses that need work from people who are going through a difficult time,” she said. Equally important is providing quality workmanship for the future owners of each house. Moody says when she speaks with clients about flipping houses, she emphasizes the importance of doing it right. “Any buyer is going to want to see that everything is done correctly,” she said. “They need to go through the proper channels or they won’t be able to sell it.” t
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“Now that their kids have moved out, they don’t have the need for a large table in their kitchen,” said designer Elizabeth O’Neal with Southern Studio Interior Design. “The Richards sit there every morning, read the paper and have coffee. It’s more appropriate for the two of them as empty-nesters now.”
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An intimate breakfast nook took the place of a kitchen table and desk area in Jan and Ric Richards remodeled Preston home.
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Renovation ROADMAP RARELY DOES A TIME of seemingly endless dust, disruption and impatience pair with boundless excitement, anticipation and joy, except during home renovations. The choice to renovate is a tough one, and the process can be challenging. But in Wake County’s soaring housing market, it’s a choice many are making. Before you embark on your next home remodel, heed these lessons from Western Wake residents and professionals who have navigated the highway of renovation and arrived safely, victoriously on the other side.
Location, location, location
It’s the refrain heard throughout the real estate world, and it applies to renovations too, says George Wilson with Raleigh Cary Realty. Where a home is located may be the tipping point between fixing up or moving out. Wilson lives and works in downtown Cary and has seen a dramatic rise in demand for this once overlooked area. “People want to be able to walk to downtown Cary with their kids. The theater, Mayton Inn, Pharmacy (Bottle and Beverage), Bond Brothers (Beer Company) and restaurants, these have really changed downtown in the last two to three years,” said Wilson. continued on page 30
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BEFORE
Interior photos by Dustin Peck Photography
continued from page 29
Amenities like walking kids to school and strolling to dinner are rebounding against long-standing preferences for a community pool or a neighborhood golf course. “Seeing familiar faces day after day — the nostalgia of walkability — is attractive to many right now,” said Wilson. Buying into neighborhoods like these is fiercely competitive, he says, citing one downtown Cary home that had 80 showings and 17 offers in a matter of days. “Investors can pay more than a house is worth, then rent it in a strong rental market. Potential buyers are competing against other homebuyers and investors,” said Wilson. A homeowner could sell his or her house easily, but have difficulty finding an affordable replacement in the same area. That is strong motivation to stay put and renovate. “People feel established in their neighborhoods and their com30 OCTOBER 2018
munities. Having to pack up, relocate and start over, that’s hard. Not completely displacing yourself and being able to modify your home for what you need is important in that decision-making process,” said Kim Kruskamp, a designer with Kitchen and Bath Galleries. Do your research
Whether you plan to renovate on your own or with a team of professionals, expect to be inundated with options in flooring, countertops, tile, fabrics and finishes. Look through magazines, inspiration websites and local showrooms to get an idea of what you like and how much it costs. “Before I even had contractors come to my house, I went to cabinet, tile and stone warehouses to price things out that I liked,” said Kristin Prince, owner of a recently renovated home in Lochmere. “If I had not done that, we would have been blindsided by the actual cost of things. Make sure that when you are getting estimates that contactors aren’t low-balling you to get the job.”
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Jan and Ric Richards’ home in Preston has a long list of desirable characteristics: large lot, great outdoor living area and multiple first-floor bedrooms, but they were lacking an open kitchen and comfortable entertaining space. “We knew we wanted a wall to come down to get that open concept,” said Jan Richards. “Kim (Kruskamp of Kitchen and Bath Galleries) suggested a butler’s pantry and reworked the back hallway. We haven’t changed any square footage, but it’s so much more efficient.” With Kruskamp directing the kitchen changes and Elizabeth O’Neal of Southern Studio Interior Design managing the family room and dining room refresh, the team landed on a sophisticated comfort that would be inviting for entertaining guests and durable for welcoming grandchildren. “I knew I wanted black and white, but I didn’t want it to look sterile,” Jan said. Two-tone cabinets (the island is a stony gray) and a taupe glass backsplash added warmth. The matte black hardware offers a graphic punch.
KITCHEN
Dark wood built-ins around the fireplace were painted to match the kitchen cabinets. Light colored fabrics with lots of texture and trim details complete the comfortable vibe the Richards sought. “We will stay in the house for 10 years. We can walk right out to our backyard; we can stay on the first level,” said Jan. “We’re thrilled we did it, because it’s what we wanted. It’s like living in a new space now.”
FAMILY ROOM
Pops of black are carried through to the dining room as well, in the chandelier, lamps and mirror. “Lighting is huge when you do start reconfiguring spaces,” said O’Neal. “Making sure that it’s appropriate and decorative, but doesn’t compete with other elements.”
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“Having someone to help guide you through the process and ask questions that you didn’t think of asking is really important and enlightening,” said Kruskamp. “You want to make sure you have people by your side that will help you through if — and when — things don’t go according to plan.” The full power of teamwork was realized in Jan and Ric Richards’ recent renovation which pooled the efforts of Kruskamp and Vicky Serany and Elizabeth O’Neal with Southern Studio Interior Design. “Everybody comes to the table with something different, and the timeline, the budget and the vision have to align for a successful project,” said Serany, founder and principal designer at Southern Studio. “(Remodeling is) a dance of all these parts and pieces, which is why it can become so overwhelming when you don’t have a team to work on it.”
Before hiring anyone, it’s vital to ask lots of questions and get lots of referrals, says Kruskamp. “Reach out to multiple contractors. Ask for a referral list of past clients and if any would be willing to speak on (the contractor’s) behalf. Find out how long they have been working with their subcontractors and vendors,” she advised. “And reach out to people who have done it before, especially in your neighborhood.” Once you’ve got a team in place, communication is key, said Jan Richards, whose Preston home has a new kitchen, butler’s pantry and family room after six months of renovations. “Trust your team,” she said. “It can be hard to visualize it, but they are really good about putting the whole package together. Some people have that impression that, ‘Oh I can do it cheaper myself.’ Unless you are really good at it, it’s a lot harder to do than you think.” continued on page 32
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“We love our location. We have lived a lot of life here, and we have no intention of moving,” said Prince. “It made sense to put the money into our house and make it work for us exactly how we want it to. We can’t believe we’ve lived as long as we did without doing this. “When they knock down walls you think, ‘What are they going to find?’ It’s very emotional when they are working on your home. You’ve put a lot of love (and money) into it.” Serany agrees, “If you are remodeling and living in the house, emotionally it’s hard to live when your life is disrupted like that.”
It’s tempting to get distracted by the bright, new features and finishes available, but focusing on function ensures a long-lasting and successful project. “Our goal is to not only design a beautiful space, but to design a space that functions well for our clients,” Serany said. “It’s a matter of really listening to how that space is going to be used and design it to meet the needs of the family.” Prince more than doubled the size of her kitchen during her downstairs renovation, and she planned it by asking herself: “How am I going to use my kitchen? “I’m a cook, so I started with the 36-inch range that I knew I wanted. I planned the rest based on how I was going to use it. There’s not one drawer that I regret. It’s perfect,” she said.
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Neutral palettes, like the classic white kitchen, tend to have the most staying power and are great for resale, but don’t let that keep you from adding your own personality.
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With a teenaged daughter and two German shepherds, Kristin Prince and her husband, Joel, considered moving before opting to renovate their 1990s Lochmere home. “We’ve just lived a lot of life in this house. And we decided this was home, and we were going to make it work for us,” Kristin said. Kristin dreamed up and managed the entire renovation, which more than doubled the size of the kitchen, added a custom mudroom and repurposed their old sunroom and dining rooms. “This is something I have always had a knack for and been interested in,” she said. “I wanted my kitchen classic, but I wanted an updated classic,” Prince said. “I wanted to mix styles, because I didn’t want any part of the house to look dated. The big staples are classics, mixed in with more trendy accents.”
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An important part of the renovation included the family’s fourlegged members. “We perfectly sized the mudroom to fit (the dogs’) kennels,” Prince said. “The door is intentionally hinged to the left so the dogs can run right outside from their kennels. I purposefully got a gritty-feeling tile that isn’t slippery when wet.” She reused materials and furniture when she could. “We repurposed the granite from the old kitchen island into a countertop over the dog kennels,” Prince said. Her dining room features 30-year-old chairs, hand-me-downs from her parents, that were made new with a fresh coat of paint.
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“I’m seeing a lot of people adding a fun, interesting countertop or a different backsplash to bring in color, something that can be swapped out easily or changed without spending a lot of money,” said Kruskamp. Prince did that with the backsplash in her kitchen beverage bar. “I felt like the wine bar needed a little pizazz. The backsplash here is a marble pattern that still ties in with the rest of the kitchen, but it’s like a little piece of jewelry,” she said. Other trends to watch: brass and black fixtures and hardware, woven textures like wicker and rattan, and marble look-alikes for counters and tile. Prince used Skyline quartzite for a durable alternative to Carrara marble on her kitchen countertops.
Make it Yours
“With new construction, nine times out of 10 you are limited with the builder’s offerings. Being able to remodel and doing it fully customized to your own wants, needs and style choices is a huge benefit. If you are going to spend the money it’s important to be able to get what you want, whether it’s affordable or the sky’s the limit,” said Kruskamp. Richards has seen that many times as people have relocated to her Preston neighborhood. “People move in, and then they make it theirs,” she said. “They might tear out something that isn’t that old, because they want the space to really be theirs.” t
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Located just two miles off the southern coast of N.C., near Southport, Bald Head Island makes for a perfect vacation destination or second home location. You’ll leave your car on the mainland, and travel to the island’s shores by a 20-minute ferry ride, making for a natural transition to “island time.” As your pace slows to that of an electric golf cart, bicycle or your own two feet, you’ll have a chance to take in the lush surroundings — miles of quiet beaches, a rare maritime forest and winding tidal creeks. Captain’s Watch Trail, located off Federal Road, leads you to Captain Charlie’s Station, three lighthouse keeper’s cottages dating back to 1903. The cottages can’t be seen from the road, but when you arrive at the top of the dune where they are perched, you’re rewarded with a sweeping view of Cape Fear. The island’s most iconic historic structure is Old Baldy, the state’s oldest lighthouse at 200 years and counting. Learn more about Bald Head Island and its idyllic way of life at www.bhirealestate.com.
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The Riverwalk
The Battleship North Carolina is a popular destination for adults and curious kids alike. Allow a couple of hours to walk the nine decks, and see how World War II sailors lived. TOP: Wilmington’s Riverwalk is the city’s top attraction and a popular spot on weekend mornings for dog-walkers, photographers and strollers of all sorts. Several restaurants have patios overlooking the Cape Fear River.
Stretching nearly two miles along the Cape Fear River, the Riverwalk is a popular destination for dog-walkers, sightseers and pedestrians of all sorts. Since 1980, the city has spent nearly $33 million to revitalize the once dreary industrial zone. Now Wilmington’s top tourist destination, the iconic raised timber boardwalk provides breathtaking views of the river and access to museums, shops and restaurants. At the Riverfront Park, shop for fresh produce at the downtown farmers market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Nov. 17, or browse for unique gifts at the artisan market held Sundays through Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Several restaurants have built large outdoor seating areas along the Riverwalk, taking advantage of the marvelous scenery. Housed in a restored 19thcentury house, the Pilot House Restaurant is the city’s oldest continuously operating restaurant and has been a favorite spot since 1978. The menu of seafood and other regional fare is the perfect complement for relaxing on the large outside patio. Live music on Friday and Saturday nights and for Sunday brunch encourages diners to stay a while. pilothouserest.com
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Across the river from downtown, the Battleship North Carolina invites visitors to picture themselves as part of the crew during World War II. The North Carolina took part in every major offensive in the Pacific theater and is the most decorated battleship of the war. Self-guided tours, lasting about two hours, wind through the ship’s nine decks, including two 16-inch gun turrets and quarters for the nearly 2,300 sailors on board. Fascinating artifacts and exhibits make history come alive for visitors of all ages. battleshipnc.com continued on page 54
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Cruise up the Cape Fear River, and learn how its ecosystem has changed from fresh to salt water around Wilmington. Seasoned guides detail the region’s history and point out new construction that is transforming downtown Wilmington. Keep your eyes peeled for egrets and other wildlife along the marshy banks! wilmingtonwatertours.net
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Water tours are a great way to explore the river and its ecosystem. Or perhaps a sunset cruise, complete with cocktails and live music, is more appealing.
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The Children's Museum of Wilmington
For parents with children younger than 10, any visit to the Port City should include a play session at the Children’s Museum. The 17,000-square-foot space is comprised of three historic buildings connected by an atrium and courtyard. Roughly 60,000 annual visitors come for child-centric exhibits like the pirate ship, teddy bear hospital, dinosaur dentist, trains, costumes and even a virtual reality lab. “It’s a place where adults and kids can play together and learn together. Parents are always learning about their children, and kids are always learning period. It’s a great way for them to do it together,” said Kathleen King, director of guest services at the museum. Conveniently located close to downtown attractions, the museum is popular with out-of-town visitors looking to entertain small children. “There’s not a ton of things downtown for younger kids to do, so that is a benefit for us. It’s definitely something for kids to get involved in,” said King. “There’s plenty of things for the parents to do, so you can do both downtown.”
This month, the museum hosts a Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 20, with face-painting, a bounce house and seasonal arts and crafts. playwilmington.org
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After a day of sightseeing downtown, Wilmington’s oldest and best-known craft brewery offers a pleasant respite. Open since 1995, Front Street boasts a comfortable wood-paneled interior and an unusual light well that illuminates the first floor — reminders of the 1865 building’s past. Five flagship and five seasonal brews are always on tap, and if you’re not sure what to order, tours and free tastings are held every afternoon. A full kitchen serves upscale pub food until midnight, and there’s a kid’s menu. frontstreetbrewery.com continued on page 56
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Benny's Big Time
Celebrity chef Vivian Howard and her husband Ben Knight opened their pizzeria earlier this year in Wilmington’s resurging South Front neighborhood with great fanfare. Although billed as an Italian eatery, Benny’s takes a distinct turn to the south. Some of the best hushpuppies you’ll pop into your mouth come to the table topped with pecorino cheese and a side of honey butter. Locally sourced charred shishito peppers are served with an addictive romesco sauce and topped with pecans. The restaurant, with exposed brick, dark wood furnishings and colorful murals, has a quirky, comfortable atmosphere. That attitude is also apparent when reading the names of the Neapolitanstyle pies — from Jon Bon Anchovy to the Clamuel L. Jackson. 56 OCTOBER 2018
One of the restaurant’s most popular is the Talk’in Shiitake with provolone, oyster and shiitake mushrooms, fennel sausage and olives. The 14-inch pie, full of earthy goodness, is perfect to share. Reservations are only taken for parties of six or more, so you may have to wait for a table on the weekends. vivianhoward.com/bennysbigtime/
Satellite Bar and Lounge
Across the street from Benny’s Big Time, the Satellite has long been a favorite with locals. The rustic, dog-friendly indoor space has a distinctive lodge ambiance, and the outdoor patio is perfect for listening to live music on the weekends or playing cornhole.
Bitty and Beau's
Start your day with coffee and a smile at Bitty and Beau’s. Founded in 2016 by Amy Wright and her husband Ben, the shop employs dozens of people with intellectual and developmental challenges. On any given morning a mix of commuters, businesspeople, parents with kids, and tourists fill the airy, 5,000-square-foot coffee shop and former Hummer dealership. Matt offers cheerful compliments to patrons as he takes their order, and the staff happily pauses to pose for photos in
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Get lost in this lush coastal garden featuring 67 acres of walking paths, formal gardens, seasonal blooms and tranquil hideaways. A nearly one-mile path winds past the huge Airlie Oak, which dates to 1545; a freshwater lake and pavilion; a butterfly house and other surprises. Adding interest to the garden are several outdoor sculptures including the Bottle Chapel (pictured left) , featuring more than 2,800 glass bottles. Through the end of OctoWikipedia ber, visitors can also track down 15 artist-designed garden gnomes. Finding the whimsical creations adds interest for younger visitors. airliegardens.org continued on page 58
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The piers at Wrightsville Beach offer prime fishing and a view of the surf.
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Wrightsville Beach
The beach is only 20 minutes from downtown Wilmington, and worth the trip even if it’s too chilly to get in the water. Stroll along the surf, or venture out onto one of the piers at Wrightsville Beach. Stretching 475 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, the Crystal Pier has free beach access and space for active children to roam. It’s also the location of Oceanic Restaurant, known for its coastal menu and its panoramic views of the surf. The seafood is sourced from the Crystal Coast when possible, and the freshness shows in standout dishes like the Carolina Crab Cake. Johnnie Mercer’s Pier is the only concrete fishing pier in North Carolina and extends more than 1,200 feet into the Atlantic. Lined with benches and lights, the pier is well-lit for night fishermen and afterhours strollers. oceanicrestaurant.com, johnniemercersfishingpier.com
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Hear why Wilmington is known as one of the spookiest cities in the South. Through the end of October, tour guides will recount eerie tales as they take visitors on 90-minute adventures to haunted houses and burial grounds. Hauntedwilmington.com
Bellamy Mansion
History buffs will enjoy touring the restored antebellum mansion, gardens and rare urban slave quarters. Talented tour guides recount stories of the wealthy Dr. John D. Bellamy’s family, their servants and other occupants, including federal troops during the Civil War. Don’t miss the stained mantlepiece where soldiers carelessly put out their cigars. bellamymansion.org
LEFT: Hear spooky stories as you explore downtown Wilmington on a ghost tour or haunted pub crawl.
October festivals
• Riverfest, Oct. 5-7, wilmingtonriverfest.com • Fire in the Pines Festival, Oct. 13, fireinthepines.org • Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival, Oct. 27, lighthousebeerandwine.com
Visitor resources
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big screen Small business WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY ALEXANDRA BLAZEVICH
The Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre sits beside the highway in Henderson, N.C. The original screen still stands from 1949, welcoming guests to the drive-in. 62 OCTOBER 2018
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TOP: Craig Askew hands tickets to guests of the drive-in and ushers them inside. Cars are free to park in any available spaces, and the theater fits up to 256 cars. BOTTOM: The Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre plays new releases and old favorites. On Wednesdays, Thursdays and the weekends, the drive-in shows double features.
When previous owners left the Henderson, N.C., drive-in theater in poor shape and put it up for sale in 2004, Craig Askew, who was once that wide-eyed kid transfixed by “Star Wars” movies on the outdoor screen, decided to do something. “It was really bugging me that somebody was letting it get in that shape, so my wife and I talked about it and said, ‘You know what, we should take this on. We should try to fix it up.’” Askew contacted the new owners in 2005, and they hired him to help bring the drive-in back to life. Thirteen years later, Askew still works there, manning a little bit of everything, from the ticket booth to the grill. continued on page 67
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Logan Boyd paints rainbows, as requested, on the faces of Brayden, top, and Lilliana, bottom. Face-painting, balloon animals and a bouncy house keep kids occupied while they wait for the movie to start.
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TOP: The Westbrook children sit in the back of a pickup truck that belongs to their dad, Dan, complete with a blow-up mattress, fuzzy blankets, pillows and movie snacks. BOTTOM: A family orders dinner at the drive-in before the movie begins. Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre offers a full menu of traditional and deluxe movie snacks from popcorn and soda to steak sandwiches. 66 OCTOBER 2018
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This year, the drive-in celebrates 69 years of operation, making it the oldest operating drive-in theater in North Carolina. When it opened, the drive-in was called The Moon-Glo Outdoor Theatre. In the 1970s the name changed to the Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre. Now it’s one of six drive-in theaters in the state and one of 350 drive-ins in the country, give-or-take a few. Aside from general maintenance, not much has changed at the drive-in. The Henderson theater still uses the same screen that was built in the ’40s. The only addition has been a new building where people can order food without missing the movie, and 4k digital projection. continued on page 68
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Before the feature film, owner Mark Frank projects previews on the screen. When the lights go down and the sound turns on, it’s a reminder for families to return to their cars to watch the movie.
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Until about 10 years ago, the theater projected movies onto the screen with rolls of film. A few leftover pieces from iconic films like “The Hunger Games” hang in the projection room.
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“We have the new technology, but we keep the old-school experience,” said Mark Frank, who owns the drive-in with his wife Jennifer. The Franks have been part of the drivein since 2011. Just like Askew, Mark’s fascination with outdoor theaters began when he was a kid growing up in upstate New York. He said he’d rather see a movie outside at a drive-in than anywhere else. “I have watched a lot of movies indoors, and I have watched a lot of movies outdoors, and I can name all the movies that I saw at drive-ins,” Mark said. “At the indoor ones, I couldn’t tell you what I saw.” For both men, the experience is what makes the difference.
“It’s this cool thing, and there’s this vibe to it that’s chill and relaxed. You don’t get that in a lot of other places,” Askew said. Every weekend, and select weeknights in the summer, the gates open and the cars roll in. The sun goes down, the stars come out and the screen lights up. Parents set up chairs, blankets and blow-up mattresses as kids play, couples snuggle next to each other and the smell of popcorn floats through the air. “To be able to provide an experience where a family can come out with their kids, and you’ve got babies out on blankets and kids just looking wide-eyed up at it – for me, there’s just nothing like that,” Askew said. “It has been such an honor and privilege to do it.” t
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Let’s Talk About Trust
Seeking to connect police and minority communities WRITTEN BY AMBER KEISTER | PHOTOGRAPHED BY LIZ CONDO
FOUR YEARS AGO, in the aftermath of protests against potwo-year, tuition-free program provides structure for teens who lice in Ferguson, Mo., two local men decided that something needed might be tempted to make poor choices that would disqualify to change. them from police training. Tru Pettigrew, a Cary businessman and father who had grown Roughly 70 students are enrolled in the fall 2018 term, taking up in Baltimore, worried how his son would be treated by police. classes that include communication, conflict resolution and mental Jacques Gilbert, an Apex police captain from a black community, health first aid. Most classes are online, with about a quarter being understood the fear and distrust on both sides. held in-person at local churches. While Cary and Apex are far different from Ferguson, Pettigrew The class locations fit nicely with the school’s core principles — and Gilbert each began efforts to improve the relationship between faith, purpose and trust. law enforcement and minority communi“We believe that compassionate ties in their own communities. Four years policing is the way to solve problems,” later, their work has changed lives here, said Gilbert. and their messages are spreading beyond “That is how we succeed and build “You can tell someone Western Wake. relationships; that’s where the trust comes that Cary, N.C., is the safest in. When you do the faith and trust, and Compassionate policing you commit to that, your purpose shines. city in America and you can After 25 years on the Apex police You know you’re called to this, and it’s not have the data and the facts force, Gilbert knew that two things needjust a job.” to show, but if you don’t feel ed to change in law enforcement — diAfter finishing at Blue Lights Colsafe none of that matters.” versity and training. He launched Blue lege, students begin Basic Law EnforceLights College in 2014 to encourage more ment Training at Wake Technical College — Tru Pettigrew, minorities to become police officers and which provides the training at no cost. Cary businessman to teach them to serve with compassion. The Apex school also partners with police “Establishing Blue Lights College departments in the Triangle and beyond was a way to pull young men and women to place its graduates. from communities that historically have feared the police,” said Gilbert, who retired from the force in July. Barbershop rap sessions “Come to this school, and we’ll show you how you can contribPettigrew had never had a negative experience with Cary poute and go back and change your own community.” lice, but based on his experiences in Baltimore and Los Angeles, he Now the president of Blue Lights College, Gilbert targets 18wondered if he and his family would be treated fairly in this mostly to 20-year-olds who aren’t sure what to do after high school. The white, affluent community. continued on page 74 72 OCTOBER 2018
Jesse Padilla, owner of The Right Cut Barbershop, gives a haircut to Tyson Oglesby, 6. Padilla has hosted an annual Kuts for Kids event for five years, working with a team from radio station WQOK-97.5. More than 60 backpacks of school supplies were given out at the August event, and 37 children came to the Cary shop for back-to-school haircuts.
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“You can tell someone that Cary, N.C., is the safest city in America, and you can have the data and the facts to show, but if you don’t feel safe none of that matters,” said Pettigrew, who has a background in marketing and business coaching, “People move to Cary from different places, and if you are a person of color in America, because of the history of America, the likelihood that you have had negative interactions with law enforcement are unfortunately higher.” He took his concerns to the Cary police department, asking how they planned to address the issue. Those discussions resulted in Building Bridges, a partnership between African-American pastors, community members and the Cary Police Department to promote understanding and cooperation. Monthly rap sessions held at local barbershops are part of that initiative. The conversations are facilitated by Pettigrew and other community leaders, so each opinion is given respect and not dismissed, even if others present don’t see things the same way. In the beginning, fewer than a dozen people would show up at Headliners Barbershop in Cary, where the first sessions were held. Now 60 to 75 people show up regularly. “If we can take the time to get to know each other, we will realize there is so much more that unites us than separates us. We’re all on the same team,” said Pettigrew. He gets phone calls and emails from participants telling how they now strike up conversations when they meet police officers instead of turning around and heading the other way. Police officers say they are more aware that if someone appears nervous, it might be because of a past experience, not because they have done something wrong. “I personally think it’s been a great thing,” said barbershop owner Jesse Padilla, who has hosted four rap sessions. “With myself and friends – not many of us have police friends that we talk to on a regular basis. It’s great to hear their opinions.” Recently Padilla invited children to his Cary shop, The Right Cut, to get a back-to-school haircut and a backpack full of school supplies. He also invited Cary police officers, so the children and their parents could interact with police in a noncrisis environment. continued on page 76 74 OCTOBER 2018
“That is how we succeed and build relationships, that’s where the trust comes in. When you do the faith and trust, and you commit to that, your purpose shines. You know you’re called to this, and it’s not just a job.” — Jacques Gilbert, Founder, Blue Lights College
Jacques Gilbert, left, president of Blue Lights College, congratulates Richard Campbell during student orientation last year. Gilbert, who recently retired from the Apex Police Department, established the nonprofit school to encourage more minorities to become police officers. “With this generation, they’re all about change,” he says. “So, I’m simply saying, ‘How can you be a part of change?’ And it gets their attention.”
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Shlok Makadiya, 5, gets his hair cut by barber Sammie Garris at the Right Cut Barber Shop. Shop owner Jesse Padilla has invited firefighters to his Kuts for Kids event, but this time he asked Cary police officers. “I figured it would be a great idea to catch the youth, let them see that police are around,” he says.
“We started having conversations in the barbershop, just honest, upfront and forthright conversations. We got some really tough questions, some really pointed questions and statements, but that’s what needed to happen. We needed to be honest with one another.” — Tony Godwin, Cary Chief of Police
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“There’s always been an issue between the colored community and police,” said Padilla, who is Hispanic. “We’ve got to work on our community relations between each other and with the police — maybe police training for them — but we also need to learn how to respect the police. Understanding is where it starts — with conversation.” Life-changing conversations
Cary Police Chief Tony Godwin says the barbershop rap sessions have been life-changing. On May 28, 2017, Cary police were called to the scene of a burglary, and Shaquian Tyrone Johnson, a 23-year-old AfricanAmerican man was shot and killed by police. “I’d be lying if I told you that when I got that call that morning I didn’t wonder what was going to happen in this post-Ferguson era,” said Godwin. “I wondered what was getting ready to happen. Is Cary, N.C., going to be the next Ferguson?” But instead of anger and accusations, Godwin and his fellow police officers received words of support. A particularly moving text message came from a barbershop owner who, before the rap sessions, didn’t trust police at all. “I know my Cary PD did what was necessary, and the folks in my neighborhood feel the same way. Tell Chief Tony and that officer, ‘We got your back,’” it read.
“The comfort that that brought me as the police chief,” recalled Godwin, “trying to steer our department, steer our town and steer our community, through this tragic situation — all the while I’m worried about what’s going to happen from a community standpoint. To get that text? You can’t put a price on how valuable that was to me. That was priceless!” The chief says the success he has seen in Cary can also happen elsewhere. “I absolutely believe it’s scalable,” said Godwin. “I think it’s replicable, and Tru and I are doing everything we can to spread the message.” Pettigrew gave a presentation about barbershop rap sessions at the annual conference of the North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police. Now roughly ten barbershops across the state — from Fayetteville to Roanoke Rapids — host once-a-month rap sessions. Last year, Pettigrew, Godwin, Chief Cassandra Deck-Brown of Raleigh and Chief John W. Letteney of Apex spoke on barbershop rap sessions at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference in Philadelphia. The annual conference draws roughly 17,000 police officers from around the world. Godwin says he used to joke that Pettigrew wanted to change the world, but the chief isn’t laughing now. “Tru is crazy enough to think he can change the world, and I wouldn’t bet against him, because I think he really can.” t
Tru Pettigrew, left, Cary Police Chief Tony Godwin, center, and Jesse Padilla talk during the annual Kuts for Kids event. Pettigrew leads monthly barbershop rap sessions, where police and members of the community can air their concerns.
“I absolutely believe it’s scalable. I think it’s replicable, and Tru and I are doing everything we can to spread the message.” — Tony Godwin, Cary Chief of Police
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Shannon Healy, a longtime bartender, opened Alley Twenty Six in 2012 as a bar specializing in finely crafted cocktails using quality ingredients like the housemade tonic syrup. He expanded last year, adding food service and a dining room.
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The seasonal menu makes use of the freshest local ingredients such as heirloom tomatoes and basil.
CALLED THE “The Foodie Capital of the South,” by the New York Post, Durham is a bona fide culinary destination, and luckily, it’s just a short drive away. On your next trip to the Bull City, consider ducking into Alley Twenty Six, an upscale food-and-spirits haunt that’s become a goto hotspot. Alley Twenty Six is a posh-yet-comfortable hangout that pairs exquisitely crafted mixed drinks with artfully composed cuisine. “We’re a cocktail bar and restaurant for guests aged 21 and up,” said founder and proprietor Shannon Healy. “Our primary demographic is people 35 to 65.” Following a decade as general manager and head bartender at Chapel Hill mainstay Crook’s Corner, Healy opened Alley Twenty Six as a drinking establishment in 2012. Five years later he expanded 80 OCTOBER 2018
to the adjoining space, adding a dining room, an open kitchen and seasoned chef Carrie Schleiffer. “I knew Carrie from her previous gigs in Chapel Hill and Durham, and her food has always been fantastic,” Healy said. Everything happens in a former furniture store building constructed in 1923. Vintage wooden flooring serves as the foundation for cozily arranged tables and chairs and two easily accessible bar areas. When it comes to the cocktails, more than a dozen selections are offered on the ever-changing menu. While he doesn’t necessarily call himself a purist, Healy’s mixology combines a dignified respect for tradition with a fresh retelling of the tried and true.
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The classic Alley Burger is dressed with black truffle cheddar cheese, bourbon bacon jam, arugula and chipotle aioli. The accompanying hand-cut fries have a hint of garlic.
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At Alley Twenty Six, chef Carrie Schleiffer puts an upscale spin on classic pub grub, adding duck confit to nachos or pineapple barbecue sauce to chicken wings.
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“I’m a believer in never making a drink that is more than two degrees of separation away from a classic,” he said. “There are already enough other historical reenactments here in the South. We don’t need that with our cocktails, too. Technique and attention to detail are as important as the recipes.” With thoughtful presentation, timing and care, each distinctive libation is more than a sum of its parts when crafted by skilled and knowledgeable bartenders. The eponymous signature cocktail contains Wild Turkey 101, dry vermouth, Cynar, Luxardo, celery bitters and flamed lemon coin. Order from the featured cocktail menu or try a new twist on a classic. Either way you’ll taste and appreciate quality spirits enhanced by choice, handselected ingredients. Their myriad syrups are all housemade, and even non-alcoholic drinks like ginger ale are also concocted from scratch. “Our bartenders can make drinks according to your whim,” Healey said. “If we have the products on the premises and it’s a real drink, we can make it.” As for the food, Schleiffer’s constantly evolving bill of fare includes shareable snacks like pimento cheese, marinated olives and the jar of pickles, which features seasonal pickled fruits and vegetables. Small plates run the gamut from cornmeal-crusted fried oysters to lime-tinged scallop crudo with jalapeno, ginger, watermelon gazpacho and microgreens. If you’re in the mood for artisan cheese and cured meats, charcuterie plates are consistently on point. continued on page 85
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Entrees such as braised pork and a spicy lobster roll are noteworthy, but the star of the show is the namesake burger. It features black truffle cheddar, bourbon bacon jam, chipotle aioli and arugula (add foie gras torchon if you wish). Each burger comes accompanied with hand-cut, garlicinflected fries. And yes, it’s as epic as it sounds. “We grind our own beef in house with a mixture of chuck and brisket,” said Schleiffer, who received formal training at New York City’s Institute of Culinary Education. “By far, the burger is our biggest selling menu item. We serve it from rare all the way to well done.”
A small open kitchen at the back of the dining room offers patrons a glimpse into the preparation and cooking. “It’s important for people to see where their food comes from, and I also enjoy interacting with the guests,” Schleiffer said, adding that she procures most ingredients locally. “We don’t claim to be farm to fork, but do practice responsible sourcing.” She and Healy collaborate often on food and drink pairings. “We want people to have a superb experience when they come in, so it’s important for us to be purposeful about the pairings,” said Schleiffer.
Alley’s bar side is open seven days a week from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., while the main dining room serves food from 5:30 to 11 p.m. daily. Late-night food specials are available until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Alley Twenty Six accepts reservations online or by phone, and the most current menus are available on the website. t Alley Twenty Six 320 E. Chapel Hill St., Durham (984) 439-2278 alleytwentysix.com
Alley Twenty Six, named for the alley outside, was once a furniture store built in 1923. The reclaimed flooring and blond-wood bar add warmth to the cozy watering hole.
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THE LIMITED RELEASE Brüeprint Brett Saison is an effervescent, delicately sour ale with a lot of character. The Apex brewery’s Saison de Brue, a summer seasonal saison (say that three times fast!) with figs and honey, was first put into American oak wine barrels to age. It was then bottle-conditioned with more honey and naturally carbonated from the native microflora. It’s difficult to taste honey used in beermaking unless the amount used is more than 20 percent of the total fermentables. Most honey flavors come from malt, and even then, honey in beer is usually a sign of aged beer. In the case of the Brett Saison, the honey is used as a blending component. The aroma of the beer contains medium notes of white grape juice and oak. There is a low sourdough in the background from the wood barrel and yeast and notes of honey from the malt. In the mouth, the Brett Saison is delicately balanced, and you can easily pull out a lot of flavors without having to work too hard. The sourdough aroma mixes with the honey flavor from the malt and inspires thoughts of pastry. A moderate amount of hop bitterness is present, but without any hop flavor. This is typical of a low-hopped beer that has been aged. There is also a light tartness from the wild yeast bacteria and acidity from the tartaric acid, or grape acid, left in the wine barrels. These acids will
Whit Baker is the brewmaster at Bond Brothers Beer Company in Cary. Having completed the Beer Judge Certification Program, he is experienced in evaluating professional and amateur beer in competitions. He is also an Advanced Cicerone, a certification which requires years of study and an expert knowledge of beer.
increase the grape juice flavors in any beer left in freshly dumped wine barrels, and the Brett Saison is no different. The white grape juice is there with an in-your-face intensity. This beer finishes fairly dry from the balance of bitterness, acidity, oak tannins and carbonation. The carbonation is less than champagne but more than most beers. There is a hint of astringency on the end, but no more than a light red wine. Overall, this beer is delicate with a low amount of wild yeast character and subtle acidity. The Brett Saison would pair well with a salad or lighter cheeses, but it has enough complexity to be talked about for a long time by itself. Enjoy!
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WRITTEN BY MELISSA KATRINCIC PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN
SPIRITS
North Carolina
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Did you know that October is North Carolina Spirits Month?
Three years ago, the Distillers Association of North Carolina received the official designation from the governor. Since then, the number of permitted distilleries in the state has risen to 81. Craft distilling is a dynamic industry worldwide, and in this country, it is projected to grow as rapidly as craft beer. During our weekend tours at Durham Distillery, we’re often asked about craft spirits, why we started our business, and how to learn about (and taste!) more N.C. spirits. With those questions in mind, let’s dig right in: Why did you start Durham Distillery?
For most entrepreneurs, there is a moment when you are forced to jump. I was facing a layoff from a digital marketing executive role, and it was the right time to think about what was next. My husband Lee and I were avid gin hobbyists already. When we would go to dif88 OCTOBER 2018
ferent cities or states, we’d often try new gins and go to the liquor store to purchase, too. Paired with my experience and Lee’s as a career chemist, we decided to make gin. Our backgrounds in the pharmaceutical industry would also turn into quite an asset as well, especially when submitting paperwork to the federal government. What is the process for starting a distillery?
It’s long. It’s expensive. The regulations for making liquor (legally) in the United States are thorough. Any new distillery has gone through a significant vetting process, and it all starts with a Distilled Spirits Permit issued by the Federal Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). In order to apply for this first permit, a distillery must have completed a lot of due diligence including, but not limited to: listed sources of funding, proof of lease or building ownership, outlining of the building usage (manufacturing, office, tasting room, etc.), all distilling equipment with their serial numbers, and every owner has to have a background check. However, getting that DSP is really just the first step. There are product formula reviews and product labeling approvals from the TTB.
Once all of that is in place, the process restarts in order to acquire the permits from North Carolina ABC. Typically, the startup phase for a distillery is a minimum of nine to 12 months. Depending on where you purchase your still, it could be as long as three years before you’re producing. All this to say, a distillery owner is required to have a lot of business acumen to even get their first product into the bottle. Starting a distillery is absolutely a passion project! Where can I learn about North Carolina distilleries?
Two fantastic books, published in the last year, focus on distilling in the Southeast and in North Carolina specifically. Both authors took time and care to interview many distillers in the state, and the books are great guides to help you map out which distilleries to explore in person. John Trump, managing editor at The Carolina Journal, published “Still & Barrel: Craft Spirits in the Old North State”, (Blair Publishers) in 2017. Trump traces the history of manufacturing moonshine whiskey, gin, vodka and rum in North Carolina all the way to today. The information about the distillers and their products is “surrounded by history and compelling stories about people and their passion.” Kathleen Purvis, food editor at the Charlotte Observer, recently published “Distilling the South: A Guide to Southern Craft Liquors and the People Who Make Them” (UNC Press, 2018.) From the official description: “While the South has a long history as the center of American distilling, we’re now experiencing a new explosion in the making of liquors. All over the region, alcohol artisans are crafting everything from gin to brandy to whiskey. My new book tells the stories of the people behind these creations and gives you five trails to finding the best craft spirits in states from Virginia to Louisiana.” How can I support North Carolina distillers and try more of their spirits?
N.C. Spirits Month is a fantastic time to check out the delicious products produced here in the state.
First, take a tour of your local distilleries. Just like touring a winery or craft brewery, the distillery tours offer a behind-thescenes look at how their spirits are made, the stories behind them, and at the end of the tour, there’s a tasting. It’s a fun way to spend an afternoon! Second, check out your local ABC store and its N.C. section. It’s often overlooked, but this section of the store is the best opportunity to see all the N.C. products carried by that specific ABC board, in one place. Sometimes local products are included in the main sections, but more likely, the N.C. section is where you’ll find us. Third, ask for N.C. spirits at your favorite bar or restaurant. Locally made spirits are rarely highlighted in local restaurants or bars. Often, it’s not because owners don’t know about N.C. spirits, but they don’t think their customers care about them. We’d like to change that! When you go to your favorite restaurant, asking what N.C. spirits they carry is a great first step. Then, if there is a cocktail on the menu that lists gin or whiskey, ask what they’re using, and see if they’d consider using a local spirit. For us, the support of bars and restaurants is invaluable. More than half of our distillery tour guests first learn and try Conniption gins in a cocktail at a local restaurant. As distillery owners in the Triangle, we want to thank you for your support and for spreading the word about North Carolina spirits. We’re all small business owners, and we’re your neighbors. Cheers! Melissa Katrincic owns Durham Distillery, the No. 3 Craft Gin Distillery in the U.S. and home of the award-winning Conniption Gin, with her husband Lee. She is also the former vice president of the Distiller’s Association of North Carolina.
Fall Punch 1½ ounces apple cider ½ ounce Conniption American Dry Gin ¼ ounce dark rum (Kill Devil Gold Rum from Outer Banks Distilling Company or another local rum is recommended) ½ ounce dry vermouth Best served hot on cool fall nights!
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Butternut squash risotto with crispy sage & pine nuts
The Triangle’s award-winning destination for cooks, foodies, chefs and gadget lovers.
Serves 6 Ingredients:
Risotto Directions:
1 butternut squash, diced into 3/8” cubes
1. Preheat the oven to 400° F. Place the diced butternut
1 onion, finely diced
squash in a single layer on a large roasting pan. Drizzle
4 cloves garlic, minced
with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and
4 tablespoons butter, divided
pepper, and roast for about 20-25 minutes or until tender
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
to a knife tip. Stir the squash halfway through roasting.
2 cups Arborio rice
Remove half of the squash and puree. Reserve the other
1 cup dry white wine
half as cubes to be added to the finished risotto.
4-5 cups chicken broth
2. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sauté the
1/2 teaspoon of saffron, or about 8 threads
onions and garlic in a blend of 2 tablespoons of butter and
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons of olive oil until translucent. Add the rice,
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
and stir until coated. Then, add the wine. 3. Meanwhile, in a separate soup pot, bring the broth to a
Garnish:
simmer, and separate one cup of broth into a separate bowl.
1-2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
Add the saffron to the reserved broth to infuse. Set aside.
1 bunch sage leaves, crisped in
4. Once the wine is absorbed into the rice, add 1-2 ladles of
2 tablespoons butter
broth, starting with the saffron-infused broth; bring to a low simmer. Keep simmering and slowly add ladles of broth one
To toast the pine nuts: Using a dry skillet, heat over
at a time. Stir continuously until the broth becomes absorbed.
medium heat. Add the pine nuts. Tossing frequently, allow
5. Add the salt and pepper while stirring and adding the
the pine nuts to roast until they turn a golden brown.
broth. Taste test the risotto often to ensure adequate salt and pepper according to your taste. When the risotto is al dente,
To make the crispy sage leaves: Melt 2 tablespoons
add 1 more ladle of the stock, stir and turn the heat to low.
of butter in a small sauté pan; add whole sage leaves.
6. Add the roasted, pureed squash and stir. Then, add
Allow the leaves to become crisp by frying for about 2
the cubes of roasted squash. For a silky finish, stir in 2
minutes on each side. Place on plate to cool and set
tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.
aside until ready to use.
7. Serve hot. Garnish with the toasted pine nuts and crispy sage.
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Franco Serra Dolcetto d’Alba DOC Dolcetto translates as “little sweet” in Italian, which is an apt description given this medium-bodied wine’s penchant for evoking deep cherry notes. Grown in the Alba region of Piemonte alongside its bolder brethren wines Barolo and Barbaresco, Dolcetto remains an affordable and eminently quaffable red. It’s also a tableside staple for the area’s traditional culinary fare, such as risotto. The fruit-forward appeal of Franco Serra’s Dolcetto will marry exceptional well with the crispy sage in this recipe. $14.99
Glenn Hagedorn is a partner at Triangle Wine Company. Before his arrival in North Carolina, he obtained a degree from UC-Davis in viticluture and enology and worked the journeyman winemaking circuit in Napa for many vintages. He currently holds a first-degree certification with The Court of Master Sommeliers.
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CARY Abbey Road Tavern & Grill “Great food … outstanding live music.” 1195 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 481-4434; abbeyroadnc.com Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream “Premium quality ice cream and sorbet.” 10120 Green Level Church Road #208, Cary; (919) 901-8560; andiasicecream.com Annelore’s German Bakery “Pastries using the finest local ingredients.” 308 W. Chatham Street, Cary (919) 294-8040 facebook.com/AnneloresGermanBakery
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Academy Street Bistro “A fresh take on Italian-American cuisine in the heart of Cary.” 200 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 377-0509; academystreetbistro.com
Crosstown Pub & Grill “A straightforward menu covers all the bases.” 140 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 650-2853; crosstowndowntown.com
Bellini Fine Italian Cuisine “Everything is made fresh from scratch in our kitchen.” 107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Suite 119, Cary; (919) 552-0303; bellinifineitaliancuisinecary.com
Bosphorus Restaurant “Traditional Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.” 329-A N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 460-1300; bosphorus-nc.com
Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 1222 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 799-2023; brewnquenc.com
Bravo’s Mexican Grill “Extensive menu raises the ante considerably above the typical Tex-Mex.” 208 Grande Heights Drive, Cary (919) 481-3811; bravosmexicangrill.net
Bonefish Grill “Fresh is our signature.” 2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-1347; bonefishgrill.com
Brewster’s Pub “Open late, serving a full food and drink menu.” 1885 Lake Pine Drive, Cary (919) 650-1270; brewsterspubcary.com
Dining Guide Brig’s “Breakfast creations, cool salads and hot sandwich platters.” 1225 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 481-9300; 1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 604, Cary; (919) 859-2151; brigs.com Cary Towne Kitchen “A fun, inviting environment where you can enjoy a back-to-basics locally sourced menu.” 2002 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary (919) 233-8721; carytownekitchen.com Chanticleer Café & Bakery “Family-owned restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch and specialty coffees.” 6490 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 781-4810; chanticleercafe.com Chef’s Palette “Creative flair and originality in every aspect of our service.” 3460 Ten Ten Road, Cary; (919) 267-6011; chefspalette.net CinéBistro “Ultimate dinner-and-a-movie experience.” 525 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 987-3500; cinebistro.com/waverly City Barbeque “Barbeque in its truest form.” 1305 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 439-5191; citybbq.com Coffee & Crepes “Freshly prepared sweet and savory crepes.” 315 Crossroads Blvd., Cary; (919) 233-0288; coffeeandcrepes.com Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar “Good old-fashioned burgers and bottled soda.” 126 Kilmayne Drive, Cary; (919) 466-0055; corbettsburgers.com Craft Public House “Casual family restaurant.” 1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 601, Cary; (919) 851-9173; craftpublichouse.com Crema Coffee Roaster & Bakery “Family-owned and operated.” 1983 High House Road, Cary; (919) 380-1840; cremacoffeebakery.com Danny’s Bar-B-Que “All slow-cooked on an open pit with hickory wood.” 311 Ashville Ave. G, Cary; (919) 851-5541; dannysbarbque.com
The Butcher’s Market “Selling quality steaks and meat with unmatched hospitality.” 1225 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 465-3082; thebutchersmarkets.com Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” 1979 High House Road, Cary; (919) 388-9930; dohertysirishpubnc.com Eighty8 Asian Bistro “An exotic twist on Asian cuisine.” 1077 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 377-0152; eighty8bistro.com Enrigo Italian Bistro “Fresh food made from pure ingredients.” 575 New Waverly, Suite 106, Cary; (919) 854-7731; dineenrigo.com Five Guys Burgers and Fries 1121 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 380-0450; fiveguys.com Fresca Café & Gelato “French-styled crepes … gelato made with ingredients directly from Italy.” 302 Colonades Way #109, Cary; (919) 581-8171; frescacafe.com Goodberry’s Frozen Custard 1146 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 467-2386 2325 Davis Drive, Cary; (919) 469-3350; goodberrys.com Great Harvest Bread Co. “Real food that tastes great.” 1220 NW Maynard Road, Cary (919) 460-8158; greatharvestcary.com
Deans Kitchen + Bar “Creative comfort eats.” 1080 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 459-5875; deanskitchenandbar.com
Herons “The signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.” 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary; (919) 447-4200; theumstead.com/dining/restaurants-raleigh-nc Hot Point Deli “Highest-quality cuisine at extremely reasonable prices.” 1718 Walnut St., Cary; (919) 460-6299; hotpointcary.com Jimmy V’s Steakhouse & Tavern “Certified Angus Beef … fresh seafood, Italian specialties, homemade desserts.” 107 Edinburgh South, Suite 131, Cary; (919) 380-8210; jimmyvssteakhouse.com Kababish Café “A celebration of deliciousness and creativity.” 201 W. Chatham St., Suite 103, Cary; (919) 377-8794; kababishcafe.com La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.” 4248 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; 220 W. Chatham St., Cary; 5055 Arco Street, Cary; (919) 657-0657; lafarmbakery.com Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.” 110 SW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 460-8757; lostresmagueyes.com CARY MAGAZINE 93
Dining Guide Lucky Chicken “All of our beautiful Peru, with every dish.” 1851 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 338-4325; luckychickennc.net Marco Pollo “Peruvian rotisserie chicken.” 1871 Lake Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 694-5524; marcopollocary.com
Pizzeria Faulisi “Simple foods from a simple way of cooking: a wood-burning oven.” 215 E. Chatham St., Suite 101, Cary; pizzeriafaulisi.com
Maximillians Grill & Wine Bar “Global cuisine using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.” 8314 Chapel Hill Road, Cary; (919) 465-2455; maximilliansgrill.com
Duck Donuts “Warm, delicious and just the way you like them.” 100 Wrenn Drive #10, Cary; (919) 468-8722; duckdonuts.com/location/cary-nc
Pro’s Epicurean Market & Café “Gourmet market, café and wine bar.” 211 East Chatham Street, Cary; (919) 377-1788; prosepicurean.com Rally Point Sport Grill “Lunch and dinner food in a pub atmosphere.” 837 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 678-1088; rallypointsportgrill.com
Noodle Boulevard “Ten variations on the ramen theme, covering a pan-Asian spectrum.” 919 N Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 678-1199; noodleblvd.com
Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen “Exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes.” 7307 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 233-1632 lucky32.com/cary
Patrick Jane’s Bar & Bistro “Life should be delicious.” 1353 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 388-8001; patrick-janes.com
Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Café “The fast track to sweet tooth satisfaction.” 115-G W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 319-6554; bluemoonbakery.com
Red Bowl Asian Bistro “Each distinctive dish is handcrafted.” 2020 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 388-9977; redbowlcary.com
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Dining Guide Ruth’s Chris Steak House “Cooked to perfection.” 2010 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-0033; ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/cary Serendipity Gourmet Deli “Discovering the unusual, valuable or pleasantly surprising.” 118 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 469-1655; serendipitygourmetdelinc.com
Five Guys Burgers and Fries “Fresh ingredients, hand-prepared.” Visit fiveguys.com for area locations.
Ricci’s Trattoria “Keeping true to tradition.” 10110 Green Level Church Road, Cary; (919) 380-8410; riccistrattoria.com
Spirits Pub & Grub “Wide variety of menu items, all prepared in a scratch kitchen.” 701 E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 462-7001; spiritscary.com
Gonza Tacos y Tequila “Award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine.” 525-105 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 653-7310; cary.gonzatacosytequila.com
Stellino’s Italiano “Traditional Italian favorites with a modern twist.” 1150 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 694-5761; stellinositaliano.com
Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.” 8111-208 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary; (919) 851-3999; 2025 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-3999; ruckuspizza.com
Sugar Buzz Bakery “Custom cakes … and more.” 1231 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 238-7224; sugarbuzzbakery.com
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Dining Guide Tazza Kitchen “Wood-fired cooking and craft beverages.” 600 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 651-8281; tazzakitchen.com/location/stonecreekvillage Thai Spices & Sushi “Freshest, most-authentic Thai cuisine and sushi.” 986 High House Road, Cary; (919) 319-1818; thaispicesandsushi.com
La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.” Visit lafarmbakery.com for area locations.
Taipei 101 “Chinese and Taiwanese. Serves lunch and dinner.” 121 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 388-5885; facebook.com/carytaipei101
Lugano Ristorante “Italian dining in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.” 1060 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 468-7229; luganocary.com Tangerine Café “From Thai to Vietnamese to Korean to Indonesian.” 2422 SW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 468-8688; tangerinecafecary.com
The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 231 Grande Heights Drive, Cary; (919) 468-6007; thebigeasyovenandtap.com The Original N.Y. Pizza “Consistent every visit.” 831 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 677-8484 2763 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 363-1007 6458 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 852-2242 theoriginalnypizza.com Totopos Street Food & Tequila “A walk through … Mexico City.” 1388 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 678-3449; totoposfoodandtequila.com/cary
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Dining Guide The Urban Turban “A fusion of flavors.” 2757 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 367-0888; urbanturbanbistro.com Verandah “Southern casual environment in a modern, boutique hotel.” 301 A. Academy St., Cary; (919) 670-5000; verandahcary.com
APEX Mellow Mushroom “Beer, calzones and creative stonebaked pizzas.” 4300 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 463-7779 mellowmushroom.com Tribeca Tavern “Handcrafted burgers, homegrown beer.” 500 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 465-3055; facebook.com/TribecaTavern
Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.” Visit ruckuspizza.com for area locations. Udupi Café “Authentic south Indian vegetarian cuisine.” 590 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 465-0898; sriudupicafe.com
Abbey Road Tavern & Grill 1700 Center St., Apex; (919) 372-5383; abbeyroadnc.com Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 100 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 267-6237; annaspizzeria.com Belgian Café “From Brussels to Apex.” 1232 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 372-5128; belgian-cafe.com Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 2045 Creekside Landing Drive, Apex; (919) 338-2591; brewnquenc.com
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Salvio’s Pizzeria “Family owned and operated since 2005.” 2428 SW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 467-4600; salviospizza.com Buttercream’s Bake Shop “Wholesome, scratch-baked.” 101 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 362-8408; buttercreamsbakeshop.com
Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering “Pasta dishes, hand-stretched pizzas and scratch-made desserts.” 1430 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-1006; danielsapex.com Common Grounds Coffee House & Desserts “The highest-quality, locally roasted coffee.” 219 N. Salem St., Suite 101, Apex; (919) 387-0873; commongroundsapex.com
Tasu “Asian fusion cuisine, artfully mixing Chinese, Japanese and Thai Dishes” 525 New Waverly Place, Suite 103, Cary; (919) 544-8474; shikitasu.com/tasu-cary/home Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” 5490 Apex Peakway, Apex; (919) 387-4100; dohertysirishpubnc.com
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Dining Guide Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.” 1055 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 446-6333; ruckuspizza.com Rudy’s Pub & Grill “Comfortable and familiar, just like home.” 780 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-5061; rudysofapex.com
Sushi-Thai “Fresh sushi and Japanese cuisine alongside Thai favorites.” 106 Kilmayne Drive, Cary; (919) 467-5747; sushithaicary.com Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1075 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 616-0011; fiveguys.com
Sassool “Serving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine.” 1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 300-5586; sassool.com Peak City Grill & Bar “Chef-crafted food in a … restored turn-of-thecentury hardware store.” 126 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 303-8001; thepeakcitygrill.com
Salem Street Pub “Friendly faces and extensive menu.” 113 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 387-9992; salemstreetpub.com Skipper’s Fish Fry “Homemade from our own special recipes.” 1001 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-2400; skippersfish.com Sweet Cheeks Bakery “Only the finest and freshest ingredients.” 803 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-9305; sweetcheeksbakerync.com
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Dining Guide The Provincial “Fresh. Simple.” 119 Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5921; theprovincialapex.com The Wake Zone Espresso “Your special home away from home.” 6108 Old Jenks Road, Apex; (919) 267-4622; thewakezone.com
FUQUAY-VARINA Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.” 525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com Jus’ Enuff Home Cooking “Homemade everything.” 736 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 567-0587; facebook.com/JusEnuffHomeCookin Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.” 401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.com
Yuri Japanese Restaurant “For sushi fans and connoisseurs of Japanese cuisine.” 1361 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 481-0068; yurijapaneserestaurant.com
Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.” 127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com
Donovan’s Dish “Chef-prepared meals to go.” 800 W. Williams St., Suite 112, Apex; (919) 651-8309; donovansdish.com
The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.” 305 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-5555; themasonjartavern.com
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Dining Guide Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Serves lunch, dinner and drinks.” 1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-0962; facebook.com/winginitbarandgrille
HOLLY SPRINGS Happy Holly’s “Ice cream, milkshakes and shaved ice.” 527 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 552-0637; happyhollys.com Los Tres Magueyes 325 North Main Street, Holly Springs; (919) 552-6272; lostresmagueyes.com Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.” 304 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.” 301 W. Center St., Holly Springs; (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com Rise Biscuits & Donuts 169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com
Thai Thai Cuisine “Fresh authentic Thai food.” 108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs; (919) 303-5700; thaithaicuisinenc.com The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.” 114 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 964-5060; themasonjartavern.com The Original N.Y. Pizza 634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (919) 567-0505; theoriginalnypizza.com
MORRISVILLE Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken “Unforgettable rotisserie chicken.” 9575 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 378-9259; alpacachicken.com Another Broken Egg Café “A totally egg-ceptional experience.” 1121 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 465-1079; anotherbrokenegg.com
Babymoon Café “Pizzas, pastas, seafood, veal, steaks, sandwiches and gourmet salads.” 100 Jerusalem Drive, Suite 106, Morrisville; (919) 465 9006; babymooncafe.com Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar “The quality of the beef and the toppings make our burgers stand apart.” 3300 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 297-0953; baddaddysburgerbar.com B. Good “Health-conscious versions of fast-food favorites.” 1000 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 234-1937; bgood.com Cantina 18 “Southwestern fare with a southern drawl.” 3305 Village Market Place, Morrisville (919) 694-5618 18restaurantgroup.com/cantina-18-morrisville Capital City Chop House “Perfect place for a business lunch or dinner or a quick bite before catching a flight.” 151 Airgate Drive, Morrisville; (919) 484-7721; chophousesofnc.com
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Dining Guide Clean Juice “Organic juices, smoothies and acai bowls.” 3035 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 468-8286; cleanjuice.com Firebirds Wood Fired Grill “Steaks, seafood, chicken and ribs, all seared over local hickory, oak and pecan wood.” 3200 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 653-0111; morrisville.firebirdsrestaurants.com The Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen “Homemade recipes handed down over the years.” 1600 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 378-9524; fullmoonoysterbar.com Georgina’s Pizzeria & Restaurant “Mouthwatering homemade Italian dishes.” 3536 Davis Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3820; georginaspizzeriaandrestaurant.com Hipoke “Fresh Fun Poke.” 9573 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 650-3398; hipokes.com
Los Tres Magueyes 9605 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 481-9002; lostresmagueyes.com Neomonde “A wonderful mix of traditional and contemporary Mediterranean menu items.” 10235 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8100; neomonde.com
Smokey’s BBQ Shack “Meats are dry rubbed with love and slow smoked with hickory wood.” 10800 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 469-1724; smokeysshack.com
Peppers Market and Sandwich Shop “Local baked breads, fresh in-house roasted meats.” 2107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville (919) 380-7002; peppersmrkt.com
Taste Vietnamese “Prepared with passion and perfected through generations.” 152 Morrisville Square Way, Morrisville; (919) 234-6385; tastevietnamese.com
Rise Biscuits & Donuts “Old school, new school, and specialty donuts.” 1100 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 377-0385; risebiscuitsdonuts.com
Tra’Ii Irish Pub & Restaurant “An authentic and satisfying taste of Irish country cooking.” 3107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville; (919) 651-9083; traliirishpub.com
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Rey’s “Fine dining with a French Quarter flair.” 1130 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh (919) 380-0122; reysrestaurant.com
Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar “Consistent service and quality food to keep patrons happy.” 301 Market Center Drive, Morrisville (919) 467-1718; traviniaitaliankitchen.com
Village Deli & Grill “Wholesome homemade foods.” 909 Aviation Parkway #100, Morrisville; (919) 462-6191; villagedeli.net
Barry’s Café “A restaurant that honors firefighters.” 2851 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh; (919) 859-3555; barryscafe.com
ZenFish Poké Bar “Guilt-free, healthy, fast-casual dining.” 9924 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville (919) 234-0914 zenfishpokebar.com
The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 222 Fayetteville St., Raleigh (919) 832-6082; thebigeasyovenandtap.com
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Angus Barn “World-renowned for its service.” 9401 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh; (919) 781-2444; angusbarn.com Annelore’s German Bakery “Pastries using the finest local ingredients.” 1249 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh (919) 294-8040 facebook.com/AnneloresGermanBakery Anvil’s Cheesesteaks “Authentic Philadelphia experience.” 2893 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh (919) 854-0558 facebook.com/AnvilsCheesesteaks
Mandolin “World class food, wine and spirits in a soulful, comforting atmosphere.” 2519 Fairview Rd, Raleigh (919) 322-0365; mandolinraleigh.com The Pit “Authentic whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue.” 328 W. Davie St., Raleigh; (919) 890-4500; thepit-raleigh.com
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garden adventurer WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY L.A. JACKSON
Contrary to the name, Spanish bluebells sport dainty blossoms that are more lavender than blue. Some cultivars even come in shades of pink or white.
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The Ring of Spanish Bluebells WHEN IT COMES TO fall-planted, springblooming bulbs that can be relied upon to return year after year, crocuses and daffodils almost always top gardeners’ lists. But if you are looking for something different and just as dependable, Spanish bluebells (Hyacinthoides hispanica) will certainly have the same ring. Spanish bluebells might seem like horticultural exotica — they do hail from Spain as well as Portugal — but gardeners in-the-know on this side of The Big Pond have been enjoying them since colonial times. These bulbous beauties have found our Southeast especially to their liking — so much so that they can even naturalize and begin to spread.
True to their name, these cuties hang small, bellshaped blooms off slight stalks that top, depending on the cultivar, from 8 to 16 inches tall. Not accurate is the implication that their hue is truly blue — it’s not. The dainty little dangles are typically a light lavender with blue accents. And if you want more colorful confusion, there are even Spanish bluebell cultivars that sport pink or white flowers. During autumn planting time, mixing Spanish bluebells with other repeat performers such as crocus and daffodils creates a low- maintenance springtime bulb bed that can stay pleasantly pretty for years. These deer-resistant lovelies actually extend the eye-candy season in such beds because they bloom later in spring after the flowers of most other bulbs have faded. As an alternative, since Spanish bluebells are tough, drought-tolerant plants that can put up with moderate shade, they are ideal candidates to doll up nether regions under large, deciduous trees — areas where few plants flourish. Following their initial transition period after planting, chances are good that they will settle in for the long haul to the point they even begin to expand their playground by way of seeds and offshoot bulbs. The plants go dormant by early summer, and their strap-like foliage dies back. At this time, you can tidy up by cutting the yellowed leaves off and discarding them. In spite of their European origins, Spanish bluebell bulbs aren’t hard to find at this time of year. They have become traditional Southern pass-along plants and are common October offerings in garden centers. As for online shopping, two quality regional nurseries with good selections to check out are Brent and Becky’s Bulbs (brentandbeckysbulbs.com) and Terra Ceia Farms (terraceiafarms.com). L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine. Want to ask L.A. a question about your garden? Contact him by email at lajackson1@gmail.com.
Water garden
TIMELY TIP After autumn’s leaf fall, clean the water garden, but don’t be too thorough. Leaves, sticks and other debris can be removed, along with replacing about 20 percent of the existing water with fresh H2O, but a full-blown draining and washing can drastically cut down on beneficial microorganisms that have built up in the pond, which would damage the biological balance that makes your backyard pond work so well as an enclosed ecosystem.
To Do in the GARDEN
October
• Plant flower seeds in the fall? Sure, especially if they are hardy annuals and biennials such as bells of Ireland, cornflower, foxglove, Johnny jump-ups, larkspur, lunaria, snapdragons, sweet peas, sweet alyssum and Virginia stock that actually need the cold of winter to properly develop in time for next spring. • If it is autumn, it must be pansy planting time. Be sure to spread a time-release fertilizer throughout the planting bed to give these cold-weather beauties the nutrients necessary for their extended flower show, which can last well into next spring. • Any herbaceous perennials that were planted this year should be
marked with an ID stake before they die back, so they won’t be accidentally dug up during next year’s annual spring planting frenzy. • Grass clippings and autumn leaves are great ingredients for starting a compost pile, so take advantage of the seasonal abundance of organic materials and start your own heap of “black gold” for the garden. • Newly seeded lawns should be raked weekly to prevent leaves from smothering tender new grass shoots. • Pumpkins and winter squash will store better if they are harvested with a few inches of stem still intact.
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Hum Sub WRITTEN BY BRIDGETTE A. LACY
POONAM GUPTA, a founding member and treasurer of the Hum Sub Inc. recalls when she and her husband Gyan first moved to Cary in 1989. They were one of eight families that met informally and started talking about starting a group to share their Indian culture with the larger community. In 2001, Hum Sub was founded, and the nonprofit group partnered with Cary’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources to launch the first Cary Diwali festival at the then Cary Community Center. “We had about 1,500 people show up,” Gupta recalled. The crowds have grown over the years, with an estimated 15,000 community members coming from Winston-Salem and Greensboro, as well as the Triangle. This year, Hum Sub’s largest event kicks off at 10 a.m., Oct. 18 at Koka Booth Amphitheatre with the lighting of an Indian lamp and chanting of prayers. The all-day Festival of Lights will feature more than 1,000 performers, with many acts including local children and Indian-American dancers and musicians. The evening program highlights singers Sadhna Sargam and Amit Sana, invited from India. Meanwhile, vendors from across the country sell clothing, personal and home accessories, crafts and wares, spices 108 OCTOBER 2018
and South Asian cuisine from local restaurants at the Cary Diwali bazaar. The festival ends with fireworks. During Diwali, local residents are recognized for good works. Four youth achievement awards, with a prize of $500 each, will be presented to outstanding middleschool and high-school students. Winners should demonstrate leadership and volunteerism in their community; be involved in research and innovation that can change the world, or excel in the classroom and contribute to the community through activities such as the arts, music, dance and sports. Hum Sub strives to promote greater awareness of the Indian traditions through annual celebrations of Diwali, Basant Bahar and other cultural events. Since its inception, Hum Sub’s primary focus has been to promote, support and
Jonathan Fredin
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Dancing and musical performances entertain and inform visitors to the annual Cary Diwali festival. Begun in 2001, the event draws roughly 15,000 people from the Triangle and beyond.
organize family-oriented cultural activities to help build a stronger foundation for the youth in our community. Hum Sub relies entirely on community support and local business sponsorships to make its programs and events possible. Prakash Punj, president of Hum Sub Inc., says Western Wake has the largest Indian population in the Triangle. Many of them moved to the area as professionals in the information technology field to work in Research Triangle Park. As many of them settled in Holly Springs, Morrisville and Cary, they decided they wanted to both celebrate and share their way of life and history. After all, “Hum Sub” means “We all.” Punj says the full meaning of the phrase translates into “We treat the world as one big family.” The 15-member Hum Sub group meets yearround to plan big and small events to highlight their traditions and practices. Membership and participation are open to all people who are interested in promoting or appreciating Indian heritage and history. In the spring, Hub Sum presents Basant Bahar — a classical music and dance program which draws about 1,000 attendees.
“India is a diverse culture,” said Punj. “Everything changes every 50 miles. Every region has its own instru- CARY DIWALI 2018 ments, music and dance that are unique to the people of that region.” Saturday, Oct. 13, at Every year, Hum Sub also hosts an Indian Culture Learning Series leading Koka Booth Amphitheatre up to the Diwali festival. Beginning Gates open at 10 a.m., in September and continuing through early October, the series covers topics fireworks at 8:30 p.m. such as spices and cuisine, textiles, faith Admission is free; practices and art. “The series is for non-Indians, people parking is $5 who don’t know about Indian culture. We educate them about Indian culture. They can come and learn about what kind of vision we have through our music, textiles and faith,” Dipak Prasad, from left, Punj explained. Madhur Mathur, Anand Held at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center, Narayanan, Poonam the classes continue Oct. 1 with Faiths of India and conGupta, Prakash Punj, Ajit Dixit, Sridevi Jagannath and clude Oct. 8 with the Music and Dance of India. The Sachin Joshi are members classes are free, but registration is required at classweb. of the Hum Sub board of directors. The nonprofit townofcary.org. organizes the annual Diwali For more information on Cary Diwali or Hum celebration at Cary's Koka Sub, check out humsub.org. t Booth Amphtheatre.
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happenings HEATHER HOOPER is the new executive director of Dementia Alliance of North Carolina. The nonprofit, formerly Alzheimer’s of N.C., recently rebranded to more accurately communicate the mission, vision and unique role at the intersection of local support, education and research for all types of dementia. Hooper was most recently the Director of Development for the College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University. dementianc.org
BASF employees conducted science experiments alongside eighth-grade students from East Wake Middle School during the company’s annual Day of Service. Employees and students, pictured above, explored pH levels in soil to determine the optimal range for plants to grow and how filtration keeps the water supply chain clean. Employees also met with students to mentor them on STEM-related career opportunities. “As part of our commitment to the Triangle community and to the next generation of ag scientists, we want to foster an interest in STEM from an early age,” said Paul Rea, senior vice president, BASF Agricultural Solutions, North America. basf.com
TAYLOR TRAVERSARI was named general manager of the Koka
Randy Harrington is
Booth Amphitheatre in August. “The move to a beautiful and treasured venue like Booth
the new Holly Springs town manager. Most
Amphitheatre presents a new challenge and
recently he spent 11 years with the city
chapter for me. I look forward to continuing
of Charlotte, where he was chief financial
the success and setting even higher goals
officer and director of management and
for this remarkable venue,” he said. Most recently, Traversari has served as the Raleigh Convention Center assistant director and general manager at Red Hat Amphitheater. boothamphitheatre.com
financial services. “Randy has a proven track record of success, and those who know him speak of his high standards and work ethic,” said Dick Sears, mayor of Holly Springs. hollyspringsnc.us
JOSE CURCI is the new director of food and beverage at the Umstead Hotel & Spa. Curci has been with the property for seven years, recently returning from a year-long stint as director of food and beverage at The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tenn. Curci now oversees all food and beverage operations at the hotel and its restaurant, Herons, working closely with Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene. theumstead.com
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happenings HUNGRY HARVEST, a farm to doorstep produce delivery service on a mission to end food waste and hunger, has recently expanded to serve neighborhoods in Cary and Apex. The company works with local farmers to rescue ugly produce and deliver it to customers. In the Triangle, Hungry Harvest also supports the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. hungryharvest.net
Grace Stocker of Chocolat GRACE, a Cary-based online chocolatier, won the prestigious Golden Bon Bon Award for her maracaibo and cranberry caramel. The award for best filled chocolate was given at the Academy of Chocolate Awards 2018 competition in London at the end of July. More than 1200 entries from 45 countries competed for prizes. Stocker also went home with three golds, five silvers and two bronze awards. chocolatgrace.com
Peter Galluzzo, owner of Home Video Studio Apex, recently earned three awards for Excellence in Video Production at the annual Home Video Studio Getaway in Tucson,
Phil Kadzielawski, with Coastal Credit Union,
Ariz. Galluzzo and his wife Sharon, who have owned the Apex
has been named president of the Tarheel Chapter of Credit Unions of
Best Short Video and the President’s Award for Best of Show.
the Carolinas Credit Union League. coastal24.com
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business for 10 years, took home awards for Best Sports Video,
UNGRADED PRODUCE, a Triangle-based produce delivery service, has recently expanded into Cary and Morrisville. The business rescues produce that doesn’t meet supermarkets’ strict appearance standards, creates curated boxes, and delivers it to customers. The company also donates produce to local pantries for each box sold. ungradedproduce.com
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BRIAN SCHMID, from Cary is serving in the Navy as a main
propulsion officer engineer aboard one of the four advanced warships deployed to Rota, Spain, on the country’s southwest coast. He is participating in a critical NATO ballistic missile defense mission while assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook.
Priscilla Awkard, with
Dan Kagarise from Cary is serving in a temporary duty status at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Guam. Typically,
Coastal Credit Union, has been elected
Kagarise, a chief electrician’s mate (nuclear),
President of the Southern Regional
is in charge of all nuclear and electrical
Chapter of the African American Credit
components onboard U.S. naval submarines.
Union Coalition. AACUC is a nonprofit organization of African-American credit
Diane Stadlen, of Sakas
union professionals and volunteers. Its
& Company, was recently named the
mission is to increase diversity within
American Marketing Association Triangle
the credit union community. Awkard
Chapter Volunteer of the Year. Stadlen
also serves on the board of directors of
currently serves
the Coastal Credit Union Foundation.
AMA Triangle as
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Vice President of Sponsorship and
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