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Experience an eclectic, inspiring and diverse range of music and voices this Spring at the Arts Center. Solo, ensemble, instrumental, acapella--they all have their moment center stage. From unique local talent to a national tribute band, there’s a bit of music for everyone at the Arts Center.

One Noble Journey Acclaimed actor and playwright Mike Wiley brings his one man show One Noble Journey to the Arts Center for three performances March 17, 2022. Designed to inspire audiences to examine America’s racial history, teach the lessons of the past and encourage application of these truths to the present, Mr. Wiley is a NC tour de force.

Performances are open to public, private and home school groups as well as the general public.

Sylvia Celebrate community with the first production of the community theatre season! Sylvia is a timely lovely story about the need to connect, relationships, and growing older.

Sylvia is recommended for mature audiences.

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CONTENTS

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have the ability “to goYouwhere you want, when you want.

And you bring your own bed.

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– Dave Hofert, owner, D&H RV & Marine

IN EVERY ISSUE 12 SEE & DO

Enjoy hometown and national talent at upcoming community performances & concerts.

14 DIG IN & DRINK UP

Plus

Welcome to our new contributor Dathan Kazsuk — you Better Believe he knows his beer.

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16 MEET & GREET

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54 FEATURES

A weekend away to explore Cary’s vibrant downtown.

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62 FUN & MEMES 38 VISIT CHARLOTTESVILLE

Hit the road with a sophisticated itenerary full of historical landmarks, vineyards and art to explore.

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Creatively prepared Italian dishes entice diners back for more.

Spring break approaches and Fuquay-Varina Memes knows the hottest spots to seek out.

64 SEEN & HEARD

Community news and accolades.

66 IN FOCUS

PHOTOS BY JONATHAN FREDIN

30 STAYCATION SENSATION

Boxyard RTP delivers local food, drink, entertainment and shopping in repurposed shipping crates.

Discover your new favorite restaurant in our dining guide.

Seventy-two million Americans are planning an RV trip in the next year. Will you be one of them?

Insight and advice from local travel experts.

50 THERE & BACK

58 RISE & DINE

18 RV THERE YET? 24 IT’S GO TIME

Donna Pittman, owner of Flowers on Broad Street.

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Conveniently located in the heart of FuquayVarina, Windsor Point residents enjoy living close to shopping, recreational and cultural opportunities, as well as major medical centers.

Our community is custom-made for its residents who choose from a selection of cottages and apartments, flexible dining plans and fitness options. Housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation worries become a thing of the past.

Windsor Point is a Life Plan Community with Continuing Care providing Independent and Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing. Even if health needs keep couples apart, at Windsor Point our levels of care allow loved ones to remain close to one another.

For more information about joining us, call our Marketing Department at 919-552-4580 or visit us online at windsorpoint.com.

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“I have just devoured my first issue of your magazine today! Each article represented a key facet in getting to know this community. It was a kind of God Wink that there was also a spread on New Bern — my gradually-becoming-former residence.

It’s difficult leaving such a jewel of a community, to be sure, but FV is fast becoming near and dear to my heart.

Not only does my new dear love live here, but the former mayors of this and the Holly Springs area subscribe to the Main Street approach that New Bern used to transform its historic downtown so well. How blessed I am to step from one lovely town to another!

I can’t wait to get my next issue in my FV mailbox!”

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Emily Uhland, Senior Editor Amber Keister Tara Shiver CONTRIBUTORS

Fuquay-Varina Memes David McCreary PHOTOGRAPHY

Jonathan Fredin, Chief Photographer PRODUCTION

MY PARENTS DRAGGED US ACROSS THE UNITED STATES IN A POP-UP CAMPER EVERY SUMMER OF MY LIFE BETWEEN 5 AND 18. THEY STILL USE THAT THING.

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Destinations to inspire your next vacation

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THANKS TO D&H RV AND MARINE IN APEX FOR WELCOMING US TO THE DEALERSHIP AND GIVING ME A CRASH COURSE IN MODERN RVS.

I’ve never been RV camping. Tent camping, Girl Scout camping, back-

packing — yes. Sleep in the car because my tent is flooded — yes. But never RV camping. And until recently, I never really considered it, cousin Eddie in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation having deeply entrenched a stereotype against it.

My mind is changing, though. A couple months back, Fuquay-Varina resident and author Nancy Kimsey suggested a story about the rapidly growing world of RV ownership and camping, which became a great starting point for our Travel Issue. RV interest has surged over the last two years, largely influenced by lifestyle changes thanks to our pal COVID, and more and more families are realizing the joys of an RV home away from home. Read more on page 18.

It was a blast to partner with area travel experts in the story “It’s Go Time,” despite giving me horrible wanderlust. These seasoned travel pros each recommended their favorite destinations and offered tips for navigating a new era of traveling. This story idea has been on the docket for months, and reasons (you know who you are … COVID) delayed publication time and again. I’m glad to finally get it into the pages, as many folks are eager to hit the road again.

We filled this issue with vacation ideas near and far, so that no matter your comfort level and enthusiasm for a return to traveling, you’ll find exciting recommendations for now and bucket-list destinations for the future.

Thanks for reading,

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Travel experts share advice and insights

11 million RV owners in the United States

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Sylvia

In this modern romantic comedy about a marriage, the world of a middleaged New York couple is turned upside down when a Labradoodle unexpectedly joins the family. Sylvia is the first of three productions in the Community Theatre Season. Individual performance and season ticket packages are available.

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Celebrating the Power of the Spiritual

FEB 18 7:30 P.M. HOLLY SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER

Celebrating the Power of the Spiritual is an informative and inspirational musical journey by Jonathan Blanchard that honors African American music from its inception.

Showcasing the music of Negro Spirituals, which serve as inspiration for exploring other genres like gospel, jazz, R&B, blues, funk and hip-hop.

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Talented ninjas from around the country, including stars of American Ninja Warrior, compete on a multi-stage course, with proceeds benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. See popular ninjas, including Kai Beckstrand and Hunter Rowland, as well as local stars compete on challenging, unique obstacles for cash prizes. Spectator tickets are available. Tune in to the competition Facebook livestream via @rocksolidwarrior.

Photography Exhibit Reception FEB 18 6 - 8 P.M. FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER

Enjoy the newest photography exhibit in the Massengill Design Build Gallery at a celebratory reception for local artists Katherine Perry and Scott Simerly. The event is free and all are welcome. View the works of art throughout the month of February.

One Noble Journey

MARCH 17 10:30 A.M., 1 P.M., 5:30 P.M. FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER

One Noble Journey is the story of Henry “Box” Brown, an African American born into slavery in 1816 in Virginia. Henry devised an ingenious escape plan — sealing himself in a wooden box for shipment to friends and freedom in Philadelphia.

One Noble Journey is performed by Mike Wiley, a North Carolina-based actor, playwright and director who strives to expand cultural awareness through dynamic portrayals based on pivotal moments in African American history.

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FEB 3-5 7:30 P.M. HOLLY SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER FEB 17-19 7:30 P.M. FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER

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Better Believe

from Barrel Culture Brewing and Blending Written by Dathan Kazsuk | Photographed by Jonathan Fredin FLAVOR: Better Believe is a smooth and silky triple IPA

that’s meant to make hop heads poke their heads up out of the blistering sands like a mob of meerkats looking out for danger.

Being a triple and hazy IPA, Better Believe resides at 11 percent ABV, making it one heck of a punch. Dryhopped with Vic Secret and Mosaic hops, it’s a hazy that shouldn’t be taken lightly due to the ABV being well hidden in the array of citrus characteristics and hints of pineapple and stone fruits.

Dathan Kazsuk is co-owner of the beer, wine and travel website Triangle Around Town, (trianglearoundtown. com). The website and its digital publications help promote the craft beer and wine industries within the state.

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Flowers on Broad Street celebrates 25 years in business in March.

BACKGROUND: I studied horticulture at N.C. State. I have always loved

flowers. I planted flowers no matter where we lived in the world.

EARLY DAYS: I saw the shop (on Broad Street) and thought, ‘Oh my

goodness, that could be a beautiful flower shop.’ It still has the beautiful tin ceiling and original wood floor. It’s very quaint and homey.

At first, there were no customers. I would sit here day after day and nobody would come in and look around. But it started — in Fuquay, if you do a good job, everybody hears about it…. People here told their friends, and those friends told someone else, and that’s what got it started.

OPEN CONCEPT: We don’t have a door in between our retail space and

our design room. We welcome people and want them to come and see what we do and how we put arrangements together.

BEST AND WORST: There’s no doubt about it, you can’t work in a flower

shop and not be emotional. We see when people are at their deepest despair and the very happiest day of their lives. That’s what I love about my business, our industry — we help with emotions in those kinds of times, good or bad. I think flowers make a difference.

PETAL IT FORWARD: The Society of American Florists started a

program called Petal it Forward. The idea was you give two bunches of flowers to one person, one for them to keep and one to give. People just get so excited.

So then three or four years ago, Chief Laura (Fahnestock) and I talked. The Fuquay-Varina Police Department volunteered to go to the communities that they feel need some happiness to give out flowers, or go to a retail space to give out flowers, and so they’ve helped us with that the last three or four years.

FLOWERS ON BROAD STREET 517 BROAD ST, FUQUAY-VARINA (919) 557-3410 FLOWERSONBROADSTREET.COM

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Celebrate!

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When I opened here, that was the first time I’d done a lot of funeral work. I have to say, I cry right along with my customers.

It’s painful, But I’ve also seen how much people value flowers in a good time or bad.

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Join Flowers on Broad Street during the month of March to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Special events and giveaways are planned to honor the employees, customers and community that supported the small business in reaching this milestone.

Follow @flowersonbroadstreet on Facebook for the most up-to-date information.

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Written by Emily Uhland | Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

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Picture this — a peaceful night, sleeping under the stars, surrounded by natural wonders and the comfort of your own bed, waking up to birdsong, hiking adventures and welcome solitude. Sound appealing?

More than 11 million people in the U.S. agree with you, and that number is climbing quickly.

Eleven million American households own recreational vehicles, however less than two years ago that number was only 8 million.

Interest in RV travel and ownership has surged, in large part due to the coronavirus pandemic health and safety concerns.

Dave Hofert, owner of D & H RV & Marine dealership in Apex, has felt that growth in his professional and personal life.

“The RV industry added 3 million units to the registry in 18 months,” Hofert says. “The whole economy has changed. I don’t go to my office anymore. I can work from anywhere. I might as well work from the beach.

“RV travel is safe travel. I don’t have to worry about (businesses) being closed. I don’t have to wear a mask in my RV,” he says. continued on page 20

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22%

of owners are between ages 18 and 34

72 million

Americans plan on taking an RV trip in 2022.

20 days

Median annual usage for RV owners

Up from

61 million

the previous year.

11.2 million

Households own an RV Source: Rvia.org

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RV destinations are largely outdoors, away from crowded urban areas. Another upside — pets are welcome.

“An RV is pet-friendly travel, and that’s a huge thing for people.” No more overnight boarding and Fido missing all the fun.

“It’s true travel independence in your own home,” Hofert says.

Hofert and his wife bought their first camper to live in while building a house in Wake County. When the house was finished, they tried renting out the camper.

“It rented every weekend, and we decided we were on to something,” Hofert says.

Now, Hofert’s dealership on Hwy 64 sells new and preowned RVs in a variety of classes, recently added an inventory of boats and was named a nuCamp Top 5 Dealer in 2020 and 2021. (nuCamp is a popular brand of teardrop and truck campers.)

Surging RV ownership has ushered in challenges as well.

Many manufacturers are struggling to meet demand, and service departments are often backed up, waiting on parts. Popular campsites often book up months in advance.

“The irony is that we were at Disney World (staying at Disney’s RV campground, Fort Wilderness). We usually go the week after Thanksgiving and it’s empty because people are at work or at school. It was slammed,” Hofert says.

Fuquay-Varina resident Nancy Kimsey is well underway with planning a cross-country RV trip for September.

“I’ve already got this very complicated spreadsheet about how I have to reserve six months out in order to get into this campground in Zion National Park, because the sites are available on a rolling basis,” Kimsey says.

“If it’s something really specific, that’s a very popular destination, you have to find out when they open the booking window and be ready to jump on it.”

Kimsey’s spreadsheet also includes Bryce Canyon National Park and Arches National Park — highly sought after bucket-list destinations.

A life-long tent and family camper, Kimsey and her husband never RV camped until — you guessed it — the pandemic hit in 2020.

“We wanted to get out and have an opportunity to go camping where we could have a little kitchen,” she says. “I’m in retirement age, so I’m not going to

62%

Increase in RV owners from 2001 to 2021

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RVS CAN VARY IN SIZE, SHAPE AND FEATURES, PRICED FROM $30,000 TO MORE THAN $100,000, BUT GENERALLY INCLUDE SLEEPING SPACE, A KITCHEN AREA AND A BATHROOM.

NANCY KIMSEY, AUTHOR OF DEVOTIONAL BOOKS GRACE ON A RAMBLING ROAD AND JOY

BY A ROARING CAMPFIRE, BEGAN RV CAMPING WITH HER HUSBAND IN EARLY 2020.

sleep on the ground anymore. During the pandemic, we didn’t really want to stay in hotels, so we started looking at it more seriously.”

When Kimsey and her husband discovered a brand of RVs that fit their needs, they drove to Tennessee to see them in person.

“We immediately decided that’s what we wanted, but had to wait four months for it to be built,” she says. “Now people are waiting 10 months.”

Variations in RV size, shape, price point and features are plentiful.

Luxury models can sell for more than $100,000 with leather recliners, induction cooktops, solid wood cabinets and even bunk beds.

For Kimsey, solar panels and petite dimensions were must-have specs.

“Because it’s a little smaller, you can get into some of the national parks campgrounds. There are a lot of campgrounds that have only a few sites for really large RVs. We like that flexibility.” continued on page 22

“

There are a few more creature comforts as far as cooking and sleeping; it’s warmer at night... but you still get your experience of being with nature and being able to hike.

”

– Nancy Kimsey, RV owner and author

57,971

RVs produced in October 2021, the best month on record.

Previous high was

48,926 in October 2017.

53%

of travelers bring their pets with them.

Source: Rvia.org

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DAVE HOFERT, OWNER OF D & H RV & MARINE DEALERSHIP IN APEX

WHICH TYPE OF RV OWNER ARE YOU? -

Happy camper Casual camper Adventure seeker Avid RVer Escapist Full timer Family camper

Seven types identified by the RV Industry Association. Source: Rvia.org

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Solar panels allow for boondocking, or camping without connection to water, sewer or electricity, which expands campsite options to include remote destinations off the grid.

“We are really enjoying the flexibility of it. Just being able to go hiking and birdwatching early in the morning. You are already at your destination,” Kimsey says.

“RVing does give the freedom to make last-minute travel decisions with whatever you are interested in doing. Whether it’s fishing at the beach or staying in your grown kids’ driveway and having your own coffee pot, those are all pieces to the puzzle,” Hofert says. MB

Where to Camp

Consider these unique N.C. RV destinations CAMPFIRE LODGINGS Asheville Scenic mountain-top camping with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

CAMP HATTERAS RV CAMPGROUND Rodanthe Located on Hatteras Island in the N.C. Outer Banks, Camp Hatteras is sandwiched between the Pamlico Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, providing ocean- and sound- front campsites.

4 PAWS KINGDOM CAMPGROUND & DOG RETREAT Rutherfordton In the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, an ideal getaway for pets and their humans with off-leash dog parks, an agility course and a fenced swimming pond.

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Meditaontionsthe Go Before she was an RV camper, Nancy Kimsey was an English teacher, working in the Wake County Public School System for 29 years. As she learned more and more about RV lifestyles, Kimsey noticed an opportunity.

“Since there’s all these RVers out there, why not have a collection of devotional meditations that would be aimed directly toward campers,” Kimsey says.

“There are one million full-time RV people. They aren’t going to be able to go to the same church every Sunday. It occured to me that there would be an audience that would appreciate having something that they could read on the go.”

Kimsey penned Grace on a Rambling Road: Devotions for RV Travelers, a collection of 60 devotional meditations that link Scriptures and prayers with the camping experience, and six months later followed with the sequel, Joy by a Roaring Campfire: Devotions for Campers.

“I’m hoping that the book will be an encouragement and a challenge to people, just that you can connect everyday life to God’s working in your life.”

Photo by NC Se a Grant

Classic Oyster Dressing 2 cups oysters, drained, liquid reserved 6 cups French bread, cut into small cubes 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup celery, chopped 1 cup onion, chopped

Visit the NC Oyster Trail to tour a working shellfish farm, savor the coast’s distinct flavors and discover local oyster lore.

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1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1 egg, beaten

• Toast bread until golden brown. Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan.

Lightly sauté celery and onion. Add poultry seasoning, thyme, salt and pepper.

• Place 4 cups of bread in large bowl. Crumble remaining 2 cups of bread and place in bowl. Combine with vegetable-seasoning mix.

• Add oysters and egg and toss lightly.

• Add reserved oyster liquid until stuffing is moist, but not packed.

• Place in greased baking pan and bake, uncovered, at 375° F until done and crusty outside, about 30-40 minutes.

Kitchen-tested recipe developed by Joyce Taylor.

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Travel just does something to your soul. …You can immerse yourself in culture and different ways of living, and experiencing all these things that you never would have experienced before.

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“It’s very important to me to recommend places that I have physically been to. I provide my clients the peace of mind knowing that I physically went there, and I will give them the ins and outs — activities they should do, the best restaurants they should go to, the room categories that I feel were the most luxurious.”

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Since then, she has been building a love for and knowledge of travel, especially everything’s-included resort destinations for families and couples.

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Amazing beaches, beautiful water and delicious food keep Fermanis coming back to the Caribbean islands of Turks and Caicos.

“It’s a very small island, and so once you land there, you kinda feel like family,” she says.

An easy trip from the East Coast (likely with one stop in Florida), Turks and Caicos beckons couples and families to its grand resorts and boutique hotels — “You can rent a beautiful bungalow on the water,” Fermanis says.

“There are so many cute little restaurants that are right on the beach, cookIt’s just one of ing fresh fish.” those places “If you want to go off for a day and where you feel get away from people to see the natural like you are part of the island, all you have to do is stepping onto a rent a Jeep and drive around. It’ll take postcard. you about 45 minutes. … It just checks all of those boxes that my clients are looking for.”

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If someone doesn’t want to fly, but still wants ... to feel like you’re on an island, The Sanderling Resort would be my top place.

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This beachfront resort on North Carolina’s Outer Banks creates the feel of an island getaway, only a few hours’ drive from Wake County.

“That’s the amazing thing about the beaches in North Carolina that I never really knew before I moved here. You really do feel like you are somewhere else,” Fermanis says.

Multiple resort pools, a beautiful spa, a rolling golf course, plus adventurous excursions like wild horses tour and dune hang gliding all combine into a resort-style vacation without even leaving the state.

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KATI KNOWLAND CURIO TRAVEL DESIGNS CARY Kati Knowland hated her first experience with international travel — moving to Singapore with her family as an almostteenager — in the beginning.

“Because I was 12 years old, and everything is horrible when you are 12,” she jokes. “But ultimately it was an opportunity to travel a lot in Asia, and see and experience a lot of new things, and really opened my eyes to the world.”

Those early experiences led Knowland to specialize in familyfocused international travel when she founded her agency, Curio Travel Designs.

“My real strength is in creating trips — adventurous, experiential and cultural — that get a family out into the culture of a place to experience the people and the food and the art of a destination, wherever that may be.”

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it is really a privilege to help other families and young people experience the world, open their eyes to new cultures and help to create an entire generation of kids who are open-minded world travelers and have amazing experiences to look back on.

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Montage Palmetto Bluff SOUTH CAROLINA Southern sophistication meets outdoor adventure at Montage Palmetto Bluff, a 20,000-acre five-star property along with May River in South Carolina’s Low Country.

With all the classic amenities you’d expect of a luxury resort, such as fine dining, a spa and golf course, it’s the abundance of available outdoor adventures that Knowland and her clients really love.

“It is like this old South summer camp, but in a luxurious way,” Knowland says. “There is a merit badge program that kids can collect for doing different activities around the property, such as making smores, catching fish, doing archery or paddleboarding. It gives kids buy-in to the experience, which is always good for a family vacation.”

“It’s a really laid back, but really active place to go. You can go bowling, rent bikes, take guided hikes, visit private beaches by boat — there’s always something going on.”

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Knowland recommends London as a great entry into into international travel, in part because there is no language barrier.

“The way that I like to plan trips for my family clients, in London and elsewhere, is to pair your more traditional sightseeing activities with something hands-on and experiential,” Knowland says.

For example, a visit to the British Museum, which showcases 2 million years of history and culture, could include directed games and scavenger hunts to keep children engaged with the exhibits during the tour.

“Visit the Tower of London and learn about the history (which is pretty entertaining), but then take part in Knight School, where families can learn about how to use a sword, how to joust and how to defend the Tower of London,” Knowland recommends.

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LISA ZILLI CONCIERGE BOUTIQUE TRAVEL FUQUAY-VARINA For Lisa Zilli, travel planning started as a hobby for her own family of five, expanded to include crafting itineraries for close friends, and ultimately transformed into a career planning custom vacations for local and nationwide clients.

“Every person that comes to me, I listen to them and find out what they like to do. I ask them about their worst vacation and best vacation. I really get to know them, so I can create a great itinerary for them to enjoy,” Zilli says.

“Every client is like a family member or a friend, and that is the way I look at their itineraries, to make sure they have the best adventure and have all the information they need and help them be prepared so they can … enjoy the destination instead of worrying about where to catch the bus or the train.”

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Zilli considers Jamaica to be a hidden gem, underrated amongst Caribbean destinations. A short flight from the East Coast lands guests on a diverse island with amazing natural wonders.

“It has waterfalls. You can go ATVing on the island. ( Jamaica) is one of three places in the world that has a bioluminescent lagoon — with algae that glows in the dark,” Zilli says. “It’s one of the top 10 things I’ve ever done in my life.”

“The people are so warm and welcoming. They are really excited to have people visit.”

Island destinations, like Jamaica, can provide stress-free vacationing in many ways. Zilli has booked private villas with personal chefs for large family groups, and also frequently recommends all-inclusive stays.

“You just unpack once and … sit back, and relax and enjoy the resort and everything it has to offer.”

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“Italy is my favorite destination,” Zilli says. “It’s such a beautiful, culturally and historically rich country.”

From glass blowing in Venice, to picturesque Tuscan wine country to the historic sites of Pompeii, Italy provides a deep well of experiences that immerse guests in the culture.

Italy is such “I really loved goa culturally ing to Pompeii. We immersive kind climbed Mt. Vesuvius. It’s really cool to walk the cobblestone streets of experience. and see the ridges from the chariots and the ash-engulfed people. To I can’t wait for see it is haunting and impactful.” people to be Zilli and her husband are of Italian descent, which enhances the able to travel experience even more. back to that.

“The people feel like home to us, because that’s our grandfathers and uncles and aunts that we grew up with. That’s their heritage; it’s familiar to us.”

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I love what I do.

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Even if I don’t go to the destination, I feel like I have been there, with the work that I put into it. I get a little jolt off of every trip I plan.

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Navigate your next trip like a pro with these tips from the experts.

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is the best gift ever. Material things don’t mean as much as travel does in the grand scheme of things. It provides you with so much.

If you are traveling internationally, it is easiest if you can be vaccinated. There are a lot of places where you won’t be able to go into a restaurant at all if you aren’t vaccinated, and that can make for a disappointing trip.

Patience and flexibility are things you absolutely have to have right now.

Every single island is requiring something different when you book your vacation.

If you don’t want to use an agent, then do the research yourself before you depart.

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Staffing is a problem all over the world. Some restaurants might not be open or they have an allnew waitstaff, so the level of service may be just a little bit slower.

You don’t really know when the rules can change.

(Flight cancellations, testing regulations or vaccine status to name a few). Travel agents can’t predict or control that, but working with a travel agent, you’ll have someone who is on your side who can help you navigate those changes.

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An extra level of preparation is required right now when traveling.

It’s very important to make sure that you ask your agent the right questions.

Are vaccinations required? Travel insurance? Is on-site testing available?

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I like to have two or three different types of masks: cotton, nylon and a disposable mask. If I change it up throughout the trip, it isn’t as cumbersome.

Bring a digital and a hard copy of everything — itinerary, travel documentation, COVID test results.

If you can’t get internet or something happens to your phone, you definitely want to be able to show proof of all your documentation.

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columnist, Fuquay-Varina Memes, might tell you, the town of Cary is a great destination for a charming weekend staycation.

Much like Holly Springs and FuquayVarina, progressive revitalization of Cary’s downtown has been ongoing for many years (and continues with a seven-acre park currently under construction), resulting in a flourishing district full of options for drinking, dining and fun. Enjoy a weekend away from it all, that’s just down the street.

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ALSO CONSIDER Airbnb rentals. As downtown Cary’s appeal grows, so do the short-term rental options. From a remodeled 1927 cottage to a modern glam townhouse, walkable downtown rental lodgings offer unique charm and room to spread out.

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Fred G. Bond Metro Park

Recreational options abound at Cary’s 310-acre park, just a 10-minute drive from downtown. Rent a boat from the Boathouse and paddle around Bond Lake, or hike one of the many trails. The two-mile Bond Park Lake Trail offers lake views along the shoreline and a mix of paved and natural trails.

From Bond Park you can also connect to several sections of Cary’s greenway, including White Oak Creek Greenway and Black Creek Greenway.

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Downtown Cary’s 45-room boutique hotel was recently refreshed and rebranded under the new ownership of local hospitality company Early Bird Night Owl. Updates to the property’s gathering spaces, guest rooms and restaurant emphasize comfort and familiarity with unique decor, vibrant colors and charming details, like the bar area’s custom wallpaper featuring native bird species.

The hotel’s restaurant, renamed Peck and Plume, features an updated menu that incorporates international influences, such as Indo chili shrimp with sambal, roasted cauliflower with harissa hummus, and grilled pork chop with tamarind and baked field peas.

The Mayton’s central location on Academy Street offers a picturesque setting and easy walkability to Cary’s downtown delights. themayton.com

Mural Scavenger Hunt

Cary boasts a handful of murals within its downtown district alone. From a historic tour in “Cary Then and Now” to the graphic X on the side of Crosstown Pub, try to spot them all on your strolls through the downtown streets. One of the newest murals, adorning the tunnel on the White Oak Creek Greenway, requires a farther trek, but is worth the effort. Artist Lisa Gaither partnered with the town of Cary to turn a stark wall into a vibrant representation of nature, completed in 2020.

“Not everybody goes to galleries or museums, so it’s just everyday life, just for people to enjoy art. I really love public art,” says Gaither.

CARY THEN AND NOW MURAL

CROSSTOWN PUB MURAL

Editor’s Note: Our friends at Cary Magazine published a detailed look at murals in Cary and Apex. Read more at carymagazine.com/features/wall-to-wall.

The Cary Theater

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At The Cary Theater you might not find the newest blockbuster movie release, but you will find screenings of notable classic and indie films that defined their genres peppered in with seasonal favorites. The theater also hosts Beyond: The Cary Film Festival annually, debuting dozens of independent short films paired with topical workshops. thecarytheater.com

ALSO CONSIDER: A hike through Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve, pictured left, or a luxurious treatment at The Umstead Spa.

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Esteamed Coffee

Start the day with coffee supporting a cause inside the renovated 1940s yellow cottage on Academy Street. Esteamed Coffee employs individuals with disabilities, creating meaningful job opportunities in an underemployed population and sense of community among its volunteers, employees and customers. Iced and hot coffee drinks and tasty pastries (including some gluten-free) jolt the day awake. esteamedcoffee.com

Di Fara Pizza Tavern

Di Fara Pizza Tavern has a long history in Brooklyn, New York, opening there in 1965 and receiving numerous accolades from celebrity chefs and news media.

Lucky for us, the owners wanted a change of pace and moved to Cary. Now, Di Fara Pizza Tavern dishes up pizza and calzones with toppings like soppressata, porcini mushrooms, pancetta and sun dried roasted peppers from its Chatham Street shop.

“We don’t cut any corners when it comes to ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes, Grana Padano cheese and snips of fresh basil. We only use the best items we can find,” says owner Gregory Norton.

The Nortons even utilize a New York Water-Maker machine to somehow reproduce the taste and molecular structure of the H2O found in New York City — a key component of their signature dough. difarapizzatavern.com

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Pro’s Epicurean Market & Cafe

Offering European-style fare, Pro’s Epicurean is a great place to graband-go cheese and charcuterie plates, quiche, salads and sandwiches, all with sophisticated flair. The market offers imported oil, vinegar, spices and carefully selected wine. Consider purchasing the makings for a gourmet picnic, then heading to the Page-Walker Arts and History Center for lunch in the surrounding gardens. prosepicurean.com Editor’s Note: The Page-Walker Arts and History Center (pictured page 31) is open for self-guided tours and includes the Cary Heritage Museum on the third floor.

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For a charming juxtaposition of a historic Southern setting and artful Asian cuisine, visit MC Modern Asian Cuisine on Academy Street, in the historic Jones House, a Queen Anne-style cottage circa 1896. Diners enjoy seating on the wraparound porch, front lawn or interior dining rooms. Chef and owner Michael Chuong, previously of Prestonwood Country Club and An Cuisines, prepares Asianinfluenced dishes with seasonal ingredients and plentiful fresh seafood.

For a truly memorable menu, indulge in the chef ’s-choice omakase experience, involving a multi-course meal with sushi, Wagyu steak and a nigiri sampler.

“I like to have various shapes and sizes as cavasses to plate the food,” Chuong says. “I also have a passion for cooking and love what I do, and I enjoy improving existing dishes and exploring new flavors every day.” mccuisines.com

ALSO CONSIDER: Hank’s Downtown Dive, which is not a grungy dive, but actually an elevated neighborhood bistro; Scratch Kitchen & Taproom, led by our friends at The Mason Jar Tavern; or Crosstown Pub & Grill, a family-run casual spot.

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ALSO CONSIDER Cotton House Craft Brewers in the historic Pasmore House and Pharmacy Bottle + Beverage.

“I’m a firm believer that really great bars are part of the fabric of the community,” says SideBar co-owner Matthew Bettinger. “Great bars don’t just mix drinks; they also mix people. We want to create a space where the company you keep is the company that’s there. We’re really into conversation and interaction, not only from staff to guest, but from guest to guest.”

SideBar’s menu boasts a combination of classic and inventive signature cocktails.

Consider the bestselling gin-based Bruléed Greyhound with fresh grapefruit and lime, caramelized sugar and salt. Or the cleverly named Last Call and Quick Decisions involves a melange of scotch, bourbon, Montenegro, Drambuie and coco bitters, all artfully proportioned and blended. sidebarnc.com

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A fixture of downtown Cary, Bond Brothers Beer Company welcomes all (including dogs and families) to their brewery, taproom and beer garden to enjoy a varied lineup of craft beers.

If you have kids in tow, print the coloring pages (available at bondbrothersbeer. com/coloring-pages) before your visit and don’t forget to grab a box of crayons.

Food trucks frequent the beer garden. Check the Bond Brothers online calendar to find out which local eatery will be stopping by. bondbrothersbeer.com

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Wine Down Weekend in Charlottesville Written by Amber Keister | Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

Rich in natural beauty, Charlottesville is nestled in the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The region’s spectacular scenery would be reason enough to make the drive, three and a half hours north of the Triangle.

But along with gorgeous mountain views, visitors will find world-renowned historic sites, hiking trails, orchards and farms, farm-to-table cuisine, and more than 40 wineries, ready to welcome you for a lazy weekend.

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Virginia is one of the country’s top wine-producing states, and the wine industry around Charlottesville has exploded in the last 20 years. Wines from Virginia grapes will often taste different from wines produced elsewhere, but exploring that variety is part of the fun and adventure.

A good place to start is the Monticello Wine Trail, consisting of 40 wineries, all within 25 miles of Charlottesville.

Stephen Barnard, presi-

dent of the marketing partnership, is also the winemaker at Keswick Vineyards.

“I would say we’re not in the wine industry; we’re in the hospitality business,” he said. “The winemakers are all committed to promoting the state, promoting the quality and the marketing of the state, yet we still have our own identities. We’re all unique.”

Virginia winemakers take advantage of the grapes that grow best in the region, and Barnard says even familiar varieties might taste a bit different from their California counterparts.

“The climate really gives you wines that are a bit more acidic, (rather) than ripe and opulent,” he said. “It’s because we don’t have the heat; we don’t have the dryness.”

Keswick is known for its Cabernet Sauvignon and its Cabernet Franc, a medium-bodied red wine. Worth trying as well is the vineyard’s Chardonnay, a brighter, lighter interpretation well suited to spring sipping.

The folks at Veritas Vineyard & Winery are all about the experience. Andrew and Patricia Hudson bought the scenic 55-acre property in the late ‘90s, and today, their distinctive wines are only part of the package.

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Veritas, describing the winery’s Cabernet Franc 2017 Reserve and the 2017 Petit Verdot. “Those two wines, they’re also very much of Virginia grapes. You don’t find those single varietals anywhere.”

About a dozen wines are available in the tasting room, along with cheese and charcuterie boards, salads, sandwiches, and flavorful flatbreads. If you’re hungry for something more, The Farmhouse at Veritas restaurant serves brunch and dinner, with wine pairings from the vineyard. Guests can also spend the night at the six-bedroom bed and breakfast or two-bedroom cottage located on the property.

laration of Independence and the third president of the U.S. The house and surroundings are beautiful, and it’s easy to see why Jefferson situated his house high on the mountain.

Monticello is furnished as it was in Jefferson’s retirement, when he lived there for 17 years before his death.

Inventions like the dumbwaiter and his polygraph, an early copy machine, are on display, along with his books and many souvenirs from his travels. Evidence of Jefferson’s inquisitive mind can also be seen in the gardens, where he experimented with ornamental and useful plants from around the world.

Since 2015, several exhibits have opened that describe life at Monticello more completely, beginning with the restoration of workshops and 20 dwellings used by enslaved indentured servants, both Black and white. In 2018, The Life of Sally

No trip to Charlottesville would be complete without a visit to monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson.

MONTICELLO No trip to Charlottesville would be complete without a visit to the home of Thomas Jefferson, author of the Dec-

Hemings opened, detailing the life of the enslaved woman who bore the founding father’s children.

Thousands of visitors tour Monticello each year to learn about Jefferson’s legacy and his complicated history. Most spend at least three hours exploring the expansive estate.

IX ART PARK & THE LOOKING GLASS Families with children (of all ages) shouldn’t miss The Looking Glass, an interactive art museum which opened in January 2020. More than a dozen artists collaborated to create a 3,000-square-foot enchanted forest. Last year, the museum doubled in size to 6,000 square feet.

Visitors enter through a curio shop lobby, filled with a jumble of trinkets and tchotchkes. A large door-sized mirror is tucked into one corner. “The idea is that it’s your classic portal fantasy — Narnia, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz — where continued on page 42

AT MONTICELLO, “THOMAS JEFFERSON” SHARES DETAILS ABOUT LIFE AS THE THIRD U.S. PRESIDENT AND AUTHOR OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. PART OF CHARLOTTESVILLE’S IX ART PARK, THE LOOKING GLASS. LEFT, IS AN INTERACTIVE ENCHANTED FOREST CREATED BY A TEAM OF A DOZEN ARTISTS.

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MONTICELLO, HOME OF THOMAS JEFFERSON, SHOWCASES HIS INVENTIONS, BOOKS AND POSSESSIONS, AS WELL AS EXHIBITS DESCRIBING THE LIFE OF THE ENSLAVED AND INDENTURED SERVANTS WHO LIVED THERE.

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you’re coming into a curio shop, and there’s this Looking Glass,” said Danielle Bricker, Marketing manager at IX Art Park.

It’s a family friendly, but not a kids-only

space. Some of the multimedia exhibits are low to the ground for children to discover; others are at adult height.

“We did not expect this to be an attraction that people became regulars in,” said Bricker. “It kind of felt like, ‘Once you’ve seen it, you’ve seen it.’

But especially with families, we get a lot of repeat visitors.”

The museum is located in the IX Art Park. The former site of the Frank Ix & Sons Textile Factory was transformed into an open-air event space and became a nonprofit in 2019. Its mission is “to make art in all its forms a daily reality for everyone.”

More than 250 events a year are held there, including free outdoor concerts, salsa dance lessons, a farmers market, theater performances and more. Even when noth-

ing formal is planned, visitors can grab a bucket of chalk or an art kit with paper, brushes and paints.

FOOD AND MORE Adjacent to the IX Art Park is Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery, serving up craft beer and “a locally sourced, beer-infused menu.” Stop in for elevated pub fare or seek out one of the many independent restaurants nearby. Whether it’s Turkish fare from Sultan Kebab, Mediterranean from Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar, or Southern staples from The Whiskey Jar, you won’t be disappointed.

“The quality of the food and the sheer number of restaurants that we have just make this a really incredible food destination,” said Brantley Ussery, marketing director for Albemarle County.

The food, culture, history and, yes, the wineries make Charlottesville, a city of 50,000 or so, a destination that, as Ussery puts it, “punches above its weight.” MB

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Corolla NORTH Tucked away on the northernmost slice of coastal North Carolina you’ll find the Currituck Outer Banks, a 24-mile salty strip of windswept remote beaches; and home to legendary wild horses, iconic historical sites, rich wildlife, fresh coastal cuisine and the finest family-friendly accommodations.

The Currituck Outer Banks and mainland truly has something for everyone.

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Where the road ends in Corolla, wild Spanish mustangs have roamed the shores for centuries.

Many visitors set out to explore these remote beaches by taking a guided four-wheel drive tour. Seeing these creatures in their natural habitat can be an unforgettable experience. Also, climb the 220-step Currituck Beach Lighthouse for an unbeatable 360-degree view of the area, and enjoy a tour of Whalehead, a 1920s-era mansion.

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The Currituck Outer Banks beaches are some of the most tranquil on the East Coast and provide the perfect backdrop to enjoy a good book, listen to the waves or simply close your eyes and breathe in the salty air. Spend a relaxing afternoon sampling award-winning wine and beer from our local wineries and breweries, shop for treasures at eclectic boutiques, enjoy mouth-watering North Carolina barbecue and freshly caught seafood from a local restaurant, or enjoy an awe-inspiring sunset over the Currituck Sound.

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Whether your vacation plans are for a week or a weekend, there are accommodations to meet your needs on the Currituck Outer Banks. Vacation rental homes offer amenities including swimming pools, hot tubs, inhome theaters, gourmet kitchens and pet-friendly options. Corolla also boasts an oceanfront hotel, a pair of inns and a luxurious bed and breakfast.

HIT THE ROAD

On your way to Corolla, or when it’s time to take a break from the beach, enjoy what mainland Currituck County

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has to offer. Explore the many unique shops and farm markets along US-158, as well as H2OBX Waterpark, a familyfriendly attraction featuring more than 30 exhilarating rides and slides.

For more information and to request a free Currituck Outer Banks visitor’s guide, call (877) 287-7488, or explore CorollaNC.com.

Find yourself here in Corolla, NC. With folks reserving 2022 accommodations earlier than ever, there’s never been a better time to line up a great place for your family’s spring or summer getaway in Corolla. It is nice to know that awe-inspiring remote beaches, legendary wild horses and iconic historical sites await you and yours in Corolla.

Call 877.287.7488 for information or for your free visitor’s guide

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bbq fest on the neuse KINSTON It’s early on the first Saturday morning in May and the breeze from downtown Kinston carries smoke, tangy vinegar, and a sweet hint of the mouthwatering sizzle of pork that has cooked low and slow over enormous grills all night.

Welcome to the BBQ Fest on the Neuse—“the largest whole hog cookoff in the world.”

More than 70 cook teams from across North

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Carolina gather each year on the banks of the Neuse River in Kinston to roast whole hogs through the night in preparation for judging the next morning. That sweet aroma that fills five blocks of downtown is the result of these cooks perfecting their sauces and making sure their pigs—splayed on giant grates of custom cookers—are perfectly tender, flavorful, and spiced just right.

Winners of the tastiest hog go home with bragging rights and a $500 prize.

For 40 years this popular festival has kicked off the springsummer season Down East with two days of cooking, live music and events, a car show, and shopping from vendors of all kinds including pottery, t-shirts, toys and more.

THE 2022 BBQ FEST ON THE NEUSE WILL FEATURE:

• Country music star Niko Moon and his band • Artist vendors from the smART Kinston project and beyond • Carolina Classic Car and Truck Show • Beer and wine garden featuring new brews from sponsor Mother Earth Brewing and other local breweries and wineries • Dance performances and opportunities to twinkle your toes with the Kinston Shag Club • Children’s events and games And, of course, • The “Chop Tent” where you can savor Eastern North Carolina pork in BBQ plates or sandwiches.

Come early, as plates are available from 11 a.m. Saturday until they sell out, and they always sell out.

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BOXYARD RTP Written by Amber Keister Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

Turning into Research Triangle Park, sleek concrete and glass office buildings sprawl along tree-lined roads, until something catches your eye.

Ahead on a slight rise is a squat collection of vibrantly hued metal boxes. The new Boxyard RTP development stands out — and not just for its unusual appearance.

Instead of conventional building materials, the development was constructed from 38 repurposed shipping containers.

Located at Highway 54 near T.W. Alexander Drive, Boxyard RTP is also the first restaurant and retail space inside the Park.

“We wanted to create a center of activity for RTP companies and our neighbors in the surrounding area to come together and enjoy local flavors, sounds and artwork,” says Morgan Weston, director of marketing and communications at the Research Triangle Foundation, which manages the Park.

The $7-million Boxyard RTP project was conceived as a way to bring more visitors into the Park and to make the workday brighter for the office workers who were already there. It is key to the foundation’s efforts to revitalize the aging office park and compete with more urban, walkable work environments.

“The idea of this whole redevelopment, the grand redevelopment of RTP, is to flip the script on the way people view the Park,” says Amanda Ronan, director of programs at the foundation. “It maybe didn’t have the greatest connotation for some people. It seemed a little closed off. So with guidance from our leadership, we really wanted to change that.”

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is a bit like an open-air food hall, where guests can explore all the options and drink and dine in the central courtyard. There’s also unique shopping and an escape room.

The common area hosts frequent musical performances and special events, such as Wonderbop (live music, DJing and spoken word) on the first Saturday of the month or LOJO — Log Off, Jam On (collaborative, open jam session) on Fridays from 5 to 8 P.M. And because the foundation aims to support retail and dining entrepreneurship, Boxyard RTP will also host a revolving set of pop-up vendors. Each business will spend three months in the single-container space and be awarded a $5,000 grant from RTF and NC Idea. The first tenant, clothing retailer Thirteen West, opened in August. Followed by SkyeLight candles and Pop Box Gallery to come.

AMENITIES FOR WORKERS Boxyard’s soft opening last June came at a challenging time, when many RTP companies were still working remotely and staffing challenges caused delayed openings for many of the Boxyard tenants. Still, several RTP businesses saw Boxyard as an incentive to invite employees back to the office. continued on page 52

BOXYARD RTP WAS SUSTAINABLY CONSTRUCTED FROM 38 REPURPOSED SHIPPING CONTAINERS. THE COMPLEX INCLUDES RESTAURANTS, BARS, UNIQUE SHOPS AND AN OPEN-AIR COURTYARD, PICTURED BELOW.

MUSICIANS FREQUENTLY PERFORM ON THE COMMONS STAGE. SENEGALESE MUSICIAN DIALI CISSOKHO, RIGHT, PLAYS A KORA, A WESTERN AFRICAN LONG-NECKED HARP LUTE.

FORK-TENDER BRISKET, SMOKED CHICKEN WINGS AND CREATIVE SIDES ARE AMONG THE LAWRENCE BARBECUE SPECIALTIES.

DRIVE TIME From Holly Springs:

25 minutes

From Fuquay-Varina:

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“One of our tenants, G1 Therapeutics, is offering perks for employees,” Ronan says. “If they come into the office, they’ll get a voucher to go get a cupcake at Buzzy Bakes. (G1) will have a tab open at Beyu Caffe, so their employees can go over and grab a coffee.”

TRELLIS BEAUTY ESTHETICIAN KATIE STANLEY AT THE BEAUTY STEAM BAR

BUT WHY SHIPPING CONTAINERS? “The idea of this campus really is repurposing something old into something new, and this kind of went along with that,” Ronan says.

The RTF team flew to Tulsa, Okla., where developer Casey Stowe had transformed shipping containers into an urban retail district.

“We were wowed by the concept,” Weston says. “There is nothing else like it in the Triangle area, and (we) liked the idea of utilizing containers so that small businesses could make a big impression in 320-square-foot spaces – thus our slogan, ‘Think Inside the Box.’” While the original Boxyard concept in Oklahoma is gritty and industrial, the North Carolina version stands out in the pastoral Park environment.

“We definitely saw that and kind of liked the juxtaposition,” Ronan says. “When designing this space, we really leaned into the fact that we are in the Research Triangle Park. We are surrounded by nature.”

Boxyard’s central open-air meeting space was designed with nature in mind and with the idea that it would be a place where office workers would be able to bring their laptops and work outside if the weather permits. One of the more successful recurring programs has been the Thursday lunch concerts, with local singer-songwriters.

“The whole branding and idea behind that event is for people to take their lunch hour and not work at their desk, not sit in isolation,” Ronan says.

CENTRAL PLACE TO MEET Along with the programming and events, the uniqueness of the location’s design was seen as an attraction, something that would entice people who don’t work in the Park to come take a look. It’s also a convenient place to meet between Durham and Cary, Weston says.

“Its central location among our outstanding research universities makes it the ideal spot to connect with colleagues and friends who might live in another corner of the Triangle,” she says.

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“You can meet your friend from Cary or someone who’s coming from Chapel Hill, right in the middle, and get a bite to eat, get a drink, bring your dog or your kids,” Ronan says.

Boxyard RTP is currently closed Sundays and Mondays.

Be sure to check boxyard.rtp.org for special event calendar and individual vendor hours. MB

BUZZY BAKES BAKESHOP OWNER CARRIE HAUB, RIGHT, AND MANAGER KATY ROBERTS

INSIDE THE BOX Shop, unwind and dine at Boxyard RTP Buzzy Bakes Cupcakes, pastries and locally churned ice cream

Medicine Mama’s Farmacy CBD products sourced sustainably from N.C. farmers

Beyu Caffe Delicious coffee and grab-and-go breakfast and lunch

RTP Uncorked A destination for wine enthusiasts to unwind and relax

Bulkogi Korean BBQ and fusion cuisine

SkyeLight Handmade candles and wax melts (Open through mid-February)

Carrburritos Mexican taqueria Fullsteam RTP A Durham original, brewing “plowto-pint” beers that highlight the flavors of N.C. farms CHEF JAKE WOOD, LAWRENCE BARBECUE

Game On Escapes & More Escape challenges and VR experiences Lagoon Bar Leisure tiki bar Lawrence Barbecue Brisket, ribs, oysters and more smoked on-site. Get it before the daily sell out!

Trellis Beauty Clean beauty shop with the country’s first Beauty Steam Bar Wonderpuff Artisanal and organic cotton candy

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Be Like Missy Handmade jewelry and luxe leather goods (Arriving soon) Pop Box Gallery Rotating exhibitions featuring visual art by local and regional contemporary artists (Arriving mid-2022)

Meat & Graze Gourmet cheese & charcuterie BULKOGI KOREAN BBQ TACOS

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Restaurant Spotlight:

OSTERIA G Written by David McCreary Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

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A recent afternoon visit to Italian-centric bistro Osteria G was punctuated by frequent phone rings. One patron after another called to make a dinner reservation for that night or the following evening.

“I’m convinced we have the best clientele in the state,” says convivial proprietor Joe Reinis, a Long Island, New York, native who runs the casual fine-dining restaurant along with his wife, Ashley Startek. “We’re a regulars-driven restaurant built on word of mouth.”

It’s easy to see why so many folks enjoy dining at Osteria G, which is situated in a small strip shopping center straddling the border of Apex and Holly Springs. For starters, the seasonal menu features locally sourced ingredients, and inventive weekly specials draw a crowd.

EXECUTIVE CHEF MANNY LOZANO PREPARES LAYERED, SEASONAL DISHES LIKE PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH POTATO AND HERB PARCEL AND MEATBALL WELLINGTON, PICTURED LEFT.

“We have a minimum of five food specials daily, and they are always rotating,” Reinis says, adding that the eatery sources essentials from Raleigh-based Ford’s Produce and Charlotte-based Inland Seafood, among other purveyors.

Executive Chef Manny Lozano, who received his culinary training in France and has worked at high-end restaurants in New York City, finesses pasta, seafood and beef dishes with creativity and skill.

“He’s truly special, and all of his dishes are layered and wellcomposed,” says Reinis, Evidence of Lozano’s prowess is witnessed in practically everything that emerges from the kitchen. Consider the popular

starter called Chowder Baked Oysters involving mollusks sourced from Prince Edward Island stuffed with a light cream sauce, diced bacon and an oyster cracker crust.

Signature appetizer Meatball Wellington features puff pastry filled with a house mixture of veal, beef and pork and topped with a Madeira mushroom sauce.

When it comes to entrees, order the Black Garlic Shrimp (owner Joe’s favorite dish), which comprises aged garlic that is slow-roasted for 27 days and tossed in a basil pesto sauce served with spaghetti and shrimp. continued on page 56

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THE CASUAL FINE DINING ATMOSPHERE AT OSTERIA G ENTICES MANY REGULAR AND DATE-NIGHT CUSTOMERS.

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A deconstructed chicken pot pie shows off more of the chef ’s gastronomic wizardry.

“He wraps white meat around dark meat with sous vide chicken and waffles made of puff pastry, and then there’s a fantastic demi-glace,” says Reinis.

Be sure to try the house-made butters – especially the honey and sea salt variety – with Italian bread.

PORT TONGING: On WednesA way to cleanly days, Osteria G open bottles of offers a special vintage port and wine with redfour-course menu hot iron tongs, for $32 a person ice water and hot wax, avoiding (see sample menu any breakage or on page 46). chipping that might occur with the use “This allows of a corkscrew on chef to be even an old cork. more creative and innovative, and it’s something unique that no one else (around here) is really doing,” says Reinis. “Since our menu is seasonal, sometimes even changing twice 56 February/MARCH 2022

each season, we like to serve the freshest items possible.”

Don’t miss dessert. The classic, airy tiramisu is always on point. But you’ll fall in love with the chocolate Napoleon featuring mousse-filled French puff pastry crowned with hazelnut pralines.

Osteria G offers a full bar stocked with white and red wines from California and Italy. A rotating selection of locally brewed beers are available on draft.

With more than 30 varieties of whiskey on hand, notable craft cocktails include a Smoked Old Fashioned and an espressospiked martini.

A certified sommelier, Reinis capably guides guests in pairing wine with the cuisine. Half-priced bottles of vino are offered every Tuesday.

“We are port tonging nicer bottles of wine,” says Reinis. “We also host a chef and sommelier dinner, usually the last Thursday of each month. Chef prepares dishes from a particular geographic

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In the restaurant business, it’s known that there’s the ‘front of the house’ and the ‘back of the house.’

We consider it one house because we’re one family, and that’s a beautiful thing.

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region, and I incorporate it with wine.

It’s always well received.”

Service at the restaurant is friendly and efficient. Reinis says the staff ’s dedication to helping each other and serving others is commendable, and he is committed to ensuring that guests feel like they are coming to his home for dinner.

“In the restaurant business, it’s known that there’s the ‘front of the house’ and the ‘back of the house,’” he explains. “We consider it one house because we’re one family, and that’s a beautiful thing.”

Closed on Sunday and Monday, Osteria G is open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. Reservations are strongly encouraged and are accepted online and by phone.

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Wednesday Special: FOUR-COURSE PRIX FIXE SAMPLE MENU COURSE ONE Prosciutto, asparagus & arugula salad Shrimp cocktail COURSE TWO Charcuterie plate Cheese plate COURSE THREE Chianti-braised chicken with bacon and mushrooms over egg noodles Rolled eggplant over spaghetti Diced steak with sauteed mushrooms over cavatelli COURSE FOUR Chocolate chip cannoli Tiramisu CHOCOLATE NAPOLEON ABOVE: BUCATINI CARBONARA IS TOPPED WITH A POACHED EGG

OSTERIA G 5160 SUNSET LAKE ROAD, SUITE 101, APEX (984) 229-7480 OSTERIAG.COM

BEERS ON TAP The best selection of German and craft beer in the area!

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Chicken & Waffles Mac & Cheese Collard Greens

Pork Chops Fried Wings Sweet Tea Cornbread

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Monifa’s Southern Food 841 Perry Rd, Apex NC 919.372.5072

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Dine Unsure where to eat today? Look no further than this selection of local eateries & cafes.

FUQUAY-VARINA Abbey Road Tavern and Grill “Signature Beatle burgers and live entertainment.”

711 N. Main St.; Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-7731; abbeyroadnc.com Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com Aviator Pizzeria & BeerShop “Brick oven pizza & craft beer.”

601 E. Broad St., Fuquay Varina (919) 346-8206; aviatorbrew.com Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.”

525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com Assaggio’s Pizzeria Ristorante “Top quality ingredients go into every dish.”

941 East Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-9505; assaggios-fuquay.com Bluegrass Bagels “Quality food, fast.”

100 Dickens Rd, Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-4980; bluegrassbagels.com

Brus on Main “Quaint cafe serving New York coffee, bakery treats and breakfast.”

135 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina (607) 745-2512; @brusonmain Cleveland Draft House “Great food, great service, at a great price.”

1420 East Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina (919) 659-5500; clevelanddrafthouse.com The Corner Biergarten “Bar & bottle shop.”

1625 N. Main St., Suite 133, Fuquay-Varina (919) 246-6649; tcbiergarten.com Cultivate Coffee Roasters “Modern industrial twist on a small town coffee shop.”

128 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay Varina (919) 285-4067; www.cultivate.coffee Daddy D’s BBQ “Slow cooked with love.”

1526 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-6464; daddydsbbqnc.com Drive Bru “Drive thru coffee shop with N.Y. coffee & Carolina charm.”

1013 E Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (607) 745-2512; @drivebru

Eggs Up Grill “Breakfast favorites served all day.”

1436 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-4463; eggsupgrill.com El Dorado “Enjoy the most delicious Mexican food amongst family.”

112 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-0287; eldoradomexicanrestaurant.com Garibaldi Trattoria Pizza & Pasta “Authentic Italian cuisine and quality service.”

900 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-8868; garibalditrattoria.com The Healthy Spot “Meal replacement smoothies and energizing teas.”

961 East Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-5373; @healthyspotfuquay J&S New York Pizza “Family-owned and operated Italian restaurant.”

500 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-6921; jandsnypizza.com Johnny’s Pizza “An amazing array of different NY-style pizzas.”

722 N Judd Parkway N, Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-6322; johnnyspizzacary.com Joyce & Family Restaurant “Home cooked Southern favorites.”

129 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 567-1717; @joyceandfamily

MAC & CHEESE BURGER AT TOWN HALL BURGER & BEER.

Juicehaus “Made-to-order fresh, raw juice.”

509 North Broad St, Fuquay Varina (919) 396-5588; juicehaus.org

Little Portugal NC “Market and eatery celebrating traditional Portuguese dishes.”

736 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina (919) 586-7144; littleportugalnc.com

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Laurel Wine Bar at Cellar 55 “Mediterranean-inspired small plates with wine pairings.”

1351 East Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 446-1156; cellar55.com

Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.”

401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.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 The Mill “Coffee. Beer. Wine. Community.”

146 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-2123; themillfuquay.com Nil’s Cafe Mediterranean Cuisine “Family-oriented Mediterranean cafe.”

513 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina (919) 567-0887; nilscafe-weebly.com Pints Ice Cream & Beer “Homemade ice cream and craft beers.”

512 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina @pintsicecream Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.”

127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com Triple Barrel Tavern “Restaurant, sports bar & billiards.”

2221 N Grassland Drive, Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-0940; @triplebarreltavernfuquayvarina

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Dine Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Family-friendly neighborhood pub.”

1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-0962; winginitbarandgrille.com Zeera Indian Restaurant “Authentic goodness in traditional Indian food.”

1311 E Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-6215; zeeranc.com Zaxby’s “Indescribably good.”

1341 N Main St, Fuquay Varina (919) 552-3981; zaxbys.com

HOLLY SPRINGS Acme Pizza Co. “Chicago-style deep dish pizza.”

204 Village Walk Dr, Holly Springs (919) 552-8800; acmepizzaco.com

Ashley’s Harvest Moon Bakery – Cafe “Breakfast and lunch cafe with scratch-made bakery and locally roasted coffee.”

128 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs (919) 586-7005; harvestmoonbakerycafe.com Aye! Toro “Crafted with love using traditional Mexican recipes passed down through generations.”

303 Mathews Dr, Holly Springs (919) 367-6233; ayetoronc.com Bass Lake Draft House “34 beers on tap.”

124 Bass Lake Rd, Holly Springs (919) 567-3251; basslakedrafthouse.com Bestow Baked Goods “Life is too short for grocery store desserts.”

4208 Lassiter Road, Holly Springs (919) 473-9225; bestowbakedgoods.com Blaze Pizza “Fast fire’d, perfectly crisp perfection.”

316 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 261-5950; blazepizza.com The Blind Pelican “Creative seafood and boat drinks.”

120 Bass Lake Road; Holly Springs (984) 225-2471; blindpelicanseafood.com

Let’s Get Spicy!

Vicious Fishes Tap & Kitchen “Eclectic twists on comfortable bar food.”

132 South Fuquay Ave., Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-7876; viciousfishes.com/fuquay-nc

BUFFALO OYSTERS AT VICIOUS FISHES TAP & KITCHEN IN FUQUAY-VARINA

FUQUAY-VARINA 1341 N. MAIN ST.

FB: @ZaxbysFuquayVarina IG/Twitter: @zaxbysfuquaync

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The Butcher’s Market “Premium meats and specialty grocery.”

4200 Lassiter Rd, Holly Springs (919) 267-919); thebutchersmarkets.com Cristo’s Bistro “Hand tossed NY style pizza.”

5217 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs (919) 363-8852, cristosbistro.com Eggs Up Grill “Breakfast favorites served all day.”

4216 Lassiter Road, Holly Springs (919) 495-4530; eggsupgrill.com Fera’wyn’s Chocolate Cafe “Forget love, I’d rather fall in chocolate.”

652 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (415) 758-3296; ferawyns.com Fiesta Mexicana “Authentic. Hot. Fresh.”

428 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 346-1330; fiestamexicananc-hollysprings.com First Watch “Traditional and innovative creations for breakfast, brunch and lunch.”

304 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 808-4603; firstwatch.com

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Dine Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers “Great food without a long wait.”

221 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 557-3475; freddysusa.com Greek Basma “Greek food that is fresh, healthy and delicious.”

7272 GB Alford Hwy, Holly Springs ((919) 285-080; greekbasma.com Hickory Tavern “Something for every appetite.”

401 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 557-2064; thehickorytavern.com Homegrown Pizza “Pizza, calzones and sandwiches.”

4928 Linksland Drive, ​Holly Springs (​919) 577-5575; homegrownpizza.com JT’s Creamery “Hand-crafted ice cream.”

300 S Main Street, Suite 112, Holly Springs (984) 268-6321; jtscreamery.com

From our family to yours.

Kobe HIbachi and Sushi 515 North Main Street, Holly Springs (919) 557-1437; kobehollyspringsnc.com Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.”

304 N. Main St., Holly Springs (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com Mamma Mia Italian Bistro “Pasta runs in our family.”

300 S Main Street, Suite 200, Holly Springs (919) 766-8000; mammamianc.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 MediTerra Grill “Delicious ingredients. Old world recipes.”

108 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 762-7851; mediterranc.com Mi Cancun Mexican Restaurant 324 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 552-9979; micancunmx.com Michelangelos Pizza “Pizza buffet for lunch and dinner.”

7280 GB Alford HWY, Holly Springs (919) 557-4992; michelangelospizza.com My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.”

301 W. Center St., Holly Springs (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com Niche Wine Lounge “Tranquility by the glass.”

109 Main St., Holly Springs (919) 552-2300; nichewinelounge.com The Nutrition Fix “Healthy fast food alternatives.”

424 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 341-5554; @thenutritionfixnc The Original N.Y. Pizza “Bringing a taste of New York to North Carolina.”

634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (919) 567-0505; theoriginalnypizza.com Osha Thai Kitchen & Sushi “Authentic Thai cuisine: well-balanced dishes bursting with flavor.”

242 S Main Street, Holly Springs (984) 538-6742; oshathaikitchennc.com

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Pimiento Tea Room “Not your mama’s tea room.”

200 North Main Street, Holly Springs (984) 225-4213, pimientotearoom.com Rise Southern Biscuits & Chicken “The best dang biscuits.”

169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Sir Walter Coffee + Kitchen “Creative cafe by day. Full restaurant at night.”

242 S Main St. Suite 118, Holly Springs (919) 390-2150; sirwaltercoffeekitchen.com Skrimp Shack “Casual seafood cuisine.”

7244 Alford Hwy, Holly Springs (919) 335-3924; theskrimpshack.com Sweetberry Bowls “Beautiful and delicious bowls, wraps and salads.”

150 West Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs (984) 225-2656; sweetberrybowls.com Sweet Southern SnoBalls “Shaved ice and Hershey’s Ice Cream.”

527 N. Main St., Holly Springs (919) 291-3355; @sweetsouthsnoballs Thai Thai Cuisine “Home cooked Thai food.”

108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs (919) 303-5700; thaithaicuisinenc.com Thanks A Latte “Coffee and gift boutique.”

1118 Kentworth Drive, Holly Springs (919) 577-0070; thanksalattegiftsnc.com

Dine CARY 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 Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar “Good old-fashioned burgers and bottled soda.”

126 Kilmayne Drive, Cary (919) 466-0055; corbettsburgers.com

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FUQUAY-VARINA MEMES (also known as FVM) is a freelance writer, meme guru and an anonymous resident of Fuquay-Varina.

She is the creator and manager of the FuquayVarina Memes Facebook page and has a talent for making people laugh and always taking the joke too far. Check out her blog at fvmwrites.com. fuquaymemes thefvmemes

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Better weather is on the horizon, and you know what that means — day trips, weekend trips and drinking outside (just kidding, we do that all year).

Soon it will be time to knock off the year-old sand that’s been stuck to the bottom of your beach chairs, grab that free tote you got for spending too much money in DSW and look for greener pasIT’S A BOUGIE PARADISE tures (a COOK OUT in a difAT THE WILMINGTON RIVERWALK — DRINKING, ferent town).

DINING AND PEOPLE WATCHING. If you’re into beer and the occasional drum circle, dust off your Subaru Outback and head west. If you’re your swimsuit doesn’t cut the mustard. BONUS: ready to hide booze in a tumbler and watch your There are all-you-can-eat restaurants galore, children get swept to sea, the eastern shores are adorned with gigantic crab doors. The class! The calling your name. (Doesn’t N.C. just have it all?) sophistication! THE ELEGANCE. My point is, it’s time to travel again, and I’ve got a list of Fuquay-friendly places to visit that ASHEVILLE/BOONE are guaranteed to have a Bojangles along the way.

Yes, I’ve grouped these together, but I think you know why. If you feel like heading up to one THE REDNECK RIVIERA of these two towns, you need to really look the (MYRTLE BEACH) part. We’re talking Carhartt beanies, bumper Did you seriously think I’d start with any- stickers that will outlive your car, hiking boots thing else? Both of the Carolinas have to share at-the-ready and a kayak strapped precariously this prime piece of redneck real estate, so we bet- to the roof of your car. Will you actually kayak? ter make the best of it. For residents of Holly No, you’ll drink beer and eat your weight in food.

Springs, they’ve got Broadway at the Beach, Rip- Good for you. ley’s Aquarium, the Skywheel, Barefoot Landing If you head to Boone, you’ll take pictures of and Myrtle Beach State Park. your kid freaking out on Grandfather Mountain Don’t worry, Fuquay residents — they also and shop downtown until you have an incense have the Hollywood Wax Museum, biker bars, headache (bring Excedrin). a campground with a lazy river and fun, slightly If you find yourself in Asheville, you’ll do frightening nights at Family Kingdom. a pub crawl and end up drunk in the middle of Myrtle Beach is equipped with a Wings a drum circle. Or drunk in the middle of Biltand Eagles on every corner, in case you decide more, if you’re from Holly Springs. You may or

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Walk around Old Salem and teach your kids about history and learn to make bread and stuff.

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may not come back with a bear tattoo.

Be careful out there.

WINSTON-SALEM This is the town we all go to when we’re feeling lazy. It’s far, but not too far, and it has an old village straight out of an M. Night Shyamalan movie. Moravians and their cookies exist there, so it seems pretty exotic. Walk around Old Salem and teach your kids about history and learn to make bread and stuff.

If you like old houses and pretty gardens, the Reynolda House Museum of American Art is a great place to channel your inner socialite.

PRO TIP: Visit Penny Path Café & Crepe Shop in Reynolda Village and thank me later.

WILMINGTON It takes just over two hours to drive to Wilmington, making it the perfect day trip if you want to see some brackish water.

Craving something sweet on your way down? Take the exit to Rose Hill to visit Duplin Winery and grab some bottles togo (use their bathroom while you’re there; it’s the only clean one for the next 40 miles).

Once in Wilmington, head downtown to stare at the Cape Fear River until you spontaneously decide to hit up a beach — Carolina Beach for Fuquay, Wrightsville for Holly Springs. You’re welcome. Happy Travels! MB

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Seen

Heard KnB’S Marketplace JONATHAN FREDIN

won the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Christmas Storefront decorating contest.

KnB’s window displays change seasonally, with the help and creativity of the many vendors inside.

Owner Kim Draper, left, says, “We represent all things vintage with 40 different vendors. Our beautiful windows change with the seasons and all things are for sale. Thank everyone for our votes.”

KnB’s Marketplace celebrates 15 years in business on Raleigh Street in July.

The field at Ting Stadium

will be named Dick Sears Field in honor of retired Holly Springs Mayor Dick Sears, who served the town in office for 20 years. Ting Stadium, sponsored by Ting Internet, is home to the Holly Springs Salamanders collegiate summer baseball team. It also is used for Wake Futbol Club soccer and Town leagues and other events.

Sears also received the Old North State Award presented by Governor Cooper, recognizing “dedication and service beyond expectation and excellence to the Great State of North Carolina.”

JAMES PATRICK FLANAGAN is the new director of community experience for Tri Pointe Homes Raleigh. Flanagan oversees the recruitment, training and development of the sales, marketing, design, and closing services departments. Flanagan has over 16 years of experience in the real estate market and has called Raleigh home for the past 19 years.

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The town of Holly Springs

earned a Bronze designation from the solar power organization SolSmart for its efforts to aid homes and businesses with implementing solar power.

In pursuit of the designation, the town created a solar webpage and a solar permitting checklist, reviewed town ordinances and regulations, and obtained specialized training for staff.

The SolSmart program is funded through the U.S. Department of Energy.

It provides assistance aimed at helping towns enhance opportunities for solar energy generation. Holly Springs joins more than 400 communities nationwide in the program.

held its first in-person commencement in over a year and a half in November. Among the more than 1,000 graduates in attendance was Karen Kochies from Fuquay-Varina, who received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education.

Since WGU’s last virtual commencement ceremony in August, more than 11,000 students have completed their degree programs nationwide. More than 5,600 WGU alumni live in North Carolina.

Designed for working adults, WGU offers an asynchronous, competency-based model that allows students to log in and access coursework at a time convenient for them, and to accelerate at their own pace.

Seen

Heard

JONATHAN FREDIN

Dawn Russell, Downtown Development Manager, received certification as a Historic Real Estate Development Finance Professional from the National Development Council. This training provides professionals working in the field of historic preservation and economic, housing and community development with essential skills and knowledge in historic real estate development finance, including problem solving and deal structuring.

The Yield life science campus, developed by Crescent Communities, has entered phase one of construction in Holly Springs. The plans include a 200acre campus with 13 buildings, developed in two phases with more than 1 million square feet of lab, office and manufacturing space.

“We are experiencing a high volume of requests from more life science companies who would like to locate within Holly Springs,” says Irena Krstanovic, Holly Springs Economic Development Director. “Crescent Communities understands the specific manufacturing needs that these life science companies are looking for, and the Yield campus will create the perfect environment to grow this industry in Holly Springs.”

A day of service

Fuquay Spice & Tea

, owned

by Fuquay-area native Rachel Sauls (middle), is open on Broad Street in the downtown Varina district, selling spices, loose leaf teas, oils, vinegars and local goods.

THE HOLLY SPRINGS POLICE– COMMUNITY ADVISORY GROUP held its first meeting in January. The group will serve as liaisons between the Police Department and residents of Holly Springs, encouraging discourse regarding neighborhood concerns, local and regional crime trends, and police training and standards.

was held in Holly Springs in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. in January. Volunteers assembled care packages and thank-you cards for healthcare workers and assisted with installation of three horseshoe pits and a Gaga ball pit at Womble Park, hosted by Holly springs Parks & Recreation.

Pura Vida Studio

celebrated its three-year anniversary with an aerial dance show at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center in January. Founded

by Alicia Jurado, Pura Vida is located in Cary and offers aerial yoga, yoga and physical and mental wellness programs.

The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association presented its annual awards in December at the town board meeting. Congratulations to the honorees — Downtown Property Improvement Award: McGahey Design and Red Line Engineering Downtown Business of the Year: Vicious Fishes Taproom and Kitchen Community Impact Award: Scott Quilty Volunteer of the Year Award: Jebb Graff New Century Award: Ann Marie Amico

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