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MARCH/APRIL 2021

REFRESH, REDEFINE, REUSE

HOME DESIGN TRENDS

ART WITH PURPOSE DREAMY OUTDOOR WEDDINGS

+ HOME AND GARDEN W A K E ’ S T O P R E A LT O R S

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oming home after a busy day offers the promise of refuge from the outside world. But these days, coming home after a long day of work or school simply means exiting one room and entering another. Stay-athome guidelines have created the need for redefining how our homes’ spaces function and flow. Our 2021 home and garden issue focuses on this movement.

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EDI TO R’S LETTER

Maybe you converted a formal living room into an office, then added sliding doors to metaphorically shut out your work world at 5 p.m. Cheerful colors may cover your walls or pop out in fresh flowers on your kitchen table to represent hope for better times ahead. In “Refresh, Redefine and Reuse” on page 24, we’ll walk you through industry professionals’ observations on how local homeowners are changing the spaces they live in to meet the dual work-refuge role their homes now play. When it isn’t possible to renovate an existing space—or recapture what that space was originally intended for—consider an accessory dwelling unit. Read “Tiny Triangle Revolution” on page 40 to discover how ADUs can be used to create offices, in-law suites, gyms and other purposeful spaces on your property. Local artists and gallery owners share their thoughts about why many homeowners are adding “Art With Purpose” to their interiors on page 34. Read expert tips for how to choose pieces that express meaning—and increase the interest of your Zoom background! Local landscape designers are busy creating splendid exterior spaces that offer security and serenity in what many view to be an uncertain world. From cozy porches to exotic poolscapes, “Lavish Landscapes” on page 48 explores how designers are upgrading outdoor living spaces for local homeowners. Speaking of landscape upgrades, quite a few weddings are taking place in beautiful outdoor settings these days. Read “Dream Day Transformations” on page 52 to find out how three Western Wake couples made their wedding day happen, despite the challenges COVID-related mandates and restrictions presented.

If you’re an ACC football or basketball fan, you may have listened to the voice belonging to our March/April Candid Conversation star for years. Meet Wes Durham, son of famed broadcaster Woody Durham, on page 56. Wes, who grew up in Cary and graduated from Apex High School, spent two decades as the voice of Georgia Tech athletics. He’s now in his eighth year of TV play-by-play for football and basketball for the ACC Network, and is co-host of “Packer and Durham,” a weekday radio collaboration between the ACC Network and ESPN. And if you’re looking for a new day trip destination, turn to page 58 to explore Jugtown—a 12-acre pottery paradise 8 miles south of Seagrove in Moore County, where one family has loyally preserved clay craftsmanship for more than 100 years. Looking back at how something started enhances our appreciation for what it has become. Someday, our children and grandchildren will look back at the challenges we faced while staying at home with our loved ones during this unprecedented time with an appreciation for the memories we created. Here’s hoping our March/April issue inspires you to make your home everything it can—and should—be as you spend these precious moments together.

Beth Shugg, Editor

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PUBLI S H ER Ronny Stephens EDI TOR Beth Shugg C R EATI V E DI R ECTOR Linda J. Van de Zande A DV ERTI S I N G DESIGN Cindy Huntley CO PY EDI TOR Cindy Huntley SOCIAL MEDIA/ COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Brittany Murdock S EN I OR ACCO UN T EX EC UT IVE S Meredith Mills Charis Painter ACCO UN T EX EC UT IVE Aubrey Finley DI STR I BUTI ON Joe Lizana, Manager distributech.net CON TR I BUTI N G WR I TER S Kurt Dusterberg, Spencer Griffith, Mandy Howard, Katie Jansen, Janice Lewine, Beth Peterson, Charlotte Russell, Mick Schulte, Anita Stone, Melissa Wistehuff CO N TR I BUTI N G PH OTOG R A PH ERS Bruce DeBoer, MASH Photography, Brian Mullins, Mick Schulte

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CONTENTS M A R C H / A P R I L

Brian Mullins

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R E FR E S H , R E D E FI NE , R E U S E

2021 design trends make the

most of time at home

Live View Studios

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AR T W I T H PU R PO S E

Insiders share tips for choosing art

that creates connections

T I NY T R I ANG L E R E V O L U T I O N

Triangle residents place big bets on

accessory dwelling units

L AV I S H L AND S C APE S

Outdoor space upgrades yield

year-round comfort

D R E AM D AY T R ANS FO R M AT I O NS

Local couples host intimate weddings

in exquisite outdoor settings

ON TH E C OVE R: Photo of home belonging to Cary residents Brian Holland and Dianna Wynn by Brian Mullins Photography

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CONTENTS M A R C H / A P R I L

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D E P A R T M E N T S 56

CANDI D CONVE RSAT I ON

ACC sports voice Wes Durham reflects on his local roots and storied career

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58 TRAVE L A pottery paradise awaits 8 miles south of Seagrove

ESPN

Perry’s Berry’s Vineyard & Winery

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15 O N T H E S C E N E Social Scene ǀ Home Styler ǀ Sister Cities 60

OUT & ABOUT

KALEIDOSCOPE LIVING

Dine & Draft ǀ Events ǀ Sightings ǀ New Around Town

Roger Day

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S P O N S O R E D C O N T E N T 22 B O V E N I Z E R & B A K E R O R T H O D O N T I C S 32 42 45

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HOME STYLER

SISTER CITIES

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SOCIAL SCENE

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SOCIAL SCENE

LET’S CONNECT! TEXT AND PHOTOS BY BRITTANY MURDOCK

As you stroll through downtown Cary, stop in for a hot beverage from Esteamed Coffee. The nonprofit coffee shop and cafe opened at 114 S. Academy Street in December 2020. Its mission is to create meaningful employment for people with intellectual, developmental and visual differing abilities. Learn more at esteamedcoffee.com.

After a visit to Esteamed Coffee, make your way next door to Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe for something sweet. The chocolate croissants, lemon bars and chocolate chip cookies are some of the most popular items on the menu. Browse their other delectable treats at bluemoonbakery.com.

The North Carolina Museum of Art is home to the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park, where you can connect with nature and art as you make your way through wooded trails and art installations. Get an online glimpse of the park at ncartmuseum.org/visit/the_park.

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HOME STYLER

Put Your Style

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BRITTANY MURDOCK UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

You’ve designed your dream living room space and now it’s time to accessorize your coffee table with decor that speaks to your personal style. Allow this important table to become the center of attention with decorative trays, eye-catching vases, modern coasters and polished metals. Incorporate florals and pops of color to keep things lively and fresh. Dressing up your coffee table is a fun way to put your creativity and style on display!

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SISTER CITIES

WINERIES, BREWERIES AND CIDERIES, OH MY! GOOSE AND THE

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MORGANTON: ECLECTIC AND SPIRITED

LEXINGTON: A LESSON IN BEER AND BBQ

Lake James—Morganton has reinvented itself as a haven for

than a second—you likely know what the town of Lexington is

With its proximity to two state parks—South Mountains and

adventurers looking to quench their thirst after a day out on the

water or trails. Check out Silver Fork Vineyard & Winery, offering traditional and local varieties; the seasonal-influenced Fonta

Flora Brewery, which will add a farm to its Morganton location in

the near future; or Catawba Brewing Co., which brews everything from a breakfast stout to its famed “Zombie” ales. If you prefer

something a little sweeter, try Apple Hill Orchard and Cider Mill or Perry’s Berry’s Vineyard & Winery (but be sure to check the businesses’ websites as seasonal hours may apply). If you’re

short on time or want to try a little of everything, stop by Brown Mountain Bottleworks, which stocks craft beer from all over

the state and rotates a different brewery on tap each week. No

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for lunch a time or two—we’re not judging.) While barbecue still

has its spot as the star of the show, the town has also attracted an assortment of wineries, craft breweries and cideries. Goose and the Monkey Brew House, located in the Historic Depot district,

specializes in small-batch brews, and just across the street you’ll find Bull City Ciderworks (which also has a Durham location),

offering flavors ranging from fruity to spicy. Childress Vineyards crafts traditional varieties in addition to blends made from the

South’s favorite grape: the muscadine. And Native Vines Winery, the country’s first American Indian–owned winery, also calls Lexington home. If you go, be sure to try the Green Tea or Sweet Blackberry wines.

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INSIDER TIPS FOR USING ART TO CREATE MEMORIES, EXPERIENCES, CONVERSATIONS AND CONNECTIONS BY CHARLOTTE RUSSELL

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Elevating your home with collectionworthy art can be a daunting task—for new and seasoned collectors alike. But the right advice and approach can make all the difference. Local art dealers, collectors, artists, photographers and interior designers are experienced in these worldly endeavors and share insider tips on how you can beautify your home with meaningful art.

Brian Holland and Dianna Wynn, clients of Adam Cave Gallery, collect what they love from North Carolina and around the world

BUY WHAT

YOU LOVE.

Martha Schneider, owner of La Maison, a home furnishing boutique in North Hills, says the key to collecting art is buying what you love. “That is what La Maison is for me. I buy what I love. I hope people fall in love with it, too,” she says. Schneider is always on the search for new artists to showcase at La Maison. Artworks by Martin Sumers and Peter Keil grace the walls of La Maison and her 100-year-old hundred home, which she has transformed with colorful, fun and contemporary art.

SELECT PIECES

WITH MEANING.

While Raleigh artist Caroline Boykin is primarily known for her process-driven mixed media artwork, she and her husband are also avid art collectors. “We love to collect art. When we travel, we peruse the local art scene to see if something catches our eye,” she says. “Art is more than just the beautiful color, lines, texture, memory and feel to it; we like to surround our home with pieces that have meaning to us. While we have been stuck in our home, it has been nice to have beautiful art on the walls to think of happy times.”

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CHOOSE ART THAT HELPS YOU ESCAPE.

“There is a gravitation towards beauty and escape—and we have found that our collectors definitely are home and searching for art,” says Rory Parnell, owner of The Mahler Fine Art, a gallery in downtown Raleigh that she runs with her sister, Shawn Brewster, the gallery’s associate director and curator. “The gallery is closed, but we are busier than ever.” She adds that “art is very important in terms of mental health and beautifying the environment” and, referring to her own collection, she says all of the pieces in her home are personal. “They remind me of when I met the artist, or when I had a show for the artist,” she says. “Art in your home adds so much. It adds another dimension.”

REFRAME OR REARRANGE

EXISTING ART TO FRESHEN

THINGS UP.

Spending more time at home during the pandemic has provided many collectors an opportunity to improve or reinvent what they already have. “I have taken a long look at my collection,” says Sharon Tharrington, owner of ArtSource Fine Art in Raleigh. “For me, the biggest change is reframing the piece.” Also, she says, “switching everything around gives everything a new, fresh look. We are all having a lot of time at home—it is a creative outlet for us. Once I did that, I looked at how the art related but the framing did not necessarily work well together. Framing gives it the next upgrade.” Adam Cave, owner of Adam Cave Fine Art in Raleigh and the Adam Cave Collection, has long heralded the importance of an artful remix for his clients. “Redecorating and moving art around leads to more space for art,” he says. MARCH/APRIL 2021

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Acquiring art is more than collecting pieces—it’s assembling memories, experiences, conversations and connections. Art

insiders agree: The most striking homes are those filled with a

selection of deeply personal, storied artworks and objects that make a house feel like a home.

CHOOSE WARM

AND INVITING PIECES.

Lindsay Rice, owner of Vita Vite Art Gallery and Wine Bar, explains that discovering art is much like that of discovering wine, making art and wine a natural pairing. She says this makes Vita Vitae Art Gallery + Wine Bar “a place that feels comfortable. A place where you can sit on a sofa and have a glass of wine. A space that feels like a home.” Rice takes an instinctive approach to selecting art, choosing works primarily by young and upcoming artists that tend to be abstract in style. These paintings help make Rice’s bar a warm, comfortable and inviting space in which to experience art and wine.

TRANSFORM

WALLS INTO ART.

Another way to add an artful touch to your home is by decorating your walls or floors. Inslee Fariss, who recently moved from

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Manhattan to Raleigh, freehand-painted her dining room with scrolling vines and leaves, creating what she calls an “immersive and living work of art.” Raleigh-based interior photographer Cat Nyugen also encountered this trend while capturing walls that were hand-painted by San Francisco–based decorative artist Caroline Lizzaraga.

USE ART TO

MAKE CONNECTIONS.

Raleigh artist Tacey Hesmer uses Instagram (@taceywillishesmer) to foster an art community. She posts progress images and videos of her own paintings, and also interviews other artists and creatives to bring the art experience directly to viewers at home. As an art collector herself, Hesmer feels that acquiring artwork is a way to support and stay connected with other local female artists.

Cindy and Adam Cave are fine art collectors and gallery owners who are currently operating their gallery virtually at adamcavefineart.com.

B E AUT I FY W I T H BLOOMS P H O T O A N D T E X T B Y A M Y C O N R A D Flowers are a vibrant way to brighten up your home—or someone else’s day when you give them as a gift. You can grow cheery annuals to arrange for yourself and still have plenty leftover for a friend, parent, teacher or coworker. Here’s how to grow a bounty of beautiful blooms in your own backyard. 1. Choose a site. Annuals need at least six hours of sunlight per day. Identify the sunny spots in your yard or garden. Make sure water is easily accessible. 2. Prepare the soil. If you’ve ever heard someone say “It’s better to have a $5 hole and 50-cent plant than a 50-cent hole and $5 plant,” they are right! The soil is so important. Getting your soil tested before you dig the first hole will get you off to the right start. The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services offers a soil-testing service that will determine what you need to add to your soil to make it ideal for growing flowers. This will also steer you away from spending money on additives you don’t need. To learn more, visit ncagr.gov/agronomi/uyrst.htm. Another option is to buy pre-mixed soil from a garden supply center. 3. Choose the plants. Select flowers that can be grown in your plant hardiness zone.

Wake County is in zone 7b to 8a, and our last average frost date is around April 8. Check the weather in mid-April, and if no freezing temperatures are in the forecast, get planting! If you want to cut these flowers, choose varieties that have a long stem and vase life. Also, choose pollenless varieties when possible to keep the table under the bouquet clean. Gomphrena, celosia, rudbeckia and marigolds are a few of the many annuals that grow well in our area and make good cut flowers. Zinnias and sunflowers also grow well in our area and can be easily started from seed. (Starting from seed allows you to choose from many more varieties than starting from plants, but if you are a beginner, starting with plants instead of seeds will simplify the process.) 4. Water plants consistently but carefully. Most flowers don’t like their roots to sit in water or to completely dry out, but do like moist soil. Feeling the soil with your finger 1–2 inches below the surface can help you determine if it needs to be watered more or less. 5. Remove weeds. Weeds compete for the water and nutrients your plants need from the soil. Be sure to remove all weeds that could affect your plants’ roots—the sooner the better! Seeds belonging to weeds that

have just germinated are much easier to remove than those that have established a deep root system. Mulching around the base of your plants will help hold in moisture and keep the ground weed-free. 6. Check for insects and diseases. Be sure to routinely check the whole plant—including the undersides of its leaves—for any signs of disease and/or insects. Correctly identify the problem and then treat it accordingly. 7. Harvest your flowers. Early mornings or late evenings are the best times to harvest your blooms. This prevents wilting and prolongs their vase life. Cut the stems and put them directly into water. Recutting the stems every few days and giving your flowers fresh water daily will prolong their vase life. Once you have chosen your flowers and the right spot to plant them; have made certain your soil is properly prepared; are applying the appropriate amount of water, mulching, fertilizing and weeding; and are diligently and thoroughly inspecting each plant for disease and insects, your annuals will produce many beautiful stems for a long season of blooms. Amy Conrad is a professional cut flower grower and owner of Conrad Farms in Cary.

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Ti n y Tri an gl e Revol u t i on Some residents are placing big bets on compact accessory dwelling units S T O RY A N D P H O T O S B Y M I C K S C H U LT E

hile the Triangle continues to get bigger, some residents are choosing to live smaller—tiny, actually. The “Tiny House Revolution,” or movement, has hit Wake County, offering residents an alternative lifestyle where resources are maximized and excess is limited. A new law passed by the Raleigh City Council last July allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on personal property, making it possible for Raleigh to join Cary and other North Carolina cities in welcoming tiny homes. While the average American home is 2,301 square feet (according to 2019 new housing data from the U.S. Census Bureau), tiny homes are considered anything under 500 square feet. Proponents of these smaller spaces say they provide much more than a place to live—tiny homes are a lifestyle. “My interest in tiny houses began while living in Barcelona through a UNC international program,” says Frank Jones, creator of the Triangle Tiny House blog (triangletinyhouse.com) and meetup group (meetup.com/triangle-tiny-house). “My wife and I moved into a 350-square-foot apartment in Spain with the typical American mindset, thinking this was a very small space. But at the end of the semester, we fell in love with the European lifestyle and viewed tiny houses as one path to creating the minimalist, outdoor way of life we had in Spain.” Jones created the blog and meetup group for people interested in the tiny house movement, and he uses them to help others interested in owning a tiny house explore their options. Many people think of custom homes on wheels that are often shown on HGTV, but Jones says there are a wide range of options when it comes to tiny structures. “I know people who live in van conversions, RV/campers, yurts, small houses built on foundations, intentional communities—and all of them fit into the definition of a tiny home,” he says.

WORK OR GUEST SPACE Just as tiny homes come in many different forms, their intended use can vary greatly from owner to owner as well. Especially in the work-from-home world the pandemic has enforced, many people are seeking office space that offers separation from their home, but involves an easy commute. “At some point, 40 | caryliving.com

what you would have paid for your co-working space, you could have spent towards a detached office, which also adds value to your property in the long run,” says Dale Moody, a realtor with Cornerstone Properties in Raleigh. He also thinks there will be a movement toward adding tiny home structures for elderly parents to live in—or for “boomerang” children who are between jobs or work in a low-paying field. “I imagine most of the demand for ADUs will be for personal use, but I do think it will take some time to catch on,” Moody says. “Eventually folks will start to realize how feasible a tiny house is compared to buying a larger home, or renting a space somewhere.”

AFFORDABLE HOUSING Beyond the benefits to tiny home owners, some believe these smaller living spaces can provide a solution for expanding affordable housing in the Triangle. Raleigh Mayor Mary Ann Baldwin includes ADUs on her list of “10 Ways Raleigh Can Encourage Housing Affordability” (maryannforraleigh.com/ housing-affordability). RaleighNC.gov explains that only singlefamily homes are allowed to be built in 80% of the city, which reduces the amount of housing options for residents—especially those with lower incomes. However, thanks to the new ADU law that was passed, these units are now allowed on personal property, and tiny home communities are now permitted in Raleigh’s city limits. “This law has the potential to create more affordable housing,” says Dexter Tillett, owner of Tiny Homes Raleigh (tinyhomesraleigh.com). “It offers people a way to make extra income and raise their property values, and it can essentially double the density in our urban area. I passionately believe that tiny homes will not only improve our economy, but they’ll bring even more personality to this city we love.” The ADU law received some pushback from Raleigh citizens who fear the units will be used as Airbnbs and short-term rentals. The potential to create noise and parking problems on already-crowded streets is also a real concern for many. Yet Tillett, Baldwin and other proponents of tiny homes hope people will see them as an opportunity to improve the Triangle and provide long-term rental options for lower-income residents.

Dexter Tillett, owner of Tiny Homes Raleigh, believes accessory dwelling units will bring more personality to the area, while also improving the economy.

MINIMAL IMPACT, MAXIMUM ENJOYMENT Tillett not only builds but also renovates tiny structures. The Raleigh native, who graduated with an agricultural business management degree from North Carolina State University, has a passion for tiny homes and loves their minimal impact on the environment. He offers four different designs that range in price from $75,000–$95,000, depending on whether the home will be built with one floor or feature an additional loft. Customers can choose one of his designs or customize their own. One of Tillett’s customers, K.W.*, moved into a tiny home in September 2020. “I always wanted to live in one but figured it was more of a long-term goal,” K.W. says. “What appealed to me was the idea of living by myself—and the affordability. I have lived in Raleigh my whole life and noticed the price-of-living increase, so this was a wonderful opportunity to live independently.” K.W. adds that the greatest benefits of living in tiny homes are the financial freedom, energy conservation, low maintenance and flexibility they offer. Whether more folks make the move to a tiny home remains to be seen, but the enthusiasm behind these compact units makes big bets on a Tiny Triangle revolution entirely possible. *This person has asked to remain anonymous.

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Old North State Landscape Development of Durham designed this peacful spot.

Landvision Designs created the spiraling stone herb garden (at left) for the Rhatigan family of Raleigh.

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A V I S H L A N D S C A P E S UPGRADE YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE FOR YEAR-ROUND ENJOYMENT Home is where the heart is. As this past year has shown, home has also become our refuge—providing us comfort, security and

serenity during a time when the world seems so uncertain. Sheltering in place may have

you thinking about upgrading your outdoor Landvision Designs

space, not only to enjoy in the warmer months,

Landvison Designs created an outdoor refuge for the Rories (top), and incorporated a fish motif in stone for the Rhatigans (bottom). BACKYARD WONDERLAND Pandemic-induced travel restrictions were the deciding factor for Cary homeowner Rubin Shah to turn his backyard into a private park. “As travel has come to a halt, we wanted to make our own home an oasis where we could spend quality time with family and close friends,” he says. Herb Ritter of Ritter Garden Design, which services Cary, Morrisville, Raleigh and the RTP area, created an idyllic retreat that boasts a heated saltwater pool and more than 1,200 square feet of decking with a pergola and woodburning fireplace. Ritter also added an outdoor bathroom, kitchen, patio and bar area for the family’s enjoyment. “We wanted something that was modern, very open and conducive to entertaining. Herb

was able to bring our ideas to life and provide beautiful designs based on what we envisioned for our backyard,” Shah says. “Our project has enabled us to have multiple ‘hangout’ spots, and appropriate lighting and adequate space create a very ambient setting.” Shah plans to add privacy trees, flowers and fragrant plants during the spring months. “Access to contractors and materials has gotten rather difficult,” he says. “However, as the pandemic restrictions continue, this is the time to do renovation projects to enjoy and increase home value.”

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Judy Rhatigan says the stayat-home order gave her and her husband time together to discuss ways to revamp their Raleigh backyard. “Because of all the lockdowns, we realized

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that we would be homebound to oversee a large-scale project. Although we already had a small covered eating area outdoors and a hot tub, it wasn’t enough to lure us outside. We wanted to create usable destination points that flowed for entertaining, and for our personal enjoyment.” The Rhatigans worked with Landvision Designs—located at 10809 Honeycutt Road in Raleigh and founded in 1993 by Tracy and Crystal Sides—to carry out their plans, which featured a fountain area with seating, an outdoor kitchen with a grill and cooktop, and a bar area. “We also wanted a large fire pit to expand the length of time that we would be able to enjoy the outdoors, and an addition to our existing patio to give us more space.” They also installed a staircase to connect the upper-level

kitchen to the ground-level hardscape, and a peaked roof with interior beams over the expanded patio area that they dubbed “The Sanctuary.” Knowing that her husband is an avid fisherman, Landvision Designs incorporated three fish motifs, complete with glass eyeballs, on the stone floor. Rhatigan yearned for a spiral herb garden, which was also stone-built. “It’s even fun after the main growing season. I planted it with a rosemary tree on top, with colorful pansies spiraling down to the bottom.” There’s plenty of space now for socially distant gatherings. “Our friends love the fountain area as the sound of water trickling promotes tranquility. I have found my husband on more than one occasion sleeping peacefully surrounded by our dogs at the seating area,” she MARCH/APRIL 2021

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Meghan Rorie says that since beautifying their Raleigh backyard this year, her family has come to love it as much as their indoor living space. “Knowing that we would be spending all of our time at home, we wanted a place to ‘escape’ and feel like we were somewhere else, especially during the long summer days and cool fall nights.” Rorie and her husband Austin also collaborated with Landvision Designs to create a private hideaway that features a stone patio, fire pit and low-maintenance landscaping. “With a gas fire pit, we don’t have to put any thought into storing wood or starting a fire. “We use the space every chance we have, especially on the weekends. It has quickly become

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a preferred place to entertain a small group of friends,” Rorie says. “Without being able to easily go out on a date night with COVID restrictions and two small children, our fire pit has come to be a place where we can truly escape and enjoy our home in a new way. Our children also love to watch a movie by the fire.” Rorie offers homeowners practical advice to enhance their landscape: “Consider all of the many ways you can enjoy your outdoor space and then finalize a plan; you can always work in phases to achieve your full vision.”

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Old North State Landscape Development created this backyard oasis, complete with a pool.

Old North State Landscape Development enhanced this home’s curb appeal with outdoor lighting and shrubbery that lines the entry way.

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says. “Several of my girlfriends have come for lunch where we were able to eat outside to be safe, but remain warm while enjoying the fire pit. We spend so much more time outside now than we ever did before.”

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Dream day Transformations LOCAL COUPLES PIVOT

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ouples planning their wedding typically enjoy navigating the exciting process of making their dream day come to life. But even the best-laid plans were thwarted when COVID shut down the world, and nearly every aspect of coordinating a typical wedding was tossed away faster than a bridal bouquet. Between mandates for gatherings and fears of putting loved ones at risk, couples were forced to choose between two options: postpone their event or transform their plans into the creation of a new dream day. These local newlyweds decided to forge ahead with revised plans that would produce beautiful and memorable experiences, while keeping everyone on their guest list safe. They proved that while some details had to be canceled, celebrating their future together did not.

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Due to COVID-related business capacity limitations in North Carolina, Ashley and Doug Sponsky knew they needed to scale down their guest list to the maximum amount that their venue, Highgrove Estate in Fuquay-Varina, could allow for their November 1, 2020, nuptials. Originally from Pennsylvania, the couple had hoped to celebrate with out-of-town loved ones, but ended up welcoming less than half of the amount of guests they originally hoped to invite. Though the ceremony was more intimate than they had planned, Ashley says prioritizing what is most important can help create a magical day. She had dreamt of an outdoor ceremony with an amazing photographer in tow, and Highgrove Estate remained her ideal setting. Though safety was paramount, and their big day was not exactly what the pair had envisioned, the newlyweds were able to enjoy and celebrate their union surrounded by love and beauty. “When you have a pandemic wedding, you focus on your spouse, and not frivolous details,” Ashley says. “Gratitude really kicks in.” Local vendors: Highgrove Estate, Pamela Jahnke Photography, Bestowed Baked Goods, Flowers on Broad Street, Salon Alchemy, All Events DJs, and Kevin Holland (officiant)

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Perseverance was key when Talissa Najmi and Matt Sossamon planned their wedding day. Talissa’s family hoped to travel from France for the festivities, but due to COVID, the couple’s original wedding date was delayed until June 13, 2020. As the pandemic worsened, it soon became clear that Talissa’s family would not be able to make the journey at all. “That was the most heart-wrenching part,” she says. “I am the only one of my family in the United States, and none of them were able to come to my wedding.” Due to North Carolina guidelines, their guest list shrunk from more than 100 to 50, so the couple leaned on the pros at the historic Leslie-Alford-Mims House in Holly Springs to help maintain as many of their wedding day wishes as possible. Talissa’s family was able to watch the outdoor ceremony via Facebook Live, and thanks to the location of the ceremony, one guest who was concerned about being around others was able to view the event from his car. Talissa says that while she missed having her family there, less guests ended up being a blessing in the end. “Having a smaller wedding allowed us to take in the day and enjoy each moment without feeling rushed,” she says. Local vendors: Leslie-Alford-Mims House, Live View Studios, Mad Dash Weddings, Sugar Euphoria, Brides & Bouquets

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Wedding planners in 2020 had to learn how to pivot, so that’s exactly what Samantha and Trevor Dunn did. With their original wedding date set for March 21, 2020, and all the final details set in stone, shelter-in-place orders wreaked havoc just before their big day. Luckily, their chosen venue—The Oaks at Salem in Apex—was able to work with other vendors to move the couple’s outdoor nuptials to June. However, when the situation began to look grim for summer gatherings, Samantha and Trevor once again altered their plans and finally said “I do” on November 13, 2020. Samantha stresses the importance of communication when it comes to working with vendors. “Be sure to pick vendors that you communicate and work well with,” she says. Because her vendors responded to the situation with flexibility and understanding, her wedding went off without a hitch. Samantha also stresses the importance of keeping a positive outlook. “Try to remember the reason for the wedding,” she advises. “Just because it isn’t going to be like you originally planned, does not mean that it won’t be just as special.”

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Local vendors: The Oaks at Salem, Ariel Kaitlin Photography, Buzzy Bakes Bakeshop, Rocky Top Catering, Mews Designs Florist, Elite DJ Solutions, Meriwether Designs, and Heidi Gessner (officiant)

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Wes and Woody Durham

WES DURHAM THE VOICE OF ACC FOOTBALL AND BASKETBALL REFLECTS ON THE EVOLUTION OF HIS CAREER BY KURT DUSTERBERG

f you ask Wes Durham about the influences on his sports broadcasting career, he will tell you that he first caught the bug as a teenager, learning from his father, Woody, the longtime voice of the North Carolina Tar Heels. But there were many other mentors along the way, and Wes is happy to give all of them a mention—including some who date to his teenage years growing up in Cary and attending Apex High School. After nearly two decades as the voice of Georgia Tech athletics, Durham is in his eighth year of TV play-by-play for football and basketball on the ACC Network, and he is the co-host of “Packer and Durham,” a weekday radio collaboration between the ACC Network and ESPN that also airs on SiriusXM. His autumns have been especially busy since 2004, when he began doing radio for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons. Not surprisingly, the past year has presented challenges for college sports due to the coronavirus pandemic. Durham has adjusted to calling games from his home in Georgia, but that’s hardly a setback for the Georgia Tech Hall of Fame member. Every day is a good day to reflect on a career that has been guided by helpful voices.

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You played basketball at Apex High School. Were you a prominent player? I was on the team (he laughs). It was my favorite sport growing up. To this day, when I’m around a goal in an empty gym before a shootaround, I’ll shoot free throws. I was fortunate in a way. I was 6 feet tall and 185 pounds at 12 years old.

How influential was that period of your life, growing up in Cary?

My parents moved to Cary when I was 11. I thoroughly enjoyed the area and I’m proud to be from there. I still think of it as home. I got so many influences there, from school, my friends and the coaches I had in basketball—especially John Griggs. Bob Matthews was a history teacher who also coached the baseball team, and told me to do the [public address announcing] in baseball. Bob was very inspiring and supported dreams. John Griggs, to this day, had as much influence on me as anybody else in what I wanted to do. He saw the good in the team concept. We didn’t have a great basketball team my senior year (1984), but we had a team made up of a lot of different guys from a lot of diverse backgrounds, economically and racially. It meant a lot then, and it

means a lot now, too. In the early ’80s in my junior or senior English class, there would be a guy two seats over from me whose dad was a tobacco farmer. Three chairs up, you might have someone whose parent was an executive in Research Triangle Park, then someone who worked in a local store in Apex. There was such a high level of respect and friendship. Everybody kind of got along. It was fun to go to the high school football games. It was fun to come back from high school basketball games and go to Pizza Hut. That kind of thing has stuck with me for a long time.

How much broadcast prep did you get from your time at Elon College?

My college experience set the table. I went to a school where they were just kind of getting into the pool of communications and broadcasting. I was a graduate of the first four-year class in journalism/mass communications. I was able to do 150 football and basketball games in four years. You were able to do a lot of games, make a lot of mistakes, try things creatively and do interviews. You learned as much as you could, and that really helped me get an opportunity at Radford [University], then Marshall [University].

The longest stretch of your professional experience was at Georgia Tech—18 years doing football and basketball broadcasting.

Georgia Tech was an incredible place. It gave me a chance to work in a bigger market, and I got a chance to work in the ACC—the conference I grew up in. My dad worked 16 more years after I got to Georgia Tech, so for 16 years, we got to do at least one football and one basketball game together every year. He was obviously doing the Carolina game. We never appeared on each other’s broadcast, but they were incredibly memorable. They mean more today than when they happened. I cherish those games above all else.

You followed your father into the broadcasting profession. When did his career start leaving an impression on you?

When I watched my dad get ready for a game as a kid. He used to have an office in the garage. It was kind of funny—there was a little closet off the garage, and my mom slapped some carpet down on the floor. He used to sit in that little room with a portable heater in the winter and work on basketball. Eventually he moved the office inside. I remember all the pens and papers and boards and media guides. I loved the media guides; that part of it intrigued me early. When I told him at 14 that I might want to do what he does, he let me stand behind him during football games for the remainder of my high school career. I got the juice then, I was rolling by that time. I knew this was exactly what I had to do. I got so intense about doing it, that’s probably why I wasn’t a great student. I could see the prep happen during the week, then watch it being presented on game day, and that changed everything. That’s definitely where I caught it.

Broadcasting for a Division I university involves maintaining a lot of relationships with coaches, trying to balance your credibility with promoting the team through good seasons and bad. How have you navigated that?

You have a professional duty, just like a coach does. For me, I learned a lot from my dad about those professional relationships. I’m fortunate to have run the spectrum of coaches. There are some guys you work with—you do your job, and that’s kind of the end of it. I understand that. I don’t have to be friends with everybody I work with. That’s the way it has been with a handful of guys I’ve worked with. I’m respectful of their time and they’re respectful of mine,

and we move forward. I worked with three different basketball coaches at Georgia Tech. Two of them are still really good friends: Bobby Cremins and Paul Hewitt. Sometimes it’s athletic directors. [North Carolina State Athletics Director] Boo Corrigan and I grew up together; our families have been friends all our lives. His mom and dad and my mom and dad have been friends since the 1960s.

There is something unique about college sports, isn’t there? How do you explain it?

In the Southeast, you’re talking about something that ties generations and families together. In North Carolina, you’ve got to be a fan of somebody. You might be born into an N.C. State family or a house divided—a mom who went to Carolina and a dad who went to State. That’s what college athletics does. My dad wanted to go to the University of North Carolina the first time his mom and dad let him go see [UNC all-American halfback] Charlie Justice play at Kenan Stadium; he was captivated. That’s really what college athletics is about. No matter what part of the country you’re in, most people tie themselves to a college team as a fan.

Tell me about your family and what you do when you’re not calling games?

I have 21-year-old twins from my first marriage. Emily works in Washington, D.C. She graduated last spring from Florida State University with a degree in public policy and political science. My son Will is a senior at Kennesaw State University in Georgia. He is a business major and wants to work in basketball— either at the collegiate or professional level. I’m incredibly proud of both kids. My wife, Vicky, used to work at Georgia Tech. We moved to Cartersville, Georgia—her hometown. We live 2 miles from my in-laws, who are just incredible people. We’ve been here six years. My mom is in Chapel Hill. I’m so lucky to be busy and have a lot to do between August and March. The show we do ever y morning on the ACC Network is

Wes Durham plays for Apex High School during a 1983 home basketball game against Cary High School.

something that goes year-round. I love to play golf, I love to travel. When you get to the offseason, you really want to spend time with people. Tune into the ACC Network’s “Packer and Durham” weekday mornings, 7–10 a.m., Monday–Friday.

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nuggled in a grove of trees and bamboo 8 miles south of Seagrove sits Jugtown, a 12-acre pottery paradise. This tiny Moore County town, with its small and unique population, is officially known as Jugtown Pottery and lies in a region that has become home to almost 100 potters who first began making pottery there in the 18th century. “We’ve been doing this since 1850,” says sixth generation potter Travis Owens. “We must be doing something right.” Jugtown’s existence became one of the most important events in Seagrove’s history. Early artists were drawn to Seagrove by two things all potters need: good clay and abundant trees for firewood to heat their kilns. Jugtown’s history is unique. During the pre-industrial era, most potters were farmers who earned extra income producing jugs to hold various liquids, including moonshine; thus, the name “Jugtown” came to be. When factory-made pottery became available, the competition was too great for local jug makers and many abandoned their craft. “Pottery is always a labor—an intensified thing,” says Jugtown Pottery owner Vernon Owens.

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A new era of pottery crafting was initiated in the early 20th century with the arrival of Jacques and Juliana Busbee, two artists from Raleigh who admired and appreciated the artform. In 1917, they discovered an orange pie dish that they were able to trace back to the area now known as Jugtown. The potters there were producing orange ware and salt-glazed pottery that was embellished with a cobalt blue slip. They recognized local potters as true American craftspeople and set out to serve as catalysts in reviving a dwindling craft—and to create opportunities for potters to preserve traditional regional skills. James H. (Jim) Owens—one of Seagrove’s earliest potters and patriarch of the large and diverse lineage of Owens potters—was the first potter hired by the Busbees. Jim was the grandson of Joseph Owen. (Note there is no “s” on the end of Joseph’s surname. This is because at some point, one of his great-grandsons added an “s” to Owen, but all of the Owen/Owens families are descended from Joseph Owen.) By 1917, Jim was regularly making pots there. Prior to the establishment of the new Jugtown shop, Jim had turned, decorated and fired his work in his personal workshop.

Meanwhile, the Busbees moved beyond utilitarian pieces and brought the region’s local pottery to a wider audience. To promote this concept, Juliana moved to New York City and opened a tearoom in Greenwich Village, in which she featured Jugtown pottery. Jacques stayed in Jugtown to supervise production. By the 1930s, Jugtown’s identifying stamp had been created and some of Jim Owens’ early pieces were stamped and sold at the New York shop. Jim experimented by adding decorative features to the familiar jugs, while the remaining potters continued to produce functional ware. During that decade, Jugtown pottery gained recognition and success not only in New York City, but closer to home at nearby Pinehurst Resort. Through these actions, Juliana and Jacques inspired efforts that saved the Seagrove area pottery from extinction.

REFINING A TRADEMARK

Not long after the formal opening of Jugtown pottery, which became famous for its unique glazes and, eventually, its graceful “oriental translation” pottery, Jim Owens died. A variety of projects were continued by Ben W. Owen (Jim’s nephew) and Charlie Teague, who were both hired by the Busbees and were the first potters to work in Jugtown’s new workshop. With Jacques’ assistance, Ben and Charlie refined the forms and glazes that became characteristic of Jugtown’s trademark design. Jacques supervised as many of the shapes, which were based on ancient Asian forms, became unique styles under Owen’s and Teague’s skillful hands. Juliana led the marketing effort in New York City, preaching pottery to anyone who would listen. By the time she closed her shop in 1926, Jugtown’s pottery business was thriving. Life continued smoothly in Jugtown for the next two decades until Jacques died suddenly from a heart attack in 1947. Soon after, the North Carolina Museum of Art paid tribute to him by creating the Jacques Busbee Memorial Collection. Juliana pushed on as an advocate for Jugtown. Charlie Teague left the Owen/ Owens clan and opened his own pottery shop. For the next several decades, the Owen/Owens family continued to turn the wheel at Jugtown, and Seagrove had become a destination for pottery lovers and collectors throughout the U.S.

A WINDING JOURNEY

In 1960, John Mare purchased Jugtown Pottery and continued the operation through the Owen family lineage. Mare hired Vernon Owens as the Jugtown thrower. “I took the job with nothing to lose,” Owens says. “I never had any expectation of it lasting; it was just a way to make a living.” Vernon became Jugtown’s principal potter. He used elements of the forms and styles created by his predecessors while developing his own approach and configurations. But when Juliana Busbee and John Mare both died in 1962, Jugtown Pottery was suddenly left with no one at the helm of the business. Vernon Owens leased the pottery and kept it active until 1968 when it was purchased by Country Roads, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation and promotion of American folk art traditions. Country Roads director Nancy Sweezy, also a potter, was interested in reducing dangers to potters associated with using lead glazes. She developed a line of fritted lead glazes in the early 1970s that reduced lead contamination. In the process, she also developed a unique line of colors and experimented with glazes to be fired in wood kilns. Sweezy set up an apprenticeship study program fostering more than 30 students who came to study at Jugtown 1969–1980. Vernon and Nancy worked closely together. “We originally had a wood-fired kiln, then added an oil-fired kiln in 1968 to use with wood. I eventually moved away from oil and upgraded to gas fires,” Vernon says. “We still use wood-fired kilns as well.” But Vernon was about to take on a much more prominent role at Jugtown. “Country Roads sold me the place and I continued to work it with my brother, Bobby Owens,” he says. Vernon married in 1983 and says Jugtown “has been a family thing since then. My wife, Pam, and I made decisions together and she put her life into it.” Ω Since then, Vernon has received several awards from the North Carolina Arts Council—a National Heritage Fellowship and an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from North Carolina State University. Jugtown has also claimed an honor of its own. In 1999, the town was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Owen/Owens family spans six generations. Vernon and Pam’s son, Travis, and their daughter, Bayle, joined Jugtown at an early age. Pam, Travis and Bayle now run Jugtown, and the family’s talent and energy serve as harbingers of the town’s continued success and popularity.

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African

AWAZE CUISINE 904 NE Maynard Road, Cary 919.377.2599 awazecuisine.com

American THE ABBEY ROAD TAVERN & GRILL 1700 Center Street, Apex 919.372.5383 1195 W. Chatham Street, Cary 919.481.4434 711 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.762.7731 abbeyroadnc.com ACADEMY STREET BISTRO 200 S. Academy Street, Cary 919.377.0509 academystreetbistro.com APEX WINGS RESTAURANT & PUB 518 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.387.0082 apexwings.com AVIATOR SMOKEHOUSE 525 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.7675 aviatorbrew.com AVIATOR TAP HOUSE 600 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.552.8826 aviatorbrew.com BASS LAKE DRAFT HOUSE 124 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs 919.567.3251 basslakedrafthouse.com CHICKEN SALAD CHICK 302 Colonades Way Suite 202, Cary 984.207.5516 chickensaladchick.com THE CORNER TAVERN AND GRILL 1301 NW Maynard Road, Cary 919.460.0088 cornertaverncary.com DAME’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES 1823 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary 919.234.0824 dameschickenwaffles.com HERONS AT THE UMSTEAD 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary 919.447.4200 theumstead.com/dining JOYCE & FAMILY RESTAURANT 129 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.567.1717 facebook.com/joyceandfamily LUCKY 32 7307 Tryon Road, Cary 919.233.1632 lucky32.com THE MASON JAR TAVERN 114 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs 919.964.5060 themasonjartavern.com MY WAY TAVERN 301 W. Center Street, Holly Springs 919.285.2412 mywaytavern.com THE PEAK ON SALEM 126 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.466.6060 thepeakonsalem.com

SCRATCH KITCHEN & TAPROOM 225 Salem Street, Apex 160 E. Cedar Street, Cary 919.372.5370 scratchkitchenandtaproom.com TRIPLE BARREL TAVERN 2221 N. Grassland Drive Fuquay-Varina 919.762.0940 triplebarreltavern.com TWO GUYS GRILLE 4149 Davis Drive, Morrisville 919.462.9336 twoguysgrillemorrisville.com VERANDAH 301 S. Academy Street, Cary 919.670.5000 themayton.com/ verandah-restaurant WOODY’S SPORTS TAVERN & GRILL 8322 Chapel Hill Road, Cary 919.380.7737 woodysportstavern.com

Asian

ASIAN GARDEN 242 Grande Heights Drive, Cary 919.462.8598 asiangardencarync.com BANANA LEAF 1026 Ryan Road, Cary 919.468.9958 bananaleafcary.com BAAN THAI 758 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.629.6399 baanthaiapex.com C&T WOK 130 Morrisville Square Way, Morrisville 919.467.8860 ctwokrestaurant.com CHINA UNO 308 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs 919.557.9888 china-uno.com DIM SUM HOUSE 100 Jerusalem Drive, #104, Morrisville 919.380.3087 dimsumhousemorrisville.com G.58 CUISINE 10958 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.466.8858 g58cuisine.com GENKI RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 3420 Ten Ten Road, Cary 919.363.6636 genkicary.com GINGER ASIAN CUISINE 2048 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.859.8998 gingerasiancuisine.com GOJI BISTRO 100 Maynard Crossing Court, Cary 919.466.8888 gojibistro.us HIBACHI & COMPANY 708 Judd Parkway, Fuquay-Varina 919.552.8899 hibachicompany.com

THE PROVINCIAL 119 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.372.5921 theprovincialapex.com

HIBACHI BLUE 1500 Village Market Place Morrisville 919.462.9899 hibachiblue.com

RUDY’S PUB & GRILL 780 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.303.5061 rudysofapex.com

JJ CAFE 2143 Ten Ten Road, Apex 919.367.8686 jjcafeapex.com

KABUKI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE 220 Nottingham Drive, Cary 919.380.8081 kabukicary.com

THAI SPICES & SUSHI 986 High House Road, Cary 919.319.1818 thaispicessushi.com

COFFEE & CREPES 315 Crossroads Boulevard, Cary 919.233.0288 coffeeandcrepes.com

KASHIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT 309 Crossroads Boulevard, Cary 919.851.7101 kashin.com

THAI THAI CUISINE 108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs 919.303.5700 thaithaicuisinenc.com

CREMA COFFEE ROASTER & BAKERY 1983 High House Road, Cary 919.380.1840 cremacoffeebakery.com

YAMATO STEAK, SEAFOOD & SUSHI BAR 700 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.303.8088 yamatoofapex.com

CRUMBL COOKIES 1105 Market Center Drive Morrisville 919.364.1100 crumblcookies.com

KOBE HIBACHI & SUSHI 515 N Main Street, Holly Springs 919.557.1437 kobehollyspringsnc.com KUMO SUSHI 2916 N. Main Street, FuquayVarina 919.986.0983 kumosushifv.com LITTLE TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1401 SE Maynard Road, Cary 919.467.5011 sushi-little-tokyo-restaurant. business.site LUCKY 7 906 NE Maynard Road, Cary 919.380.7550 lucky7nc.com MEI WEI ASIAN DINER 1424 N. Main Street, FuquayVarina 919.762.7128 meiweinc.com NEW RAINBOW 3427 N. Main Street, FuquayVarina 919.567.8272 newrainbowchinese.com PHO 919 3504 Davis Drive, Morrisville 919.377.0318 pho919.com RED BOWL ASIAN BISTRO 2020 Boulderstone Way, Cary 919.388.9977 redbowlcary.com SUSHI AT THE PARK 1163 Parkside Main Street, Cary 984.333.0198 sushiatthepark.com SUSHI IWA 2026 Creekside Landing Drive, Apex 919.387.7022 sushiiwa.org SUSHI-THAI CARY 106 Kilmayne Drive, Cary 919.467.5747 sushithaicary.com TAIPEI CAFE 9825-G Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.380.8568 taipeicafemorrisville.com TASTE VIETNAMESE CUISINE 152 Morrisville Square Way Morrisville 919.234.6385 tastevietnamese.com TASU ASIAN BISTRO 525 New Waverly Place, Cary 919.977.4037 shikitasu.com TERIYAKIN’ 10970 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.443.2279 yelp.com/biz/teriyakin-morrisville THAI LOTUS 3450 Kildaire Farm Road Suite 150, Cary 984.229.7333 thailotusinc.com

YOHO ASIAN BISTRO 8204 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary 919.859.8081 yohoasiancary.com YURI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1361 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.481.0068 yurijapaneserestaurant.com ZENFISH POKÉ BAR 9924 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.234.0914 zenfishpokebar.com

Bakeries & Dessert Cafes ANDIA’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 1008 Ryan Road, Cary 919.234.0037 10120 Green Level Church Road, Cary 919.822.1866 andiasicecream.com Andy’s frozen custard 1115 Hatches Pond Lane, Morrisville 919.650.2865 eatandys.com

ANNELORE’S GERMAN BAKERY 308 W. Chatham Street, Cary 919.267.6846 anneloresbakery.com ASALI DESSERTS & CAFE 107 Edinburgh S. Drive Suite 106-A, Cary 919.362.7882 asalievents.com/cafe BESTOW BAKED GOODS 4208 Lassiter Road, Holly Springs 919.473.9225 bestowbakedgoods.com BIG DOM’S BAGEL SHOP 203 E. Chatham Street, Cary 919.377.1143 bigdomsbagelshop.com BONAFIDE BAKESHOP & CAFE 1232 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.372.5000 bonafidebakeshop.com BRECOTEA 1144 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.234.1555 brecotea.com CARIBOU COFFEE 109 SW Maynard Road, Cary 919.319.6265 cariboucoffee.com CHANTICLEER CAFE & BAKERY 6490 Tryon Road, Cary 919.781.4810 chanticleercafe.com CHOCOLATE SMILES 312 W. Chatham Street, Suite 101, Cary 919.469.5282 chocolatesmiles.com

CULTIVATE COFFEE ROASTERS 128 S. Fuquay Avenue Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4067 cultivate.coffee DUCK DONUTS 100 Wrenn Drive #101, Cary 919.468.8722 duckdonuts.com FOUNT COFFEE + KITCHEN 10954 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 984.888.5454 fountcoffee.com FRESH. LOCAL ICE CREAM 138 E. Chatham Street, Cary 919.234.1155 109 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.267.9716 freshlocalicecream.com GOODBERRY’S FROZEN CUSTARD 2325 Davis Drive, Cary 919.469.3350 1146 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.467.2386 goodberrys.com GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY 1240 NW Maynard Road, Cary 919.460.8158 greatharvest.com HAPPYCAKES CUPCAKERY 9958 Chapel Hill Road, Cary 919.694.5251 thehappycupcakery.com HOT BREADS CAFE 1901 NW Cary Parkway, Morrisville 919.677.1331 hotbreadscafe.com JAVA JIVE COFFEE & TEA 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 403, Cary 919.655.7655 javajivecoffeeandtea.com JUICE VIBES 1369 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.377.8923 juicevibes.com LA FARM BAKERY 4248 NW Cary Parkway, Cary 919.657.0657 320 W. Chatham Street, Cary 919.650.3117 5055 Arco Street, Cary (inside Whole Foods) 984.228.0300 lafarmbakery.com MILK LAB CAFE 6418 Tryon Road, Cary 919.200.0016 milklabcafe.com NIL’S CAFE 513 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.567.0887 nilscafe.weebly.com

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NOTHING BUNDT CAKES 2008 Market Center Drive Morrisville 919.694.5300 nothingbundtcakes.com ONCE IN A BLUE MOON BAKERY & CAFE 115-G W. Chatham Street, Cary 919.319.6554 bluemoonbakery.com PINTS ICE CREAM & BEER 512 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.351.9704 facebook.com/pintsicecream PURE JUICERY BAR 716 Slash Pine Drive, Cary 919.234.1572 purejuicerybar.com RISE BISCUITS & DONUTS 1100 Market Center Drive, Morrisville 919.377.0385 169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs 919.586.7343 risebiscuitsdonuts.com SIR WALTER COFFEE + KITCHEN 242 S. Main Street, Holly Springs 919.390.2274 sirwaltercoffeekitchen.com STICK BOY BREAD CO. 127 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.2237 stickboyfuquay.com SUGAR BUZZ BAKERY 1231 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.238.7224 sugarbuzzbakery.com A TASTE OF BROOKLYN 101 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.362.8408 atasteofbrooklynnc.com

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VIDA DULCE 836 E. Chatham Street #104, Cary 919.378.9722 vidadulcenc.com

Breakfast/Specialty

BLUEGRASS BAGELS 100 Dickens Road, Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4980 bluegrassbagels.com BRIGS 1225 NW Maynard Road, Cary 919.481.9300 1040 Tryon Village Shopping Center, Cary 919.859.2151 brigs.com DALLAS FAMOUS CHICKEN N’ BISCUITS 1101 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.362.0051 DICED GOURMET SALADS & WRAPS 1377 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.377.8572 7157 O’Kelly Chapel Road, Cary 919.678.5004 dicedsalads.com EGGS UP GRILL 1436 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4463 eggsupgrill.com FAMOUS TOASTERY 316 Colonades Way #201C, Cary 919.655.1971 famoustoastery.com MISSION MARKET 124 N. Salem Street, Apex shopthemission.com

Delis/Sandwiches

THE BRUNCH BOX 10970 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.380.7276 thebrunchbox.net

CAPRIOTTI’S SANDWICH SHOP 302 Colonades Way, Cary 919.932.8882 capriottis.com PEPPERS MARKET & SANDWICH SHOP 2107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville 919.380.7002 peppersmrkt.com SERENDIPITY GOURMET DELI 118 S. Academy Street, Cary 919.469.1655 serendipitygourmetdelinc.com

Eclectic CHEF’S PALETTE 3460 Ten Ten Road, Cary 919.267.6011 chefspalette.net CORELIFE EATERY 200 Crossroads Boulevard, Suite 100, Cary 919.726.6261 corelifeeatery.com MAXIMILLIANS GRILL & WINE BAR 8314 Chapel Hill Road, Cary 919.465.2455 maximilliansgrill.com POSTMASTER 160 E. Cedar Street, Cary 919.378.9493 postmastercary.com

French REY’S 1130 Buck Jones Road, Cary 919.380.0122 reysrestaurant.com

Irish

DOHERTY’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 5490 Apex Peakway, Apex 919.387.4100 1979 High House Road, Cary 919.388.9930 dohertysirishpubnc.com

Italian

ANNA’S PIZZERIA 100 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.267.6237 138 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.285.2497 annaspizzeria.com BABYMOON CAFE 100 Jerusalem Drive, Morrisville 919.465.9006 babymooncafe.com BELLINI FINE ITALIAN CUISINE 107 Edinburgh S. Drive #119, Cary 919.552.0303 belliniitaliancuisinecary.com BOCCI TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.803.5358 bocciitalian.com DANIEL’S RESTAURANT & CATERING 1430 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.303.1006 danielsapex.com ENRIGO ITALIAN BISTRO 575 New Waverly Place Suite 106, Cary 919.854.7731 dineenrigo.com

German

GARIBALDI TRATTORIA 900 N. Main Street Fuquay-Varina 919.552.8868 garibalditrattoria.com

DIER BIERGARTEN 1080 Darrington Drive, Cary 919.650.1565 biergartencary.com

LUGANO RISTORANTE 1060 Darrington Drive, Cary 919.468.7229 luganocary.com

INDIAN

MAMMA MIA ITALIAN BISTRO 708 Laura Duncan Road, Apex 919.363.2228 mammamianc.com

BAWARCHI GRILL & SPIRITS 800 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.363.9000 bawarchiapex.com BIRYANI MAXX INDIAN CUISINE 590 E. Chatham Street Suite 102, Cary 919.377.0346 biryanimaxxindiancuisine.com CILANTRO INDIAN CAFÉ 107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Suite 107, Cary 919.234.1264 cilantroindia.com HIMALAYAN NEPALI CUISINE 746-A E. Chatham Street, Cary 919.466.0550 himalayannepalicuisine.com HYDERABAD HOUSE BIRYANI PLACE 3735 Davis Drive #105, Morrisville 919.535.3163 hydhousertp.com KABABISH CAFÉ 201 W. Chatham Street, Suite 103, Cary 919.377.8794 kababishcafe.com NAZARA INDIAN BISTRO 1945 High House Road, Cary 919.694.5353 nazaranc.com TOWER INDIAN RESTAURANT 144 Morrisville Square Way, Cary 919.465.2326 towernc.com UDUPI CAFE 590 E. Chatham Street, Suites 112 and 144, Cary 919.465.0898 sriudupicafe.com/contact.php

OSTERIA G 5160 Sunset Lake Road #101, Apex 984.229.7480 osteriag.com PRO’S EPICUREAN MARKET & CAFE 211 E. Chatham Street, Cary 919.377.1788 prosepicurean.com ROMA’S ITALIAN DELI & PIZZERIA 203 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary 919.468.1111 romasitalian.net

MEDTERRA GRILL 108 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs 919.762.7851 mediterranc.com

TACOS MEXICO RESTAURANT 1430 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.439.8047 tacosmexicorestaurant.com

NEOMONDE 10235 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.466.8100 neomonde.com

TACOS MEXICO RESTAURANT & CANTINA 209 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.362.8074 tacosmexicoapexnc.com

SAI KRISHNA BHAVAN 10970 Chapel Hill Road, Cary 919.481.0910 saikrishnabhavan.com

TORERO’S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE 1207 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite C, Cary 919.468.8711 torerosmexicanrestaurants.com

SASSOOL 1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.300.5586 sassool.com

TURKUAZ MARKET 203 N. Harrison Avenue #110, Cary 919.455.1890 ALPACA PERUVIAN CHARCOAL CHICKEN turkuazmarketnc.com 9575 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.378.9259 alpacachicken.com ARANDAS MEXICAN CUISINE

Peruvian

Mexican

5460 Apex Peakway, Apex 919.362.7363 arandasmexcuisine.com

LUCKY CHICKEN 1851 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary 919.678.3153

BRAVO’S MEXICAN GRILL 208 Grande Heights Drive, Cary 919.481.3811 bravosmexicangrill.net

MARCO POLLO 1871 Lake Pine Drive, Cary 919.694.5524 marcopollocary.com

BURRITO SHAK 2982 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.267.6772 burritoshak.com

Pizzerias

EL DORADO 112 E. Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.0287 eldoradomexicanrestaurant.com EL LOBO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1311 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.9540 facebook.com/ellobofv FIESTA MEXICANA 2839 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh 919.859.1303 fiestamexicananc-cary.com 990 High House Road, Cary 919.378.9895 fiestamexicananc-nwcary.com 428 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs 919.346.1330 fiestamexicananc-hollysprings.com LA RANCHERITA GRILL & TEQUILA BAR 102 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.303.2448 laranchnc.com LA TAQUERIA MEXICAN GRILL 973 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.552.5532

LOS TRES MAGUEYES 110 SW Maynard Road, Cary 919.460.8757 RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA & SPIRITS lostresmagueyescary.com 1055 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex 325 N. Main Street, Holly Springs 919.446.6333 losmagueyesnc.com 8111 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary 919.552.6272 919.851.3999 1101 Market Center Drive, Morrisville 401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina 919.388.3500 ruckuspizza.com 919.552.3957 lostresmagueyes.com/varina-nc

Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

BABA GHANNOUJ MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 2468 Walnut Street, Cary 919.233.0907 108 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs 919.762.7851 babaghannouj1.com BOSPHORUS RESTAURANT 329-A N. Harrison Avenue, Cary 919.460.1300 bosphorus-nc.com JASMIN & OLIVZ MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 1109 Ledsome Lane, Cary 919.469.1112 9934 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville 919.234.6900 jasminbistro.com

TOTOPOS STREET FOOD & TEQUILA 1388 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.678.3449 totoposfoodandtequila.com

LOS TRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 10120 Green Level Church Road Suite 202, Cary 919.267.5444 lostresmagueyesgreenlevel.com 1301 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.367.6797 lostres-nc.com 995 Airport Boulevard, Morrisville 919.465.0217 morrisvillemexicanrestaurant.com MI CANCUN 1106 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville 919.650.1718 micancunmx.com RANCHO GRANDE 1401 SE Maynard Road, Cary 919.469.4245 taqueriaranchogrande.com

ANNA’S PIZZERIA 100 N. Salem Street, Apex 919.267.6237 138 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.285.2497 annaspizzeria.com

PAPA’S SUBS & PIZZA 511 N. Main Street, Holly Springs 919.557.1919 papassubspizzahollysprings.com THE PIZZA DUDE 1763 W. Williams Street, Apex 919.303.6686 ncpizzadude.com PIZZERIA FAULISI 215 E. Chatham Street Suite 101, Cary 919.377.8244 pizzeriafaulisi.com RANDY’S PIZZA 4129 Davis Drive, Morrisville 919.468.3737 randys-pizza.com RICCI’S TRATTORIA 10110 Green Level Road Suite 108, Cary 919.380.8410 riccistrattoria.com ROMEO’S PIZZA 800 W. Williams Street Suite 160, Apex 919.355.2920 romeospizza.com ROSATI’S PIZZA 3605 Davis Drive Suite 107, Morrisville 919.380.7000 rosatispizza.com/location/ morrisvillenc SALVIO’S PIZZERIA 2428 SW Cary Parkway, Cary 919.467.4600 salviospizza.com

BLAZE PIZZA 316 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs 919.557.4990 1024 Market Center Drive, Morrisville V PIZZA 919.261.5941 1389 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary blazepizza.com 919.650.1821 vpizza.com BROTHERS OF NEW YORK PIZZA 3450 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary 919.629.6000

Seafood

DI FARA PIZZA TAVERN 111 E. Chatham Street, Cary difarapizzatavern.com JOHNNY’S PIZZA 96 Cornerstone Drive, Apex 919.659.8700 johnnyspizzacarymenu.com J&S NEW YORK PIZZA 804 Perry Road, Apex 919.363.0071 2025 Renaissance Park Place, Cary 919.650.3492 500 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.6921 jandsnypizza.com MICHELANGELO’S PIZZA 928 U.S. Highway 64, Apex 919.462.8880 michelangelosinapex.com 7280 GB Alford Highway, Holly Springs 919.557.4992 michelangelospizza.com MILANO PIZZA 7509 Purfoy Road, Fuquay-Varina 919.557.6093 sites.google.com/site/ milanopizzafv MOD PIZZA 316 Colonades Way Suite 206-C, Cary 919.241.7200 modpizza.com/locations/waverly THE ORIGINAL NY PIZZA 6458 Tryon Road, Cary 919.852.2242 831 Bass Pro Lane, Cary 919.677.8484 634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs 919.567.0505 theoriginalnypizza.com

THE BLIND PELICAN 120 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs 984.225.2471 blindpelicanseafood.com THE FULL MOON OYSTER BAR 1600 Village Market Place, Morrisville 919.378.9524 fullmoonoysterbar.com SKIPPER’S FISH FRY 1001 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.303.2400 skippersfish.com TONY’S TAPS & OYSTER CO. 107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Cary 919.234.1600 facebook.com/beermusicoysters

Steak House

CAPITAL CITY CHOP HOUSE 151 Airgate Drive, Morrisville 919.484.7721 chophousesofnc.com JIMMY V’S STEAK HOUSE & TAVERN 107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Cary 919.380.8210 jimmyvssteakhouse.com

Vegetarian/Vegan VEGAN COMMUNITY KITCHEN 803 E. Williams Street, Apex 919.372.5027 vegancommunitykitchen.com Cary Living advertisers have been highlighted. Some restaurants do not have websites and must be contacted by phone. Please call or check websites for takeout options.

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Cary Greenways Half-Marathon

Grow Your Own Vegetable Garden

Fit & Able Productions

March 5, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Online via Webex Have you always wanted to grow your own food? Learn the basics for growing vegetables, including soil amendments, what grows best in our region and tips for growing in small spaces. Local experts will also be on hand for a Q&A. Registered participants will receive a Webex invitation via email prior to the start of the program.

Reptile and Amphibian Day

March 8–13, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences website Join the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences for its 26th annual Reptile and Amphibian Day, the nation’s largest event dedicated to hopping, slithering, crawling critters. This year’s theme is salamanders. The event will consist of six days of programs—from crafts and lectures to close encounters of the virtual kind. naturalsciences.org

Apex Night Market

March 11, 6–9 p.m. Seaboard Street, Apex The Raleigh Night Market, in partnership with the Apex Farmers Market, presents the Apex Night Market, which will feature 25 vendors. All social distancing guidelines will be followed; the event will take place entirely outdoors and masks will be required. apexfarmersmarket.com

Roger Day Presents “Zookeeper’s in the House!”

March 20, 10 a.m. Facebook Live or YouTube As part of its Family Series, the Town of Cary will present this online musical experience with Roger Day. Through interactive, energetic songs, Day will encourage young audience members to observe, reflect, question and decide as they not only learn about animals at the zoo, but also meet the dedicated team of scientists who take care of them every day. townofcary.org

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runsignup.com/race/nc/cary/ carygreenwaysmarathon

Fit & Able Productions

Academy Street Strut

April 19 Cary Chamber of Commerce 307 N. Academy Street, Cary Ladies unite for the Academy Street Strut— a celebration of women, fitness and supporting local nonprofits. Register to receive a post-strut lunch sponsored by The Humble Pig, as well as a wine glass. A portion of the proceeds raised by the Academy Street Strut will go to support area nonprofits, as selected by members of the Cary Women’s Giving Network. academystreetstrut.com

10th Annual En Plein Air Paint-Off

April 23–24 Downtown Fuquay-Varina and online During this annual auction, artists from across the region share their talent and capture the beauty of Fuquay-Varina on canvas. To support social distancing, the artists will paint off-site in their own spaces. Finished paintings will be displayed April 24, then will find temporary homes in downtown storefronts before they are auctioned in a fundraiser to support the nonprofit work of the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association. fuquay-varinadowntown.com

Roger Day

iStock/monkeybusinessimages

mycary.org

March 21–28 Fred G. Bond Metro Park (and also presented virtually) 801 High House Road, Cary Run the trails you love while getting timed. Participate in person in a 5K or 10K on March 28, or virtually March 21–28. Check prior to the live event to ensure it is still taking place.

SIGHTINGS Negin Naseri

BY CINDY HUNTLEY

CARY LIVING 2021

DIAMOND AWARDS

On Tuesday, January 19, Cary Living hosted its annual Diamond Awards celebration at The Mayton in downtown Cary to

announce the Best of Western Wake for

2021. Winners and their guests enjoyed

a socially distanced night of fun featuring specialty drinks and mingling. Thank

you to Edible Art Bakery & Dessert Cafe,

AlphaGraphics, Crown Trophy, The Mayton and all of our winners who came out to celebrate with us.

NEW AROUND TOWN The Pooch Mobile

Athletic Republic

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop

BY CINDY HUNTLEY

ATHLETIC REPUBLIC SPORTS TRAINING NOW AVAILABLE IN CARY

A SANDWICH LOVERS’ DELIGHT COMES TO CARY

POOCH MOBILE BRINGS THE BATH TO YOUR PUP

Local athletes of all ages will soon have a better way to train and achieve their athletic goals. The new Athletic Republic sports performance training center is opening in Cary this month, and teen and adult athletes—as well as entire teams—are invited to come in for a free trial workout. 607 Mills Park Drive, Cary 919.230.0899

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is the latest restaurant to open at Waverly Place in Cary. The award-winning restaurant remains true to its 40-year tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house every day. Menu items include sandwiches like The Bobbie and American Wagyu Cheese Steak. There are also a selection of vegan sandwiches and salads on the menu. 302 Colonades Way, Cary 919.932.8882

Cary residents Erik and Melissa Bomsta bring the suds to you with their mobile dog wash, The Pooch Mobile. They come to your home for less stress and mess. Schedule a convenient, warm hydrobath for your dog, complete with all-natural hypoallergenic products and a fun treat at the end. 919.410.6060

cary.athleticrepublic.com

thepoochmobile.com

capriottis.com

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KALEIDOSCOPE LIVING

THE ART OF ARCHITECTURE

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Homes come to life in the architectural illustrations of Fuquay-Varina artist, AJ Young. Working “My goal is to deliver a piece of art that will last a lifetime and bring joy—whether it is a new home or a beloved home from the past—to each person who commissions me to create the rendering for them.”

from either blueprints for yet-to-be-built homes or photographs of existing ones, Young draws each component of the architecture and landscape by hand. Using pen and ink, watercolor and other media, she creates vivid drawings for commercial clients and private homeowners that allow the viewer to envision what the home will look like. Each architectural drawing is a unique work of art infused with Young’s love of color and character, providing a clear picture of the residence before construction of it is finished. Young, a New Jersey native, studied graphic art at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. She started her career in architectural drawing and opened her own company, AJ Young Architectural Illustrations & Graphics (ajyoung.biz), in 1979.

BY CHAROTTE RUSSELL

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