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USA : RALEIGH-DURHAM - November 2008
Go Shop
MAIN STREET GALLERY
( 405 E Main St, Carrboro. Tel. 919-967-7005 )
One of the hottest spots on the Second Friday art walk, this fine little gallery features an excellent selection of Carolina pottery, antiques and current works from local artists.
( 405 E Main St, Carrboro. Tel. 919-967-7005 )
One of the hottest spots on the Second Friday art walk, this fine little gallery features an excellent selection of Carolina pottery, antiques and current works from local artists.
QUAIL RIDGE BOOKS & MUSIC
( 3522 Wade Ave, Raleigh. Tel. 800-672-6789 )
www.quailridgebooks.booksense.com An independent bookstore thats survived 24 years must have something special to offerlike incredibly well-read staffers and an inventory that reflects local culture and interests. Its won Publishers Weeklys Bookseller of the Year honors.
( 3522 Wade Ave, Raleigh. Tel. 800-672-6789 )
www.quailridgebooks.booksense.com An independent bookstore thats survived 24 years must have something special to offerlike incredibly well-read staffers and an inventory that reflects local culture and interests. Its won Publishers Weeklys Bookseller of the Year honors.
WINE AUTHORITIES
( 2501 University Dr, Durham. Tel. 919-489-2884 )
www.wineauthorities.com Even the choosiest oenophiles will drink in the selection and expertise found at this Bull City store. Also available: sake, craft beers, and artisan cheeses and chocolates.
( 2501 University Dr, Durham. Tel. 919-489-2884 )
www.wineauthorities.com Even the choosiest oenophiles will drink in the selection and expertise found at this Bull City store. Also available: sake, craft beers, and artisan cheeses and chocolates.
Go See
JESSE KALISHER GALLERY
( 209 E Main St, Carrboro. Tel. 919-967-4300 )
www.kalisher.com This sophisticated gallery features blackand- white fine-art photography of Jesse Kalisher, an artist whose pieces are in the permanent collection of the deYoung Fine Arts Museum in San Francisco, among other institutions.
( 209 E Main St, Carrboro. Tel. 919-967-4300 )
www.kalisher.com This sophisticated gallery features blackand- white fine-art photography of Jesse Kalisher, an artist whose pieces are in the permanent collection of the deYoung Fine Arts Museum in San Francisco, among other institutions.
NORTH CAROLINA BASEBALL MUSEUM
( At Fleming Stadium, 300 Stadium St, Wilson. )
Just east of Raleigh in the small town of Wilson, youll find this 3,200-square-foot museum packed with 4,000 baseball artifacts, including pennants, autographed items and other memorabilia.
( At Fleming Stadium, 300 Stadium St, Wilson. )
Just east of Raleigh in the small town of Wilson, youll find this 3,200-square-foot museum packed with 4,000 baseball artifacts, including pennants, autographed items and other memorabilia.
THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS
( At the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh. Tel. 919-733-7450 )
www.naturalsciences.org In addition to its other great attractions, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences now highlights 12 centuriesold biblical scrolls in a special exhibition through Dec. 28.
( At the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones St, Raleigh. Tel. 919-733-7450 )
www.naturalsciences.org In addition to its other great attractions, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences now highlights 12 centuriesold biblical scrolls in a special exhibition through Dec. 28.
Go Eat
CAROLINA BREWERY
( 460 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill. Tel. 919-942-1800 )
www.carolinabrewery.com Sure, you can go for the locally made beverages, but dont skip the eats, which outshine your standard pub fare with seasonal, local ingredients. The Carolinastyle barbecue plate is first rate. $
( 460 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill. Tel. 919-942-1800 )
www.carolinabrewery.com Sure, you can go for the locally made beverages, but dont skip the eats, which outshine your standard pub fare with seasonal, local ingredients. The Carolinastyle barbecue plate is first rate. $
KANDAS
( 10255 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville. Tel. 919-461-9930 )
www.kandasnc.com Kandas serves flavorful curries, delicious biriyanis and traditional tandoori dishes along with other items from all of Indias regions. Lunch draws a large business crowd, while dinners cater to locals. $$
( 10255 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville. Tel. 919-461-9930 )
www.kandasnc.com Kandas serves flavorful curries, delicious biriyanis and traditional tandoori dishes along with other items from all of Indias regions. Lunch draws a large business crowd, while dinners cater to locals. $$
TOAST
( 345 W Main St, Durham. Tel. 919-683-2183 )
www.toast-fivepoints.com This new eatery serves irresistible Italian sandwiches made with quality ingredients (truffle oil, asiago fresco) gently pressed between fresh breads from local bakeries. $$
( 345 W Main St, Durham. Tel. 919-683-2183 )
www.toast-fivepoints.com This new eatery serves irresistible Italian sandwiches made with quality ingredients (truffle oil, asiago fresco) gently pressed between fresh breads from local bakeries. $$
Go Party
HIBERNIAN RESTAURANT & PUB
( 311 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh. Tel. 919-833-2258 )
www.hibernianpub.com Looking for an Irish pub thats authentic right down to the staffs accents? This is your place. Several different seating areas range from group-friendly to romantic, and while its crowded on weekend nights, its comfortable during the week.
( 311 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh. Tel. 919-833-2258 )
www.hibernianpub.com Looking for an Irish pub thats authentic right down to the staffs accents? This is your place. Several different seating areas range from group-friendly to romantic, and while its crowded on weekend nights, its comfortable during the week.
THE CRUNKLETON
( 320 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill. Tel. 919-969-1125 )
www.thecrunkleton.com This sophisticated new bar, owned by Gary Crunkleton, features Arts-and-Crafts style furniture and Southern art.
( 320 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill. Tel. 919-969-1125 )
www.thecrunkleton.com This sophisticated new bar, owned by Gary Crunkleton, features Arts-and-Crafts style furniture and Southern art.
Go Day-Tripping
GREENSBORO, NC
( 77 miles east of Raleigh. Tel. 800-344-2282 )
www.greensboronc.org The Weatherspoon Art Museum, on the campus of UNC-Greensboro, hosts one of the states best collections of modern and contemporary art. Check out works from Matisse, de Kooning, Picasso and Warhol before grabbing a bite to eat.
( 77 miles east of Raleigh. Tel. 800-344-2282 )
www.greensboronc.org The Weatherspoon Art Museum, on the campus of UNC-Greensboro, hosts one of the states best collections of modern and contemporary art. Check out works from Matisse, de Kooning, Picasso and Warhol before grabbing a bite to eat.
Fun Fact!
In 1914, Babe Ruth hit his first home run as a pro in nearby Fayetteville, NC.Compiled by MARGOT CARMICHAEL LESTER
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