The Pumpkinization of Everything
Cary, NC — On a recent trip to the supermarket, my daughter and I counted 44 pumpkin products for sale. As it turned out, I had under-counted. Read more
Guide to Donuts in Cary
Cary, NC — This is a sweet guide to donuts in Cary – because why not? Read more
Restaurant: Himalayan Nepali Cuisine
Cary, NC — A couple of weeks ago, we talked about a Salvadoran restaurant in Cary. Today, let’s turn our attention to a place that serves Himalayan Nepali cuisine. Read more
Restaurants: Oysters at Dean’s Seafood
Allen Aldridge of Jarrett Bay Oyster Co talks about his farm.
Cary, NC — Last week, I had the pleasure of enjoying some North Carolina farm-raised oysters and locally brewed beer at Dean’s Seafood. The evening was part of Dean’s Oystoberfest – a month-long celebration of oysters. Read more
Food Truck Culture in Cary
Cary, NC — Cary’s final food truck rally of the year is this Sunday, October 4, 2015. In the spirit of food trucks, I interviewed Jessica McCarthy, the co-owner of Cary’s own The Humble Pig, to find out more about food trucks and what it takes to own one. Read more
Lobster Fest – Saturday in Cary
Cary, NC — While barbecue and chicken dinners are the hallmarks for charitable dinner fare in the Cary area, one local church has led the way in doing good works with lobster. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Cary is holding its ninth annual Lobster Fest on Saturday, October 3, 2015. Read more
Recipe: My Favorite Pumpkin Bread
Cary, NC — This recipe is for classic, “plain old” pumpkin bread – but don’t let that fool you. Pumpkin bread is a fall staple, and this is my all-time favorite recipe for it. Read more
Recipe: Spiced Zucchini Bread
Cary, NC — This is, by far, the best zucchini bread recipe I’ve found. Cinnamon gives it a little bit of spice, and crushed pineapple and two zucchini keep it moist. Read more
Recipe: Riviera Salad
Cary, NC — Here’s a light dinner salad that’s filling, uses ingredients you probably already have and brings a taste of the French Riviera to your table. Read more
Restaurants: Taipei Cafe
Morrisville, NC — Hidden in a small shopping center beside Park West Village is Taipei Cafe, a Taiwanese restaurant with authentic food and a cozy atmosphere. Read more