Another Raleigh fave, Neptunes, has reopened! The subterranean bar in downtown is back to slinging drinks Thursday–Sunday nights. And head down for DJ nights Fridays and Saturdays! See you there this weekend?!
Stay Dry (January) 🍹
To all of you out there doing Dry January, first of all, respect (I admittedly didn’t even try). Second of all, you’re gonna wanna head to State of Beer for its Alternative Beverage Party on Saturday, Jan. 21! That’s right—this nonalcoholic party will feature spirit-free drinks like coffee, soda, and tea from local businesses. Cheers!
Or Don’t…
Um, Dry January, who? Cuya, Cortez’s just-opened sister bar and music garden (located in the space directly above Cortez) is hosting its grand opening celebration this Saturday, Jan. 21—complete with drinks, DJs, dancing, and more. And if that’s not reason enough to break your Dry January resolution—or just enjoy a night out for those who aren’t participating—I don’t know what is. Worth it!
Get Ready to Fill Those Bellies! 🍽
Triangle Restaurant Week kicks off next week (runs Jan. 23–29)! I don’t know about you, but I’m super excited to try out all the participating restaurants’ delish special dishes. As a reminder, during TRW eateries throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and more offer prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner. Hope you’re hungry because there’s a lot of eatin’ to do!
Let’s Starting Thinking About Love ❤️
Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it, and if you really want to impress your SO, you’ll start planning your special day of love now (take notes, ladies and gents!). Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown’s Valentine’s Day Package—available any day Feb. 10–15—is guaranteed to make your partner swoon.
Friday Five: You Made It to the Weekend… Now What?
Anyone else feeling that “holiday hangover” still? But, the good news is, it is finally Friday and your Friday Five is in your inbox! Plus, we have our 10th & Terrace $50 gift card winner… Brandi O., come on down. Don’t be sad if you missed this one, our team has come up with some great giveaways for 2023 and we can’t wait to spend the new year eating, drinking, and exploring with all of you. Without further ado, here is your Friday Five.
But First… Don’t Forget Your Passport
Your Triangle Food Passport, that is. Sassool has teamed up with other local businesses to create a “passport” with offers from twelve different restaurants, cafes, grocers, coffee shops, and ice cream shops. With the purchase of this passport, these local businesses invite diners to redeem each offer and receive a “stamp” on their Triangle Food Passport. The passports are $25 and can be purchased online but we are giving away one for free this month!
Shop ‘Til You Drop
The North Hills Winter Clearance Sale is underway. Take advantage of the biggest sales of the season as your favorite stores clear out their winter and holiday merchandise to make way for spring. The sale goes through Monday, Jan. 16.