Cary Magazine October 2020

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48 Thank you Apex: Sincerely, Jane Wolfgang 54 Special Section: On the Move 68 The Great Outdoors

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OCTOBER IS traditionally our Homes and Interiors issue, but seeing the content this year, one of our staff suggested we change it to Homes and Exteriors. Although he was joking, I’d have to agree.

Instead of meeting friends for drinks, chatting after church, or enjoying a restaurant meal, we have shifted our social connections to parks and porches, sidewalks and cul-de-sacs.

This year, being out is in.

While I hate the cause, I must admit that I enjoy meeting my neighbors as we walk our dogs in the evening. Normally too busy with soccer camp or after-school activities, children speed up and down our street on bikes or scooters. Toddlers sprint gleefully through sprinklers as their grandparents watch from lawn chairs set up in the driveway.

All this activity brings back fond memories of childhood summers spent bouncing from front porches to back yards, exploring alleys and empty lots, relishing empty afternoons with my friends and siblings. There was no internet, no video games, and daytime television was a vast wasteland of game shows and soap operas. Boredom drove us outside, and there we found freedom.

In Jonathan Fredin’s photos, starting on page 68, I see a similar freedom.

Confident that sun and air will dissipate the poisonous virus, people enjoy each other’s company. Al fresco picnic dates and porch coffee with friends remind us that the “where” doesn’t matter; it’s the “who” that counts.

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Mary Ellen Mottola says her Italian-inspired backyard is a private getaway.

By covering her deck and removing a railing, Barbie Shepherd was able to open up the outdoor space.

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Creating an Outdoor Oasis WRITTEN BY AMBER KEISTER | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

All summer, going out has meant retreating to porches and backyards. Even with easing restrictions, people are still spending more time at home.

These three local projects show that creating a comfortable retreat is always worth the investment — whether you’re adding functional seating to a porch, modifying an existing deck, or completely transforming your backyard.

Kristen Ennis designed this comfortable, functional porch for a client in Cary's Lochmere neighborhood.

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Everyday vacation INTERIOR DESIGNER Barbie Shepherd says adding a covered pergola to the deck running along the back of her Cary home opened up lots of possibilities.

“I was finally able to do my own project and use some of the great ideas. And one of them was covering the entire deck, so you can use it year round,” said Shepherd, who specializes in creating inviting outdoor spaces in her business, Inside Out Design.

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moved a railing at the edge of the deck, making way for uninterrupted views of the pool.

“That pool is such a beautiful focal point,” she said. “I don’t even have to get in that pool, and I just adore it. Every day we’re out on the deck, and the pool’s so pretty at all the different times of day and then at night, with the lights on.”

She calls the backyard her personal sanctuary, but there is also plenty of space to have friends over for socially distant gatherings outside.

“I feel like being on vacation, going away every day, because it’s so relaxing and beautiful,” Shepherd said.

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Inspired by Italy “The outdoor living space has definitely been a saving grace.”

— Mary Ellen Mottola

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MARY ELLEN MOTTOLA and her husband revamped their Morrisville backyard about eight years ago, putting in a pool and other amenities. The renovations were done largely to give their two then-teenage daughters a reason to hang out at home, but the space has turned into what Mottola calls “our little getaway.”

“I think we’re using the outdoor space a lot more,” she said. “We just kind of hang outside more, because being inside is tough all the time. And it’s also allowed me to have my children over in a safe environment, because we are outdoors.”

Along with the built-in pool, there is a pool house with a bathroom and changing room, a large outdoor grill with a small kitchen area, a fireplace and outdoor seat-

ing area, and a large grassy area perfect for family badminton or croquet games.

Among Mottola’s favorite features are a marble statue she found on an anniversary trip to California and the waterfall, which they run year round.

“To hear the water cascading into the pool, both from the spa side, as well as the flowing fountain at the top of the pool, it’s just so tranquil at night,” said Mottola, who owns Magnolia Construction and Renovations.

With the tile, the blue pool and the statues, she is reminded of trips to the Mediterranean every time she steps outside.

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Peaceful Porch KRISTEN ENNIS designed this cheery porch for a mom and her young daughter, both of whom love the outdoors.

The house, located in Cary’s Lochmere neighborhood, was built in 1994.

The 16-by-16-foot porch was added earlier this year, and the homeowner hired Ennis to add furnishings that would be comfortable, functional and charming. The project was finished in late June.

“She wanted in that space, obviously, a place to unwind and relax. She did not want it so full of furniture that she

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couldn’t move around, and she wanted a big sectional in the space,” said Ennis, describing the homeowner’s priorities.

The porch also had to accommodate a first-grader and several cats.

At first, the homeowner didn’t want live plants in the space, because she was afraid the cats would eat anything that was out there. But Ennis knew the space needed plants to soften the outdoor space and bridge the indoor and outdoor environments. She planted cat grass in baskets and put in other cat-friendly plants like the fiddle-leaf fig.

The boxy sectional was paired with rattan accent chairs in a modern, curvaceous shape. And Ennis added a distinctive liveedge slab coffee table, although it wasn’t strictly an outdoor piece.

Because the porch has removable vinyl panels, the homeowners can close it off during pollen season or when rain is forecast.

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Designer Kristen Ennis bridged the indoor and outdoor on this Cary porch with natural elements like rattan, live plants and a live edge coffee table. Bright-hued pillows and a sofa throw echo the flowering crepe myrtles outside.

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The Green Chair Project WRITTEN BY MONA DOUGANI | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

BETH SMOOT AND JACKIE CRAIG were looking for a sustainable way to help people get rid of unneeded furniture. And since they also wanted to do some good in the community, they founded the Green Chair Project in 2010.

Based in Raleigh, the nonprofit provides gently used furniture and household items to families who need them.

“The Green Chair Project is the only nonprofit service available in Wake County that is able to provide well equipped homes for families who are living in poverty and often transitioning Jackie Craig out of home-

Normally clients can come to The Green Chair Project and pick out furnishings they would like to have in their home. Since March, all shopping has moved online.

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lessness,” said Craig, now the nonprofit’s executive director.

Through partnerships with various nonprofits and Wake County agencies, as well as relationships with case managers and social workers, families are brought to the Green Chair project for “a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to furnish their entire home,” she said.

For a small fee, these families can select furnishings for their new home, giving them a sense of normalcy and helping them get back on their feet.

Of the many services the Green Chair Project provides, one of the most important is the Sweeter Dreams Bed Program, which aims to make sure every child in Wake County has a bed.

“There are over 6,000 children in Wake County that do not have a bed of their own,” said Craig. “Particularly during this time of

crisis when we all need strong immune systems, we want families to be safe and healthy.

Providing a bed for every child does just that.”

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, The Green Chair Project has delivered over 1,000 beds to children and partnered with eight local nonprofits to also provide their families with food, toiletries and other necessities.

Since March, the Green Chair Project has made other changes as well. The organization is no longer serving clients in person, however the organization has pivoted and built an entire online home goods showroom. Clients and their case managers can select their desired furnishings online, which will be then delivered right to their door.

“Through our website, the case manager that is working with the family can provide us with all the information we need for each client. There are choices on the website

The nonprofit maintains a furniture showroom and warehouse at its Capital Boulevard headquarters.

In addition to furniture, The Green Chair Project supplies bedding, housewares and appliances -- everything needed to furnish a home.

of which furnishings the clients would like,” said Craig. “They can get everything they need. We provide everything — things that you and I use every day that we all need in our homes.”

To reach families across the Triangle, the Green Chair Project partners with multiple agencies. Recently, it began working with The Carying Place, a Cary-based nonprofit that serves homeless working families by providing short-term transitional housing and teaching life and budgeting skills.

With a referral from The Carying Place, clients can go to Green Chair to choose furniture for their new permanent homes. Also, as part of the partnership, the Green Chair Project provides any additional big furniture items that The Carying Place needs for its transitional housing units.

“It is pretty important to have a relationship with Green Chair, because it provides the housing items that the family needs,” said Leslie Covington, executive director of The Carying Place. “Our very first family that had been assisted in our new relationship with Green Chair needed support furnishing their house.

“The family sent us several pictures of what the house looked like and how happy they were. (It is) a great example of what it looks like when all of us work together with Green Chair to make good things happen for families.” t

Volunteer Claire Williams tests donated lamps, making sure they are in good working order.

Those interested in donating gently used furniture to The Green Chair Project can drop off items at the nonprofit’s headquarters at 1853 Capital Blvd., Raleigh.

Individuals can also visit thegreenchair.org to make a donation.

Donors are asked to fill out an online form, take a picture of the item, and Green Chair will arrange a pick-up time.

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Virtual Real Estate

Tech tools make buying a home safer and more efficient WRITTEN BY AMBER KEISTER | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

DESPITE MONTHS OF STAY-AT-HOME ORDERS and travel restrictions, people have continued to move to the Triangle, adding fuel to an already red hot housing market.

North Carolina was one of the top destinations for those relocating during the pandemic, according to a report from moving company United Van Lines. Between March and August, more people moved to the state than left, many of them coming from big urban centers in New York and California.

“I think we’re busier than ever, but we just don’t have enough listings,” said Colleen Blondell, founder of Cary-based Blondell Properties. “No agent has enough listings right now.”

Because of the demand for houses, especially in desirable neighborhoods, technology can give buyers a competitive advantage. And since these virtual tools can also reduce face-to-face encounters, real estate transactions haven’t slowed over the summer.

Help in a hot market

“If a house comes on the market midweek in this market, which is crazy, in a seller’s market — if a house comes on midweek, you may not have until the weekend to go see the house,” said Raleigh real estate agent Meredith Pope, explaining that some houses can sell within days.

The client might ask the realtor to visit the home, and using FaceTime or another app, walk through the house. These tours can be tailored to the client, addressing specific concerns.

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way, if there’s any odors in the home, we can bring it up right away on the video. ...Or, we might be able to open up cabinets and closets and look in garages.”

Sometimes these virtual walk-throughs are enough for buyers to make an offer — especially if a home is listed for less than $500,000. Blondell recalled an open house she hosted this summer.

“We had probably 30 showings on a Saturday, and two of the agents were helping their buyers buy virtually. They had never seen the house. We got two offers before the house was even active and available to see,” she said.

Time-saving benefits

“We’re able to walk through the home and showcase the good, the bad and the ugly.”

Most clients, however, want to see the house in person before they sign on the dotted line.

Josh Galvez and his wife, Tiffany, bought a home in Cary this summer, working with Blondell virtually, until the final decision.

The couple and their five children were relocating from Utah, and traveling back and forth to North Carolina was impractical. Besides the anxiety of flying during a pandemic, wrangling the children while touring potential homes would not have been ideal, Galvez says.

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Technology has enabled real estate agents like Colleen Blondell to stay busy selling houses. In fact, Zoom client meetings and other new procedures have ended up being more efficient and convenient. “We’ve definitely been able to be more effective, and just utilize the tools that have been available to us that we might not have been using before," she says.

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More Tech Tools for Real Estate Market TWO COMPANIES with local roots are betting that the home-buying experience will become increasingly virtual, especially when clients are younger and more tech savvy.

Atmos, founded by Durham native Nicholas Donahue, aims to streamline the process of building custom homes.The platform allows homebuyers to select a piece of property, pick a floor plan, find a lender and connect with a builder Nicholas Donahue with just a few clicks.

“Most people don’t consider building a home anymore,” Donahue said. “Our ability to make

the custom side simple enough or equivalent to that of a tract home builder makes it super enticing for people, especially the ones who are a little bit more picky and want something specific.”

After clients make their choices, a project manager is assigned to the project, addressing day-to-day complexities, preventing them from slowing the project or creating unforeseen costs.

The company has built fewer than a dozen homes in the Triangle, but is pinning its hopes on remote workers relocating from the two coasts. buildatmos.com

HomeRover, a free app created

by Raleigh-based BrightDoor, was developed specifically to improve the live video tours that real estate agents are already performing.

According to the website, on HomeRover “the host can complete checklist items as they move through the home, and both the host and participants can take still-image snapshots for later reference. Following the live tour, a video replay will be available.” homeroverapp.com

Colleen Blondell says real estate agents are doing more video tours these days. “I think we did it a year ago; we would do FaceTime and videos," she says, "But now, we have a lot more clients that are buying virtually.”

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Using an app called HomeSpotter, Blondell sent them listing information about houses they might be interested in, and many included 3D tours.

“We were able to click through and virtually walk through the house,” said Galvez, who works in cybersecurity for LogMeIn. “You could see the house and the rooms beyond a static photo.”

Once the couple had a list of possible matches, Blondell would do live video walk-throughs, giving them a guided tour of each home.

After looking at hundreds of homes virtually, the couple shortlisted 15 homes and flew in for the weekend to clinch the deal. They settled on a house with plenty of room for their children and high-speed internet, so Galvez could work from home.

“We ended up buying a bigger home than we originally planned,” he said. “After we came out here and saw it in person, we realized that we needed something with a little bit more space than what, on paper, seemed good.”

‘No going back’

Real estate professionals may have started using these virtual tools in place of face-to-face meetings, but agents say the technology is here to stay.

Pope says it’s “incredibly helpful” when prospective buyers, like the Galvezes, can rule out unsuitable homes without setting foot on the property. Using Google Maps, clients can check out the neighborhood, nearby amenities and the home’s exterior. And, they can “walk through” the home, if there’s a 3D virtual tour.

“They do not have time to look at 30 still pictures, and spend all day Saturday and Sunday, touring around,” said Pope, of her busy clients.

“This saves them time. They can be as engaged as they want, on their one-hour break at lunch, to go through a house, to look at the house on the land, and rule it out, rule it in.”

Josh Galvez, who moved to Cary in July with his family, says the video tours were helpful when he and his wife, Tiffany, were looking at potential homes. They picked their house after touring several that looked promising online, but didn't quite work in person.

A year ago, 3D tours were common only in more expensive properties, those listed for sale at $1 million or more, says Blondell. Now they are common at lower price points, because so many buyers are shopping virtually.

“I wouldn’t ever think of listing a house today without a virtual tour,” agreed Pope. “These virtual tours, they were one-offs before. Now they’re being offered because of COVID, but we’re realizing the value in them. There’s no going back.” t CARY MAGAZINE 41

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JAMIE READER had always wanted to own her own business, and in 2009, even though the economy was still recovering from the Great Recession, the time was right.

She launched Dust and Mop with one employee and the notion that many clients would prefer to use a locally owned, non-franchise cleaning service.

The Apex-based business is built on consistency, reliability, professional service and trust, Reader says.

“I really wanted something of my own, and I knew I wanted to provide a service that would be of value in my community,” she said.

“I love that our service makes people so happy, and sometimes it is just that little thing they need after a hard, stressful day; to come home to a clean home!”

Now with three locations and 19 employees, the successful company also gives back to the community, with free house cleanings for cancer patients and health care workers. Reader describes that program and how she and her team, as essential workers, have continued to serve clients.

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“I really wanted something of my own, and I knew I wanted to provide a service that would be of value in my community.”

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Debbie Sardone, the founder of Cleaning for a Reason, was my personal mentor and coach when I started my business. Debbie went on to start a group called Cleaning Business Fundamentals (CBF), the best of the best in the house cleaning industry. Debbie is still my coach, and I am now a Pro CBF coach and help other house cleaning entrepreneurs run successful businesses. t

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Thank You Apex Sincerely, Jane Wolfgang WRITTEN BY MANDY HOWARD | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

JANE WOLFGANG HAS A GIFT. The talented artist and teacher sees the world differently than most people.

To her, a water tower is not just functional. It is a symbol of town pride perfect for a postcard. An old building is every dream and enterprise that was ever encompassed within. A house is the formation and journey of the family who calls it home.

Everywhere Wolfgang looks, she sees the beauty of history. Through her art, Wolfgang shares that vision with others.

Known for her creative integration of

multiple media, Wolfgang uses photos, articles, menus, documents and more to help tell a story. She layers the artifacts within a painting, sometimes using them as a focal point, other times, letting them be the foundation.

“It’s kind of like finding Waldo. It might be hidden, but it’s still there,” Wolfgang said.

When the newly constructed Apex High School wanted a mural that would honor its history, Wolfgang was the natural fit.

“There was lots of fun and tears. It was hard work, choosing what to put in, what not to put in,” said Wolfgang.

Community members

Artist Jane Wolfgang is known for incorporating photos, blueprints, letters and other documents in her work. The technique can be seen in these details, taken from a mural hanging at Apex High School.

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attended the unveiling event in 2019. Olivia and Kevin Beardsley, Apex High class of 2015, went and were shocked to find themselves in the panel honoring the Apex marching band.

“Seeing the photo brought back great nostalgic memories of high school,” Olivia Beardsley said. “We were not dating at the time, and we began to feel how surreal it was that when the photo was taken, we had no idea what life had in store.”

Similarly, Wolfgang couldn’t have predicted what life had in store for her when her husband’s job relocated them to Apex in 2013. continued on page 50

Jane Wolfgang, mixed media artist and teacher, relaxes in her downtown Apex studio. In September, she closed the space and returned to Pennsylvania.

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“Her art was the only thing that I’ve ever seen that ties so many things together really beautifully and has the backdrop to history.”

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An art teacher in Pennsylvania’s public schools for 20 years, Wolfgang loved her career. She resisted moving and couldn’t imagine starting over. But one walk down Salem Street, its quaint colorful buildings canopied by Carolina sky, and she was smitten.

“I am obsessed with the blue sky and the pine trees,” she said, adding that her husband could attest to how long it takes to get anywhere. “Everywhere we go, I am always telling him to pull over to the side of the road, so I can take pictures.”

She wanted to share the beauty of North Carolina and the charm of Apex with her northern friends and family. But when she ventured out for postcards, she came home empty-handed. “How can you not have postcards from this town?” she remembers thinking.

She took it upon herself to rectify the situation. She took her photos, gathered materials and got to work. The first postcard she made featured the Apex water tower. Her most popular one is a colorful depiction of Salem Street.

Soon the postcards were sold in boutiques and, with the support of The Apex Gallery owner, Bethany Bryant, she also started selling prints of her designs. Her career quickly shifted from teacher to fully commissioned artist with a downtown studio.

Wolfgang is currently working on the biggest commissioned piece of her career, a signature-style mural for the renovated Colonial Inn Hillsborough.

“It is an awesome, massive piece we are going to put in the lobby, and it is the only piece of art that we have, right now, that is meant to be a permanent piece,” said general manager Elise Tyler.

Jane Wolfgang worked with students at Apex High School in 2018 to create 14 panels, each with a theme, to honor the history of Apex schools. These originals hang near the student services office at the high school, and large prints are displayed in the cafeteria.

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Tyler wanted something that highlighted the history of the iconic inn, but more-so, something that underscored the history and landmarks of the town.

“Her art was the only thing that I’ve ever seen that ties so many things together really beautifully and has the backdrop to history,” said Tyler.

From her authentic love of the community, to reaching a new pinnacle in her career, Apex has nurtured her. It is hard to imagine that in September, Wolfgang said farewell to the town that inspired her.

Fueled by faith and love, Wolfgang returned to the Keystone State to care for a family member.

In the seven years she was here, Wolfgang left a legacy that will enrich local communities for decades to come.

“Her work allowed us to have such happy closure. It was a delight to see our memories valued and immortalized. Through Jane’s art, we felt more connected with our lovely community of Apex,” said Olivia Beardsley.

“I think she’s doing an incredible thing,” said Tyler. “We hired her as an artist, but she has become a friend. We have a boutique hotel, so she always has a home here.”

Wolfgang will be in town the second weekend in October for the grand opening of the Colonial Inn, where she will be signing prints of the new mural. She also hopes to visit often, especially for the annual Apex PeakFest.

“I just want to say thank you. I’m so grateful and, hopefully, I’ll be back,” she said. “I’d like to think I left a piece of me here, that I left my mark. I know I’m leaving a piece of my heart.” t

When Jane Wolfgang moved to Apex in 2013, she wanted to send postcards to her friends but couldn't find any that captured the character of her new home. The artist created her own, and a new career was launched.

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The team has also developed creative ways to give back during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, they planned a surprise lunch to be delivered to the Cary Police Department.

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How does this small, boutique-style team close nearly 300 homes a year and support so many events and charities? They are blessed with an amazing support staff that works behind the scenes to make this all possible. “Our wonderful staff is just another one of the gifts that has been given to help us serve and support our local community,” Linda states. “We eagerly await our opportunity to help you with your buying and selling needs.”

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A child talks to ducks at Bond Lake, while children take to the park’s bike trails with dad in tow.

Teens shoot hoops during an early morning game at Davis Drive Park in Apex.

Women get a jump on the day during an exercise class at Davis Drive Park.

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Sunrise foot traffic in Cary's Bond Park has gotten busy in recent months.

On warm days, Bond Lake is a refreshing destination for boating and swimming.

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Harper, a Belgian Malinois, enjoys Bond Lake’s cool water while retrieving a ball for owner Mike Willoughby of Cary.

A group of runners beat the heat during an early morning run through Davis Drive Park.

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Siblings Mila and Zane Wilson find relief from the heat by racing their scooters through a sprinkler in a Raleigh neighborhood.

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A stroller is the perfect spot for a quick nap.

Friends socialize while keeping their distance on the boardwalk at Bond Park.

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Whether they’re hanging out with friends, walking the dog or boating on the river, many area residents safely enjoy the outdoors and each other's company.

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Pittsboro: The Epicenter of Groovy WRITTEN BY ALEXANDRA BLAZEVICH PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

TAKE A SCENIC DRIVE across Jordan Lake on U.S. 64, and you’ll find yourself in the heart of Pittsboro, known for its beverage game, music scene and small-town feel.

The Chatham County town of 5,000 boasts a single Food Lion, one charming city block of downtown shops and restaurants, and a growing art presence.

“It’s a wacky and wonderful place to live,” said nonprofit Chatham Arts Council member Catherine Hobbs, who has lived in Pittsboro since 2006.

The nonprofit’s mission is to invest in the arts and to educate children through the arts. Thanks to the council, murals have been painted on empty walls downtown, and there’s been an increase in creative classes for all ages in and around Pittsboro.

“Pond Scene” by sculptor Kimberli Matin was commissioned for a retirement community in Winston-Salem that was never built. Lyle Estill, owner of The Plant, bought the work, and it is now one of about 30 pieces of art on display at the eco-industrial park in Pittsboro.

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Hobbs’ focus at the Chatham Arts Council is community outreach – something that comes easy to her in Pittsboro.

Her husband’s family has lived here for generations, and their house stands on land he inherited from his great-grandfather.

“I love going into the library and knowing the librarians and the people who are working at the post office and the grocery store,” she said. “Living in a place where people know you and care about you has really been remarkable.”

Whether it’s taking her kids to S&T Soda Shoppe for an old-fashioned malted milkshake or grabbing a beer and oysters at Postal Fish Company, these experiences have helped her make a home in the closeknit community.

“We have a lot of transplants and a lot of people who have lived here their whole lives, and that creates a dynamic and interesting place to live,” Hobbs said.

Maria Parker-Lewis moved to Chatham County from Cary 13 years ago seeking a slower pace of life. She and her husband owned the Pittsboro Roadhouse from 2012 until earlier this year, and they plan to open The Sycamore, a high-end steak house, this fall.

“Even though [Pittsboro] is so close to Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Cary and Apex, you feel like you’re somewhere else,” she said.

“You will certainly experience local and small – because that’s what we are.”

Parker-Lewis is also president of Main Street Pittsboro, which promotes economic development downtown while preserving its deep-rooted history. The initiative began in 1980 to attract consumers back to local mom-and-pop shops after big-box stores opened in the area. Lately, the nonprofit organization has broadened its focus, backing a new welcome center downtown, where visitors are encouraged to explore all of Pittsboro.

Pittsboro’s historic district includes 131 buildings, including the Chatham County Courthouse. The district is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Deep River Mercantile is one of several specialty stores nestled in historic Pittsboro. The one-stop shop offers gifts for the home as well as a full-service interior design studio.

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A COVID-conscious rabbit sculpture appears absorbed in a book outside McIntyre’s Books at Fearrington Village, a residential community on an historic farm site between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. The village offers visitors luxurious accommodations, fine dining, specialty stores and beautiful gardens.

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“There is so much to this small town that you’re not going to see just on our main street,” Parker-Lewis said. “Our district is so small; we don’t want you being deceived into thinking that’s all there is to Pittsboro.”

The Plant is just one hidden gem not found downtown. Home of the Chatham Beverage District, a restaurant, art walk and a hemp boutique — this place is not to be missed for its unique Pittsboro flavor.

The area got its name from the Piedmont Biofuels Plant, which aimed to create sustainable biodiesel for an affordable price.

The building still sits on the 17-acre property, and while making sustainable biofuel did not turn out to be a feasible endeavor, the name stuck after the facility closed in 2013.

A couple enjoys ice cream sundaes at S&T’s Soda Shoppe, Pittsboro’s iconic lunch, dinner and ice cream restaurant. Filled with antiques and collectibles, this old-time destination gives patrons a blast from the past, as well as a full menu that includes a Bottomless Banana Split.

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The Plant is an eco-industrial park that highlights local art, food, a hemp boutique and the Chatham Beverage District, where visitors can taste and purchase spirits, beer and wine at Fair Game Beverage and Starrlight Mead.

“I would challenge anyone to come here and not fall in love.”

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LEFT: The Copper Frogs at The Plant were created by Orange County artist Daniel Mathewson. They were originally installed at the now closed garden center, Reba and Roses in Hillsborough, N.C.

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Lyle Estill moved to the Pittsboro area 30 years ago, to work for the biodiesel plant.

Now he owns The Plant, a beverage district and art destination serving up mead, spirits and cider – made daily on the property.

“It used to be forklifts and totes full of acid and big, boring pumps and 18-wheelers buying our product,” Estill said. “Then the Fair Game Beverage Company popped up across the street, and they rapidly changed our consumer experience at The Plant. We kind of went from everyone wearing steeltoed boots and uniforms; next thing you know, we’re a beverage district.

“We’re a place where people go and taste, and we’re a place where people go and buy bottles and hang out.”

Guests can also grab their beverage of choice and walk the property, strolling around roughly 30 art installations that Estill describes as “distressed industrial chic.”

These pieces were made by artists from South America to Estill’s own backyard.

Whether you come for the art, a tasting or a picnic in the fields, The Plant offers plenty of options that allow for social distancing — so your visit doesn’t have to wait.

“I heard [Pittsboro] referred to as the ‘epicenter of groovy’ in 2005,” Hobbs said.

“My wish is that in 2045, we can still confidently refer to it as the epicenter of groovy.

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After-dinner libations and a stroll through the art installations at The Plant.

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Worth the Drive:

Press Coffee + Crepes in Graham

WRITTEN BY DAVID MCCREARY | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

JUST 45 MINUTES WEST of Cary, in a small, historic decidedly Southern twist. Let’s face it: There aren’t many eateries downtown, sits a delightful European-style cafe practically beckonwhere you’ll find crepes like the Down Home with Carolina couning you to visit. try ham and Ashe County hoop cheese — or the Country Hash The moment you enter Press Coffee + Crepes in Graham, in topped with sausage gravy.

Alamance County, your senses will be drawn by inviting sights, An impressive selection of savory and sweet crepes are infused sounds and scents. At any given time of with fresh, local ingredients. day, a barista concocts a coffee drink. An“Our Phoenix club is a crepe we other smiling staffer pours a seasonal tea. gussied up with hoop cheese, bacon, Near the back of the dining room, a line ham, turkey, spinach, blistered tomacook ladles batter onto a trusty cast-iron toes, avocado and chipotle aioli,” said crepe maker.

DeVries, a high-energy gastronome It’s all in a day’s work at Press, a lively passionate about creating distinctive yet casual spot where locals come to enjoy menu offerings. some of the most inventive beverages and The Veggie Medley arrives at the cuisine available in a town that continues table filled with sweet potatoes, baked to bolster its culinary scene. Housed in pears, arugula, red onions, roasted red an 1850s era former newspaper operapeppers, goat cheese and spicy maple tion, the restaurant features exposed brick mustard. Get your sweet on with any walls, Edison-style lights, ornate crown of the half-dozen sugary crepes. For molding and eye-catching chalkboard an over-the-top culinary experience, menus. Rotating local artwork provides get the stuffed French toast crepe with an extra touch of charm. cream-cheese filling, cinnamon, maple “I’ve told people before that we’re a syrup and scratch-made whipped cream. downtown revitalization project disguised Spring for the small upcharge, and add as a business,” said co-proprietor Jason Cox, fresh berries. a serial entrepreneur and real-estate develIf you’re not in the mood for crepes, Housed in a restored 1850s building in Graham, N.C., oper who partnered with longtime restauconsider the black bean hummus toast Press Coffee + Crepes reflects a European sensibility blended with Southern charm. rateur Brett DeVries to open Press in 2016. with heirloom tomatoes, arugula, overBefore debuting the cafe, the two easy eggs and lemon aioli. men agreed that downtown Graham “This is a great offset dish to avocado needed more than a typical coffeehouse or sandwich shop. Both toast,” DeVries said. had previously traveled to Europe and were intrigued by crepes.

Or maybe you want to nosh on some hash brown waffles, As it turns out, folks in Graham also have been captivated by which Cox dubbed as “carb heaven.”

Press’ concept, which takes European-inspired food and gives it a continued on page 86

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The Phoenix Club is a crepe stuffed with turkey, ham, bacon, hoop cheese, tomatoes and spinach. It arrives topped with chipotle aioli and avocado.

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A line cook expertly rolls a hearty Country Hash crepe, which is served with sausage gravy and two over-easy eggs.

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From the beginning, we wanted to create a place where anyone can gather and experience a sense of community and serendipity.

— Jason Cox, co-proprietor, Press Coffee + Crepes

Chalkboard specials are served seven days a week and include intriguing items like The Elvis, which “rocks the house” with peanut butter, banana, bacon, crumbled pretzels and honey, or the Caprese, featuring mozzarella cheese, pesto and blistered cherry tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic glaze and basil.

It’s worth noting that Cox and DeVries have worked hard to create what they call a distinctive “third place”, where people can go besides home and work and can find a safe, welcoming space.

“From the beginning, we wanted to create a place where anyone can gather and experience a sense of community and serendipity,” said Cox. “We see everyone from moms with kids in strollers and Elon (University) students to blue- and white-collar workers and elderly folks. It’s a diverse and loyal customer base.”

Those who come for their daily dose of caffeine can choose from cappuccino, latte, macchiato, cold brew, French press, pour over and more — all sourced from Counter Culture Coffee. Prefer an offbeat seasonal offering? Order a peppered pumpkin latte prepared with house spice mix and cayenne pepper. continued on page 89

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LEFT: A cook spreads batter on a cast-iron crepe maker.

BELOW: The cafe sources its coffee from Counter Culture Coffee in Durham, and a wide variety of specialty brews are available.

ABOVE: Seasonal hot beverages like the Citrus Cider Chai augment the lattes and cappuccinos on the drink menu.

RIGHT: The Farmer's Market crepe is packed with vegetables and hoop cheese from Ashe County.

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Of the sweet crepes on the Press menu, the Berries and Cream is a popular choice -- especially when blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries are in season.

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We do some wonderful things with coffee and tea that are high quality and well balanced.

— Ashley Aguirre, general manager, Press Coffee + Crepes

Organic, free-trade tea comes in black, white, herbal and green varieties. For something extraordinary, try a citrus cider chai kissed with house made orange ginger syrup. Let’s just say it’s definitely worth sharing on Instagram.

“We do some wonderful things with coffee and tea that are high quality and well balanced,” said general manager Ashley Aguirre.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff are committed to guiding each guest toward making solid choices and ensuring everyone enjoys a satisfying outing. Space in the dining room is limited due to pandemic-related precautions, but outdoor seating also is available.

And here’s some additional good news for no extra charge: Cox and DeVries plan to open a second Press location at the American Tobacco campus in Durham by early 2021.

“The space will be bigger with a courtyard, and we’ll also have a proper full kitchen,” Cox said. “We look forward to creating another vibrant gathering spot for people in Durham to enjoy.”

Press Coffee + Crepes is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A weekend brunch menu features food specials plus beer, wine and cocktails. t 133 North Main St., Graham (336) 395-3645 presscc.com

The cafe's owners fell in love with crepes and brought the concept to Graham, N.C., where patrons also embraced the idea.

Inside seating is limited due to pandemic restrictions, but guests can also enjoy their meals on the patio.

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The Triangle’s award-winning destination for cooks, foodies, chefs and gadget lovers.

Keftedes (Greek Meatballs) with Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber Yogurt Sauce)

Makes about 50 meatballs These Greek-style meatballs are tender, juicy and full of fabulous flavors! Pair these meatballs with fresh, dilly tzatziki sauce. Serve the hot meatballs with a side dip of tzatziki sauce and a side salad. Or, place a few meatballs in a pita pocket, add fresh greens and generously drizzle with tzatziki sauce. Alternatively, an orzo pilaf would be a great complement to the meatballs and tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients: 1 onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced 2 tablespoons fresh mint, minced 2 slices dry, white bread, crusts removed 1/2 cup milk 1 pound ground beef 1 pound ground lamb 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 large egg, beaten 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup flour Olive oil for pan frying

Directions: 1. Using a knife or small food processor, prep the onion, garlic, parsley and mint. Set aside.

2. Dip the slices of dry bread into the milk. Wring out any extra milk. Crumble the soaked bread into a large bowl.

3. Add the ground beef, ground lamb, onion, garlic, minced herbs, oregano, egg, lemon juice and lemon zest, salt and pepper. Mix with clean hands until the mixture is evenly combined.

4. Using a cookie scoop or hands, roll meat mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll each meatball in a dusting of flour, then place on a parchment-lined baking pan. (Extra meatballs may be frozen at this stage, and cooked later.)

5. In a large skillet, add a thin layer of olive oil and heat. Once hot, and working in batches, add a few meatballs to the pan. Roll the meatballs around until nicely browned on all sides. Place the cooked meatballs in a covered dish while cooking the remaining meatballs. Serve hot.

Directions: 1. Prepare the cucumber by peeling, removing the seeds, and grating with a coarse grater. Place the grated cucumber in cheesecloth, and squeeze out any extra liquid. Lightly salt the cucumber and let drain for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator.

2. Mince the dill, grate or crush the garlic, and juice the lemon.

3. Mix all the ingredients together.

Salt and pepper, to taste.

Tzatziki Sauce

Makes about 1 1/2 cups Ingredients: 1 English cucumber, coarsely grated 1 cup whole milk, plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced 1 clove garlic, grated or crushed 1 lemon, juiced Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

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The Robola Cooperative of Cephalonia was founded in 1982, and today consists of over 300 members who individually tend their vineyards. Robola is an indigenous grape to Greece.

Founded in 2007, Dio Fili Estate is the result of years of friendship between John Polyzou and winemaker Yiannis Boutaris. The wine is a blend of Xinomavro and Moschomavro, both indigenous Greek grapes.

Founded in 1913, Mitravelas Estate is the oldest modern winery in Nemea, the largest red wine appellation in Greece.

The Red on Black is made from 100% Agiorgitiko, a grape indigenous to Greece.

This Robola is a light color wine with aromas of white flowers, citrus, lime zest and tea leaves. The palate displays notes of tea leaves, citrus flavors, whitefleshed fruits with fresh acidity, and a long aftertaste.

This rose has aromas of rich, ripe red berries, crisp stone fruit and hints of white pepper. Floral and spicy, the palate is medium- to full-bodied, with flavors of ripe raspberries and wild strawberries, and a point of sweetness.

Aromas of plum, ripe blackberry, cherry and fresh herbs are present. On the palate, the wine is bright, vibrant, and filled with fruits such as blueberry. The wine has a long finish.

The wine brings out the mint and parsley in the meatballs and smooths out the tartness and acidity of the tzatziki sauce. $14.99

The rose tones down the onion and the lemon in the meatballs, but notably brings out the mint and oregano. It tones down the bitterness of the cucumber and the tartness in the tzatziki sauce. $14.99

The protein and fat in the meatball and the yogurt in the tzatziki sauce subdue the astringency of the tannins in the wine. The wine smooths out the pronounced edges of the tzatziki sauce. $14.99

Bill Allen holds a first-level certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers and a Specialist of Wine certification from the Society of Wine Educators.

He has worked as a wine educator with the Triangle Wine Company for five years.

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Harvest Time Pumpkin Ale from Big Boss Brewing

WRITTEN BY DAVE TOLLEFSEN | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

HAVE YOU EMBRACED all things pumpkin yet? Pumpkin lattes, air fresheners, breads and shakes all scream, “Fall is here!” When it comes to craft beer, there are plenty of pumpkin beers out there, BUT do they actually contain this wonderful fall fruit? Yes, pumpkin is actually a fruit — so much that New Hampshire named it their state fruit in 2006.

Pumpkins are very mild in flavor on their own, but when you add a few spices, the flavor is greatly enhanced. There are pumpkin beers that contain only spices — wait, no pumpkin in a pumpkin beer?

I am an advocate that if a beer is labeled or marketed as a pumpkin beer, then it needs to include pumpkin as an ingredient. Spices can do the heavy lifting for flavor, but pumpkin should still play a major part.

Big Boss Brewing offers Harvest Time Pumpkin Ale to welcome you to the fall season. Brewed with real pumpkin and their proprietary blend of spices, this beer offers a nice balance between actual pumpkin flavor and spices. There’s a nice dose of cinnamon and nutmeg that stand out among the other spices. It’s not liquid

pumpkin pie, and it really shouldn’t be, because then it would be labeled as a “dessert beer.” The malt flavor is still present to remind you that it is a beer, and it finishes crisp and clean. This is an easy drinking beer to enjoy as you relax in the backyard while a fire crackles in a fire pit, and the leaves gently descend all around you.

Big Boss Brewing is located at 1249 Wicker Drive in Raleigh. The brewery started in 2006 and shipped its first beer to the Triangle in 2007. As they say at Big Boss, their beers are “designed to be appreciated, but crafted to be enjoyed.”

Dave Tollefsen is one of the NCBeerGuys – they have been promoting North Carolina craft beer and breweries on their website, ncbeerguys.com, since 2012. He is an avid homebrewer for more than 10 years and is also part of the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild.

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Bellini Fine Italian Cuisine “Everything is made fresh from scratch in our kitchen.”

107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Suite 119, Cary; (919) 552-0303; bellinifineitaliancuisinecary.com

Abbey Road Tavern & Grill “Great food … outstanding live music.”

1195 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 481-4434; abbeyroadnc.com

Big Dom’s Bagel Shop “Serving bagels, B’donuts and sandwiches” 203 E Chatham St., Cary; (919) 377-1143; bigdomsbagelshop.com

Alex & Teresa’s Italian Pizzeria & Trattoria “Authentic Italian recipes and homemade pasta.”

941 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 377-0742; alexandteresastrattoria.com Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream “Premium quality ice cream and sorbet.”

10120 Green Level Church Road #208, Cary; (919) 901-8560; andiasicecream.com

Ashworth Drugs “Quintessential place for freshsqueezed lemonade, old-fashioned milkshakes and hot dogs.”

105 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 467-1877; ashworthdrugs.com

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Academy Street Bistro “A fresh take on Italian-American cuisine in the heart of Cary.” 200 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 377-0509; academystreetbistro.com

Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 1222 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 799-2023; brewnquenc.com Bonefish Grill “Fresh is our signature.”

2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-1347; bonefishgrill.com

Annelore’s German Bakery “Authentic German pastries, breads and pretzels” 308 W. Chatham St., Cary (919) 267-6846 anneloresbakery.com

Bosphorus Restaurant “Traditional Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.”

329-A N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 460-1300; bosphorus-nc.com

Asali Desserts & Café A gourmet sweet shop crossed with a refined coffeehouse.

107 Edinburgh Dr., Suite 106-A, Cary (919) 362-7882 asalicafe.com

BottleDog Bites & Brews “A casual place to relax and enjoy unconventional food and craft beer” 8306 Chapel Hill Road, Cary (919) 390-1617; bottledogcary.com

Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine “East African eatery showcasing vegetarian and vegan options.”

904 Northeast Maynard Road, Cary (919) 377-2599 awazecuisine.com

Bravo’s Mexican Grill “Extensive menu raises the ante considerably above the typical Tex-Mex.” 208 Grande Heights Drive, Cary (919) 481-3811; bravosmexicangrill.net

Dining Guide Brewster’s Pub “Open late, serving a full food and drink menu.” ​ 1885 Lake Pine Drive, Cary (919) 650-1270; brewsterspubcary.com Brig’s “Breakfast creations, cool salads and hot sandwich platters.”

1225 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 481-9300; 1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 604, Cary; (919) 859-2151; brigs.com 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 Cilantro Indian Café “Northeast Indian cuisine with fresh ingredients and halal meats.”

107 Edinburgh S. Drive , Suite 107, Cary; (919) 234-1264; cilantroindia.com CinéBistro “Ultimate dinner-and-a-movie experience.”

525 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 987-3500; cinebistro.com/waverly Cinnaholic “Over-the-top, decadent cinnamon rolls.”

1209 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 650-1407; cinnaholiccary.com City Barbeque “Barbeque in its truest form.”

1305 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 439-5191; citybbq.com Coffee & Crepes “Freshly prepared sweet and savory crepes.”

315 Crossroads Blvd., Cary; (919) 233-0288; coffeeandcrepes.com Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar “Good old-fashioned burgers and bottled soda.”

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

Craft Public House “Casual family restaurant.”

1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 601, Cary; (919) 851-9173; craftpublichouse.com Crema Coffee Roaster & Bakery “Family-owned and operated.”

1983 High House Road, Cary; (919) 380-1840; cremacoffeebakery.com Crosstown Pub & Grill “A straight-forward menu covers all the bases.”

140 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 650-2853; crosstowndowntown.com Danny’s Bar-B-Que “All slow-cooked on an open pit with hickory wood.”

311 Ashville Ave. G, Cary; (919) 851-5541; dannysbarbque.com Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.”

1979 High House Road, Cary; (919) 388-9930; dohertysirishpubnc.com Enrigo Italian Bistro “Fresh food made from pure ingredients.”

575 New Waverly, Suite 106, Cary; (919) 854-7731; dineenrigo.com Five Guys Burgers and Fries 1121 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 380-0450; fiveguys.com Fresca Café & Gelato “French-styled crepes … gelato made with ingredients directly from Italy.”

302 Colonades Way #109, Cary; (919) 581-8171; frescacafe.com Goodberry’s Frozen Custard 1146 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 467-2386 2325 Davis Drive, Cary; (919) 469-3350; goodberrys.com Great Harvest Bread Co. “Real food that tastes great.”

1220 NW Maynard Road, Cary (919) 460-8158; greatharvestcary.com

J&S Pizza Authentic Italian cuisine and New York-style pizza since 1995.

Locations in Apex, Cary and Fuquay-Varina. jandsnypizza.com

Gonza Tacos y Tequila “Award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine.”

525-105 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 653-7310; gonzatacosytequila.com Herons “The signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.” 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary; (919) 447-4200; theumstead.com/dining/restaurants-raleigh-nc JuiceVibes “Made-to-order juices from locally sourced produce.”

1369 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 377-8923; juicevibes.com Jimmy V’s Steakhouse & Tavern “Certified Angus Beef … fresh seafood, Italian specialties, homemade desserts.”

107 Edinburgh South, Suite 131, Cary; (919) 380-8210; jimmyvssteakhouse.com Kababish Café “A celebration of deliciousness and creativity.”

201 W. Chatham St., Suite 103, Cary; (919) 377-8794; kababishcafe.com

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Dining Guide LemonShark Poke “The finest poke ingredients and local brews on tap.”

2000 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 333-0066; lemonsharkpoke.com Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.”

110 SW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 460-8757; lostresmagueyescary.com

Duck Donuts “Warm, delicious and just the way you like them.”

100 Wrenn Drive #10, Cary; (919) 468-8722; duckdonuts.com/location/cary-nc ko•än “Upscale, contemporary Southeast Asian dishes.”

2800 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-9229; koancary.com

Tribeca Tavern “Local craft beers, gourmet burgers and American grub in a casual setting.”

500 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 465-3055; tribecatavernnc.com La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.”

4248 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; 220 W. Chatham St., Cary; 5055 Arco Street, Cary; (919) 657-0657; lafarmbakery.com

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen “Exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes.”

7307 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 233-1632 lucky32.com/cary Lucky Chicken “All of our beautiful Peru, with every dish.”

1851 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 338-4325; luckychickennc.net Marco Pollo “Peruvian rotisserie chicken.”

1871 Lake Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 694-5524; marcopollocary.com

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Dining Guide Maximillians Grill & Wine Bar “Global cuisine using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.”

8314 Chapel Hill Road, Cary; (919) 465-2455; maximilliansgrill.com Mithai Indian Café “Bengali-style sweet and savory selections free of preservatives and artificial flavors.”

744-F East Chatham St., Cary (919) 469-9651; mithaius.com MOD Pizza “Serving artisan style pizzas, superfast.”

316 Colonades Way Suite 206-C, Cary (919) 241-72001; modpizza.com/locations/waverly Noodle Boulevard “Ten variations on the ramen theme, covering a pan-Asian spectrum.”

1718 Walnut St., Cary; (984) 222-3003; noodleblvd.com Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Café “The fast track to sweet tooth satisfaction.”

115-G W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 319-6554; bluemoonbakery.com

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Cooking the BEST New York Italian food in Western Wake since 1993!

Pizzeria Faulisi “Simple foods from a simple way of cooking: a wood-burning oven.”

215 E. Chatham St., Suite 101, Cary; pizzeriafaulisi.com Pro’s Epicurean Market & Café “Gourmet market, café and wine bar.”

211 East Chatham Street, Cary; (919) 377-1788; prosepicurean.com Pure Juicery Bar “The Triangle’s only all-vegan juice bar.”

716 Slash Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 234-1572; purejuicerybar.com

Ricci’s Trattoria “Keeping true to tradition.”

10110 Green Level Church Road, Cary; (919) 380-8410; riccistrattoria.com Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

8111-208 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary; (919) 851-3999; ruckuspizza.com Ruth’s Chris Steak House “Cooked to perfection.”

2010 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-0033; ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/cary Serendipity Gourmet Deli “Discovering the unusual, valuable or pleasantly surprising.” 118 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 469-1655; serendipitygourmetdelinc.com

Rally Point Sport Grill “Lunch and dinner food in a pub atmosphere.”

837 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 678-1088; rallypointsportgrill.com Red Bowl Asian Bistro “Each distinctive dish is handcrafted.”

2020 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 388-9977; redbowlcary.com

Sophie’s Grill & Bar “Traditional pub fare along with Old-World cuisine.”

2734 NC-55, Cary; (919) 355-2377; sophiesgrillandbar.com

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Dining Guide Sugar Buzz Bakery “Custom cakes … and more.”

1231 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 238-7224; sugarbuzzbakery.com Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea “Globally influenced coffees and teas.”

726 Slash Pine Drive, Suite 280, Cary (919) 377-2505; sweetwaterscafe.com

Mellow Mushroom “Beer, calzones and creative stonebaked pizzas.”

4300 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 463-7779 mellowmushroom.com Spirits Pub & Grub “Wide variety of menu items, all prepared in a scratch kitchen.”

701 E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 462-7001; spiritscary.com

Taipei 101 “Chinese and Taiwanese. Serves lunch and dinner.” 121 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 388-5885; facebook.com/carytaipei101

Famous Toastery “Top-notch service for breakfast, brunch and lunch.”

Waverly Place Shopping Center, 316 Colonades Way, Suite 201C, Cary; (919) 655-1971 famoustoastery.com

Tangerine Café “From Thai to Vietnamese to Korean to Indonesian.”

2422 SW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 468-8688; tangerinecafecary.com

Stellino’s Italiano “Traditional Italian favorites with a modern twist.”

1150 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 694-5761; stellinositaliano.com

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Dining Guide Tazza Kitchen “Wood-fired cooking and craft beverages.”

600 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 651-8281; tazzakitchen.com/location/stonecreekvillage Thai Spices & Sushi “Freshest, most-authentic Thai cuisine and sushi.” 986 High House Road, Cary; (919) 319-1818; thaispicesandsushi.com The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 231 Grande Heights Drive, Cary; (919) 468-6007; thebigeasyovenandtap.com The Original N.Y. Pizza “Consistent every visit.”

831 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 677-8484 2763 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 363-1007 6458 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 852-2242 theoriginalnypizza.com Totopos Street Food & Tequila “A walk through … Mexico City.”

1388 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 678-3449; totoposfoodandtequila.com/cary

Five Guys Burgers and Fries “Fresh ingredients, hand-prepared.”

Visit fiveguys.com for area locations.

Tribeca Tavern “Handcrafted burgers, homegrown beer.”

500 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 465-3055; facebook.com/TribecaTavern

Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

Visit ruckuspizza.com for area locations.

Udupi Café “Authentic south Indian vegetarian cuisine.”

590 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 465-0898; sriudupicafe.com

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We strive to provide each guest with an experience they will remember.

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Dining Guide Verandah “Southern casual environment in a modern, boutique hotel.”

301 A. Academy St., Cary; (919) 670-5000; verandahcary.com

Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 2045 Creekside Landing Drive, Apex; (919) 338-2591; brewnquenc.com

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Buttercream’s Bake Shop “Wholesome, scratch-baked.”

101 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 362-8408; buttercreamsbakeshop.com

Abbey Road Tavern & Grill 1700 Center St., Apex; (919) 372-5383; abbeyroadnc.com

Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering “Pasta dishes, hand-stretched pizzas and scratch-made desserts.” 1430 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-1006; danielsapex.com V Pizza “True Neapolitan pizza, made with the absolute best ingredients.”

1389 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 650-1821; vpizza.com

Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.”

100 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 267-6237; annaspizzeria.com

Common Grounds Coffee House & Desserts “The highest-quality, locally roasted coffee.”

219 N. Salem St., Suite 101, Apex; (919) 387-0873; commongroundsapex.com

Apex Wings Restaurant & Pub “Time-tested eatery serving up chicken wings and craft beers.”

518 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 387-0082;apexwings.com

Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” ​​5490 Apex Peakway, Apex; ​(919) 387-4100; dohertysirishpubnc.com

Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe “A blend of Northern classics and Southern comforts.”

1232 W. Williams St., Apex 919-372-5000; BonafideBakeshop.com

Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1075 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 616-0011; fiveguys.com

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Dining Guide Mamma Mia Italian Bistro “A taste of Italy in every bite” 708 Laura Duncan Road, Apex; (919) 363-2228; mammamianc.com Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

1055 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 446-6333; ruckuspizza.com Rudy’s Pub & Grill “Comfortable and familiar, just like home.”

780 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-5061; rudysofapex.com Salem Street Pub “Friendly faces and extensive menu.”

113 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 387-9992; salemstreetpub.com Scratch Kitchen and Taproom “Asian-influenced American cuisine” 225 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5370; scratchkitchenandtaproom.com

Sassool “Serving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine.”

1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 300-5586; sassool.com Skipper’s Fish Fry “Homemade from our own special recipes.”

1001 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-2400; skippersfish.com

Clean Juice “Organic juices, smoothies and acai bowls.”

3035 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 468-8286; cleanjuice.com The Provincial “Fresh. Simple.”

119 Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5921; theprovincialapex.com

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Dining Guide Vegan Community Kitchen “Meatless with a Turkish spin.”

803 E Williams St., Apex; (919) 372-5027; vegancommunitykitchen.com

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

401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.com

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Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.”

127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com

Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.”

138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com

Lugano Ristorante “Italian dining in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.”

1060 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 468-7229; luganocary.com

The Wake Zone Espresso “Your special home away from home.”

6108 Old Jenks Road, Apex; (919) 267-4622; thewakezone.com

Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.”

525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com Cultivate Coffee Roasters “Modern industrial twist on a small town coffee shop.”

128 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay Varina (919) 285-4067; cultivate.coffe Juicehaus “Made-to-order fresh, raw juice.”

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

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 Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Serves lunch, dinner and drinks.”

1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-0962; facebook.com/ winginitbarandgrille

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

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

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Dining Guide Los Tres Magueyes 325 North Main Street, Holly Springs; (919) 552-6272; lostresmagueyes.com Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.”

304 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.”

301 W. Center St., Holly Springs; (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com Rise Biscuits & Donuts 169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Thai Thai Cuisine “Fresh authentic Thai food.”

108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs; (919) 303-5700; thaithaicuisinenc.com

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

4200 Lassiter Rd, Holly Springs (919) 267-919); thebutchersmarkets.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 The Original N.Y. Pizza 634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (919) 567-0505; theoriginalnypizza.com

MORRISVILLE Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken “Unforgettable rotisserie chicken.”

9575 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 378-9259; alpacachicken.com Another Broken Egg Café “A totally egg-ceptional experience.”

1121 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 465-1079; anotherbrokenegg.com

Rey’s “Fine dining with a French Quarter flair.”

1130 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh (919) 380-0122; reysrestaurant.com

Babymoon Café “Pizzas, pastas, seafood, veal, steaks, sandwiches and gourmet salads.”

100 Jerusalem Drive, Suite 106, Morrisville; (919) 465 9006; babymooncafe.com

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Dining Guide Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar “The quality of the beef and the toppings make our burgers stand apart.”

3300 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 297-0953; baddaddysburgerbar.com B. Good “Health-conscious versions of fast-food favorites.”

1000 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 234-1937; bgood.com Capital City Chop House “Perfect place for a business lunch or dinner or a quick bite before catching a flight.”

151 Airgate Drive, Morrisville; (919) 484-7721; chophousesofnc.com Clean Juice “Organic juices, smoothies and acai bowls.”

3035 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 468-8286; cleanjuice.com Crumbl Cookies Super-sized treats with a rotating menu of classic and unusual flavors.

1105 Market Center Drive, Morrisville (919) 364-1100; crumblcookies.com Desy’s Grill & Bar “Straightforward pub grub at a relaxed sports bar.”

10255 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 200, Morrisville; (919) 380-1617; desysbar.com Firebirds Wood Fired Grill “Steaks, seafood, chicken and ribs, all seared over local hickory, oak and pecan wood.”

3200 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 653-0111; morrisville.firebirdsrestaurants.com Fount Coffee + Kitchen “Coffee and a menu that is 100 percent gluten-free.”

10954 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (984) 888-5454; fountcoffee.com The Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen “Homemade recipes handed down over the years.”

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G. 58 Modern Chinese Cuisine “Master chefs from China create an unforgettable fine dining experience.”

10958 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8858; g58cuisine.com

Taste Vietnamese “Prepared with passion and perfected through generations.”

152 Morrisville Square Way, Morrisville; (919) 234-6385; tastevietnamese.com

Georgina’s Pizzeria & Restaurant “Mouthwatering homemade Italian dishes.”

3536 Davis Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3820; georginaspizzeriaandrestaurant.com

Village Deli & Grill “Wholesome homemade foods.”

909 Aviation Parkway #100, Morrisville; (919) 462-6191; villagedeli.net

HiPoke “Fresh Fun Poke.”

9573 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 650-3398; hipokes.com

ZenFish Poké Bar “Guilt-free, healthy, fast-casual dining.”

9924 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 234-0914; zenfishpokebar.com

Los Magueyes Fajita House 9605 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 481-9002; lostresmagueyes.com

RALEIGH

Neomonde “A wonderful mix of traditional and contemporary Mediterranean menu items.”

10235 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8100; neomonde.com Nothing Bundt Cakes “Cakes are baked fresh daily, in a variety of flavors and sizes.”

2008 Market Center Drive, Unit 17130, Morrisville; (919) 694-5300; nothingbundtcakes.com Rise Biscuits & Donuts “Old school, new school, and specialty donuts.”

1100 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 377-0385; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits 1101 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3500; ruckuspizza.com Saffron Restaurant & Lounge “Gourmet Indian dining experience.”

4121 Davis Drive, Morrisville; (919) 469-5774; saffronnc.com Smokey’s BBQ Shack “Meats are dry rubbed with love and slow smoked with hickory wood.”

10800 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 469-1724; smokeysshack.com

Angus Barn “World-renowned for its service.”

9401 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh; (919) 781-2444; angusbarn.com Annelore’s German Bakery “Pastries using the finest local ingredients.”

1249 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh (919) 294-8040; facebook.com/AnneloresGermanBakery Barry’s Café “A restaurant that honors firefighters.”

2851 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh; (919) 859-3555; barryscafe.com The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.”

222 Fayetteville St., Raleigh (919) 832-6082; thebigeasyovenandtap.com Flying Biscuit Café “Southern-inspired menu of comfort food made with fresh ingredients.”

2016 Clark Ave., Raleigh (919) 833-6924, flyingbiscuit.com/locations-2/Raleigh Mandolin “World class food, wine and spirits in a soulful, comforting atmosphere.”

2519 Fairview Road, Raleigh (919) 322-0365; mandolinraleigh.com The Pit “Authentic whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue.”

328 W. Davie St., Raleigh; (919) 890-4500; thepit-raleigh.com

GOOD FOOD makes for GOOD TIMES. Whether the day’s plans include a picnic for two in a kayak, an oyster roast on the side porch, or a potluck cookout on the beach, we’re here to help you break bread with family and friends.

Don’t spend time and energy lugging groceries over from the mainland. From fresh local seafood, to USDA Prime meats and local produce, to an extensive wine selection and gourmet deli, you’ll find just what you’re looking for and more.

Savor breakfast or lunch at our newly expanded Maritime Market Café, or call ahead and for custom take-out appetizers or complete family meals. Save time when you order your groceries and meals on the Market’s website and have them waiting for you in your home when you arrive.

Stay in-the-know about wine tastings, “Howl at the Moon” parties and special café dinners by visiting us online, following us on facebook or subscribing to our email. Don’t forget to call on Sweet Bay Catering for all your on-island special event needs too!

Hours vary seasonally | 8 Maritime Way | 910-457-7450 www.facebook.com/MaritimeMarket | claudepope@yahoo.com

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WELL-STOCKED DELI • CAFÉ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH • FAMILY MEALS TO GO • GROCERY DELIVERY • ON-ISLAND CATERING • FRESH NC SEAFOOD • USDA PRIME MEATS • LOCAL PRODUCE

WELL-STOCKED DELI • CAFÉ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH • FAMILY MEALS TO GO • GROCERY DELIVERY • ON-ISLAND CATERING • FRESH NC SEAFOOD • USDA PRIME MEATS • LOCAL PRODUCE

• GROCERY DELIVERY • ON-ISLAND CATERING • FRESH NC SEAFOOD • USDA PRIME MEATS • LOCAL PRODUCE • FINE WINES • GOURMET CHEESES •

• GROCERY DELIVERY • ON-ISLAND CATERING • FRESH NC SEAFOOD • USDA PRIME MEATS • LOCAL PRODUCE • FINE WINES • GOURMET CHEESES •

garden adventurer WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY L.A. JACKSON

Frilly-Dilly!

The Crown Imperial Fritillaria FALL IS, of course, the prime time to plant bulbs of spring-bloomers such as tulips, daffodils and crocuses, but, while these pretties can add flash to the early growing season, they do tend to take on a sameness from year to year. That’s why it is fun to occasionally try out bulbs that are completely different in dazzling looks. Need an example? One of my favorites is the crown imperial fritillaria (Fritillaria imperialis).

Just with the tag “crown imperial,” this fritillaria has to deliver the visual goods, and it does. For starters, it is a dilly of a frilly bloomer that stands out as a tower of flowers in the spring garden on singular, strong stalks stretching upwards to almost four feet tall. Topping these impressive stems are large clusters of dangling, bell-shaped blossoms crowned with tufts of green leaves, leading to its alternate name “pineapple lily.”

The fancy blooms of this fritillaria come in equally flashy colors, including the rich yellow of the cultivar ‘Lutea Maxima’ and simmering reddish-orange of ‘Rubra Maxima.’

These two tend to be the easiest found in local garden centers at this time of year, and online shoppers can order them from regional e-shops such as Brent and Becky’s Bulbs (brentandbeckysbulbs.com) in Gloucester, Va. Like most fall-planted bulbs, crown imperials perform better in sunny sites that receive at least some filtered shade from the afternoon sun. After buying, don’t wait to plant — these bulbs (which can be rather large) prefer to settle in sooner rather than later in the autumn garden. The

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‘Rubra Maxima’ Fritillaria

growing ground should be well worked and heavily amended with fully decomposed compost or commercial soil conditioner for superior drainage, because these bulbs will rot in heavy soils. Bulb fertilizer can be added, but to prevent chemical root burn, spread such nutrient nuggets over the ground rather than in the planting holes.

Speaking of rot — I know, lovely subject — a nifty trick to further prevent this unproductive yuck is to plant the bulbs sideways, because they have single stem ports on their tops that can turn into collection points for water.

While it does look fancy in full bloom, crown imperial fritillaria has one offsetting characteristic:

It stinks. There is a skunky-ness to the bulbs, stems and foliage, with the flowers being slightly less so.

It is not overpowering, however, and does serve a positive purpose. Rabbits, squirrels and deer will also notice the odor and leave these beauties alone, which greatly increases their chances to add a special glory to your spring garden.

L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine. Want to ask L.A. a question about your garden? Contact him by email at lajackson1@gmail.com.

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Butterfly bushes (Buddleia

davidii) are popular landscape pretties, but if there is one knock against them, it is that they (older cultivars, in particular) can be seedy, on the verge of weedy. To prevent butterfly bushes from scattering their progeny hither and yon in your landscape, now is the time to cut off and dispose of spent flower clusters before their seed heads begin to open, which usually happens around November. However, don’t get too crazy with the clippers. Now is not the time for a full-blown pruning — wait until late winter to cut back any overgrown branches.

Butterfly bush and seeds

To Do in the GARDEN

October

• If you are thinking about expanding the veggie patch or flower bed next year, roll up those sleeves and get to work now. Dig up or rototill the areas, and leave them rough through the winter to allow rains and freezing temperatures to help break up the soil.

• Speaking of falling foliage, an easy way to keep such autumn debris out of the water garden is to stretch a fine mesh net or wire screen over the pond to catch any wayward leaves.

• While falling autumn leaves can be pretty sights, they can also be pretty suffocating on a lawn if such spent foliage isn’t raked up every few days. This is especially true for newly established lawns.

• During this Halloween season, haunt your favorite local garden shops for great end-of-the-growing-season sales on perennials, shrubs and trees.

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The recreation pool is two pools in one. A zero-depth entry and a play structure is in one area, and a second open area, which is 3.5 feet deep, will be used for general play, swim lessons and water aerobics.

The new, larger weight room has machines and free weights.

As part of the renovation, two new tennis courts replaced the previous, outdated courts.

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Making a Splash!

Renovated Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center Opens WRITTEN BY AMBER KEISTER | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

WHEN THE Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center reopened after a nearly two-year, $8 million renovation project, the staff was “just bombarded” with visitors.

Even though the facility had limited hours and programs, staff processed 34 memberships on opening day, Aug. 31, says Kendal Smith, center supervisor.

And with Gov. Roy Cooper’s Sept. 4 announcement easing restrictions on gyms, more fitness-minded folks would soon be enjoying the improved amenities and expanded exercise options.

The highlight of the renovation project is the three swimming areas covered by a glass natatorium, with a retractable ceiling and sliding doors providing an open-air atmosphere. Other features include new locker rooms, a large group fitness area, a new weight room and two lighted tennis courts.

With the refurbished tennis courts, staff is looking forward to offering more tennis sessions and adding pickleball classes, a sport popular with older visitors.

“We do have a pretty sizable senior population here,” Smith said. “A lot of people have moved to this area because they have children who work in the RTP area, so we’re delighted to serve that community.”

Morrisville’s population has grown from 1,200 in 1993 to nearly 30,000 residents. The center, constructed in 1988 and purchased by the town in 1993, was its first recreation facility. Minor improvements had been made to the facility over the years, but it remained largely unchanged until the current renovations began in November 2018.

Smith is excited about giving more folks, of all ages, the opportunity to sweat and have fun at the same time.

“I think sometimes we get this competitive piece — who’s won, who’s lost,” Smith said. “The important piece, and we’ve forgotten that, is the joy of just being together and playing. That, I hope, is truly our philosophy — that we are together, just sweating and laughing.” t

TRX stations were added in the new aerobics room as part of the $8 million renovation project.

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happenings

New artist renderings for

Cary’s Downtown Park were unveiled at Cary’s August Town Council meeting. The

designs by OJB Landscape Architecture showed off unique circular architecture for the sprawling park, located in the square surrounded by Walker, Academy, Park and Walnut streets. Expected to be completed in 2023, the park will boast a dog park, playground, water features, an outdoor pavilion, and grassy areas and benches. townofcary.org

Chef

Ricky Moore, owner of the popular Saltbox

Seafood Joint restaurants in Durham, was the recipient of Discover’s $25,000 #EatItForward award in August. The James Beard Award nominee will reinvest the sizable sum directly into his two locations. Discover’s #EatItForward social media campaign celebrating black-owned restaurants, which began July 6, awarded a total of $5 million over the course of 17 weeks. saltboxseafoodjoint.com

BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF NORTH CAROLINA has pledged to invest $400,000 in the American Red Cross’ Sound the Alarm program for home fire prevention, preparedness and recovery, and to help create disaster-ready kits for its shelters in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. soundthealarm.org/enc

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Sydney Dolan, who grew up in Cary, is on the cover of Pointe Magazine’s 20th Anniversary summer issue. The article tells of her journey from ballet classes in Cary to dancing as a soloist with the Pennsylvania Ballet. Dolan, 19, went to Cary Elementary, Reedy Creek Middle School and graduated online in June. She was awarded the Princess Grace Award For Jack Otepka and his wife, Jennifer, have rebranded their video-transferring shop in downtown Apex. Now called

621

Productions, the couple took

Dance in 2018, and when she isn’t in Philadelphia, Dolan trains and teaches at Cary’s Campaneria Ballet School.

over Home Video Studios in November 2018. In June, the couple decided to name the family-owned business after their June

PRESTON FARM, currently in development, will offer residents luxury condominiums located in Cary, less than half a mile from Prestonwood Country Club. The

21 wedding anniversary, adding a personal

condominiums, which begin in the $550,000s, are geared toward active adults and are

touch to a business that has been an Apex

expected to be ready for residents in October 2021. prestonfarmcary.com

staple since 2008. 621productions.com

DR. SINDHURA KUNAPARAJU recently joined the Lucy Daniels Center as director of

CREIGHTON BLACKWELL was

medical services. Located in Cary, the Lucy

recently promoted to the chief Cculture

Daniels Center is

& impact officer at Coastal Credit Union.

the largest nonprofit provider of

Among other duties, Blackwell will serve as executive sponsor for Coastal’s newly-formed

mental and

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee,

behavioral

and provide a voice within the C-Suite on

health services exclusively for children in

these and other topics. coastal24.com

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happenings

Zachary Godfrey of Cary was the overall winner of the 6th Annual Vertical Mile Challenge held Aug. 15 at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area in Alexander County, N.C. The challenging race consists of eight 2.2-mile loops for a total of approximately 17.6 miles, all while ascending and descending a vertical mile (5,280 feet). Tyler Peek of Morrisville was also honored, winning a Five-Year Challenge award for completing five races. rockyfacepark.com

The

APEX SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB

donated $2,500 to the Kraft Family YMCA in September, with executive director Angie Field, left, accepting the check.

Also during the meeting, Lisa Higginbotham, co-owner of Five Star Awards & Engraving and a 2020 Cary Magazine Woman of Western Wake, was honored with the Governor’s Award, and she was named this year’s Rotarian of the Year. apexsunriserotaryclub.org

“Once Bitten,” was published last month by Chris Gilbert, a 5th-grade teacher at A.V. Baucom Elementary in Apex. The children’s chapter book is centered around a 12-yearold who wakes up from a baseball hit to the head to find that the world is in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. Gilbert’s book is set in Apex and features many buildings, schools and roads in the town. amazon.com/dp/B08HB2VNTK

CAROLINA RESTORATION SERVICES, which provides comprehensive start-tofinish insurance reconstruction solutions, was named to this year’s Inc. 5000, the annual ranking of the nation’s fastestgrowing companies. The Morrisville-headquartered company was ranked 4,708, and was also named to the Inc. 5000 in 2018. carolinarestorationservices.com 112 OCTOBER 2020

LONERIDER SPIRITS, based in the Triangle, was awarded five medals at the recent Sip Awards for its bourbon whiskey finished in Deadwood Casks and its Choklat liqueur.

The company also received a silver medal for its canned Whiskey Mule and a double gold for its Single Barrel Bourbon finished in Deadwood Casks. loneriderspirits.com

Peak Charter Academy in Apex was recently named a 2020 Model School by the International Center for Leadership in Education, for demonstrating rapid and significant achievements in student learning and performance. Peak Charter Academy is the only N.C. school to be designated as a 2020 Model School. nhaschools.com/schools/ peak-charter-academy/

SAS has ranked on People magazine's fourth annual 50 Companies That Care list. The list identifies U.S. companies that have succeeded in business while also demonstrating outstanding respect, care and concern for their employees, their communities and the environment during the COVID-19 pandemic. sas.com

Katherine Loflin, the producing director for

“THE

STORY OF CARY,” is asking members of the Cary community to submit personal or family stories about the history of Cary. The stories will be compiled into a play that will be performed in conjunction with the Town’s 150th anniversary in September 2021. Partners on the project are the Page-Walker Arts and History Center, the Cary Players, the Cary Playwrights’ Forum and the Town of Cary. Anyone interested in writing a scene or submitting a story should send a detailed email to amazingplacepros@icloud.com.

THE BURRITO SHAK recently opened at 2982 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary. The menu features locally-sourced ingredients for burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and salads. burritoshak.com/location/cary-nc/

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write light

BY JONATHAN FREDIN

Field of Sunshine Saturated in morning light, a field of tickseed (Coreopsis) radiate a cheerful yellow glow at Lake Crabtree County Park in Morrisville. The perennial wildflowers are a popular attraction along the park’s trails.

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