

The Holidays IN RALEIGH


Happy Holidays
There are so many amazing events and ways to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year in Raleigh. From Christmas tree lightings to holiday markets to the best local shopping, there’s so much to do! I hope this is valuable to you. And PS - my name is Melanie Jones, I’m a local Raleigh Realtor who loves all things Raleigh.

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The Ultimate Guide to Festive Meals
AND OTHER HOLIDAY POP-UPS IN RALEIGH
AngusBarn
9401GlenwoodAvenue
ARaleighiconservingAmericanstyle cuisineincludingin-houseagedsteaks, freshseafood,localgrownvegetables andhomemadedesserts.
SecondEmpire
330HillsboroStreet
LocatedintheVictorianDoddHinsdaleHouse.Combineshistory, atmosphere,exceptionalserviceand gourmetcuisineforanunforgettable diningexperience.
IrregardlessCafe
901WestMorganStreet
OpenTable'sTop50Vegetarian RestaurantsintheUS OfferingFarmto-Tablemealssourcedfromlocal farmsaroundtheTriangle.
Winston’sGrille
6401FallsofNeuseRoad
Everyday dining experiences making lasting memories. An elegantly casual comfortable, and trusted North Raleigh local tradition. Traditional, American fare dishes, made from scratch
The Ultimate Guide to Festive Cocktails
Haymaker
555FayettevilleSt.,Ste.115
500GlenwoodAve.,Ste.100
SanTaRex,aconcoctionofrye whiskey,Olorososherry,spicedapple ciderconcentrate,lemonjuice,hard ciderandbakedapplebittersaptly servedinanadorableT-Rexmug. FoxLiquorBar GalloPelónMezcaleria
237S.WilmingtonStreet,downtown
KrampusCup,withabsinthe,Dolin Blancvermouth,gin,pomegranate molasses,rosemaryandPeychaud bitters,thisdrinkwillwarmevena Scrooge’scoldheart.
SugarPlumFairy,craftedwithvodka, pomegranateliqueur,Frangelico, Baileys,NuxAlpina,Allspicedram, cardamombitters,tikibittersanda chocolatepomegranatemolasses.
106S.WilmingtonStreet,downtown
ASuhWiDweet.Eggnog,madewith barrel-agedrum,eggs,heavycream, sugarandCognacalongwithspices likecinnamon,vanillaextract,cayenne andnutmeg.

The Ultimate Guide to Festive Date Nights
IN RALEIGH
East End Bistro
2020ProgressCourt#110
Areflectionofbeautifulspaces, exquisitefood&wine,andimpeccable service.Thevibeiswhimsical, romantic,andchic. Heron’s
TheUmsteadHotel
Oneofonly64ForbesFive-Star restaurantsintheworld.Diningroom featuresacuratedprivateart collectionandfloor-to-ceilingwindow viewsofthesurroundinggardens.
Hummingbird
1053EastWhitakerMillRoad
Our intimate space is ready to keep you cozy and intimate. We source ingredients as locally as possible and partner with some other great Raleigh businesses like Locals Seafood and Boulted Bread.
St. Roch Fine Oysters & Bar
223SouthWilmingtonStreet
The menu reflects a decidedly Southern, by way of New Orleans, interpretation of North Carolina seafood Creole spices and flavors enliven the bounty of Southern farmers, oyster beds, and fishers.

The Ultimate Guide to Winter with Kids
IN RALEIGH
Photos with Santa
MakrsHolidayFest
December14from11-6
FayettevilleStreetdowntown Ice Skating
TheRinkatRedHat 500SouthMcDowellStreet November23-January25
Evening with the Elves A Christmas Carol
MarblesKidMuseum
December6from6-8:30
TicketsRequired
MemorialHallAuditorium
TicketsRequired December6-8,showtimesvary.
Tweetsie Christmas Lake Myra Christmas Lights
TweetsieRailroadBlowingRock,NC
WeekendsfromNovember29December30after5pm.
TicketsRequired.
10SouthCypressStreet,Wendell November27-December31from 5:30-10.
About MelanieJones
Melanie believes a home is your nest and your nest egg. By listening to client's needs and wants, and balancing them with market knowledge and analyses, Melanie guides her clients to make informed choices. Being part of the emotional and financial decisions involved in home buying is second nature to Melanie. Whether it is negotiating a contract or showing a property, Melanie works tenaciously for her clients. With an extensive list of expert service providers, she is able to get even the most complicated deals from contract to the closing table. She has been a Real Estate Agent for seven years and was in advertising prior to the career switch. Knowing how to communicate and relate to people is Melanie's biggest asset.
