Chapel Hill Magazine December 2018 by Triangle Media Partners

COOL DOWNTOWN

WORKPLACES

THE ULTIMATE

HOLIDAY CHECKLIST

CHAPEL HILL • CARRBORO • HILLSBOROUGH • ORANGE COUNTY

TOP TRENDS IN

HOMEBUILDING

DECEMBER 2018 CHAPELHILLMAGAZINE.COM

OMMMMM MAMA

Strengthin numbers 3 Kate Sayre, Alexandra DeSiato, Lauren Sacks and Francelle Toedtli found community and camaraderie during the Whole Mama Yoga retreat at Rock Quarry Farm.

group workouts that provide fitness and fellowship

Page 54

CUSTOM HOMES BY BOLD Inspired Designs

Build with passion. Build BOLD.

919.929.6288 WWW.BUILDBOLDNC.COM

CHAPEL HILL, PITTSBORO, HILLSBOROUGH, & DURHAM

CHAPELHILL

ND A K BR OO W L E N EW N

   

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com EDITOR

Jessica Stringer EDITORIAL EXECUTIVE MANAGING EDITOR

Amanda MacLaren

E X E C U T I V E E D I T O R , C H AT H A M M A G A Z I N E

Matt White

E D I T O R I A L A S S I S TA N T

Hannah Lee

EDITORIAL INTERNS

Parrish Alto, Brian Keyes, Taylor Mabrey, Jacquie Melinek, Cara Siliakus CONTRIBUTORS

Marshéle Carter, Moreton Neal, Kara Pittman, Virginia Robinson, James Stefiuk, Veronica Vivona

ART C R E AT I V E D I R E C T O R

Kevin Brown

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR & PRODUCTION MANAGER

Jean Carlos Rosario-Montalvo GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Keith Warther

building tomorrow today

PHOTOGRAPHER

Beth Mann

ADVERTISING

For advertising inquiries, email advertising@chapelhillmagazine.com

Zina Craft zina@chapelhillmagazine.com Melissa Crane melissa@chapelhillmagazine.com Chris Elkins chris@chapelhillmagazine.com Kem Johnson kem@chapelhillmagazine.com Ad Traffic Lizzie Jones

C O R P O R AT E

Rory Kelly Gillis Chief Operating Officer

new neighborhoods! new homes! available now! Stonecrest at Norwood

Brookside at Fieldstone

Chatham Forest

Harrison Pond

Only 6 remaining lots

Dan Shannon Chairman Ellen Shannon Vice President of Planning & Development Amy Bell Vice President/Administration Caroline Kornegay Administrative & Event Assistant Elitegroup Distribution

919.291.5024 info@HorizonCustomBuilders.com

HorizonCustomBuilders.com 2

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Chapel Hill Magazine is published 8 times per year by Shannon Media, Inc. 1777 Fordham Blvd., Suite 105, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 tel 919.933.1551 fax 919.933.1557 Subscriptions $38 for 2 years – subscribe at chapelhillmagazine.com

2018 BEST REAL ESTATE PEOPLE’S CHOICE

AWARD WINNER

THANK YOU!

IN 2018 DOMICILE REALTY HELPED HUNDREDS OF YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS BUY OR SELL A HOME (AND SOMETIMES BOTH!) WE’RE HONORED WITH THE TRUST AND FAITH YOU’VE PLACED IN US THIS YEAR AND WE HOPE WE CAN DO THE SAME IN THE YEAR AHEAD. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR YOUR FIRST HOME OR YOUR FOREVER HOME, DOMICILE REALTY IS BY YOUR SIDE IN 2019 AND IN ALL THE YEARS TO COME.

R E A LT Y

DOMICILEREALTY.COM 919 883 5500

50201 GOVERNORS DRIVE | CHAPEL HILL | NC | 27517

DECEMBER C H A P E L H I L L M A G A Z I N E . C O M

V O L U M E

1 3

N U M B E R

FEATURES

PEOPLE & PLACES

Priceless Gem Poet & novelist Marsha White Warren

Office Spaces Three local companies provide a behind-the-scenes look into their cool workplaces in downtown Chapel Hill

A Tasteful Affair

Carrboro High students meet a Nobel Peace Prize winner

Lessons from Lawrence Takeaways from the 2018 Inter-City Visit to the college town

Roy Williams’ Fast Break Against Cancer

SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals groundbreaking

Film Fest 919 at Silverspot Cinema

46 Holiday Checklist Celebrate the season with markets, parties, decorations and more

SPONSORED 33

Holiday Gift Guide

Sip + Savor

18 Festifall

IN EVERY ISSUE

54 Strength in Numbers The camaraderie of group workouts, like the three we’ve featured here, make staying active fun and easy 68 Now Trending What we’re seeing this year from builders featured in the Parade of Homes

Letter from the Editor

Noted

Chef’s Table

Dining Guide

The Dish: Elaine’s on Franklin

Joyous Cooking: Gifts for Foodies

102 Weddings Faircloth & Wilkinson; Motta & Schneider; Ripley & Hill

L E T T E R

F R O M

T H E

E D I T O R

MAKING A LIST, CHECKING IT TWICE

I’M READY FOR QUALITY TIME WITH MY FAMILY, baking up a storm and binge-watching shows and movies. I’ll head home to Virginia at the end of the month for some much-needed R&R, but until then, I plan to take advantage of all the town celebrations that I can. We’ve rounded up the most festive events – from cooking classes and shopping to parades and concerts – in our holiday checklist on page 46. Here’s where you’ll find me this month: • Shopping at The Carolina Inn’s Sunday afternoon markets for the perfect presents. There’ll be doughnuts, caramel apples, s’mores and hot chocolate as well! • Attending the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade. I haven’t sat on the sidewalk watching all the bands, organizations and floats since my freshman year at UNC. • Being Santa to a senior. For the past few holiday seasons, I’ve bought gifts for seniors as part of Home Instead Senior Care’s Be a Santa to a Senior program. That means visiting a participating business around town, picking a name or two off their tree and returning a few days later with some items off their wishlist. It just felt good to shop for cozy slippers and scarves and to imagine the recipients enjoying them. (At press time, The UPS Store on Fordham Boulevard, K & W Cafeteria, Starbucks on Franklin Street and the Seymour Center were participating – find more information at beasantatoasenior.com.) • Sipping a hot toddy. I’ve got fond memories of finishing up my last final of the semester at UNC and trudging along Franklin Street in the cold with a classmate to Carolina Brewery for something to warm us up – nothing does that quite like Kahlúa & hot chocolate. Maybe when my last issue for the year goes to press …

• Ringing in the new year with my best friend. I’ll be back in town just in time for the ball drop and to show off Orange County to my pal who lives out west. I wish you joyful holidays and a happy and healthy 2019! CHM

THE COVER Photo by Beth Mann

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

JESSICA STRINGER  jessica@chapelhillmagazine.com

SHOP. DINE. BE ENTERTAINED. Voted Best Shopping Experience in Chapel Hill

Celebrate the Holidays at University Place

SILVERSPOT CINEMA

WILLIAM TRAVIS JEWELRY

BARTACO

SOUTHERN SEASON

NIGHT GALLERY/BRANCHING OUT

GLEE KIDS

STONEY RIVER STEAKHOUSE & GRILL

FRANK GALLERY

CITY KITCHEN

THE PLACE F& OTRH SE HAORPTPSI ,N GF ,I TDNIENSI NS G&, EBNETAEURTTYA I N M E N T 201 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | 919.945.1900 | universityplacenc.com | Free WiFi |

READERS’ FAVORITE

BEST OF CHAPEL HILL MAGAZINE

Healthy Skin Is Beautiful Skin We’re for healthy skin – and making sure yours stays that way. At Central Dermatology Center, our goal is to provide every patient with the education, guidance and care they need to achieve and maintain the healthiest skin possible, no matter what unique skin care challenges you may be facing. As the science of medicine continues to evolve, Central Dermatology Center is there to ensure you receive the very best treatments, medications and skin care products available. Our team of board-certified dermatologists and highly trained staff combine one-on-one, personal attention with professional expertise in a caring, warm environment – ensuring each patient feels safe and important at all times. To find out more about what we can do for you and your unique skin care needs, visit us at CentralDermatologyCenter.com. Conveniently located in Chapel Hill, Cary and Sanford centraldermatologycenter.com 919-401-1994

NOTED.

SEND U N O T S YO U R E M O MW O R T H ENTS Y From ! to ne births t o w biz

awar d

nd m note ore –s d@ch maga apelh zine. comill

WHAT WE’VE HEARD AROUND TOWN …

LOCAL BOOKS

“Bobby G, A Life Worth Celebrating,” a biography of UNC’s oldest living basketball and baseball athlete, written by Stan Friedland was published this past summer. Bobby Gersten, now 98 years old, lives in The Cedars of Chapel Hill, a retirement community, in the same building as Stan. WHAT AN HONOR East Chapel Hill High School senior Sara E. Zangi was selected to attend the 35th

annual Research Science Institute (RSI) held in October in collaboration between MIT and the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE). UNC professor Dr. Marcie Cohen Ferris won

the Craig Claiborne Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 Southern Foodways Alliance Symposium at the University of Mississippi in October. The award goes to an individual “whom all thinking eaters should know, the sort of person who has made an indelible mark on our cuisine and culture, set national standards and catalyzed important dialogues.” Marcie has done transformative work at the Museum of Southern Jewish

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Experience in Utica, Mississippi, published genre-defining books, framed public dialogues about food and identity and helped pioneer the food studies discipline. Wendy-Jo Toyama,

executive director of PHOTO BY KATE MEDLEY the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, received the Leanne Grotke Award for exceptional contributions to the women’s athletics program at her alma mater, Indiana University (IU), in early September. Wendy-Jo was an all-around gymnast on the IU gymnastics team from 1979 to 1983. United Way of the Greater Triangle (UWGT) named two Chapel Hill organizations and leaders, EmPOWERment, Inc. and Delores Bailey

(second from left) along with LatinxEd and Ricky Hurtado (second from right), the inaugural class of the 10 to Watch, a cohort of people selected for their impact and potential to shape the future of the Triangle. The new investment initiative was created to address the racial and cultural disparities between leaders of nonprofit organizations and the communities that they serve. Teresa Fang, a sixth-

grader at Smith Middle School, was selected as a kid reporter in the award-winning COURTESY OF Scholastic News Kids SCHOLASTIC NEWS KIDS PRESS CORPS Press Corps, a team of talented young reporters, ages 10 to 14, from around the world. She will write “news for

PHOTO BY DAVID POTORTI

Randall Kenan

Santosha Space Yoga & Massage opened

and Jill McCorkle of Hillsborough (pictured left with Clyde Edgerton, far left) and

at 200 N. Churton St. in Hillsborough in October. The studio offers a mix of yoga classes from vinyasa to yin, meditation and 45- to 90-minute therapeutic massage.

Marsha White

Crook’s Corner is

Warren of Chapel

beginning another chapter in its storied 36-year history. Owner

Hill (read more on page 28) were kids, by kids” as one of 45 Kid Reporters in the 2018-19 program year, covering current events, breaking news, entertainment stories and sporting events in Chapel Hill and on the national stage. Girl Scout Troop #1244 members Amy Westerhoff, Jennifer Nelson, Jennifer Persia, Logan Martin, Makenna Myers and Rebecca Beechhold, 2018 graduates of East Chapel Hill High School, and Virginia Bruhn, 2018 graduate of Camelot Academy, each earned their Gold Awards, the highest honor in Girl Scouts, this year. Their projects ranged from supporting new Orange County farmers to a directory of accessibility for Orange County churches and religious institutions. Amy Hoogervorst

recently became one of the first National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches in the country. Trained and certified as an integrative health coach by Duke Integrative Medicine, Amy works oneon-one and in groups to help people create healthier habits and improve their overall well-being.

inducted into the 2018 North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame in October.

Gene Hamer and

PHOTO BY MEGHAN

A king of the swing era and big band music, Kay Kyser, was recognized with a N.C. Highway Historical Marker in October. Kay lived in retirement with his family in Chapel Hill, where he and his wife devoted their efforts to charity work and supported UNC, especially the drama department.

ROLFE PHOTOGRAPHY executive chef Bill Smith are handing the restaurant over to a small group that includes Gary Crunkleton of The Crunkleton and former Crook’s general manager Shannon Healy, who now owns Alley Twenty Six in Durham. While Bill will stay on in a sort of “chef emeritus” role, he’s handing over the kitchen in January to chef Justin Burdett (pictured above), who arrived in August to learn from him.

Kidzu Children’s Museum received the

Ivy & Leo held its grand opening at Carolina

Museums for America award granted by The Institute of Museum and Library Services to support Kidzu’s multilingual outdoor learning garden programs. The Kidzu Naturalist Project focuses on self-directed learning opportunities for all members of our community, including non-English-speaking families.

Square in October. REIN, an insurance technology company,

moved from East Rosemary Street to a new office space on the top floor of The Central, previously known as 137 East Franklin, in September. Peacock Alley Gifts in University Place

BUSINESS BRIEFS

A second Orangetheory Fitness studio is slated to open in December at 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd. The new studio, which provides science-based, technology-tracked and coachinspired workouts, will have a temporary presales site, located at 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. N.

closed in October. Paws and Claws, Etc., a pet gym and supply

store, celebrated its grand opening at 105 N. Scottswood Blvd. in Hillsborough in September. The gym, run by Dean and Tricia Williford, has a treadmill for animals under 85 pounds, a dog tunnel, toys and more.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

N O T E D

had called Hillsborough home for 12 years and served on the Hillsborough Water and Sewer Advisory Committee before moving to Ohio in 2012.

ON THE MOVE UNC hired Rhonda Hubbard Beatty, a

second generation Tar Heel, as the new director of the UNC PHOTO BY TAMMY WINGO Visitors Center. She replaced Missy Julian, overseeing the development of print and electronic content that promotes the university. After four years working at Flyleaf Books, Travis Smith is now a full-time assistant marketing manager at Algonquin Books.

ONE FOR ALL

In September, Carolina For The Kids (CFTK) hosted their seventh annual Kilometers For The Kids Fun Run and 5K. This event, entirely organized by UNC students, brought together 509 runners and raised more than $14,500 for UNC Children’s Hospital.

joined Hillsborough as the new utilities director in September. Marie

Save has made two

The Town of Carrboro is now accepting applications for the following boards: • • • • • • • •

Orange County Living Wage employer and

has set the bar for highest wages for jewelry industry employees in the county. MARK YOUR CALENDAR

CARRBORO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! • Animal Control Board of Appeals • Appearance Commission/ Neighborhood Preservation District Commission • Arts Committee • Board of Adjustment • Carrboro Tourism Development Authority • Economic Sustainability Commission

William Travis Jewelry is now an official

Unique Places To

new major additions to its leadership team: Becca Wait as director of horticulture and Ryan Smith as land steward. These two will

Marie Strandwitz

be pivotal in curating the Keith Arboretum and managing farm-tobeverage production at Honeysuckle Farm, home of the Honeysuckle Tea House and now the Honeysuckle Meadery.

Environmental Advisory Board Greenways Commission Human Services Commission Northern Transition Area Advisory Committee Planning Board Recreation And Parks Commission Stormwater Advisory Commission Transportation Advisory Board

After a successful five days featuring 36 independent films in October, Film Fest 919 announced “Capernaum” as the inaugural Audience Award Winner. The festival will return next year for its second run October 9-13, 2019. CHM

New Look The Permanent Collection Galleries Re-Energized

Opening December 1 Admission is free! ACKLAND.ORG 919.966.5736

INTERESTED? For more information, or to obtain an application form, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 919-918-7309 or cdorando@townofcarrboro.org or visit the Town’s website at townofcarrboro.org Barkley Hendricks, American, 1945 – 2017; New London Niggah / Big Chuck (Charles Harvey), 1975; oil and acrylic on linen canvas; 48 x 48 x 1 in.; Ackland Fund, 2008.6; © 1975 Barkley L. Hendricks

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

DENTAL IMPLANTS • BONE GRAFTING • WISDOM TEETH • FACIAL TRAUMA • CORRECTIVE JAW SURGERY • PRE-PROSTHETIC SURGERY • ORAL PATHOLOGY • SLEEP APNEA

FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS, the practice of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates has been trusted to provide specialized care in the Chapel Hill, Durham, and Sanford communities. Our five board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons provide the highest quality of patient care with the latest diagnostic and treatment tools available to assure patient safety and comfort. Drs. Frost, Sacco, Vandersea, Ruvo and Serlo practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal.

OMSANC.COM

DAVID E. FROST DDS, MS DEBRA M. SACCO DMD, MD BRIAN VANDERSEA DDS ANDREW T. RUVO DMD, MD ADAM D. SERLO DMD, MD

CHAPEL HILL 501 Eastowne Drive, Suite 110 Chapel Hill 27514 919.929.2196 DURHAM 2823 North Duke Street Durham 27704 919.479.0707 SANFORD 109 Dennis Drive Sanford 27330 919.775.1615

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

1 2

SIP + SAVOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIA BAKER

The second annual wine, food and music experience brought 30 restaurants and 30 wineries together for an evening of delectable pairings at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Sip + Savor guests also had the opportunity to take a seminar on wine with sommelier Sarah E. Guterbock, relax in the Lexus lounge with cocktails by Kingfisher co-owner Sean Umstead and enjoy live music by the Onyx Club Boys during the on-stage experience. A portion of proceeds supported the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle and Band Together partnership. CHM

7 1 Chapel Hill Magazine’s Jessica Stringer, Durham Magazine’s Amanda MacLauren and Sally Scruggs.

2 elements’ chef Michael Chuong. 3 Derek and Chelsea Mars. 4 Deborah and Vijay Shah. 5 Heather and Grace Haley. 6 Shannon Media Inc. COO Rory Gillis and Leann Jocius.

7 Fearrington House Restaurant’s chef Colin Bedford.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

2019 MOREHEAD SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS

K-8 CAMPS FOR YOUNG EXPLORERS CODING, BIOLOGY, ASTRONOMY AND MORE REGISTRATION OPENS JAN. 22 MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION ON JAN. 14

www.moreheadplanetarium.org/camp

Children’s Boutique

919 967 2919 Galleria • 400 S. Elliott Rd. Located next to PURPLE PUDDLE  /puddlebaby

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

FESTIFALL ON FRANKLIN PHOTOGRAPHY BY HANNAH LEE AND AMANDA MACLAREN

Families, students and art enthusiasts came out to the 46th annual Festifall in October. Visitors to the West Franklin Street art festival browsed handmade art of all kinds, engaged in craft activities and grabbed a bite to eat from food trucks. Featuring live music and dance performances on three different stages, Festifall provided an opportunity for the community to interact with local artists and culture in historic downtown Chapel Hill. CHM

1 Peter, Cornelia, 11, Cecily and Graham Nisbet, 10. 2 Sammy Drake, 5, and Stephanie Brown. 3 Becca Albis and Andres Menjivar. 4 Emma Sabet of McDougle Middle School, 11, Emma Richie

of Phillips Middle School, 13, and Lily Sabet of McDougle Elementary School, 8.

5 Saidah Rahman, Gloria Thomas and Heather Brutz.

5 18

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Our exclusive focus is the preservation and growth of investment capital. We employ a highly-selective approach vetted by in-house research. Our boutique model is powerful.

Let’s talk about your investments. No obligation, no commitments. Just straight talk. hamiltonpoint.com | 919-636-3765

Suffering from digestive problems?

• Abdominal pain • Heartburn, nausea, bloating, gas • Chronic constipation, diarrhea • Food allergies, malabsorption • IBS and IBD

WE CAN HELP

Offering holistic programs of care individualized to our patients’ needs. RECOVER YOUR FREEDOM (919) 945-0300 All medical services provided by Michael Sharp, MD, PA.

www.plumspringclinic.com December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

IN GOOD TASTE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA STRINGER

Giving never tasted so good at the 28th annual A Tasteful Affair supporting the Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill. Guests helped raise $107,000 for the House and enjoyed samples from local establishments such as Oakleaf and Carrboro Coffee Roasters while at The Blue Zone overlooking Kenan Stadium. Celebrity judges handed out awards including Best Beverage to TOPO Organic Distillery, Best Entrée and Best Plating Presentation to Fusion Fish and People’s Choice to elements. CHM

1 Van Chuong of elements. 2 Oakleaf’s Brendan Cox and Evan Cox, 12. 3 Laurie Oakley and Mark Oakley. 4 Elizabeth Hullender and Ruthann Thomas. 5 Cliff and Linda Butler. 6 Pat Phelan and Tara O’Donnel.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

NOBEL CAUSE In October, Carrboro High School teacher Matt Cone took 30 of his students from his Global Issues and Global Cultures classes to Duke’s campus to meet with Nobel Peace Prize winner Nadia Murad. The 10th-, 11th- and 12th-grade students, who read her book, “The Last Girl,” outside of class, were eager to discuss her experiences as an ISIS captive and also the broader themes of youth activism and women’s rights. CHM

Gift Lifetime

give yourself the of a

A beautifully appointed home in a flourishing retirement community. Access to exceptional amenities, whole person wellness programs, and engaging life enrichment opportunities. Freedom from responsibilities of home ownership. Peace of mind for the future that is uniquely available at a Life Plan Community. Put The Village at Brookwood on your wish list! Proud to be a part of

1860 Brookwood Ave. | Burlington, NC

Call us today at 800-282-2053 or visit VillageAtBrookwood.org December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

COACHES FOR THE CURE

1 Coach Roy Williams,

Guests at the 14th annual Roy Williams’ Fast Break Against Cancer were some of the first to see the newly unveiled Roy Williams Court at the Dean E. Smith Center. With plenty of Tar Heels in attendance, former UNC football coach Mack Brown gave the keynote address. Tar Heel announcer Jones Angell auctioned off some one-of-a-kind prizes, including lunch with Coach Roy Williams and a banner featuring more than 200 signatures from former players and coaches. The event has raised more than $2.7 million for the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center to date. CHM

2 UNC Lineberger director

Assistant Coach Hubert Davis and former Coach Mack Brown.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN STRICKLAND

HAIR • WAXING • FACIALS 919.929.2209 • 3110 ENVIRON WAY • CITRINESALONNC.COM

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

H. Shelton Earp, M.D., shared insights on recent advances in cancer research and care at the cancer center.

3 Coach Sylvia Hatchell.

TOP 100 SALONS IN U.S. 2011+2012+2013+2014

P E O P L E

BREAKING GROUND

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ARIYAH APRIL

P L A C E S

Serving �range County since 1982

WE believe in cups overflowing and sharing our bounty.

SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals

held a ceremonial groundbreaking on its building expansion in September. The expansion will add a new wing to the existing house on Old Mason Farm Road, nearly doubling the total number of rooms from 40 to 75. “This groundbreaking gets us closer to our dream of serving more families – helping them rest, heal and gather strength when they need it most,” says Executive Director Janice McAdams.

WE are grateful for our loyal friends & clients. WE are present to help you prepare for the 2019 market. Ken Tunnell, Jay Parker, Louise Barnum, Clayton Nell, Terri Turner, Bill Mullen, Don Basnight, Blair Nell, Gary Phillips, Crystal Fisher

CHM

1 Family House Board President Dr. Ian Buchanan, Land & Building Committee member Mary Beck, Capital Campaign co-chairs Becky & Bob Woodruff, Project Manager Bruce Ballentine, Brian Maxwell of MHAworks Architecture, Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger, Family House Executive Director Janice McAdams and Jama Campbell of the SECU Foundation.

2 Jennifer Adams, database manager, and Kirsten Beattie, former director of annual giving.

(919) 929-5658 • info@WeaverStreetRealty.com

WeaverStreetRealty.com December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P E O P L E

P L A C E S

2 1 Claire Harris Pope, Lisa Burch and Erin

LILY WINSTON Mind. Body. Life. Style.

Upson Cuevas.

2 Chapel Hill Magazine’s Ellen Shannon, 919 Film Fest founder and CEO Randi Emerman and Chapel Hill Magazine’s Dan Shannon.

FILM FEST 919

PHOTOGRAPHY BY HANNAH LEE

Build your Brand. Find your Style.

Full service image consulting for men and women ...

An impressionable difference.

Please contact us now to schedule a consultation.

919.360.0088 | LILYWINSTON.COM 510 Meadowmont Village Circle, Suite 308, Chapel Hill, NC

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

The grand premiere of the inaugural Film Fest 919 (FF919) at Silverspot Cinema was held on October 3 with an opening night screening of the Netflix film, “Roma,” and a Q&A with the two leading actresses of the film. The five-day festival continued throughout the weekend to showcase the best in independent cinema by introducing a unique and varied spectrum of international films and filmmakers to the Triangle. CHM

CAROLINA PERFORMING ARTS

18/19

SEASO N

GIVE LOVED ONES AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE WITH A CAROLINA PERFORMING ARTS

GIFT CARD! Buy a gift card by December 31, 2018 and get a 20% bonus gift card! (Example: buy $100 gift card, get a bonus $20 gift card!)

DECEMBER 11 MEMORIAL HALL

THE NUTCRACKER

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS

CAROLINA BALLET

BIG BAND HOLIDAYS

DECEMBER 1 & 2 MEMORIAL HALL

JANUARY 11

JANUARY 16

JANUARY 18 & 19

JANUARY 22

MEMORIAL HALL

C U R R E N T A R T S PA C E + S T U D I O

MEMORIAL HALL

LUCAS DEBARGUE, PIANO

BÃ&#x2030;LA FLECK AND ABIGAIL WASHBURN

DAVID NEUMANN AND ADVANCED BEGINNER GROUP

LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE

I UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING BETTER

LAGRIME DI SAN PIETRO

CAROLINA PERFORMING ARTS

To purchase gift cards or tickets, please visit carolinaperformingarts. o r g

chef’s table Kevin Callaghan Acme

At Acme, for all of 2018, we decided to put our fundraising efforts right onto our menu. We partnered with the great people at the Be Loud! Sophie Foundation by putting a “Chocolate and Charity” dessert on our menu along with the usual array of indulgences. Chocolates we make are boxed and sealed with a Be Loud! sticker that is brought out to the table and presented as a present – basically a gift for a gift. The guests who order the “Chocolate & Charity” also get a cool decal to put on their car or laptop or wherever and 100% of the money that we take in goes directly to the foundation. Our belief is that the strong local ties which link Acme and Be Loud! then extend to our guests night after night and help shape the shared values that underlie authentic community. The 65,000+ people that dine with us this year not only get a chance to donate to this cause we care so much about, but also simply to learn about the profound work being done right here in this great town where we live. Teddy Diggs Coronato

As a chef, I give in our communities whenever I can. You can often find me providing support to charitable causes and fundraising efforts. As a family, we give meals, clothes and money to people in need – especially around the colder holiday months. We like to help those in need in our community and as a family, we are always actively looking to provide comfort and inspiration with a helping hand. I truly am

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

WE ASKED SOME OF OUR CHEFS AND RESTAURANT OWNERS HOW THEY GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY DURING THE HOLIDAYS. HERE’S WHAT THEY HAD TO SAY:

looking forward to using Coronato to help people in our community whether that be with job employment or with financial and food support for local groups such as TABLE and the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. Jim Wald Glasshalfull Tony [Del Sarto] and I feel it’s important to give

back to the community not just at the holiday season but throughout the year. We started Dine For A Cause two years ago, donating 10% of sales to one charity one day per week. We have since added another day and five more charities. We currently partner with UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Piedmont Health, Orange County Literacy Council, PORCH, Dispute Settlement Center and UNC Horizons to help them achieve their goals. Hopefully we will be able to add more days and more charities in the future. Tony and I feel we should be the change we seek. Brandon Roberts MidiCi

During the holiday season, we will be taking a percentage of our sales and donating to two different organizations and that is the Wounded Warrior Project and the Ronald McDonald House. We believe it’s a good thing to do, and we want to be a part of the community and support other people who might not be as fortunate during the holiday season. CHM

DO YOU BELIEVE?

We believe that exceptional food is enjoyable food. We believe that innovation shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be at the expense of enjoyment. We believe in blurring the lines between global flavors and local traditions. Visit Crossroads and become a believer. Located within the iconic Carolina Inn. 211 Pittsboro Street | Chapel Hill, NC 27516 Reservations - 919.918.2777 crossroadscuisine.com

A Lot to

HEN SHE ROLLED into Chapel Hill with her husband and baby in a VW Bug in the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;60s, Marsha White Warren

found a sleepy town tucked between two traffic lights, one in Pittsboro and another in Durham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone knew each other in the post office line. The sidewalks were made of red bricks or 28

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Live Up To CHAPEL HILL CHAMPION OF WRITERS HONORED WITH HALL OF FAME INDUCTION BY MARSHÃ&#x2030;LE CARTER | PHOTO BY BETH MANN

Marsha White Warren is the executive director of the Paul Green Foundation and stands in front of the Paul Green Cabin, which was moved to the North Carolina Botanical Garden in 1991.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P R I C E L E S S

G E M

EVERYONE KNEW EACH OTHER IN THE POST OFFICE LINE. ... I WOULD LIKE TO WALK DOWN FRANKLIN STREET IN 1961 AGAIN.

HAIR • SKIN • BODY • NAILS

Best Salon Waxing Studio

The Galleria | 400 S. Elliott Rd. | Suite K | Chapel Hill

919.968.8548 | minasstudio.com | 30

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

‘Chapel Hill gravel.’ I would like to walk down Franklin Street in 1961 again,” says Marsha, poet, novelist and champion for North Carolina’s writers. Since 1987, Marsha has built and served North Carolina’s writers, transforming the isolated lifestyle lived by most wordsmiths into a thriving, supportive community of poets and authors from the mountains to the coast. As a result of her vision and leadership at the North Carolina Writers’ Network (NCWN), Marsha was inducted recently into the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame. “It was a tremendous surprise,” Marsha says about the honor she received on her 80th birthday. “I thought, ‘Why in the world was I inducted into the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame? This is for writers.’ Indeed, I write, but I’m not a well-published writer,” she says. “So I had to say to myself, ‘I bet you, in the football hall of fame, they may also have coaches.’ Then I started feeling better, because I’ve been kind of a coach.” Marsha, a charter member and the director of the NCWN in its early years, helped grow the network to include more than 1,800 writers. She pointed to some of her team’s top accomplishments over the decades: increasing the number of AfricanAmerican writers in the network from 11 to hundreds and including incarcerated North Carolinians in the network through The Prison Pen

P R I C E L E S S

Pals. The network’s prison work is supported now by the Paul Green Foundation, directed by Marsha, through the program Hidden Voices. The foundation also supports Student Action with Farmworkers’ Theatre in the Fields’ annual summer program for migrant workers in eastern North Carolina. Today, the NCWN continues to grow under the direction of Ed Southern. “North Carolina writers love each other. We have a strong heritage,” says Marsha, who is currently writing a novel for young adults. At her dining room table overlooking Morgan Creek, her favorite writing spot in Chapel Hill, she crafts stories about two adventurous girls, Josie and Moriah, inspired by time spent at her grandmother’s house and farm in Ohio. When a friend recently asked her how her book was coming along, Marsha admitted that she couldn’t seem to fit her writing into her busy life. “She stopped me, looked me straight in the eye and told me that I had it backward,” Marsha recalls. “She says, ‘No, Marsha. How are you going to fit your life into your writing?’ “That’s a super hard choice. You’ve got housework, children, but ultimately you do what you want to do. I like to cook. I keep talking about finishing my book. So, I have to ask myself – what am I going to give up in order to write?” “As writers, we are very observant. Visual artists see how colors and shapes

G E M

NORTH CAROLINA WRITERS LOVE EACH OTHER. WE HAVE A STRONG HERITAGE.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P R I C E L E S S

G E M S

AS WRITERS, WE HEAR HOW WORDS AND THOUGHTS GO TOGETHER.

Body + Facial Waxing Studio For Women And Men

go together. As writers, we hear how words and thoughts go together. We are always grabbing something to write it down, to capture that thought on napkins, receipts and bits of paper.” This month, Marsha is busy creating her holiday menus. “We will definitely have an oyster roast. And maybe a crown roast with sausage stuffing,” she says as she glances toward the same dining room table where she writes the rest of the year. “We have to ask ourselves the hard questions. As writers in North Carolina, we have a lot to live up to, you see, because of the strong literary heritage we’ve inherited from North Carolina’s early great writers.” Practicing what she preaches, Marsha will fit her life into her writing over the holidays, simultaneously serving Christmas traditions while tucking words and phrases inside her apron pocket, inspiration captured on bits of paper to unwrap after the holidays. Marsha White Warren has been married to David Warren for 59 years. They have three children, Doug, Amy and Jeff, five grandchildren, Lucky, a border terrier mix rescue from Chatham County, and Josie, a rescue cat from Ohio. CHM

Amal Zonca WTC Owner

New Clients Receive 50% OFF Their First Service Eastgate Crossing 1800 E. Franklin Street Chapel Hill, NC

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

waxingthecity.com 984-528-3200 Visit us on



h lidaygiftguide SPONSORED CONTENT

The Persian Carpet 5634 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. Durham 919-489-8362 Sea Creature Rugs from $250. persiancarpet.com Fun, whimsical, hand-knotted animal carpets are unique gifts for that one-ofa-kind person in your life.

Hamilton Hill 905 W. Main St. Durham 919-683-1474 hamiltonhilljewelry.com Jewelry from $185. From the Italian luxury brand Pesavento, this sterling silver and 18-karat rose gold plated silver jewelry fuses high style and technology for a sleek, chic look.

Bailey Shea Designs baileysheadesigns.com Simply Yours Day Planner, $46. Give the gift of organization with a purposeful day planner, customized with your name or favorite quote on the inside. Create a lifestyle of which you can be proud in the new year.

Atmosp’hair 1125 W. NC-54, Ste. 502 Durham 919-489-3333 atmosphairsalon.com Haircare set, $32. Revitalize your hair’s health with Kevin Murphy’s threepiece plumping line of hair products. The sulfatefree, paraben-free kit strengthens and densifies thinning hair to restore its softness, shine and volume.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

SPONSORED CONTENT H O L I D A Y

G I F T

G U I D E

Monkee’s of Chapel Hill 108 Meadowmont Village Circle Chapel Hill 919-967-6830 monkeesofchapelhill.com Tory Burch Block-T Small Bucket Bag, $378. Blending luxury with simplicity, the Block-T Small Bucket Bag by Tory Burch elegantly matches any daytime or evening look with enough room to carry all the essentials.

SOUTH 107 Meadowmont Village Circle Chapel Hill 919-240-5475 southchapelhill.com The Goddess Hoops, $250. From the Capucine De Wulf line, these hand-carved teak earrings adorned with 18-karat gold sterling bands blend distinctive flair with classic sophistication.

Whitehall at the Villa Antiques 1213 E. Franklin St. Chapel Hill 919-942-3179 whitehallantiques.com French Majolica-Covered Asparagus Server with Under-Tray, circa 1900, $750. One of the many collectibles, gifts and decorative items at Whitehall Antiques, this asparagus server with under-tray is a unique addition to any setting.

The Carolina Inn 211 Pittsboro St. Chapel Hill 919-933-2001 carolinainn.com Ornament, $49. This stunning, limitededition ornament – artfully crafted from hand-painted glass with shimmering glitter accents – is ready to wrap in a custom Carolina Inn gift box with a history card.

Vermillion 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Ave., Ste. 102 Raleigh 919-787-9780 vermillionstyle.com Yves Salomon Rabbit Vermillion Red Fur, $2,500. Stand out from the crowd wrapped up in this eyecatching Yves Salomon coat. Pair with sleek black jeans and a crossbody bag to complete the classic wintertime look. CHM December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

OFFICE 36

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

GOOGLE - CHAPEL HILL FOUNDED 2005 • MIKE REED, ENGINEERING DIRECTOR AND SITE LEAD NO. OF EMPLOYEES: MORE THAN 40 200 W. FRANKLIN ST. ARCHITECT: SMITHGROUP

WHAT THEY DO Google is a technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products, which include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software and hardware. The Chapel Hill office is primarily made up of software and hardware engineers focused on Google’s Android and Chrome operating systems and devices. WHY THEY LOVE IT HERE Chapel Hill is home for us. I’ve built multiple companies here. One of them happened to be acquired by Google, and when they asked if I wanted to move to the company’s headquarters in Mountain View, I proposed we build an office here in Chapel Hill instead. We’ve built our office from four people to more than 40 based on the amazing talent that’s attracted to this community. LOCATION BENEFITS We love being in the heart of this unique community. There are so

SPACES THREE LOCAL COMPANIES PROVIDE AN INSIDE LOOK INTO THEIR EXTREMELY COOL WORKPLACES IN DOWNTOWN CHAPEL HILL. THEY GIVE INSIGHT ON WHAT THEY DO, SHARE WHAT THEY LOVE MOST ABOUT THEIR OFFICES AND DISCUSS WHY THEY ABSOLUTELY LOVE WORKING HERE. BY VERONICA VIVONA | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH MANN December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

O F F I C E

S P A C E S

many great companies, big and small, that call Chapel Hill home. There’s a strong sense of community and innovation here. We can attract and retain the greatest talent because of our close proximity and relationships with the area universities (especially UNC), and our team members want to stay because it is a fantastic place to live. THE COMPANY’S CULTURE Working at Google is fun, but it’s also quite hard. At the Chapel Hill office, we’re playing a small role in ensuring the billions of Chrome and Android devices in the world work for users across a very broad range of uses. So, you’ll see that our team members take their jobs very seriously, but we also recognize the importance of taking a break both independently and as a team. We eat our meals together, we play pool and video games together, and we do outings together as a team. Similarly, we also give back to our community together as a team through initiatives like Google I/O Extended and Google Serve. FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE OFFICE Being on Franklin Street in the heart of one of the most quintessential and exciting college towns in America makes coming to work every day a real pleasure. There are new restaurants opening all the time, new and brilliant students to interact with and a laid-back culture that is a great respite at times. WHERE THEY’LL BE IN FIVE YEARS I hope we’ll continue to grow our office here in Chapel Hill! We just celebrated 20 years of Google Search, and it’s amazing to see how far we’ve come as a company since then. Innovation is at the core of our DNA and will continue to drive us forward for years to come.

TOP LEFT At the Google headquarters, 1,300 of these multicolored “clown bikes” give employees the option to pedal from nearby public transit stops to work. Mike says the ones at the Chapel Hill office “mostly get ridden around the office by our kids!” BOTTOM LEFT This wooden mural installation was completed by Google’s facilities coordinator Bree Franklin. Bree keeps the office up to date in seasonal decor and has handled many of the office’s design choices. OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP LEFT The wood behind these colorful furnishings was salvaged locally, and the reception desk was constructed to match from new materials. OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP RIGHT This custom pool table sports an eye-popping lime green felt, and employees enjoy taking breaks from daily challenges to clear their minds with a quick match. OPPOSITE PAGE, BOTTOM With a nod to their Chapel Hill surroundings, Google’s main conference room sports a full-size photograph of UNC’s beloved Old Well.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

O F F I C E

S P A C E S

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

O F F I C E

S P A C E S

REIN FOUNDED 2015 • RHONDA RODENBAUGH, VP OF ADMIN AND HR • 6,005 SQ. FT. NO. OF CHAPEL HILL EMPLOYEES: 21 137 E. FRANKLIN ST., SUITE 601 ARCHITECT: TEERA GAMES (ALLIANCE ARCHITECTURE)

WHAT THEY DO REIN is an insurtech company whose platform enables the faster creation of more flexible digital insurance products. We empower insurers by developing new ways to derive meaningful insights from insurance-related data and provide better ways to use that data in underwriting. The REIN platform enables companies to unlock new revenue streams by embedding digital insurance products right inside their existing channels, as well as through other online ecosystems. Our easyto-use distribution tools equip users with a proven solution that enables straight through processing and minimizes end to end friction when bringing new digital insurance products to market. LOCATION BENEFITS The atmosphere of Franklin Street is really great. Our staff has really bonded over walking to lunch together and making the important decision of where to go among the many, many choices. Being surrounded by universities, Chapel Hill gives us access to a lot of talent and fresh ideas that we need to scale our business. We’ve had about a dozen interns already from the various area universities, and whether they’ve been with us only on a project basis or for a longer term, the quality of their talent has been a real help to us. THE COMPANY’S CULTURE We’re a fairly close-knit group. We care about the business, but also about each other. We celebrate both our frustrations and our victories together, which leads to a very collaborative and respectful culture. We aren’t afraid to try new things because even if it’s an epic fail, we know we’ll laugh, learn, have sympathetic coworkers and move on to tackle the next challenge. FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE OFFICE The view! Not everyone even knows that there’s a building in the heart of downtown that goes up to a sixth floor. Our view of the treetops and the town are just breathtaking. 40

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

A SINGLE DRAWBACK TO THE OFFICE SPACE We’re in a great, newly renovated space, but the building itself is fairly old, so there have been some challenges that come along with an aging building. That said, the building management has been responsive about everything we’ve encountered, and they’re committed to getting the rest of the building renovated soon. BIGGEST CHALLENGE FOR THEIR COMPANY It would have to be the industry that we’re in. Bringing technology into the world of insurance is not an easy task. Our team is hard at work every day to constantly solve the challenges at hand and make insurance solutions an inherent part of their business workflows. WHERE THEY’LL BE IN FIVE YEARS One of the best parts of working in a small, growing company is that it never stays the same for long. REIN will likely have multiple insurance platforms, several new products and exciting developments in the implementation of Artificial Intelligence in insurance underwriting in the near future.

Will Slater, senior director of product and engineering (left), lunches with Travis Wherry, corporate counsel, at REINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dining bar.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

O F F I C E

S P A C E S

RIVERS AGENCY FOUNDED 1993 • LAUREN RIVERS, FOUNDER/OWNER • 4,500 SQ. FT. NO. OF EMPLOYEES: 44 • 601 W. ROSEMARY ST., SUITE 108 ARCHITECT: PHILIP SZOSTAK (SZOSTAK DESIGN)

WHAT THEY DO Rivers is a full-service advertising agency. We create enduring brands by applying a complete range of integrated marketing and communications solutions. We started out as a small design shop in 1993 and saw an opportunity to grow a client list by committing to overdeliver. We’ve grown organically and now provide high-end custom website design-build, application development, innovative design, print advertising, TV, radio and online media, animation, public relations and social media management. LOCATION BENEFITS The agency sits on the border of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, right between the energy and elegance of the University of North Carolina and the funky music, foodie, free-thinking vibe of Carrboro. You can sense the ambition here. Chapel Hill has grown by leaps and bounds and our client opportunities have as well. Our client roster includes global enterprises, world-renowned academic institutions, entrepreneurial successes, as well as small area businesses and nonprofits. We enjoy doing all of this exciting work and enjoy helping local and global companies grow. THE COMPANY’S CULTURE We like to have fun! We like clear communication and we hire talented, enthusiastic people and encourage them to apply that talent freely. We’re a mix of personalities which you’d expect when you mix together strategic thinkers, expressive designers, insightful writers and laser-focused developers. This is a relationship business. We at the agency are in a relationship as a team, and we come together to build lasting relationships with our clients. We are all very close and happily creating together. FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE OFFICE I love that Phil Szostak’s design features large glass areas and a lot of natural light. That’s important when our folks are spending much of the day coaxing creative magic out into the world. The light gives us energy and a lot of happiness. A SINGLE DRAWBACK TO THE OFFICE SPACE Right now, my only concern is that we might outgrow it! WHERE THEY’LL BE IN FIVE YEARS We encourage and pay for our people to gain new skills, whatever it takes to help people stay fresh and challenged. We’re constantly seeking out and engaging the newest, most promising technologies and examining and assimilating the best practices within the marketing industry and the industries we serve. Things will be different in five years and so will Rivers Agency. That’s a good thing. CHM 42

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

S P A C E S

The Rivers Agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rosemary Street office features clean lines, Carrara marble and iron work by local metal artist Leo Gaev.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY RIVERS AGENCY

O F F I C E

from Lawrence This fall, nearly 80 members of the community traveled to Lawrence, Kansas, during the Inter-City Visit hosted by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce. During the three days, the group toured arts, startup and athletic facilities and heard from Lawrence leaders about their challenges and triumphs in the community. “Of the 17 years that I’ve been a part of these learning experiences, there are always a few themes that emerge and insights that capture our attention,” says Aaron Nelson, president and CEO of the chamber and executive director of the Partnership for a Sustainable Community. “This year in Lawrence, we saw what’s possible when you think big and work together to achieve a shared vision for a community.” We asked a few participants to share what they learned and what they took back to Chapel Hill.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

The Inter-City Visit delegation included Orange County elected officials, business owners, nonprofit directors, UNC officials and more. The trip included visits to the Bioscience & Technology Business Center, Sports Pavilion Lawrence and Rock Chalk Park, among other destinations in town.

was impressed with the presence of the arts in Lawrence. Their downtown had many privately owned, arts-based businesses that seemed to be thriving. The Lawrence Arts Center was one of the most impressive arts facilities I’ve ever seen relative to the size of the town. While we have very limited space dedicated to the arts in Orange County, we have a few things that Lawrence, and many other communities, don’t have: a county-funded arts commission, community leaders who understand the importance of the arts and a very large population of working creatives. As the OCAC begins to work with our creative community to address the need for arts space, I think the trip will prove helpful in getting our local leaders on board because it illustrated what could be possible in our community. Katie Murray director, Orange County Arts Commission

here is one word to describe our experience in Lawrence. Big! I am not just talking about the size of the facilities, but the depth and breath of the partnerships between the business community, government and university. We experienced that scale as we walked through the Bioscience and Technology Business Center, where new business concepts are brought to life. We enjoyed this scale at the Sports Pavilion Lawrence and Rock Chalk Park, where the university and city partnered for an 180,000-square-foot facility. And we felt this scale at Peaslee Tech and the Lawrence College and Career Center, where lives are changing for the better as young people find their career pathways. Lawrence got us thinking bigger about partnerships, and I am forever grateful. Katie Loovis vice president for external affairs, Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce

owntown Lawrence inspired me in the ways that it, like downtown Chapel Hill, blends the old with the new. One of my favorite parts was the 1888 Watkins Land Mortgage and National Bank Building that had been converted into a museum. Having this cultural asset in their downtown was a draw to visitors, but also a place where locals could take pride in the story of their community. In the museum and in many other cases, Lawrence used their older buildings well, repurposing aging building stock for modern uses. Here in downtown

Chapel Hill, we also benefit from historic buildings that add distinctive charm to a contemporary business district. As downtown’s new entrepreneurial ecosystem grows, we have more opportunities to think of creative ways to blend tradition and innovation and reinforce downtown Chapel Hill as a reflection of our unique community. Elinor Landess interim executive director, Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership

ne of the most fascinating aspects of the trip was Lawrence’s commemoration of its history. At The Watkins Museum of History, rooms are packed with exhibits on topics including the town’s emergence during bloody conflicts between pro-slavery and free-state forces and the Watkins family, whose wealth created much of what Lawrence is today. The museum excited me about the possibility of creating a dynamic space in Chapel Hill that commemorates our history. In the past year, the Historic Civil Rights Commemorative Task Force and Chapel Hill Nine Subcommittee have done excellent work in spotlighting some of our rich history during the civil rights movement, and the Chapel Hill Historical Society always stands ready to remember present and past local heroes. Susan Brown, the Chapel Hill Library director, recently reported on the current exploration of museums in other towns celebrating community history and the possibility of using Chapel Hill’s old town hall as such a space. More to come, but I firmly believe that in order to advance as a community, we must know where we have come from. Allen Buansi council member, Chapel Hill Town Council

ports Pavilion Lawrence and Rock Chalk Park were amazing facilities that not only generate revenue and provide numerous programming opportunities, but also demonstrate great working partnerships between coordinating organizations/ agencies. The trip to Lawrence made me realize how lucky our residents are to have so many choices in recreation. In addition, many of the facilities and parks in our county are conveniently located so residents and university students can walk or take public transportation. Orange County is fortunate to have numerous great recreational facilities, both public and private, that provide opportunities for citizens of all ages and abilities to recreate. Dana Hughes recreation supervisor, Carrboro Recreation & Parks CHM

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

CHAPEL HILL’S

ULTIMATE CHECKLIST CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH MARKETS, PARTIES, DECORATIONS, FOOD, DRINKS AND MORE

cc Show your support for the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at their annual “The Art of Giving” by shopping for paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry and more as holiday gifts. Throughout December

cc Choose handmade gifts from among 65 artisans and crafters during St. Thomas More Catholic School’s 15th annual Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show. Stick around for a raffle, holiday music, a bake sale and the reindeer cafe. Dec. 1 cc Dream of sugar plums at the Carolina Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” at Memorial Hall. Dec. 1 and 2

cc Head to Southern Season for one of many holiday cooking classes from a kids-only class making Christmas cupcakes to a kids and parents class making bûche de Noël. Throughout December

cc Continue a holiday tradition with a month of festive decor and events including an afternoon with the Sugar Plum Fairy and a visit with Santa during The Carolina Inn’s 21st annual Twelve Days of Christmas. Dec. 1-Jan. 2

cc Browse the pop-up Dewey’s Bakery holiday shop at SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals and buy some baked goods for the family with proceeds going toward the House. Through Dec. 23

cc Shop for holiday gifts and support more than 40 local artists at The ArtsCenter for its 12th annual Elf Market. Hop by the bar for a drink and let the kids make art projects. Dec. 1

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

cc Bring the kids to story time in the tree lot at 140 West Plaza to hear stories brought to you by Chapel Hill Public Library’s Circulator. Dec. 1, 8, 15 cc Make plans to visit Ayr Mount for a guided house tour when the Federal-era house is decorated for the holiday season – the house is never more beautiful than when it is adorned with freshly cut flowers, naturals, berries, holly, fruits and evergreens. Dec. 1-2, 5-9, 12-15

cc Take a magical tour through 17 acres on a hayride to Santa at 1870 Farm and stop to visit their festive animals, holiday scenes and more. They’ll have blankets and complimentary hot apple cider to keep you warm! Dec. 2, 8-9, 15-16, 23-24 cc Take the family to The Root Cellar (Dec. 2, 9, 16), Orange County Public Library (Dec. 14) or The Carolina Inn (Dec. 21-22) to decorate your own gingerbread house with fellow cookie builders.

cc Stop by St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Hillsborough for FeST featuring baked goods, handmade crafts, soup and bread, wreaths and more. Dec. 1

cc Interact with Santa Claus and baby goats, ride the Farm Express Train or hayride and enjoy various kids activities with Spring Haven Farm on weekends during their Winterfest. Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23

cc Kick off the season in downtown Hillsborough making family memories, doing some holiday shopping and celebrating the season. Start off by getting pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Visitors Center in the Alexander Dickson House. Then watch the Running of the Elves, a new 1-mile downhill race down Churton Street, right before the Light Up The Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade. Post-parade, join in for the Community Sing and Tree Lighting. Dec. 2

cc Visit 52 local artists from painters to jewelers to potters across 36 studios in Chatham County at the 26th annual Chatham Artists’ Guild Studio Tour. Dec. 1-2, 8-9 cc Enjoy refreshments as you jam out to electric tunes from the Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus group for their 24th annual winter concert “There’s No Business, Like Snow Business!” at Binkley Baptist Church. Dec. 1-2 cc Warm up your Saturday mornings with a series of classic holiday movies at The Lumina Theater – don’t miss “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” “Love, Actually,” “Scrooged” and “Micracle on 34th Street.” Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22

Making a List, Checking It Twice

A closer look at how The Carolina Inn decks the halls: • Decorating the outside of the Inn began in mid-November. • The interior décor goes up one week later. This includes greenery, lights, poinsettias and the lobby Christmas tree. • The Twelve Days of Christmas decorations went up right after Thanksgiving along with additional Christmas trees, wreaths and seasonal décor in Crossroads Chapel Hill. •

It takes a solid four to five days and more than 10 people on site to get the Inn completely decorated for the season.

Though it’s called the Twelve Days of Christmas, the celebrations of the holidays at The Carolina Inn actually lasts about a month, featuring special menus at Crossroads Chapel Hill, a tap dancing performance, brunch and breakfast with Santa, holiday afternoon tea and so much more. There’s even a special Romantic Resolution package for New Year’s Eve that includes a well-appointed guest room, late checkout, valet parking, chocolate covered strawberries, Champagne and a welcome amenity.

cc Embrace the holiday atmosphere and shop from The Carolina Inn Holiday Market filled with chocolates, jewelry and ornaments – complete with food and sweets to get into the spirit of the season. Dec. 2, 9, 16 cc Catch The Barefoot Movement at The ArtsCenter for acoustic renditions of everything from Chuck Berry’s “Run Run Rudolph” to Perry Como’s “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas.” Dec. 2 cc Kick off the holiday season at second annual Holiday Bazaar at the 140 West Plaza. Shop handmade crafts and creations from 20+ talented local makers, and eat from local food trucks while listening to Selector B Steady’s vinyl jams. Dec. 2

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

H O L I D A Y

C H E C K L I S T

Jolly Old Nick

cc Bring the whole family to Hayrides with Santa at Maple View Farm for scenic views of the farm strung with lights and afterward enjoy milk and cookies with Santa. Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 14-16 cc Watch the Southern Village holiday tree light up with a hot beverage and listen to the Mary Scroggs Elementary School chorus and the Grey Culbreth Middle School chorus perform festive songs. There will also be a chance to dance and take photos with Santa. Dec. 3 cc Light up the night with symphonic arrangements of classic holiday tunes like “White Christmas” and “Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer” by the North Carolina Symphony at Memorial Hall. Dec. 6 cc Be enchanted by the magic tale of Old St. Nick during Vietri founder and creative director Susan Gravely’s storytime at McIntyre’s Books. Dec. 7

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Over the years, Vietri artist Alessandro Taddei has painted a lot of different scenes featuring Old St. Nick on the Italian dinnerware – cuddling with a pup on a dog bowl, cooking up a storm on a oval platter and in his sleigh on a platter. Now fans of this festive line can learn all about the jolly man in “The Magic of Old St. Nick – The Adventure Begins,” a new book written by Vietri founder and creative director Susan Gravely and illustrated by Alessandro. “We had so much fun creating the persona of this fellow,” says Susan. “We talked about him being a real outdoorsman.” The book, out just in time to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Old St. Nick dinnerware, dives into the backstory of Old St. Nick where readers learn that he is actually a babbo, a term for ‘father’ in Italy, especially in Tuscany. As Old St. Nick passes the reins to his son, Nick, he shares all the lessons he wants to impart. “Now it’s important for you to always do good deeds and be the best you can be. Help others in need,” Susan says, quoting her protagonist. “Spread your love around the world.” Wrapping up with a glossary of Italian words, the book has a beautiful message about kindness and love that would pair perfectly with milk and cookies. Find the book locally at SOUTH and McIntyre’s Books or at vietri.com.

H O L I D A Y

C H E C K L I S T

Get ready for holiday gatherings with stylish new shades and save.

cc Don’t miss the chance to indulge in sweet treats like ice cream for breakfast with Santa and his friends at Maple View Farm, and don’t forget to wear your pajamas! Dec. 15

100

cc Experience the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade filled with music, floats and performances starting at the old post office on East Franklin Street and making its way to the Carrboro Town Hall. Dec. 8

REBATES STARTING AT

ASK FOR DETAILS

cc Get away from the hustle and bustle of the season and enjoy the peaceful holiday splendor of the North Carolina Botanical Vignette® Modern Roman Shades

Garden for their Winter in the Garden Holiday Festival, with

M-F: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sun: Closed

cc Grab the kids and head to Orange County Public Library to watch Puppet Show, Inc. present a retelling of the classic book, "The Wish Tree,” then create a craft to take home after. Dec. 8

cc Venture to the past at Burwell School where North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green and poet Darnell Arnoult bring conversation, poetry and drama between Elizabeth Keckley and Mary Lincoln, two women whose alliance developed against the backdrop of the Civil War. Dec. 8 � Stroll through Hillsborough on a selfguided tour around the town’s historic treasures during the 32nd annual Candlelight Tour: Books by Candlelight. The evening will feature pop-up readings from authors who celebrate the charm of the small town, festive decor, music, a gingerbread house exhibit at the Burwell School and a complimentary miniature train circling the downtown historic district. Dec. 9

Photo by Fabricut

Sew Fine II 5850 Fayetteville Rd Ste 104 Durham, NC

luminarias, native plant greenery, music, food trucks and good cheer. Dec. 8

cc Head to the Horace Williams House for Preservation Chapel Hill’s exhibit and holiday sale featuring handcrafted wooden collectibles with work from the Chapel Hill Woodturners. Through Dec. 22

on qualifying purchases*

SEPTEMBER 22–DECEMBER 10, 2018

919-806-3638 www.sewfine2.com Ask us about special savings on select Hunter Douglas operating systems.

*Manufacturer’s mail-in rebate offer valid for qualifying purchases made 9/22/18–12/10/18 from participating dealers in the U.S. only. Rebate will be issued in the form of a prepaid reward card and mailed within 4 weeks of rebate claim approval. Funds do not expire. Subject to applicable law, a $2.00 monthly fee will be assessed against card balance 6 months after card issuance and each month thereafter. See complete terms distributed with reward card. Additional limitations may apply. Ask participating dealer for details and rebate form. ©2018 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or their respective owners. 18Q4MAGVC2

Cirque de Noel ·

FRI, DEC 21 | 8PM SAT, DEC 22 | 3PM & 8PM

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH Wesley Schulz, conductor Statewide Media Partner: Our State

NEW YEAR’S EVE

Vienna with a Twist MON, DEC 31 | 8PM MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH Wesley Schulz, conductor North Carolina Jazz Repertory Orchestra Statewide Media Partner: Our State

Mozart & Shostakovich THUR, JAN 10 | 7:30PM MEMORIAL HALL, CHAPEL HILL Karina Canellakis, conductor Mozart: Symphony No. 40 Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10

The Music of

VALENTIN E’S WEEKEND

Whitney Houston FRI/SAT, FEB 15-16 | 8PM

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH Brent Havens, conductor Rashidra Scott, singer Weekend Sponsor: Grubb Ventures Saturday Concert Sponsor: Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC

Tickets on sale now!

ncsymphony.org | 919.733.2750 December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

Gemstones

•

Crystals

•

Minerals

•

Jewelry

•

Sage

•

Incense

•

Candles

•

Gifts

•

The Crystal Garden

Books

cc Head over to University Place for a free holiday concert featuring The Village Band who has been playing music for more than four decades in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Dec. 9 cc The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis returns to Memorial Hall to spread holiday cheer at their Big Band Holidays concert. Dec. 11 cc Test out your pipes and join in on the fun with PopUp Broadway Chorus at The ArtsCenter. This month, sing along with a community chorus to songs from “The Sound of Music.” Dec. 13

The largest selection of crystals and gemstones in the Triangle area.

Timberlyne Shopping Center

1129 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill • 919.265.8038

www. the-crystal-garden.com

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

cc Light up the season with Carrboro’s annual tree lighting, Carr Mill By Candlelight. This year, instead of stringing lights on the oak tree in front of Townsend Bertram & Company,

H O L I D A Y

C H E C K L I S T

the community is invited to join together to bring light and love to the tree with a candle lighting ceremony. There will also be performances by Second Shift A Cappella and Katharine Whalen Jazz Squad and complimentary hot chocolate and cider. Don’t forget to put your name in for the raffle prizes provided by stores in Carr Mill Mall. Dec. 13 cc See “The Nutcracker” on ice at Orange County Sportsplex. Dec. 14-15

CELEBRATE THE BEST OF LIFE

GOVERNORS CLUB

Explore the premier, private, gated community in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Nationally-recognized, Governors Club features 12 unique neighborhood settings, built around an award-winning 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course and member-owned country club. Discover Governors Club. Discover the best of life.

cc Stroll through downtown Chapel Hill and admire the decorated windows. cc Enjoy an extra holiday 2nd Friday ArtWalk with caroling and warm beverages at the 140 West Plaza, plus luminaries lighting your way. Dec. 14 cc Donald Davis Storytelling is back this holiday season to share his stories at The Fearrington Barn. In lieu of admission, donations of canned goods to CORA and gently used children’s books to Book Harvest will be accepted. Dec. 15-16 cc Celebrate the best of American folk and bluegrass at the third annual Holiday Circle Show put on by The ArtsCenter. Dec. 15 cc Commemorate the season of light with secular and sacred selections from Voices, the Chapel Hill chorus, in a variety of classical, gospel and popular styles complete with an audience sing-along at UNC Hill Hall’s Moeser Auditorium. Dec. 15-16 cc Turn up the holiday magic with your little ones with a fun-filled session of confectionary creativity at Kidzu Children’s Museum. Participants will receive an undecorated gingerbread

Ranked among the top 5% of private clubs worldwide 12 Unique Neighborhood Settings with Homes from $400K - 3M+ Club Membership Opportunities Available EXPERIENCE THE PRIVATE CLUB LIFESTYLE. CALL 919 9337500 TO SCHEDULE YOUR VISIT.

GovernorsClubNC.com • (919) 933-7500 11000 Governors Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27517

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

SUPPORT LOCAL, GIVE LOCALLY

Thursday, December 6 5:00-8:30pm Participating merchants and local restaurants in downtown Pittsboro will donate 10% of sales this night to a local non-profit.

In Downtown Pittsboro

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

A program of

MainStreetPittsboro.com

Purchases at Chatham Business Services help Camp Royall Purchases at Circle City Books help Chatham Literacy Purchases at Deep River Mercantile help CORA Purchases at Joyful Jewel help Chatham Arts Council Purchases at Liquidambar help Carolina Tiger Rescue Purchases at M2 Graphics help Jamieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vision Purchases at New Horizons Downtown help Chatham County Historical Association Purchases at Pittsboro Roadhouse help Northwood High Music Department Purchases at Pittsboro Toys help Chatham Partnership for Children Purchases at Reclamations help the Haw River Assembly Purchases at Screaming For Vintage help Habitat for Humanity

PHOTO BY CAITLIN MARGARET KELLY

H O L I D A Y

C H E C K L I S T

house with icing and tasty toppings. Create memories together as you create a masterpiece fit for the season – hot chocolate bar included! Dec. 15 cc Join Southern Season for a morning full of holiday cheer at Weathervane for a delicious breakfast buffet. Don't forget your camera because Santa will be making his rounds and every child will receive a holiday treat! Dec. 19 cc Celebrate the winter solstice along the Riverwalk during the Solstice Celebration Lantern walk. Individuals are asked to bring a handmade lantern that lights up to guide them along as they march with the rest of the community. Dec. 21 cc Experience a train ride around The Carolina Inn on the Holiday Express. Enjoy reading “The Polar Express” with Santa’s elves while decorating cookies, making ornaments and savoring a snack. Dec. 23 cc Dance the night away at The ArtsCenter’s New Year’s Eve celebration featuring Ellis Dyson and the Shambles, a folksy swing-ragtime band, who will be joined by Katharine Whalen. Dec. 31 cc Make a new year’s resolution to eat local in 2019 and start by having dinner downtown. Dec. 31

New Year, New Chef 2019 is going to be a big one for chef Justin Burdett. He takes over the kitchen at Crook’s Corner as only the third-ever chef in the restaurant’s 36-year-old history in January. But this month, he looks forward to serving up classic Crook’s seasonal dishes, like Bill Smith’s corned ham and holiday duck featuring a seared duck breast and a confit leg, served with cranberries, mashed rutabagas and sautéed cabbage and leeks. When he’s not learning the ropes from Bill, Justin might be found making classic dishes at home like turkey and stuffing or getting to know his new surroundings. “I’m still exploring Chapel Hill, and the Crook’s staff is making a list of all the cool, local places to hit for holiday shopping,” Justin says. “There’s still so much I haven’t seen yet.” Meanwhile, he’s planning a spectacular New Year’s Eve dinner at Crook’s. The menu will draw from the repertoire of Bill Neal, Bill Smith and Justin in homage to what has come before and to offer a glimpse into what he has in store for Crook’s in the coming years. CHM

fine gifts, custom stationery, furnishings & interior design SOUTHCHAPELHILL.COM 1 0 7 M E A D O W M O N T V I L L A G E C I RC L E C H A P E L H I L L , N O RT H C A R O L I N A 919.240.5475

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

e t s a m a N

Health & Wellness

a s e t a e r c a g o Y a m a M e h ol

Kate Sayre, Lauren Sacks, Alexandra DeSiato, Anna Jefferson and Francelle Toedtli strike a yoga pose during the Whole Mama Yoga retreat at Rock Quarry Farm.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

c - a t i on special retreat to supp ort local moms

Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A DAMP AND CHILLY morning at Rock Quarry Farm, but inside its wide-planked barn, string lights and a flaming heat lamp illuminate the faces of a dozen or so women as they gently ease into yoga poses chosen to help restore their bodies and spirits. The retreat was developed by Alexandra DeSiato and Lauren Sacks, founders of Whole Mama

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

ABOVE Lauren leads the women in preparing for a widelegged, seated, forward fold. BELOW The women move into a deep squat (or malasana). The hourlong yoga practice touches on motherhood themes – patience, surrender and the need for self-care, along with physical asana to support rest and rejuvenation. Yoga, which provides “yoga,

community and commiseration for all phases of motherhood.” The retreat is a natural extension of the work they already do with pre- and post-natal moms. But they use “post-natal” inclusively – some of the moms here have kids in their teens. Additionally, they’re moving away from their baby years as well. Alexandra is mom to Seraphina, 3, and Lauren has two children, Simon, 7, and Laine, also 3. “Yoga’s gifts to all stages of motherhood include more than movement,” Lauren says. “Breathwork, mantra, meditation, intention-setting and the philosophical tenets of yoga all offer unique support to moms.” 56

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

And the retreat provides other thoughtful ways to support mothers. The staycation model allowed participants to sign up for one day, or two days without accommodations, or they could indulge by spending the night at the farm, run by mother-and-son duo Camille and Miles Andrews. Miles’s partner, doula Heather Grissom, even offered her personal support by helping each woman create a special essential oil blend to take home. Hillsborough Spa and Day Retreat, Market Street Coffee and Carolina Yoga Company all donated goodies for the moms in gift bags that also included chocolates, skin care and teas. While the showering of local support made the retreat especially pampering, the mothers felt most nourished just by being with other moms. “The retreat afforded me a committed, safe space and time to connect to myself and others who have had similar experiences to me as moms,” says Francelle Toedtli, who is pregnant with her second child. “It feels like there are very few opportunities for this type of connection in our busy world.” Kate Sayre feels the same way. “Whole Mama Yoga is such a special entity,” she says. “The ability to connect so quickly with women I didn’t know previously was really lovely. We were able to say, ‘Yes, I completely get that!’ and to share things that made us laugh and cry. At the end, we all asked when the next one would be and how we can sign up!” –Virginia Robinson

PERSONALIZED CORRECTION DESIGNED FOR YOUR SKIN

DEVELOPED WITH OUR SCIENCE DIAGNOSED BY YOUR PROFESSIONAL DIFFERENTIATED BY YOUR RESULTS

EXCLUSIVELY OFFERED AT THE SKIN CARE & LASER CENTER OF CENTRAL DERMATOLOGY

For the first time, SkinCeuticals has combined

TECHNOLOGY + SCIENCE to deliver a personalized corrective plan that evolves with your skin.

Request an appointment online at www.centraldermcenter.com

Your CUSTOM D . O . S . E treatment plan is backed

2238 NELSON HIGHWAY #300 CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517 919.493.3194

by our commitment to proof. More than 500 subjects were tested in a series of 14 studies, yielding an average of 18% improvement in skin tone evenness and texture as well as a 38% improvement in overall skin appearance. Each ingredient contained in your D.O.S.E formula is proven safe and effective on different

DR. AUSTIN NEWSOME Board Certified Dermatologist

skin types and tones.

A D V A N C E D

C L I N I C A L

S P A

Skin Care & Laser Center

Using flotation devices helps participants complete a 60-second plank.

A GREAT REASON TO

Swim Things In the

Dentistry for Healthy, Confident, Comfortable Smiles.

Now in Historic Roxboro

MEMBERS AT THE CEDARS ENJOY FUN, FRIENDSHIP AND FITNESS

Modern dentistry with individualized care in a relaxed environment. Dr. Mary Bennett Houston, D.D.S. General Family Dentistry 415 South Main St | Roxboro, NC 27573 •Formerly Practiced in Chapel Hill •Accepting New Patients By Appointment •Offering Preventative, Restorative, Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry.

336.599.4145 | marybennetthoustondds.com 58

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

ATER IS FREEDOM,” SAYS instructor Julie Hardison as she gets ready to lead a group of seniors in water aerobics at The Cedars of Chapel Hill. The participants today would probably chuckle at being described as the hard-core bunch, but the

UNC URGENT

CARE 24/7

ACCESS the CARE YOU NEED from ANYWHERE.

Get quality care via your phone, computer or tablet with UNC Urgent Care 24/7. Visit with board-certified doctors online who can diagnose symptoms, recommend treatment, and in most cases, send prescriptions to your local pharmacy. Visits are private, secure and depending on your insurance, cost $49 or less. Feel better faster with UNC Urgent Care 24/7.

LEARN MORE and SIGN-UP at UNCUrgentCare247.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

chilly morning weather has kept others home, so this class is small, just eight of the usual 15 or so people. It’s 8:45 a.m., and everyone is ready: Julie on the deck in her workout clothes, and swimmers bobbing in the pool in their suits. They’re so eager that they pull the lane lines out of the pool themselves, giving Julie time to chat about why the class is so popular and so good for those who take the plunge one to four times a week. “They’re social, which is part of the benefit of group exercise,” she says of her students, adding with a laugh, “Sometimes they even get too chatty!”

We go the extra smile.

Comprehensive pediatric dentistry and orthodontic care for your entire family.

cliftonandmauney.com

& on

Maun

Or tho don tics & Ped iat ric De nti str y

Clif t

Get full service dental care at our modern, state-of-the-art practice located at 77 Vilcom Center Drive in Chapel Hill. Call 919-933-1007 to request an appointment.

Julie Hardison, fitness director at The Cedars, is an enthusiastic instructor, performing exercises alongside her senior students.

Celebrating 20 years of pediatric dentistry and orthodontic care in Chapel Hill. 4572_Clifton&Mauney_4.9444x7_ƒ.indd 1

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

9/20/18 1:08 PM

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

IT’S BECOME A SOCIAL GROUP. IF YOU’RE NOT GOING TO BE HERE, YOU HAVE TO LET SOMEONE KNOW.” – NANCY BUELL

THANK YOU

for voting us Best of Chapel Hill year after year! • •

FAVORITE OPHTHALMOLOGIST FAVORITE PLACE FOR GLASSES

John H. Wood, MD & David R. Haas, MD

BOARD CERTIFIED OPHTHALMOLOGISTS, PHYSICIANS, AND SURGEONS

Comprehensive Eye Care • Dropless Cataract Surgery Bladeless Laser and Premium Lens Cataract Surgery Glaucoma Treatment and Surgery Lasik / Refractive Surgery • Full-service Optical Shop with Contact Lenses

110 Connor Dr. | Suite 2, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

919.942.8701

ChapelHillEye.com December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

ABOVE LEFT Ruth Barber. ABOVE RIGHT Camilla Rushbrooke.

They admit that’s true. “It’s become a social group. If you’re not going to be here, you have to let someone know,”

Her Experience. Your Advantage. Chris G. Adigun, MD is a board certified dermatologist, known for her expertise in laser and aesthetic dermatology. She is a recognized leader in dermatology and a national media expert. She has been featured on Good Morning America, CBS News, and North Carolina's own, The People's Pharmacy.

Healthy, Beautiful Skin Starts at DLC! DLC is at the forefront of dermatology, offering the latest technology and treatment. Dr. Adigun has assembled a team of top notch, dermatology trained professionals. Voted The Best of Chapel Hill 2017. Come see what we are doing to help our patients achieve their goals!!

My goal is to provide an exceptional patient experience. I believe in a conservative, personalized approach to facial and body rejuvenation with beautiful, natural results. - Chris G. Adigun, MD, FAAD Located in The Veranda at Briar Chapel

58 Chapelton Court, Suite 120 Chapel Hill, NC 919.942.2922

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

www.dlcofchapelhill.com

explains Nancy Buell, who says a friend checked in with her when she once missed two classes in a row. “And it’s so great that it’s right here – you don’t have to go anywhere!” adds Carol Stamm, who moved to The Cedars three years ago and has been taking the class ever since. Today, her husband will play a few rounds of ping-pong while she meets up with her water aerobics crew. Today’s workout is inspired by the alphabet: A for abdominals, B for big steps, C for crab walks. Julie mixes up the workouts and is careful to explain modifications that make the class accessible to everyone. The water itself is a huge part of this – because of their buoyancy, many members can do as many as 50 jumping jacks in the pool. Like a true teacher, Julie also connects what they do in the pool to their lives outside of it. “She was very clear that holding in [your abdominal muscles] protected your back,” Nancy says, “and so now, when I’m holding my grandchild, I do that.” Just like the sparkling blue water they’re in, the joys of the class are clear. “45 minutes of exercise lifts their spirits,” says Julie. “There’s a lot of laughter as they exit the pool and head for the hot tub!” –Virginia Robinson

Breeland Endodontics has provided endodontic services for patients from Chapel Hill, Durham and the greater Triangle area for twenty-eight years. Dr. Nona Breeland received her DDS and specialty training in endodontics from the UNC School of Dentistry. Having held many dental leadership roles on the local, state and national levels, Dr. Breeland has dedicated her professional life to making a difference. She brings the same energy and excellence to her endodontic practice.

ENDODONTIC SERVICES

DR. NONA BREELAND

Diagnosis • Root Canal Therapy • Endodontic Retreatment Surgical Endodontics • Trauma Management • Internal Bleaching

1506 East Franklin Street, Suite 204 • Chapel Hill • 919-967-1776 office • www.breelandendo.com

DENTISTS

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

The Bottle Rev running club gathers every Thursday outside the shop before their run for Lewis Hendricks’ weekly update.

• Complete Family Eye Care • Diabetic Eye Exams • Glaucoma Exams • Macular Degeneration Exams

• LASIK Surgery • Cataract Surgery • Corneal Transplants • Full Optical Shop

See what you’ve been missing! We’re Accepting New Patients! Dr. James A. Bryan III

•

Dr. Mark W. Scroggs

•

Dr. Dale D. Stewart

55 Vilcom Center Drive, Suite 140 • Chapel Hill, NC • 919.967.4836 64

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

•

Introducing Dr. Nicole A. Penke

carolina2020.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

Hitting their Stride

BOTTLE REV’S CLUB GIVES RUNNERS, INCLUDING VETERANS, A REASON TO EXERCISE AND SOCIALIZE

F YOU WALKED INTO BOTTLE Rev on October 18, you would’ve seen a number of people drinking a beer. Well, almost everyone actually – just not Jim Krug. Jim turned 51 the week before and to mark the occasion, he gave up alcohol for 51 weeks. So, what was Jim doing standing at the bar on the first chilly Thursday of fall? Socializing for one, but he was also there for Bottle Rev’s running club. Co-owner Lewis Hendricks and his business partner, Julie Paddison, opened Bottle Rev, a bottle shop for craft beer and wine, in May 2017. A weekly running club sprung up not long after they opened their doors. “I was part of the military and I was getting out,” Lewis says. “I wanted to do something – open a business. I know the beer side of things, but I didn’t know the wine side. I knew I wanted to do wine, so I had to find a business partner who was Julie. She’s the one with the wine certifications. She’s a triathlete and I’m a runner… and so having the club is just a neat kind of community thing.” Jim is a veteran, too. He was in the Army for seven years and left right before Desert Storm in 1992. Now, he’s a part of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a national organization that aims to get

Ha py Hol ida ys

COME EXPERIENCE THE GENTLE SIDE OF DENTISTRY Where Art, Science & Technology Meet

Preventive, Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry

Mandy Ghaffarpour, DDS Scott R. Hardin, DDS Steven M. Hart, DMD Studio G is Now Welcoming New Patients!

104 N. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

919.942.7163 | StudioGDentist.com 2010-2018 DRS. GHAFFARPOUR AND HART ARE PANKEY AFFILIATED DENTISTS

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

EVERY NIGHT IT SEEMS LIKE A GROUP FROM THE CLUB IS MEETING UP AGAIN TO JUST GRAB A BEER. AFTER SEEING THESE SAME PEOPLE, NOW THEY’RE FRIENDS.

GREAT SMILES, GREAT SERVICE!

• FREE Consultation • Caring and Dedicated Staff • Pre-Orthodontic Guidance Program free of charge • Payment Plans Available

BARBARA T. HERSHEY DDS, MS • GAVIN C. HEYMANN DDS, MS CHAPEL HILL OFFICE • 1525 E Franklin St. • (919) 967-0474 DURHAM OFFICE • 3206 Old Chapel Hill Rd. • (919) 493-7554 HILLSBOROUGH OFFICE • 406 Millstone Dr. • (919) 732-4655

HersheyandHeymann.com 66

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

veterans connected to the community. “At the time that we started coming to this run, I was the [Team RWB] chapter captain,” Jim says. “We didn’t have anything for our veterans in Chapel Hill, so we said, ‘Let’s get something going out there.’ So we started showing up at this run from day one.” He even got Lewis to join Team RWB. And now almost a year and a half later, even though he’s no longer the chapter captain, Jim is still running (or walking, depending on the day) with the club. He actually participates in three other running clubs but especially enjoys the community he’s found at Bottle Rev. “You’ve got two different groups – Team RWB and Carolina Godiva Track Club – here that actually form this running club, and then you’ve got stragglers as well. But everybody that’s in the other run club, they’re really great people. That’s who I was talking to over here,” Jim says as he points to two guys at the bar. “We always push each other harder.” At the beginning of each run on Thursday, Lewis rallies all the runners outside in front of the shop to give a little pep talk and introduce the guest brewer of the week – this week’s was Mark Gibb from Gibb’s Hundred Brewing Company in Greensboro. You really get a sense of the camaraderie

H E A L T H

W E L L N E S S

Lewis Hendricks (left) introduces Mark Gibb of Gibb’s Hundred Brewing Company, the guest brewer of the week.

as everyone squeezes together on the sidewalk – even the “stragglers” like Emily Nicolai and Scott Hemingway. They’re out-of-state transplants who discovered the Bottle Rev running club on their drive home from work – they live only a mile down the road. The club has given them an incentive to meet new people, sweat a little and try new beers afterward. “I like the structure of it versus other running clubs,” Emily says. “People may or may not show up. Different groups leave at different times. It’s not one uniform group. I love how before each run, he gets all of us together to hear [from] this week’s brewer and makes it a really fun event and something that you want to do. “If Scott and I don’t catch each other on the same week, I’m like, ‘That’s OK, I’m happy to run with whoever.’” Everyone else is content as well: Scott, who was not a runner, completed his first half-marathon this fall; Jim still runs even without the appeal of beer afterward; and Lewis even invited some of the club to his wedding. “Thursday’s just the run,” says Lewis. “But every night it seems like a group from the club is meeting up again to just grab a beer. After seeing these same people, now they’re friends.” –Hannah Lee CHM

Voted Favorite Landscaper by Chapel Hill Magazine Readers

SAVE $200* on your next landscaping project $5,000 or more use code: 0317 *Expires 03/01/2019

We offer full landscape design and installation. In addition, we provide flexible maintenance services from basic lawn care to full service grounds care allowing you to customize your program to fit your needs. 919.942.5051 | omaralandscaping.com December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

NOW TRENDING WHAT WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE SEEING THIS YEAR FROM BUILDERS FEATURED IN THE PARADE OF HOMES

BY KARA PIT TMAN

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

FAR LEFT The board-andbatten siding on this Blue Heron Signature home in Colvard Farms is a trendy exterior look.

T’S NOT EVERY DAY YOU CAN jump in the car and go see more than 20 homes in the area to discover the latest trends and designs in homebuilding. But, luckily, I can and do! As a local Realtor and owner of Terra Nova Global Properties, I’ve been in the Durham, Orange and Chatham market selling homes for 20 years now. While most folks have to wait for the Parade of Homes every October, I make it my job to see homes nearly every day. I also help clients prep their homes for sale or give advice to friends on paint colors and cabinet choices. I’ve built and renovated nearly a dozen homes on the side and look forward to doing more in the future.

TOP RIGHT The kitchen of this house also features a standalone hood vent and tile set in a stylish pattern. BOTTOM RIGHT The office in this house has a unique light fixture and large windows that both make a bold statement.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Sliding barn doors, like the one in this Briar Chapel home, are a fun and functional way to divide spaces.

But let me tell you, there’s something special about the Parade, which is organized by The Home Builders Association (HBA) of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties. Builders bring

out their best – their best floor plans, their best subcontractors, their best designers, decorators, you name it. It’s a lively competition among fellow homebuilders to see who ends up a ribbon winner every fall. Even though I’m in and out of houses daily, I also love a Parade! Based on this year’s batch of homes, here’s what’s new and what’s tried-and-true for home building and decorating in 2018. Elsewhere in the Briar Chapel house, gold light fixtures and an eye-popping floor make a striking impact.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

GROUNDED IN THE TRIANGLE for over 40 years. P Fee Development P Investment Properties P General Brokerage & Leasing P Buyer & Tenant Representation P Property Management

John Morris & Scott Morris

Individual Members

194 Finley Golf Course Road, Suite 102, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

919-942-1141

morriscommercial.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

M O D E R N FA R M H O U S E A glance through the Parade of Homes guide book leaves the impression that builders want to get us back to the farm. Maybe we all need a taste of that seemingly tranquil lifestyle. (But if you’ve ever met a real farmer, they’ll tell you otherwise!) On the inside, homes are forgoing formal spaces like living rooms and dining rooms, and home exteriors are also becoming less formal with these farmhouse-inspired styles. At all price points, we’re seeing larger porches than before. Wide enough for a good day’s porch sitting, Saussy Burbank’s porch in the new South Durham neighborhood, 751 South, wraps around so you can catch up with neighbors on all sides. Board-and-batten siding provides a clean exterior look, reminiscent of farm homes of days past. Blue Heron Signature Homes has mastered this simplistic style on a much larger home

in Durham’s Colvard Farms. Thanks to HGTV and Joanna Gaines’ favorite design feature, inside we’re seeing accents of shiplap throughout many Parade homes this year. J. Fuller Homes went a step further and decked out an entire downstairs bath in shiplap. It’s simple, yet so beautiful. And you can’t miss the sliding barn doors these days. They’re great for pantries and closets. Garman Homes does a great job in setting them off with fun accent colors. You’ll love the smoky blue one found in their Parade home in Chatham’s Briar Chapel. Want to update your own home and add a barn door? Head to Fitch Lumber & Hardware in Carrboro. Believe me, you’ll want quality hardware for this job, and they have one of the best selections of doors around.

Board and batten was also spotted in the interior of this Blue Heron Signature Homes house in Colvard Farms.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Raise your curb appeal way up. You can have low-maintenance siding that possesses the character and charisma to turn heads. We have the technology. It’s built into Celect ® Cellular Composite Siding by Royal ®. Learn more at CelectTheBest.com or call Tom Wilhelm at 1.866.429.0964 For product warranty details, please visit www.CelectWarranty.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Rectangular fireplaces, like the one in this Homes by Dickerson master bedroom, are also on trend. Â&#x201E;

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Bring new color to your life

WITH FRESH COAT OF CHAPEL HILL

L.COM TING FRESHCOATCHAPELHIL

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAIN

THE FRESH COAT DIFFERENCE: • Professional painters with over 10 years of experience • Competitive pricing • FREE firm & detailed quote • 2 Year Warranty

DEEP ROOTS DON’T GROW OVERNIGHT. When it comes to commercial real estate, having an advocate nearby is an absolute necessity. At Trinity Partners, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive and creative solutions to our clients, no matter how sophisticated their real estate needs. We have every point in the Triangle covered — and all the ground in-between. trinity-partners.com | 919.674.3690 LOCALLY GROWN. EXCEEDINGLY CAPABLE.

Half Pg_H_April_CH_GENERAL.indd 1

3/19/2018 5:26:33 PM

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

KITCHENS A N D B AT H S What’s new in the kitchen world? White cabinets are still a classic and remain on the scene, but there’s more variety in cabinet color today. Subtle grays are coming on strong. In David Weekley Homes’ Durham townhome in Chapel Run, I found a new icy mint color that was light and airy.

The counter-to-ceiling herringbone tile pattern in this Homes by Dickerson kitchen is both striking and sophisticated.

400 Dominion Drive Suite 101 Morrisville, NC 27560 919-379-5767 stormguard-durhamnc.com

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

The kitchen and master bathroom in this David Weekley townhome show the variety in cabinet colors we're seeing today.

Stand-alone hood vents are taking center stage and providing a nice space to show off some creative backsplashes. I saw everything from the now-standard subway tile to marble, herringbone patterns and fun penny tiles. (Best Tile in Durham is a good place to source for your own kitchen or bath!) My new favorite is mixing metals in the kitchen. Black kitchen faucets and drawer pulls stand out in sharp contrast to lighter and whiter countertops. The folks at Wilkinson Supply Co. can help you update your faucets anywhere in the house. Â&#x201E;

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Beautifully appointed and fully furnished office space in Chapel Hill, convenient to I-40, RTP and RDU.

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Even the exterior color on this Homes by Dickerson house in Henderson Place reflects its certified green building design.

E N V I R O N M E N T A L LY F R I E N D LY / H I G H PERFORMANCE Energy and green building codes exist to varying degrees in every U.S. building jurisdiction. Just as traditional building codes are made to ensure homeowner safety, green building and energy codes protect and sustain our environment. Our HBA of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties does an excellent job of educating its builders and providing avenues for homebuilders to learn more, such as forming the Green Building Council. The name has evolved into the High-Performance Building Council, and they have been integral in helping to shape standards in our industry of what it truly means to be “green.” Nearly 30% of houses entered in the Parade were third-party NGBS Green Certified. Homes by Dickerson has been known in our market for building green for many years now. I fell in love with their home in Chatham’s Henderson Place, which is actually painted green as well. Not only is it built with high performance in mind, the color palette is so subtle and subdued, and I love how it resonates with nature.

yourfamily magazine including our Navigating Schools guide

Read the 2018-2019 guide for year-round family fun, where to eat with kids, our schools directory and more. Find the guide at Flyleaf Books, the Chapel HillCarrboro Chamber of Commerce, other locations around town and our office.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

O F

H O M E S

PHOTO BY BETH MANN

P A R A D E

We Know

WENDY THOMPSON

JAYE KRELLER

CHAPEL HILL! Locally, we are known as

LEFT The fireplace in this Lennar home’s screened-in porch is doublesided for extra coziness. ABOVE Homeowners in Corbinton Commons can spend more time grilling and less time doing yard work.

THE SPECIALIST

CHRIS CULBRETH

TRACY WRIGHT

on our community’s houses, neighborhoods, schools and cultural activities. Our experience allows us to introduce buyers to the "quality-of-life" in the Chapel Hill area.

If you are looking for a home, call or drop by our office for the most varied newcomer packet and an interesting introduction to the Chapel Hill area.

TAMMI THORNTON

CINDY GUDEMAN

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE 311 West Rosemary Street Chapel Hill, NC 27516

919.933.8500

KATHERINE CLARK

TONY HALL

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Toll Free 800.382.0673

www.tonyhallassociates.com

OUTDOOR E N T E RTA I N I N G Going along with that notion of a more relaxed lifestyle, builders are giving us great outdoor spaces to unwind and entertain. I’ve seen more outdoor kitchens this year than ever before. In Corbinton Commons, Hillsborough’s 55 and older community, you’ll find that an outdoor patio with built-in grill is an option. Lucky for those homeowners, the exterior maintenance and landscaping is provided. So all you need is a few friends and some patio furniture. A screened-in porch tops my wish list, as I love to be outside nearly year-round. Lennar has a screened porch with a double-sided fireplace in Durham’s Valley Springs, perfect for outdoor dining and napping, even in the colder months.

Save the dates for two great home tours in 2019!

A P R I L 2 7 - 2 8 A N D M AY 4 - 5 , 2 0 1 9

www.SpringGreenHomeTour.com Beautiful new homes and remodel projects that have been Green Certified will be open and available for touring throughout the Triangle area. Knowledgeable sales team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; often the actual builder! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be available to answer questions. A certified green home can save you money in the long run! The Spring Green Home Tour and The Triangle Parade of Homes are hosted by the Home Builders Associations of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties and Raleigh/Wake Counties. For more information, call 919-493-8899.

S E P T E M B E R 2 8 - 2 9 , O C TO B E R 4 - 6 , O C TO B E R 1 1 - 1 3 , 2 0 1 9

www.TriangleParadeofHomes.com Beautiful newly constructed homes will be open and available for touring throughout the Triangle area.

Builders interested in participating, please email julie@hbadoc.com or call 919-493-8899.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Sometimes all you need to update your space is a new light fixture (start your search at Pine State Electric!) or a fresh coat of paint. If you’re not in the market for one of these dream homes on the Parade, maybe these trends have inspired you to create a similar look in your own home. The question is: Are you bold enough to try something new?

An eye-catching light fixture like the one in this Henderson Place dining room can make all the difference when updating a space.

Franklin Street Realty…Connected to the Community

Peggy Jennings

is connected to the community Avid runner and outdoor euthusiast Loves volunteering in her childrens’ elementary school Always willing to go the extra mile for all her buyers and sellers Full time Realtor for 14 years

919.929.7174 • franklinstreetrealty.com • Chapel Hill 82

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

The Beech, an M/I Homes model home in the Legacy at Jordan Lake neighborhood, was honored with a 2018 Gold Parade of Homes Award in Category #5 by the HBA of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties.

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

R E L I A B L E , E X P E R I E N C E D , R E A S O N A B LY P R I C E D PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

S E RV I N G T H E T R I A N G LE FO R

1 5

Y E AR S!

Call Beatrice for Estimates & Appointments 919.358.6072

bellarosamart@hotmail.com

2 0 1 8 PA R A D E O F H O M E S WINNERS Homes on Parade were divided into price categories and judged by teams of builders and new home professionals from other markets. The winners, listed below, were announced at the annual Parade Banquet with nearly 200 members and guests in attendance. Category 1: $255,000 - $288,000 GOLD: O7, Belmont, Lennar (Harmony at Waterstone, Orange) SILVER: O3, The McLean, Capitol City Homes (The Meadows, Orange) BRONZE: D1, Forestdale, David Weekley Homes (Chapel Run, Durham) Category 2: $290,000 - $325,000 GOLD: D16, Columbia, Eastwood Homes (Longview Townhomes, Durham) SILVER: C7, Strowd FW, Saussy Burbank (Briar Chapel, Chatham) BRONZE: D15, Norman, Eastwood Homes (Longview Townhomes, Durham) Â&#x201E;

Bring new

color to your life

WITH FRESH COAT OF CHAPEL HILL TING

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAIN

(919) 704-3999 | FRESHCOATCHAPELHILL.COM

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Category 3: $369,000 - $425,000 GOLD: C4, The Marigold IB, Terramor Homes (The Pines at Westfall, Chatham) SILVER: D20, Cypress, Tobin Construction Company (Northern Way, Durham) BRONZE: O4, Dogwood Traditional, Blue Heel Communities (Corbinton Commons, Orange) Category 4: $429,000 - $450,000 GOLD: D10, Garland, Lennar (Fendol Farms, Durham) SILVER: C11, The Abigail B, Terramor Homes (Briar Chapel, Chatham) BRONZE: D9, Watauga, M/I Homes (Andrews Chapel, Durham) Category 5: $465,000 - $500,000 GOLD: C15, Beech, M/I Homes (Legacy at Jordan Lake, Chatham) SILVER: D17, Danbury, Lennar (Valley Springs, Durham) Category 6: $540,000 - $577,000 GOLD: C6, In The City, Homes by Dickerson (Briar Chapel, Chatham) SILVER: O9, Marston EWR, Saussy Burbank (Claremont South, Orange) BRONZE: C12, Annapolis, Capitol City Homes (Chapel Ridge Estates, Chatham) Category 7: $581,000 - $630,000 GOLD: C26, O6, The Harmony, Fielding Homes (Forest Ridge, Orange) SILVER: C1, Modern Farmhouse, Tuscan Group Inc. (Cedar Mountain, Chatham) BRONZE: C2, Crabtree, Robuck Homes Triangle (Briar Chapel, Chatham) Category 8: $634,000 - $715,000 GOLD: C16, Farmington, Halcyon Homes, LLC (Briar Chapel, Chatham) SILVER: O8, Montclair, J. Fuller Homes (Dunhill, Orange) BRONZE: C8, Chippy Chic, Homes by Dickerson (Legend Oaks, Chatham)

REAL ESTATE GALLERY IN EVERY ISSUE

Real Estate Gallery Homes • Condos • Apartments

Showcasing Realtors, Builders & Leasing Agents For advertising information, call 919.933.1551 or email advertising@chapelhillmagazine.com

Stop by our local office to find your new home. 404 Meadowmont Village Circle Chapel Hill, NC 27517 919—929—7100 BHHSYSU.com

Category 9: $750,000 - $800,000 GOLD: C14, Moody Modern, Homes by Dickerson (Henderson Place, Chatham) SILVER: C5, Watchtower, Garman Homes (Briar Chapel, Chatham) SILVER: C22, Lake View, Dunning Custom Homes (The Preserve at Jordan Lake, Chatham) BRONZE: C3, Broadleaf II, ICG Homes (Westfall, Chatham) Category 10: $1.2Million + GOLD: D4, The Modern Farmhouse, Blue Heron Signature Homes (Colvard Farms, Durham) CHM

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC.

HOMES • CONDOS • APARTMENTS

REAL ESTATE GALLERY P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

LY N N E G A L LOWAY

#1 Over

900

Real Estate Company in Central NC Area experts to help you find your home

The Mitchell-Lewis Group | Intracoastal Realty Local Wrightsville Beach knowledge. 13+ years experience.

602 North Channel Drive | Wrightsville Beach, NC

HPW.com Gorgeous newly constructed waterfront home with private dock, gazebo, and boatslips on Banks Channel in Wrightsville Beach!

910.233.5401 | lgalloway@intracoastalrealty.com | www.lynnegalloway.com

260 Glandon Drive, Chapel Hill

LOC AL EXPERTISE. GLOBAL EXPOSURE. hodgekittrellsir.com 919.800.0799 December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.

REAL ESTATE GALLERY P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

HOMES • CONDOS • APARTMENTS

THE MCCORMICK TEAM Luxury Home Specialists

Ch a pel Hill’s Fir st a nd Pr em ier Cl a ss A Office Building.

Mark McCormick 919.632.6542 mark.mccormick95@gmail.com

Debbie McCormick 919.270.2937 debbie@themccormickteam.com

Unsurpassed amenities, including on-site Luncheonette, security and management. Ample covered parking. Europa Center | 10 0 Europa Dr i v e | Ch a pel Hill

919.913.1116 | Ga ry Hill , ccim | europacenterch a pelhill .com

404 Meadowmont Village Circle, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 themccormickteam.com

Homes from the $245s – $460s+

Franklin Street Realty…Connected to the Community

Rremida Shkoza

is connected to the community Founder of local connective space People.Food.Stories. Escaped communist Albania in 1991 Has lived in the Triangle since 1997 Prides herself in helping her clients see the potential – good or bad Would love to hear your story

919.929.7174 • franklinstreetrealty.com • Chapel Hill

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

New homes in the Triangle area 919-636-6806

See a David Weekley Homes Sales Consultant for details. Prices, plans, dimensions, features, specifications, materials, and availability of homes or communities are subject to change without notice or obligation. Illustrations are artist’s depictions only and may differ from completed improvements Copyright © 2018 David Weekley Homes - All Rights Reserved. Raleigh, NC (RALA99362)

HOMES • CONDOS • APARTMENTS

CUSTOM HOMES BY BOLD

REAL ESTATE GALLERY P A R A D E

GORGEOUS TOWNHOUSE IN BRIER CREEK 9903 REMEDIOS WALK, RALEIGH

O F

H O M E S

379,900

MORE DETAILS AT: 9903REMEDIOSWALK.COM

FORGET THE REST... ...LIST WITH THE BEST!

BRYAN GUARNIERI

REALTOR®, AHWD, E-PRO®, GREEN, MRP, PSA, RSPS, SFR®, SPS, SRES®, SRS

919.929.6288 WWW.BUILDBOLDNC.COM

919-906-4840

bryang.hpw.com

Each office independently owned and operated

GOVERNORS CLUB

Realty

Realty Firm

DID YOU KNOW: In the past 5 Years, homes sold with governors club realty have sold for an average of 4.5% more per square foot? Call to give us the opportunity to do the same for you. 919.968.8500 | GOVERNORSCLUB.COM 10100 Governors Drive, Chapel Hill, NC

martha.bick@sothebysrealty.com | phil.bick@sothebysrealty.com hodgekittrellsir.com 919.815.5018 Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated.

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

REAL ESTATE GALLERY P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

MELVILLE BUILDERS, INC

WELCOMING FAMILIES HOME FOR 33 YEARS C O N S T R U C T I O N • R E N O V AT I O N • A D D I T I O N S

HOMES • CONDOS • APARTMENTS

O’Mara Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.

James & Kate

Rigorous building standards, uncompromising quality, designer vision and engineering precision — using green and energy-efficient materials and techniques. melvillebuilders.com • 919.967.0992 jim@melvillebuilders.com

Voted Favorite Landscaper by Chapel Hill Magazine Readers

919.942.5051 | omaralandscaping.com

115 & 117 E FRANKLIN STREET

rare commercial investment opportunity

P For Sale P Fully Leased. The Hemp Store and Creative Metalsmiths P Current Annual NOI: $56,000 P Onsite Parking

400 Dominion Drive, Suite 101, Morrisville, NC 27560

Individual Members

John Morris, CCIM 919-942-1141 morriscommercial.com

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

919-379-5767 durhamnc.stormguardrc.com

HOMES • CONDOS • APARTMENTS

REAL ESTATE GALLERY P A R A D E

O F

H O M E S

Chapel Hill’s Real Estate Specialist

Meet Bill Mullen What is your favorite thing to do in your free time?

Walking land to discover all the natural sights, sounds & features. Most exciting travel adventure?

A true connection to Italy- must have lived there in a past life!

Tony Hall

What do you value most about Weaver Street Realty?

Helping our community at important & sometimes difficult junctures in their lives, & being in the coolest location- Carrboro! RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE 311 W. Rosemary Street • Chapel Hill, NC 27516 919.933.8500 • 800.382.0673 • tonyhall@tonyhallassociates.com

www.tonyhallassociates.com

Weaver Street agents are cut from a different cloth. Find out more about how we do business at weaverstreetrealty.com. 116 E Main St. • Downtown Carrboro • 919.929.5658

Elizabeth Lindquist, Realtor WE GET THE JOB DONE AND ENJOY WHAT WE DO.

ALWAYS WORKING FOR YOU

REALLY.

An Eye for Excellence, Design, Marketing & Negotiating I’m a native Chapel Hill business owner and a Durham resident. Put my experience and expertise to work for you!

Commercial Real Estate Services trinity-partners.com | 919.674.3690

ELindquist@cbadvantage.com 919-656-3325 ELindquist.CBAdvantage.com Coldwell Banker Advantage 1130 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

I N

R E S C H A P E L H I A N A D V E R

T A U R A N T S , D E L I L L , C A R R B O R O , D N O R T H E R N C H T I S E R S H I G H L I G

S A N D B I S T R O S H I L L S B O R O U G H A T H A M C O U N T Y H T E D I N B O X E S

CHAPEL HILL East Franklin Street [B]SKI’S Specialty wraps. 147 E. Franklin St.; 919-969-9727; bskis.com Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 159-1/2 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-5048; bandidoscafe.com Benny Cappella’s Pizza, by the slice or whole pie. 122 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-5286; bennysva.com/BennyCappellas

BUNS Serves gourmet burgers, fries and shakes made from fresh ingredients. 107 N. Columbia St.; 919-240-4746; bunsofchapelhill.com Carolina Coffee Shop The mainstay serves casual American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 138 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-6875; carolinacoffeeshop.com Cosmic Cantina Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 128 E. Franklin St.; 919-960-3955 Four Corners American fare, nachos, wings, pasta. 175 E. Franklin St.; 919-537-8230; fourcornersgrille.com Hibachi & Company Japanese fast-casual spot serving healthy hibachi- and teriyaki-style dishes. 153 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-8428; hibachicompany.com Imbibe Bottle shop and restaurant featuring pizza, salads and appetizers. 108 Henderson St.; 919-636-6469; imbibenc.com Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express Dumplings, salads, noodle dishes. 105 N. Columbia St.; 919-968-4747; kuramasushinoodle.com Linda’s Bar & Grill Local beer, sweet potato tots, cheese fries, burgers. 203 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-6663; lindas-bar.com

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

TASTE

LULA’S “Simple food made the hard way,” like fried chicken, homemade biscuits, farm-totable veggies and more. Go upstairs for meals served family-style. 101 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-2678; lulaschapelhill.com

Yaya Tea Japanese cafe with a variety of bubble teas, onigiri (rice balls) and imported Japanese snacks. 157 E. Franklin St.; 919-914-6302; yayatea.com/nc Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe Waffles, pancakes, eggs. 173 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-9192; yeoldewaffleshoppe.com West Franklin Street

MIDICI Authentic Neapolitan pizza made with all-natural ingredients, plus appetizers, salads, desserts, craft beer and wine. 100 E. Franklin St., Ste. 100; 919-240-7454; mymidici.com

411 WEST TheREAL menu LOCAL– FRESHseafood including fresh REAL pasta, REAL GOOD and pizzas – is inspired by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean, with a healthy California twist; outdoor dining; all ABC permits. 411 W. BURGER BEST Franklin BEST St.; 919-967-2782; 411west.com FRIES WINNER

Ms. Mong Mongolian BBQ, banh mi, fusion burritos. 163 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-5277 Roots Bakery, Bistro & Bar Farm-to-table American and Central American fusion. 161 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-7160; rootschapelhill.com Sawasdee Thai Restaurant Thai cuisine such as red curry and pad thai. 110 N. Columbia St.; 919-960-0440; sawasdeechapelhill.com

SANDWICH

OF CHAPEL HILL 2016

THANKS, Y’ALL!

919-904-7659 516 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, CHAPEL HILL OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY, 11 AM - 10 PM

AL’S BURGER SHACK Gourmet burgers and fries with local ingredients. 516 W. Franklin St.; 919-904-7659; alsburgershack.com COMING SOON! 708 MARKET STREET, SOUTHERN VILLAGE, CHAPEL HILL

Shanghai Dumpling Dumplings, pork buns, hotpots. 143 E. Franklin St.; 919-914-6737; shanghaidumplingnc.com

B. GOOD Seasonal, sustainably sourced burgers, salads and bowls that rotate with local harvests. Carolina Square, 133 W. Franklin St.; 984-255-1455; bgood.com

Sup Dogs Creative hot dogs and sides like jalapeño popper tots and funnel cake sticks. 107 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-9566; supdogs.com

Beer Study Bottle shop with in-store drafts and growlers to go. 106 N. Graham St.; 919-240-5423; beerstudy.com

Tama Café Tea beverages plus smoothies, coffee, desserts, salad bowls and sandwiches. 105 E. Franklin St.; 919-391-3706; tamatea.com

Blue Dogwood Public Market Food hall with a variety of locally owned restaurants and small food businesses. Permanent vendors include The Bar at Blue Dogwood, Chocolatay Confections, Left Bank Butchery, Pizzelle Bakery, Rumi Persian Cafe, Soul Cocina and Vegan Flava Cafe. 306 W. Franklin St.; 919-717-0404; bluedogwood.com

Time-Out Southern comfort food 24 hours a day. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2425; timeout247.com Top of the Hill A Chapel Hill brewery that also offers American food, like burgers and flatbreads. 100 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-8676; thetopofthehill.com TRU Deli & Wine Sandwiches and wine. 114 Henderson St.; 919-240-7755; trudeli.com

Bread & Butter Bread, cinnamon rolls, scones, desserts. 503 W. Rosemary St.; 919-960-5998; chapelhillbakery.com

BREADMEN’S A variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads and grilled meat, with daily soup and specials. All-day breakfast; vegetarian options. Catering available. 324 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-7110; breadmens.com Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state featuring Carolina cuisine. 460 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-1800; carolinabrewery.com Cholanad Restaurant & Bar Contemporary and traditional South Indian cuisine. Catering available. 308 W. Franklin St.; 800-246-5262; cholanad.com Crook’s Corner Southern classics like shrimp and grits, Hoppin’ John and jalapeño-cheddar hushpuppies. 610 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-7643; crookscorner.com

CROSSROADS CHAPEL HILL AT THE CAROLINA INN New American cuisine and seasonal specialties; all ABC permits. 211 Pittsboro St.; 919-918-2777; crossroadscuisine.com Cuban Revolution Express Wraps, pressed sandwiches and handmade empanadas. 401 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-5276; cubanrevolutionexpress.com Elaine’s on Franklin Fine regional American cuisine, made with the freshest local ingredients; all ABC permits. 454 W. Franklin St.; 919-960-2770; elainesonfranklin.com Frutta Bowls Serves bowls with bases of acai, pitaya, oatmeal and kale, in addition to smoothies. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; 984-999-4427; fruttabowls.com Guru India Restaurant Tandoori, thali, curry. 508-A W. Franklin St.; 919-942-8201; guruindianc.com Heavenly Buffaloes Chicken wings (bone-in and boneless) as well as vegan wings in more than 25 rubs and sauces. 404 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6717; heavenlybuffaloes.com Icelab Rolled ice cream and shaved ice. 405 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-5695

ITALIAN PIZZERIA III Pizza, calzones, subs. The “place to be” in Chapel Hill for 35+ years. 508 W. Franklin St.; 919-968-4671; italianpizzeria3.com Kipos Greek cuisine in a relaxed, upscale setting; outdoor dining. 431 W. Franklin St.; 919-425-0760; kiposchapelhill.com

NEWS BITES CHARDON-HEEEY Elaine’s on Franklin was awarded the Wine Spectator Restaurant Award of Excellence for the 17th straight year, along with 2,452 other winners around the world. This award is given to restaurants who have wine lists offering at least 90 selections of a wellchosen assortment of quality producers, along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style. FRESH ERBS IN THE KITCHEN The Wooden Nickel Pub (WNP) announced Blake Erb as their new head chef on October 3. Blake kicked the evening off with a tasting menu of some classic WNP dishes, including the famous smoked wings, tuna poke and grilled pork chop. JUST BREW IT The Tin Cup Joe Coffee trailer has reopened next to Al’s Burger Shack. Be sure to try the signature drink, the Dr. Pepper latte. All drinks feature coffee from Carrboro Coffee Roasters and dairy from Maple View Farm and Homeland Creamery. WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER At the 28th annual A Tasteful Affair in October, the following restaurants received awards in the food and drink competition: elements won people’s choice; Fusion Fish won best entree and best plating presentation; TOPO Organic Distillery won best beverage and The Pickle Jar Cafe won best dessert. CUT OFF FROM SUGAR Sugarland, the Chapel Hill bakery that’s been a fixture on Franklin Street for a decade, closed in October. Owner Katrina Ryan said flooding from Hurricane Florence and Tropical Storm Michael contributed to its closing. GET A PIZZA THIS! Chef Teddy Diggs is opening a permanent location for Coronato, his new Romanstyle pizzeria, in spring 2019. The new restaurant will be in the South Green shopping center and will feature Romaninspired cracker thin crust pizzas and seasonal antipasti. He will continue to host pizza pop-ups for the public until the grand opening of Coronato. A FOREVER MYSTERY TO US After nearly seven years in business, Mystery Brewing Company closed its doors for good on Halloween. Founder and CEO Erik Lars Myers says they can no longer afford to operate because they’ve always been undercapitalized and have suffered a string of bad luck.

Lantern Pan-Asian cuisine. 423 W. Franklin St.; 919-969-8846; lanternrestaurant.com La Residence French-inspired cuisine made from fresh ingredients. 202 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-2506; laresidencedining.com Lime & Basil Vietnamese fare. 200 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-5055; limeandbasil.com LOTSA Stone Fired Pizza Choose from a menu of signature pizzas or build your own with a variety of sauces, cheeses and toppings. 100 W. Franklin St.; 919-391-4100; lotsa.com MAMA DIP’S Traditional Southern specialties, including a country breakfast and brunch and dinner classics like fried chicken and Brunswick stew. 408 W. Rosemary St.; 919-942-5837; mamadips.com Mediterranean Deli Offers healthy vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options as well as delicious meats from the grill. 410 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-2666; mediterraneandeli.com Mellow Mushroom Classic Southern pizza. 310 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-1941; mellowmushroom.com/store/chapel-hill Merritt’s Store & Grill Sandwiches, breakfast biscuits, burgers. 1009 S. Columbia St.; 919-942-4897; merrittsblt.com Might As Well Bar & Grill Bar favorites like cheese fries plus pizza, burgers, wings, salads and more. 206 W. Franklin St.; 984-234-3333; chapelhill.mightaswellbarandgrill.com Mint North Indian subz korma and chicken jalfrezi. 504 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-6188; mintunc.com Moe’s Southwest Grill Made-to-order burritos, nachos, quesadillas and more. 110 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6217; moes.com The Northside District Specialty cocktails and international small plates. 403 W. Rosemary St.; 919-391-7044; thenorthsidedistrict.com Perennial Coffee and pastries; 403 W. Franklin St.; 919-869-7517; perennial.cafe THE PIZZA PRESS Build your own pizza with dozens of ingredient choices or choose a predesigned signature pizza. Also enjoy salads and a large selection of craft beer. Carolina Square; 984-234-0081; thepizzapress.com The PIT Chapel Hill Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee, tea, treats and specialty drinks. 462 W. Franklin St.; thepit-chapelhill.com The Purple Bowl Acai bowls, toast, smoothies, coffee. 306-B W. Franklin St.; 919-903-8511; purplebowlch.com 

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

D I N I N G

G U I D E

THE DISH O U R

P I C K

O F

T H E

S E A S O N

Elaine’s on Franklin 9 E 4 C

1 9 - 9 6 0 - 2 7 7 0 L A I N E S O N F R A N K L I N . C O M 5 4 W . F R A N K L I N S T. , H A P E L H I L L

Bret Jennings learned how to prepare duck in southwest France, which, in French cooking traditions, is kind of like saying you learned about basketball in the South – sure, there’s a lot of it, but who’s your team? “They fight about it,” Bret says. “Toulouse, Castelnaudary, Carcassonne – who makes the best duck.” Before opening Elaine’s on Franklin 19 years ago, Bret worked in kitchens in Toulouse, learning to render duck’s flavorful fat and braise the meat properly on open pans. He brings those skills to one of Elaine’s signature dishes, pan-roasted duck with lemongrass rice. Starting with a tangy, Thai-influenced peanut sauce, Bret adds fresh cilantro, carrots, broccoli and snow peas over jasmine rice. Over the top, he lays a duck breast – not from the Pyrenees but Pennsylvania. It is panseared so the skin is just sticky, sliced into about 20 improbably thin medallions. “It’s hard to do duck well,” Bret says. “And we think we do it better than anyone.” Be true to your school! Pan-roasted duck breast, $30 – Matt White

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

PHOTO BY MATT WHITE

D I N I N G

Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant Sushi, Thai curries, bibimbap and other Asian entrees. 140 W. Franklin St.; 919-903-9335; spicy9chapelhill.com Talulla’s Authentic Turkish cuisine; all ABC permits. 456 W. Franklin St.; 919-933-1177; talullas.com Trolly Stop - The Beach on Franklin Specialty hot dogs and burgers. 104 W. Franklin St.; 919240-4206; trollystophotdogs.com Vimala’s Curryblossom Café Traditional Indian tandoori and thali. 431 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-3833; curryblossom.com West End Wine Bar Pastries, light tapas, 100 wines. 450 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-7599; westendwinebar.com Windows Restaurant at the Franklin Hotel New American breakfast cuisine. 311 W. Franklin St.; 919-442-9000 Yogurt Pump Since 1982, YoPo has served up frozen yogurt treats and shakes with unique flavors. 106 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-7867; yogurtpump.com Village Plaza/East Franklin Street/ Eastgate Crossing/Rams Plaza

BABALU TAPAS AND TACOS Gourmet Mexican. 1800 E. Franklin St., Ste. 16; 984-528-8030; chapelhill.eatbabalu.com Caffé Driade Carrboro Coffee, bowl-size lattes, local baked goods, beer and wine. 1215 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-2333; caffedriade.com CAVA Customizable Mediterranean bowls, salads, pitas and soups. 79 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-636-5828; cava.com Carolina 1663 Contemporary Southern fare at the Sheraton. 1 Europa Dr.; 919-969-2157 Cerritos Cantina Specialty dips, ceviche, street tacos, nachos, burritos and salads. 1502 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-6566; cerritoscantina.com Chopt Offers unique salads, grain, noodle and quinoa bowls. Eastgate Crossing; 919-240-7660; choptsalad.com Clean Juice Certified organic juices, smoothies, bowls and snacks. Eastgate Crossing; 919-590-5133; cleanjuice.com Dunk & Slide at Whole Foods Market All-day breakfast, sushi and more. 81 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-968-1983; wholefoodsmarket.com Guglhupf Bake Shop Bakery serving European-style breads, pastries and savory baked goods in addition to coffee. Eastgate Crossing; 919-914-6511; guglhupf.com/ chapel-hill-bake-shop

G U I D E

Il Palio Ristorante at The Siena Hotel N.C.’s only AAA Four Diamond Italian restaurant. 1505 E. Franklin St.; 919-918-2545; ilpalio.com

Maple View Mobile Ice cream outpost of the Hillsborough dairy farm. 919-244-1949; mapleviewmobile.com

La Hacienda Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 1813 Fordham Blvd.; 919-967-0207; lahacienda2.eat24hour.com

Red Bowl Sushi, bento boxes. 919-918-7888; redbowlchapelhill.com

The Loop Pizza Grill Pizzas, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers. Eastgate Crossing; 919-969-7112; looppizzagrill.com Luncheonette Salads, soups and pasta dishes house-made with local ingredients. 100 Europa Dr.; 984-234-0644; roseluncheonette.com Market Street Coffeehouse Coffee, pastries and more. 227 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-968-8993; marketstcoffee.com Min Ga Authentic Korean cuisine like bibimbap, bulgogi and variety of homemade kimchi. 1404 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1773; min-ga.com Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine. 1722 Fordham Blvd., Rams Plaza; 919-969-8750; monterreychapelhill.com Olio & Aceto Cafe Brunch and lunch options inspired by Blue Sky Oil and Vinegar products. 400 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-903-8958; olioandacetocafe.com Red Pepper Chinese restaurant offering traditional Szechuan dishes. 1704 E. Franklin St.; 919-968-3488; redpepperchapelhill.com SQUID’S Fresh seafood options include woodgrilled fillets, Maine lobster, fried seafood and oysters. 1201 Fordham Blvd. (15-501); 919-942-8757; squidsrestaurant.com Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen Drive-thru biscuits, sandwiches. 1305 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1324; sunrisebiscuits.com Tandoor Indian Restaurant Traditional Indian cuisine, vegan options. 1301 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-6622; tandoorindian.com Twisted Noodles Thai noodle soups, pan-fried noodles. Eastgate Crossing; 919-933-9933; twistednoodlesnc.com Zoës Kitchen Mediterranean soups, salads, sandwiches and kebabs. Eastgate Crossing; 919-883-9310; zoeskitchen.com University Place Alfredo’s Pizza Villa Pizzas, calzones, salads, subs, pasta, desserts. 919-968-3424; alfredospizzanc.com Bartaco Tacos of various styles like sesame ribeye and fried oyster, plus fresh-juice cocktails, poke and mole options. 910-807-8226; bartaco.com City Kitchen Wholesome American fare with a sophisticated twist. 919-928-8200; citykitchenchapelhill.com

TRILOGY American cafe featuring innovative twists on classic dishes. Silverspot Cinema; 919-357-9888; trilogyrestaurant.com Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Southern favorites like deviled eggs meet steak house mainstays like the legendary 12 oz. filet. University Place; 919-914-6688; stoneyriver.com Village Burgers Gourmet burgers with sides like sweet potato fries and tater tots. 919-240-4008; villageburgerchapelhill.com

at Southern Season

WEATHERVANE • Lunch • Dinner & PATIO BreakfastRESTAURANT Brunch fries, chicken Shrimp & grits, Weekend sweet potato & waffles and other foods with a southern flair. 919-929-9466; southernseason.com/ restaurant/chapel-hill Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (Airport Road) Contemporary cuisine with a Southern flare highlighting local ingredients

Hunam Chinese Restaurant Cantonese 2012 Champions of the cuisine. 790 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-6133; “Got to be NC” Competition hunamchapelhill.com Dining Series 201 S. Estes Drive, University Mall, Chapel Hill 919-929-9466 | southernseason.com/weathervane

KITCHEN Bistro-style dining with a seasonal menu that always includes mussels. 764 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-537-8167; kitchenchapelhill.com Lucha Tigre Latin-Asian cuisine and sake tequila bar. 746 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-904-7326; luchatigre.com THE ROOT CELLAR Sandwiches, prepared salads, desserts and more. Beer and wine only; outdoor dining. 750 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-3663; rootcellarchapelhill.com

Timberlyne/Chapel Hill North Area Allen & Son Barbecue N.C. barbecue. 6203 Millhouse Rd. (N.C. 86 N.); 919-942-7576 Farm House Restaurant Steaks, salads, potatoes. 6004 Millhouse Rd. (N.C. 86 N.); 919-929-5727; farmhousesteakhouse.com Joe Van Gogh Coffee and pastries. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-967-2002; joevangogh.com  December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

D I N I N G

G U I D E

Magone Italian Grill & Pizza Neapolitan-style pizza and Italian mains, plus wine and beer. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-904-7393 Margaret’s Cantina Creative Mexican appetizers and entrees. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-942-4745; margaretscantina.com New Hope Market Store and grill that uses local products and features breakfast and daily specials like burgers, soups and more. 6117 N.C. Hwy. 86 S.; 919-240-7851 Oishii Specialty rolls, teriyaki, stir-fry, sushi. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-932-7002; oishiiroll.com Pop’s Pizzeria Pizzas, calzones, stromboli, pasta. 1822 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-932-1040; pops-pizzeria.com

ELEMENTS Cuisine combining classical and modern Asian and European cooking techniques; check out the wine bar with full menu next door. 2110 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8780; elementsofchapelhill.com

Jujube Eclectic, modern cuisine inspired by the classic flavors of China and Vietnam. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-960-0555; jujuberestaurant.com Nantucket Grill & Bar Clam chowder, lobster rolls and more. 5925 Farrington Rd.; 919-402-0077; nantucketgrill.com

Queen of Pho Vietnamese offerings like banh mi, stir fried egg noodles and, of course, pho beef noodle soup. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-903-8280; queenofphochapelhill.com

Raaga Authentic Indian delicacies like curry and masala. 3140 Environ Way, East 54; 919-240-7490; raagachapelhill.com

Rasa Indi-Chinese Indian and Chinese cuisine. 1826 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-929-2199; rasachapelhill.com

Thai Palace Soup, curries, pad thai. Glenwood Square Shopping Center; 919-967-5805; thaipalacenc.com

The Bagel Bar More than 20 homemade bagel varieties. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 109; 919-929-7700; bagelbarbagels.com

The Egg & I French toast, pancakes and specialty omelets. 1101 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8488; theeggandirestaurants.com

The Pig Barbecue, fried tofu, collards. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 101; 919-942-1133; thepigrestaurant.com

Tobacco Road Sports Cafe Burgers, salads and sandwiches. 1118 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8404; tobaccoroadsportscafe.com/chapel-hill

La Vita Dolce Pastries, sorbet, gelato. 610 Market St.; 919-968-1635; lavitadolcecafe.com Pazzo! Italian cuisine, takeout pizza. 700 Market St.; 919-929-9984; pazzo-restaurant.com Rasa Malaysia Authentic Malaysian dishes. 410 Market St.; 984-234-0256; rasamalaysiach.com Town Hall Grill Sandwiches, steak, seafood. 410 Market St.; 919-960-8696; thetownhallgrill.com Weaver Street Market Hot bar and salad bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 716 Market St.; 919-929-2009; weaverstreetmarket.coop

CARRBORO Downtown ACME FOOD & BEVERAGE CO. Soups, salads, seafood and entrees with a Southern touch. 110 E. Main St.; 919-929-2263; acmecarrboro.com Akai Hana Japanese cuisine including sushi, tempura and teriyaki. 206 W. Main St.; 919-942-6848; akaihana.com

Meadowmont Village

Armadillo Grill Tex-Mex burritos, enchiladas, tacos, nachos. 120 E. Main St.; 919-929-4669; armadillogrill.com

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza Specialty pizzas and salads. 501 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-929-1942; brixxpizza.com

Carrburritos Burritos, tacos, nachos and margaritas. 711 W. Rosemary St.; 919-933-8226; carrburritos.com

Cafe Carolina & Bakery Salads, sandwiches, breakfast. 601 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-945-8811; cafecarolina.com

Glasshalfull Mediterranean-inspired food and wine; outdoor dining; all ABC permits. 106 S. Greensboro St.; 919-967-9784; glasshalfull.net

Chronic Tacos Mexican grill utilizing authentic recipes. 504 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-999-4803; eatchronictacos.com

Gourmet Kingdom Sichuan cuisine. 301 E. Main St.; 919-932-7222; thegourmetkingdom.com

Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 6209-B Falconbridge Rd.; 919-493-0904; amantepizza.com

Fusion Fish Eclectic menu including tapas, family-style dinners and sushi. 100 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-903-8416; fusionfishcuisine.com

Market Street Coffee & Ice Cream Coffee, ice cream and pastries. 100 E. Weaver St.; 919-960-6776; marketstcoffee.com

BIN 54 Steaks, seafood and other fine American food. Everything made in-house. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-969-1155; bin54chapelhill.com

Meet Fresh Taiwanese desserts and teas. REAL LOCAL 407 Meadowmont Village Circle; meetfresh.us/en

Sage Vegetarian Cafe Vegetarian fare. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-968-9266 Special Treats Gourmet chocolates, cookies and biscotti made by people with disabilities. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-883-2151; specialtreatsnc.com YOPOP Chapel Hill Frozen yogurt shop featuring 14 flavors made daily and 36 toppings including fresh fruit. Bubble tea and smoothies. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-537-8229 N.C. 54 East/Raleigh Road

Brenz Pizza Co. Specialty pizzas, subs, salads. 3120 Environ Way, East 54; 919-636-4636; chapelhill.brenzpizzaco.com Coco Bean Coffee Shop Locally owned coffee shop offering Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee and a variety of baked goods. 1114 Environ Way, East 54; 919-883-9003; cocobeancoffeeshop.com

REAL FRESH

REAL GOOD Quickly Hot and cold tea drinks in addition to Asian street food. 503 Meadowmont Village Circle.; 984-234-0401; quicklych.com

MEL’S COMMISSARY & LUNCHEONETTE Open for lunch, Mel’s serves up a changing menu of comfort food. 109 W. Main St.; 919-240-7700; melscarrboro.com

WINNER

BURGER Southern Village BEST FRIES SANDWICH

BEST OF CHAPEL HILL 2016

THANKS, Y’ALL!

919-904-7659 516 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, CHAPEL HILL OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY, 11 AM - 10 PM

AL’S BURGER SHACK Gourmet burgers and fries made with local ingredients. 708 Market St.; 919-914-6694; alsburgershack.com COMING SOON! 708 MARKET STREET, SOUTHERN VILLAGE, CHAPEL HILL

Milltown Pub fare with an extensive beer list. 307 E. Main St.; 919-968-2460; dininganddrinking.com Napoli Cafe Wood-fired pizza, espresso, artisanal gelato made from scratch, teas and local craft beer and wines. 105 E. Main St.; napolicarrboro.com Neal’s Deli Traditional deli fare. 100-C E. Main St.; 919-967-2185; nealsdeli.com

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

D I N I N G

Oakleaf The daily changing menu includes “immediate” cuisine like handmade pastas, seafood from the Carolinas and ingredients from the chef’s own garden. 310 E. Main St.; 984-234-0054; oakleafnc.com Open Eye Cafe Locally roasted Carrboro Coffee and espresso, tea, beer, wine and baked goods. 101 S. Greensboro St.; 919-968-9410; openeyecafe.com Pizzeria Mercato Pizza, antipasto, soups and fritti. 408 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-2277; pizzeriamercatonc.com Provence Southern French cuisine. 203 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-5008; provenceofcarrboro.com Spotted Dog Vegetarian-friendly appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, desserts. 111 E. Main St.; 919-933-1117; thespotteddogrestaurant.com Tyler’s Restaurant and Taproom Specialty import beers on tap and traditional pub fare. 102 E. Main St.; 919-929-6881; tylerstaproom.com Wings Over 18 flavors of wings. 313 E. Main St.; 919-537-8271; wingsoverchapelhill.com East Main Square Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 300 E. Main St.; 919-929-3330; amantepizza.com Esperanza Empanada y Tequila Savory and sweet empanadas, 50 kinds of tequila. 370 E. Main St.; 919-617-1674; esperanzanc.com Gray Squirrel Coffee Co. Roastery and espresso bar. 360 E. Main St., Ste. 100; graysquirrelcoffee.com Hickory Tavern Burgers, sandwiches and build-your-own salads. 370-110 E. Main St.; 919-942-7417; thehickorytavern.com One Fish Two Fish Hawaiian poke restaurant offering the traditional raw fish over rice and salad bowls, as well as poke burritos, nachos and tacos. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 140; 919-240-5532; onefishtwofishpoke.com Rise Biscuits and Donuts Carrboro Biscuits, doughnuts and coffee. 310 E. Main St., Ste. 100; 919-929-5115; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Vecino Brewing Company Dozens of craft beer choices plus dishes made with fresh, local ingredients like house-made pretzels and pickles, small plates, salads and sandwiches. 300 E. Main St., Ste. C; 919-537-9591; vecinobrewing.com Carr Mill Mall B-Side Lounge Small plates like flatbread, bacon-wrapped dates and fondue. Plus, inspired cocktails. 919-904-7160; b-sidelounge.com Carrboro Pizza Oven Pizza, calzones. 919-904-7336; carrboropizzaoven.com CrossTies BBQ A variety of barbecue, sides and scratch-made desserts. 919-918-3923; crosstiesbbq.com Elmo’s Diner Homemade Southern and American classics. 919-929-2909; elmosdinercarrboro.com

Oasis Organic coffee, tea, beer and wine. 919-904-7343; oasisincarrmill.com Tandem Farm-to-table, modern American cuisine with full service bar. 919-240-7937; tandemcarrboro.com Venable Rotisserie Bistro Upscale comfort food with a heavy emphasis on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients; all ABC permits. 919-904-7160; venablebistro.com Weaver Street Market Hot bar and salad bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 919-929-0010; weaverstreetmarket.coop N.C. 54 West/Carrboro Plaza Aidan’s Pizza Pizza, wings and salads. 602-D Jones Ferry Rd.; 919-903-8622; aidanspizza.com Anna Maria’s Pizzeria Italian cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-929-1877; annamariasnc.wordpress.com

G U I D E

CAPP’S PIZZERIA & TRATTORIA Traditional Italian cuisine & TRATTORIA including fresh pastas, pizzas, salads, sandwiches and more. 79 Falling Springs Dr.; cappspizzeria.com Sadie’s Southern Classic Southern comfort food. 72 Chapelton Ct.; 984-234-3017 Town Hall Burger & Beer Gourmet burgers plus shared plates, tacos, wings and salads. 58 Chapelton Ct.; Ste. 140; 984-234-3504; townhallburgerandbeer.com

PITTSBORO Allen & Son Barbecue N.C. barbecue. 5650 U.S 15-501; 919-542-2294; stubbsandsonbbq.com

Fiesta Grill Burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, tacos. 3307 N.C. 54 W.; 919-928-9002; fiestagrill.us

Angelina’s Kitchen Seasonal dishes of the Greek and Southwestern variety including gyros, rice bowls and family dinners for pick up. 23 Rectory St.; 919-545-5505; angelinaskitchenonline.com

Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-903-9919; monterreychapelhill.com

Bella Donna Classic Italian dishes like lasagna and spaghetti carbonara. 440 East St.; 919-545-0900; belladonnaitalianrestaurant.com

Wingman Wings and hot dogs. 104 N.C. 54 W.; 919-928-9200; bestwingman.net

CHATHAM COUNTY Governors Club AL’S PUB SHACK Classic gourmet burger and fries joint, featuring an expanded menu with sandwiches, seafood, soups and salads along with a full bar. 50050 Governors Dr.; 919-904-7659

Flair Restaurant & Wine Bar Frenchinfluenced food, coffee, and Sunday brunch. 50100 Governors Dr.; 919-967-9990; flairforfoodrestaurant.com

THE BELTED GOAT A coffee and wine shop with paninis, cheeses and pastries. Fearrington Village Center; 919-545-5717; fearrington.com/belted-goat Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state. 120 Lowes Dr., Ste. 100; 919-545-2330; carolinabrewery.com/pittsboro Chatham Marketplace Sandwiches, baked goods. 480 Hillsboro St.; 919-542-2643; chathammarketplace.coop The City Tap Classic bar food. 89 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-0562; thecitytap.com Compadres Tequila Lounge Mexican restaurant with a variety of classic dishes. 193 Lowes Dr.; 919-663-5600; compadresnc.com

Ciao Bella Pizzeria Pizzas, pastas, sandwiches. 1716 Farrington Point Rd.; 919-932-4440 Tarantini Italian cuisine. 50160 Governors Dr. (Governors Village); 919-942-4240; tarantinirestaurant.com

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA Pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, salads and pasta. 160 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-9292; elizabethspizzapittsboro.com

Veranda (Briar Chapel) 501 PHARMACY Maple View Farm ice cream, plus malts and shakes. 98 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 300; 984-999-0501; 501rx.com Breakaway Cafe A casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with coffee and Maple View Farm ice cream. 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 100; 984-234-3010; breakawaync.co

THE FEARRINGTON HOUSE RESTAURANT Contemporary fine-dining. Fearrington Village Center; 919-542-2121; fearrington.com/house 

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

D I N I N G

G U I D E

HOUSE OF HOPS Relaxed bar and bottle shop with a large craft beer selection on tap. 112 Russet Run, Ste. 110; 919-542-3435; houseofhopsnc.com Moon Asian Bistro An Asian fusion restaurant offering sushi, Chinese dishes like sweet-andsour chicken, Thai curry dishes, rice and noodles. 111 Knox Way. Ste. 100; 919-869-7894; moonasianbistroch.com THE MOD Wood-fired pizza, salads, small plates and a full bar. 46 Sanford Rd.; 919-5336883; themodernlifedeli.com The Phoenix Bakery Small-batch and seasonal baked goods and specialty cakes. 664 West St., Pittsboro; 919-542-4452; thephoenixbakerync.com

Postal Fish Company Fresh seafood from North Carolina’s coast prepared thoughtfully by chefs James Clark and Bill Hartley. 75 W. Salisbury St.; 919-704-8612; postalfishcompany.com

THE ROOT CELLAR Sandwiches, prepared salads, desserts and more. 35 Suddles Rd.; 919-542-1062; rootcellarpbo.com

The Colorado Burrito Mexican grill with burritos, taco salads, chimichangas and other traditional fare. 116 Daniel Boone St.; 919-245-3335

Starrlight Mead

Heavenly Honey Wines

It’s Honey... All Grown-up!

Our internationally

STARRLIGHT MEAD Tastings of honey wines and honey. 480 Hillsboro St.; 919-533-6314; starrlightmead.com expertly crafted on the

premises from fruits,

sourced honey.

Come relax in our

tasting room, the perfect

place to sit, sip, savor, and learn about the

919-533-6314

Taste of the South BUILDING YOUR

OWN PIZZA

Porch Dining

NEWSWORTHY

Catering

EXPERIENCE

SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

@THEPIZZAPRESSCHAPELHILL

133 West Franklin St. Suite #120 Chapel Hill, NC 27516

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

Hillsborough BBQ Company Barbecue plates and sandwiches, sides and desserts. 236 S. Nash St.; 919-732-4647; hillsboroughbbq.com

art of honey wine. Located in the Heart of Pittsboro at Chatham Mills

StarrlightMead.com

NO W OPEN - 11 AM - 1 AM

El Restaurante Ixtapa Authentic from-scratch Mexican dishes. 162 Exchange Park Lane; 919-644-6944; ixtapa.homestead.com/ homepage.html

award-winning wines are

Thursday - Saturday 12-6 pm, Sunday 1-5 pm

Craft Beer. Craft Pizza. Craft your own story.

Antonia’s Italian cuisine. 101 N. Churton St.; 919-643-7722; antoniashillsborough.com

Small B&B Cafe Offbeat, eco-friendly eatery with outdoor seating offering farm-to-table fare for breakfast & lunch. 219 East St.; 919-5371909; smallbandbcafe.com

480 Hillsboro St. - Around back, under the water tower

At The Pizza Press, you can create your own custom pizza, publish your own salad, or select one of our signature options. Pair your meal with one of 24 craft beers on tap, finish with an Ice Cream Sandwich.

HILLSBOROUGH Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 122 S. Churton St.; 919-732-8662; bandidoscafe.com

Virlie’s Grill Soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches. 58 Hillsboro St.; 919-542-0376; virliesgrill.com

is a

Compadres Mexican restaurant with a variety of classic dishes. 115 Siler Crossing; 919-663-5600; compadresnc.com

S&T Soda Shoppe Soda fountain, American fare. 85 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-0007; sandtsodashoppe.com

herbs, and locally

Pittsboro Roadhouse Hearty American entrees, burgers and salads; 39 West St.; 919-542-2432; pittsbororoadhouse.com

SILER CITY

Voted Favorite Comfort/Southern Food! Meats • Chicken • BBQ/Ribs Chicken & Dumplings • Vegetables • Casserole Brunswick Stew • Gumbo • Chicken & Waffles Sweet Potato Pancakes ASK US ABOUT OUR MOUTH-WATERING

Holiday Turkey Dinners Mama Dip’s Kitchen 408 W. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill 919-942-5837 mamadips.com Open every day 8am-9pm Country Breakfast Served Daily M-F till 11:30am, Sun till 1pm • Sat & Sun Brunch

Hot Tin Roof Games and specialty cocktails. 115 W. Margaret Ln.; 919-296-9113; hottinroofbar.com

D I N I N G

Jay’s Chicken Shack Chicken, buffalo wings, breakfast biscuits. 646 N. Churton St.; 919-732-3591; jayschickenshack.com

Saratoga Grill New England-style cuisine; 108 S. Churton St.; 919-732-2214; saratogagrill.com

Kimchi Yay! Korean dishes featuring kimchi jjigae, japchae and buchimgae. Sidewalk, 110 S. Churton St.; 919-732-6261; kimchiyay.com

Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery Local meat, produce, baked goods, plus Steve’s brand products like pimento cheese. 610 N. Churton St.; 919-732-4712; stevesgardenmarket.com

King Street Bar Beer, wine, specialty cocktails. 114 W. King St., Hillsborough LaPlace Cajun cuisine. 111 N. Churton St.; 919-245-0041; laplacehillsborough.com Maple View Farm Country Store Homemade ice cream and milk. 6900 Rocky Ridge Rd.; 919-960-5535; mapleviewfarm.com Matthew’s Chocolates Gourmet chocolates, frozen treats and baked goods. 107 N. Churton St.; 919-732-0900

G U I D E

Village Diner Southern diner, buffet. 600 W. King St.; 919-245-8915 Vinny’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria Italian favorites like spaghetti carbonara and chicken piccata. 133 N. Scotswood Blvd.; 919-732-9219; vinnyshillsborough.com Weaver Street Market Hot bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 228 S. Churton St.; 919-2455050; weaverstreetmarket.coop

Panciuto Southern Italian cuisine. 110 S. Churton St.; 919-732-6261; panciuto.com

Whit’s Frozen Custard Ice cream and frozen treats. 240 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8123; whitscustard.com

Pueblo Viejo Traditional Mexican food. 107 James J Freeland Memorial Dr.; 919-732-3480

Wooden Nickel Pub Pub fare. 113 N. Churton St.; 919-643-2223; thewnp.com 

RADIUS Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Outdoor dining; 112 N. Churton St.; 919-245-0601; radiuspizzeria.net

Dinner Nightly Brunch on Sunday reservations 919.929.2263

acmecarrboro.com

wood-fired pizza • housemade pastas sammies • salads • desserts 201 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919-929-7133 | southernseason.com

RADIUS Simple food made the hard way Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Biscuits and other Southern Fare 101 E. Franklin St. Over 300 cooking classes a year! Private Events | Birthdays | Bridal Showers Team Building | Corporate Functions

919.967.2678 lulaschapelhill.com

112 N. Churton Street • Hillsborough

radiuspizzeria.net

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

D I N I N G

G U I D E

ALSO CHECK OUT THESE DURHAM AREA RESTAURANTS… Bar Virgile Artfully crafted beverages paired with an ever-changing dinner and small plates menu including selections like tandoori chicken and flat iron steak. 105 S. Magnum St.; 919-973-3000; barvirgile.com Bleu Olive High-quality comfort food with a Mediterranean flair. 1821 Hillandale Rd.; 919-383-8502; bleuolivebistro.com Cucciolo Osteria Italian fare. 601 W. Main St.; 984-243-8744; cucciolodurham.com COPA Cuban-inspired tapas and cocktails restaurant. 107 W. Main St.; 919-973-0111; copadurham.com DeeLuxe Chicken Fried chicken with dark and light quarters, plus a sauce bar with almost a dozen options. Other offerings include seafood platters and Velveeta mac-and-cheese. 1116 Broad St.; 919-294-8128; deeluxechicken.com Denny’s Diner fare. 7021 N.C. 751, Ste. 901; 919-908-1006; dennys.com Duck Donuts Warm, made-to-order doughnuts and coffee. 5320 McFarland Rd., Ste. 140; 919973-1305; duckdonuts.com

Fairview Dining Room Washington Duke Inn’s AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant. 3001 Cameron Blvd.; 919-493-6699; washingtondukeinn.com Geer Street Garden Simple, down-home fare in a cozy atmosphere. 644 Foster St.; 919-688-2900; geerstreetgarden.com Mad Hatter Cafe & Bakeshop Scratch-made pastries, salads, sandwiches. 1802 W. Main St.; 919-286-1987; madhatterbakeshop.com MarketPlace JB Duke Hotel’s main restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 230 Science Dr.; 919-660-6400; jbdukehotel.com Mez Contemporary Mexican Creative Mexican dishes with a fresh twist. 5410 Page Rd.; 919-941-1630; mezdurham.com Nanasteak Offers various cuts of beef and steaks, plus other meats like salmon and tuna steaks and pastas like beef short rib ravioli. 345 Blackwell St.; 919-282-1183; nanasteak.com

Page Road Grill Traditional American dishes. 5416 Page Rd.; 919-908-8900; pageroadgrill.com Saladelia Cafe Espresso and smoothie bar, pastries, sandwiches. 2424 Erwin Rd., 406 Blackwell St. & 4201 University Dr.; 919-489-5776; saladelia.com Saltbox Seafood Joint Local seafood that is delivered fresh from the Carolina coast. 608 N. Mangum St and 2637 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-908-8970; saltboxseafoodjoint.com Societa Sicilian-American comfort and street food with land, sea, vegetarian and gluten-free offerings. Large bar serving 22 rotating craft beers, bourbon, cocktails and wine. Welcomes single diners or large groups. 5311 S. Miami Blvd.; 919-941-6380; societainfo.com The Boot The neighborhood Italian-American restaurant serving soups, salads, sandwiches, pastas and traditional Italian entrees, plus a full bar. 2501 University Dr., Durham; 919-2948383; thebootdurham.com

Nanataco Inventive taqueria that features locally produced meats and veggies. Enjoy with margarita in hand. 2512 University Dr.; 919-489-8226; nanataco.com

P P Y H A

H O L I D A Y S

FAVORITE BURGER & FRIES

& TRATTORIA

READERS’ FAVORITE

BEST OF CHAPEL HILL MAG AZ IN E

Local, Farm-Fresh Ingredients Artisan Wood-Fired Pizzas | Salads Home-Made Pastas | Sandwiches Located at Veranda at Briar Chapel 79 Falling Springs Drive, Chapel Hill

919.240.4104



CAPPSPIZZERIA.COM

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

JOYOUS COOKING

M O R E T O N N E A L I S A N A U T H O R A N D I N T E R I O R D E S I G N E R W H O L I V E S I N C H A P E L H I L L . S H E I S A L I F E L O N G F O O D I E , H A V I N G C O - F O U N D E D L A R É S I D E N C E I N 1 9 7 6 .

Gifts for Foodies This time last year, my husband, Drake, and I made a compilation of our favorite recipe discoveries of 2017, bound them in low tech school folders and gave them to our friends and family for Christmas. Buoyed by the response (at least one person seemed to enjoy it), we’ll do it again this holiday season. For especially good boys and girls on our list, we will throw in the best condiment ever: Fiddlehead Farm’s Local Ramp Salt. It makes everything taste better. Drake may well have bought out the Pittsboro company’s entire supply. If so, try Fiddlehead’s Green Garlic Salt instead. Your scrambled eggs will never be the same. For memorable gifts and stocking stuffers, Fiddlehead Farm’s extraordinary condiments and preserves can be found at

Funny Girl Farm, all locations of Weaver Street Market and the Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Cookbooks are always a welcome present for those of us who love to cook. For those who don’t, but need to anyway, Peg Bracken’s old classic, “I Hate to Cook Book,” may be a welcome gift. The 50th anniversary edition is still available in bookstores and online. One of the best dishes I put in my mouth this year was a chicken-artichoke casserole from her book made by a friend who really does hate to cook. UNC Press’ roster of cookery and foodways books published this year includes all kinds of sugarplums. Georgann Eubanks’ “The Month of Their Ripening: North Carolina Heritage Foods through the Year” is a charmer – the January chapter’s

featured dish is snow cream! Debbie Moose’s “Carolina Catch” will be a new essential for fish lovers. “Southern Snacks” by Perre Coleman Magness provides enough party ideas for a lifetime. Her rendition of Carolina caviar elevates black-eyed peas to a status worthy of Champagne. Sara Foster’s “Pie,” the latest of the Savor the South series, offers classic as well as innovative recipes for both dessert and main course pies. Her roasted pear-brown butter tart may become a new Christmas tradition at our house. My holiday gift to you, readers, is from our ‘2018 Best of the Year’ folder. This easy, inexpensive braise, adapted from a New York Times recipe, can be popped in the oven and forgotten for a couple of hours while you shop for gifts. Happy holidays!

3-4 Tbsp. olive oil

Add 2 ½ cups chicken stock (or 3 cups for slower cooking), red pepper flakes and the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Return the ribs and drippings back into the Dutch oven. Cover and place in the preheated oven. Braise the meat for 1 hour (or up to 2 hours if you cook it at 275 F). Uncover the Dutch oven, stir the mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, on the stovetop at a low temperature until the liquid thickens and the meat is very tender, about a half hour. If the sauce thickens too much, dilute with a little water or broth. Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve with plain polenta, mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or for an extra special accompaniment, Sweet Corn Polenta. Serves 4-6

2 large carrots, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 2 1/2 cups or more chicken stock 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 2 bay leaves

PHOTO BY JAMES STEFIUK

Braised Country-Style Pork Ribs 2 1/2-3 lbs. pork country-style ribs, bone in or boneless, cut into thick slices Salt and black pepper

Preheat oven to 350 F (or 275 F for longer cooking). Season ribs with salt and pepper. Add oil to a Dutch oven. Over high heat, brown the ribs on all sides, in batches. Place the ribs on a plate. Add more oil to the pan, if needed, plus the carrots, celery, onions and garlic, Cook until vegetables are soft, stirring constantly. Add the apple cider vinegar and stir a couple of minutes until evaporated. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring another minute.

Sweet Corn Polenta ¼ cup butter 1 small sweet onion, finely chopped 

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

D I N I N G

The Place to Be!

G U I D E

JOYOUS COOKING

SWEET CORN POLENTA – C O N T I N U E D 3 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn kernels 4 cups chicken broth Salt and pepper CHAPEL HILL FAVORITE FOR 38 YEARS BEST PHILLY CHEESE STEAK IN THE TRIANGLE!

ITALIAN PIZZERIA III

FOR CATERING OF ANY OCCASION, PLEASE GIVE US A CALL! 508 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, CHAPEL HILL

919 968 4671 italianpizzeria3.com

1 cup instant polenta, such as DeLallo Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, optional Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in half of the corn kernels, and take off heat. Puree the remaining corn kernels with 2 tablespoons of water or broth in a blender until smooth. Heat broth and ¼ teaspoon salt (more or less depending on saltiness of the broth) in large, heavy-bottomed saucepan to a simmer.

Whisking constantly, add the polenta in a slow steady stream until the mixture is smooth. Reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until the mixture is thick and creamy, about 5 minutes. Stir corn puree into the polenta. Cook and stir on low for 2 minutes. Stir in onion-corn mixture, and simmer a few minutes until thoroughly heated. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired and serve with the pork braise. CHM



NOW OPEN

PASTAS, SALADS & APPETIZERS

SERVING BREAKFAST ALL DAY LONG

WITH CLASSIC LUNCH AND DINNER FARE WE CATER! Call (919) 906-0765 to discuss your upcoming event!

324 W. RosemarY St., Chapel Hill 919.967.7110 breadmens.com WINNER

BEST OF CHAPEL HILL M AG A Z I N E

100

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

AUTHENTIC NEAPOLITAN PIZZA

THE PLACE WHERE FRIENDS AND FAMILY GO TO ENJOY THEMSELVES CHAPEL HILL 100 EAST FRANKLIN ST. OPEN DAILY FOR LUNCH at 11AM MidiCiChapelHill

June 26-30, 2019 Early Bird Tickets

ON SALE NOW // TASTETHEEVENT.COM

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

W E D D I N G S

FAIRCLOTH & WILKINSON

S M BY TAYLOR MABREY PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHARINA BROOKS LIFESEEINGLENSES.COM

Sarah Faircloth and Curry Wilkinson met for the first time at a

kiln opening the day before Sarah graduated from UNC. Curry, who graduated from East Chapel Hill High School and UNCGreensboro, and Sarah, a Burlington native, were together for two years before getting engaged. At the beginning of fall, the pair took a trip with Sarah’s dog, Clover, to Beech Mountain, North Carolina. Curry started the trip off on a high note by proposing to Sarah in the morning before they spent time in Blowing Rock. The couple tied the knot on November 24, 2017 at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough with Sarah’s brother, Jacob Faircloth, holding both rings. They included many Scottish and Irish blessings in their ceremony as well as a lot of plaid and natural greenery in their decorations all inspired by Sarah’s trips to Scotland and Ireland. The 45 guests, including parents Kari and Mike Wilkinson and Randy and Chris Faircloth, enjoyed barbecue from Hursey’s Bar-B-Q and cake from A Cake Tray in Pittsboro. In lieu of a guest book, Curry crafted a platter that everyone signed and sent everyone home at the end of the unforgettable night with handmade mugs. The couple resides in Burlington, where they operate a pottery business together, Curry Wilkinson Pottery. CHM

102

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

W E D D I N G S

MOTTA & SCHNEIDER

BY NICHOL AS MOT TA PHOTOGRAPHY BY CAROLINE KEMMERER, CAROLINE JEAN PHOTOGRAPHY CAROLINEJEANPHOTOGRAPHY.PIXIESET.COM

Matthew Schneider and Carrboro High School graduate Carolyn Motta both lived on the same floor of Hewlett Hall their freshman

year at UNC-W. They started dating after they were paired up for a project in a freshman seminar class and were together for seven years before Matt proposed on December 17, 2017. Matt popped the question during a romantic walk on Wrightsville Beach, after dinner at one of their favorite restaurants. The small but lovely ceremony was held on September 8, 2018, on a waterfront property in Wilmington with a view of the Masonboro Sound and a plethora of oak trees. The couple said their “I do’s” in front of parents Christine Schneider, Stephen Motta and Helen Motta alongside members of their wedding party Eric Motta, Mattie Sollee, Christine Motta and Nicholas Motta. The reception took place underneath a massive tent on the lawn. One of the highlights of the evening was the bar service and three specialty cocktails created by Mister Bartender, including a wonderful lavender lemonade that matched with the decor and bouquets. The reception went on into the night, where the couple was later joined by their dog, Sadie, who had a blast running around and playing with guests. The couple resides in Wilmington where they just bought their first home. CHM

December 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

103

W E D D I N G S

RIPLEY & HILL

D BY PARRISH ALTO PHOTOGRAPHY BY KAYL A COLEMAN KAYL ACOLEMANPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

David Lee Hill and Olivia Ripley went on their first date in 2015 while

she was home from New York City for Chapel Hill High School’s class reunion. Ten months later, on a trip to France with friends, Olivia showed David Lee all around Paris, where she had lived and worked for four years after college. Knowing how much Olivia had loved her time in Paris and the significance that the Eiffel Tower held for her, David Lee planned a surprise for their second-to-last night. After successfully sneaking the ring through three rounds of metal detectors inside the Eiffel Tower, they made it to the restaurant on the second level. There, over dinner and champagne, David Lee proposed to Olivia overlooking the Parisian sunset and city landscape. On May 19, the couple were married at University United Methodist Church. The celebration continued on the front porch at The Carolina Inn with a large reception of family and friends including parents Jackie Coté and John Ripley of Carrboro and Dremea and David Hill of Madison, West Virginia. Members of the wedding party included local residents Bart Fox and Benjamin and Rebecca Johnson, as well as friends from Durham, Charlotte, New York City, Charlottesville, Los Angeles, Toronto and Paris. With wine from Chapel Hill Wine Company and delicious wedding cake from Miel Bon Bons, the couple ate, drank and danced to Motown and funk band Mo’Sol throughout the night. The couple resides in Chapel Hill, where David Lee is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at his own practice and Olivia manages ashlyn&co. hair salon. CHM

104

chapelhillmagazine.com December 2018

4401 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612

(919) 571-2881

OfďŹ cial Jeweler of the Carolina Hurricanes

www.diamondsdirect.com

STARTING a FAMILY STARTS HERE.

From the early stages of planning to the day your baby is born, UNC Health Care is your trusted partner for the journey into motherhood. By offering a full range of expert services, from midwifery to maternal-fetal medicine, we specialize in providing expecting moms the personalized and world-class care they desire and deserve. Start your family with the utmost confidence.

LEARN MORE ABOUT our P RE N ATA L S E RVI C E S at MYU N C B A BY.CO M