Chapel Hill Magazine November 2018

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East Chapel Hill High School alum Allen Buansi was elected to his first term on the Chapel Hill Town Council last November.

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Jessica Stringer EDITORIAL EXECUTIVE MANAGING EDITOR

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EDITORIAL INTERNS

Cara Siliakus, Kensey Katz, Taylor Mabrey and Jacquie Melinek CONTRIBUTORS

yourfamily magazine including our Navigating Schools guide

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Read the 2018-2019 guide for year-round family fun, where to eat with kids, our schools directory and more.

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PEOPLE & PLACES 12 Ackland Art Museum’s

60th birthday celebration 13 Be Loud! ‘18

14 Chapel Hill Magazine’s first pop-up

happy hour 15 League of Women Voters celebrates

Women’s Equality Day 16 LocalFest 17

In Our Schools

18 The 12th annual Teacher

Supply Store 19 Briar Chapel Encore’s

Carolina Tiger Rescue trip 20 2018 Inter-City Visit

80 FEATURES 26 Priceless Gem

Lillie Perry Atwater

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Letter from the Executive Editor

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46 Kitchen Think

Four well-designed kitchens 62 How They Live

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23 Women’s Birth & Wellness

Center celebrates World

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30 A Very Merry

Chapel Hill Holiday

Wine picks, organizational advice,

Thanksgiving traditions and chefs’

sides to complete your table 38 The Influencers

Seven fellow community members

sing the praises of seven Chapel

Hillians making an impact in our town

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ribbon cutting

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Venable Rotisserie Bistro 94 Joyous Cooking:

Curry in a Hurry 101 Engagement

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Weddings Rachel Weaver & Erik Kellomäki; Kelly Mooneyham & Mark Haywood; Luca Tomasi & Rachel Dunn

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GIVING THANKS

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WHEN WE ASKED SEVEN PEOPLE TO SING THE PRAISES of their peers and colleagues for our cover story, every person answered with a resounding “yes.”

I’m thankful they took time out of their busy schedules – or in outgoing Town Manager Roger Stancil’s case, recent retirement – to pen these tributes, which start on page 38. You’ll read about the tireless leadership, clear vision and enthusiasm for the job possessed by these folks we’re calling The Influencers. I’m thankful that there are exceptional leaders in our community at nonprofits, in the arts, in our town government and more.

I’m also thankful for the generosity of so many of our neighbors and organizations, as highlighted in our People & Places (starting on page 12). I’m in awe of how many locals support good causes year after year, from the thousands of dollars raised at Be Loud! ‘18 to dozens of well-deserving educators who were able to shop for extra supplies to affordable housing being built by Habitat for Humanity of Orange County in Hillsborough for seniors.

And on a personal level, I’m thankful for my dog, Olive. I adopted her late last November from Orange County Animal Services, and it’s been the best decision I’ve ever made. Thanks to Olive, I’ve enjoyed each day, seeing Orange County through her eyes and visiting new places, like the Johnston Mill Nature Preserve and the Occoneechee Speedway, that I knew we’d both love. I spent many cold Saturdays in January at the Southern Community Dog Park shivering with other pet parents. We’ve walked the Ayr Mount grounds

Check out our Orange County adventures on Instagram!

and strolled Franklin Street on the prettiest summer evenings. And we made it to the Hargraves Community Center pool for the annual dog swim in September. This will be her first Thanksgiving with me.

As my own shout-out to amazing organizations, I want to remind folks to check out the adoptable pet from OCAS (or Paws4Ever) each week on chapelhillmagazine.com – there are so many who need forever homes.

I wish you a season of gratitude and maybe even a new furry friend. CHM

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WHAT WE’VE HEARD AROUND TOWN …

WHAT AN HONOR Chapel Hill Police Officer Phillip Smith will

join law enforcement officers from around the world at the 2019 World Summer Games of the Special Olympics. Phillip, who has worked for the Town of Chapel Hill since 1990, will take part in, along with other officers, carrying “the Flame of Hope” during the opening ceremonies.

Mitch Trubisky in his UNC football uniform –

the first of its kind.

Chapel Hill High School

and UNC graduate Nora Pedersen won an Emmy for her role as costume supervisor on the design team for the FX series, “The Assassination of Gianni Versace.”

Hillsborough native and Orange High School alum Bryse Wilson made his Major League Baseball debut with the Atlanta Braves in August, thus becoming the franchise’s youngest starting pitcher since 2011.

Special Treats, a boutique chocolate shop,

Billboard named co-founders Glenn Dicker and Tor Hansen of Redeye, a Hillsborough music-business hub, 2018 Indie Power Players, which recognizes the achievement of independently owned record labels, music publishers and distributors in the country.

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled an officially licensed, limited edition bobblehead of 8

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was named Employer of the Year by The Arc of the Triangle. Special Treats sells chocolates made by people with disabilities throughout the U.S. and exclusively employs people with disabilities. In addition to selling chocolates made by nonprofit workshops, Special Treats has developed their own line of original chocolate creations, which are made locally by people with special needs and volunteers at the Piedmont Food Processing Center.

The North Carolina Home Builders Association recognized Briar Chapel, one of the Triangle’s largest communities, with the Best Website for a Community award at the 2018 STARS awards in September.

LOCAL BOOKS

UNC professor Andrew Reynolds’s new book, “The Children of Harvey Milk: How LGBTQ Politicians Changed the World,” was released on November 1. On November 7, Flyleaf Books hosted a launch party for the book with the head of Oxford University Press and a panel of North Carolina LGBTQ elected officials. Substantial parts of the book focus on figures from North Carolina, the Triangle and Chapel Hill, including former mayor Mark Kleinschmidt.

Chapel Hill resident and UNC professor Michael Chitwood was selected as the winner of the 2018 L.E. Phillabaum Prize

by LSU Press for his poetry book, “Search and Rescue.”

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Society. Andrew joins Audubon after a successful tenure at the Environmental Defense Fund where he served as Senior Director of the Fishery Solutions Center.

Nicholas C. Johnson left the Chapel HillCarrboro Chamber of Commerce staff for a

position with BCD Meetings and Events.

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce announced that Vanessa Watson, who has served as Member Relations Specialist for the last year, will be stepping up to play a lead role in managing their programs and signature events.

More than a dozen students from UNC

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as their newest real estate agent. Before entering the real estate industry, she was the former owner and founder of Carrboro Yoga Company up until 2010.

its staff to support the organization’s hunger relief and nutrition education programs. Michelle Perry was named Program Associate responsible for TABLE’s SnackChef, TABLE On the Go and Camp TABLE programs.

nonprofit mobile medical clinic, Remote Area Medical (RAM) program, provides free dental, vision and medical care to underserved and uninsured populations.

ON THE MOVE Pure Barre Chapel Hill has new owners!

Candi Wood is a

Central Florida native with a background in competitive Wood

dancing and cheerleading, while

Perri Kersh, Chapel

Hill Magazine contributor, was named the Vice President for the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals, North Carolina Chapter.

Sara Kronenfeld

is a UNC grad and real estate agent for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

Kronenfeld Jeremy Nabors, formerly the choir director

at Chapel Hill High School, has moved on to teach at Durham School of the Arts, starting this fall.

Andrew Hutson was named Executive

Director of Audubon North Carolina and Vice President of National Audubon

Ackland Art Museum

announced the appointment of Dana Cowen, Ph.D., as the inaugural Sheldon Peck Curator for European and American Art before 1950. Dana will be responsible for the care, cataloguing, display, expansion and refinement of the Ackland’s distinguished collection.

Perry

Wendy Tetteh

was appointed as part-time Family Engagement Coordinator, and

Tetteh

Debbie Young

joined as parttime Volunteer Coordinator.

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Orange County Director of Child Support Services Janet Sparks, the longest serving county department head, retired on August 31. Janet began her tenure with Orange County in January 1980 after working for Durham County as a child support officer. She might be the last Orange November 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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County employee who has worked for every manager in the county’s history.

Merritt’s Grill has

opened an outpost on UNC’s Campus.

Partnering with Carolina Dining Services, the Chapel Hill mainstay is now featured at the bottom of Lenoir Dining Hall.

UNC’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies gave a warm

send-off to Dina Rousset at Top of the Hill in August. Dina left her positions as the center’s associate director of Venturing & Acceleration and as Launch’s director to become the COO of one of Launch’s successful alumni companies, Jury-X, a startup that provides data services to civil litigation attorneys before jury selection begins. Amy Lianne is currently the interim program director for Launch.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

This September marked the 25th anniversary for Cole Park Veterinary Hospital, one of the area’s most established and deep-rooted clinics for our local furry friends. The hospital grew from humble beginnings, opening on September 9, 1993 with only two exam rooms and three full-time staff members. Today, the animal hospital employs nearly 30 animal care professionals in its state-of-the-art 5,000-square-foot treatment facilities – including full boarding and grooming services.

Montessori Day School celebrates its 40th

school year in the Chapel Hill community.

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The Hillsborough/ Orange County Chamber of Commerce moved to

BLAST FROM THE PAST

While The Carolina Inn was doing updates around the grounds, a historic well was uncovered that is nearly 170 years old, and it’s likely that famous geologist Elisha Mitchell built it in the 1800s. A historian and archaeologist have been to the property to assess the discovery.

200 North Churton St. in Hillsborough. This move provides more space for Chamber staff growth, as well as easier accessibility for Chamber members and those looking for relocation and business information.

Chapel Hill is getting a cat cafe! More specifically, Cat Tales Cat Cafe. The new venture will open on West Franklin Street in the fall. Cat Tales will be home to a dozens of cats available for adoption (and petting!).

BUSINESS BRIEFS CUBE design + research, PLLC, based

in Boston and Chapel Hill, changed its brand identity and name to ThoughtCraft Architects to better reflect its design focus.

“It is the right time in our firm’s history to make this change. Our clients already appreciate that our design approach is both structured and spirited, and the new name helps make our design perspective clear to future clients,” says co-founder and principal, Jason Hart, AIA.

Fidelity Bank has moved from 101 Europa

Dr. to their new location at 1805 E. Franklin St. CHM

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1 Amy King, Kendal Parker, Lauren Sanford and Elizabeth Sharp.

2 UNC Chancellor Carol Folt, Julia Sprunt Grumbles and Frances Gravely.

The Ackland Art Museum celebrated 60 years on September 20 with a gala held after hours at the museum featuring a band, cocktails and cupcakes. The event served as the first look of “Birthday Presents,” an exhibition curated for the occasion. Around 60 pieces of art from 30 supporters of the museum, including 13 UNC alumni, make up the commemorative collection. The yearlong celebration “will be filled with extraordinary exhibitions from our permanent collection and across the country [along with] reimaginings of our gallery space,” says Katie Ziglar, director of the Ackland. CHM 12

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3 Sheldon Peck, Carol Jenkins and Brent Jenkins.

4 Shay Behrens, Sam Masters, Anna Barzin, Jenny Routh and Amir Barzin.

5 Chapel Hill Magazine’s Chris Elkins, Amanda MacLaren and Jessica Stringer.

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1 Lauren Lux, Lucy Steiner, Elsa Steiner, N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein, Annabel Steiner and Niklaus Steiner.

2 Robert Sledge, Tony Stiglitz and Matt McMichaels of Surrender Human.

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JONATHAN DRAKE PHOTOGRAPHY Be Loud! ’18 was held at Cat’s Cradle in

August. The two-night festival featured performances from bands like Surrender Human, The Right Profile and The Sex Police. All of the $49,148 raised at the fifth annual event will benefit the Be Loud! Sophie Foundation that supports adolescent and young adult cancer patients and their families at UNC Hospitals. CHM

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HAPPY, AND WE KNOW IT PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMANDA MACLAREN

Chapel Hill Magazine’s first Pop-up Happy Hour at The Courtyard on West Franklin Street invited food and drink aficionados to gather for seasonal fare while also celebrating our inaugural Downtowner magazine. Hosted by Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe, guests had the opportunity to sample dishes prepared by Lantern, Crossroads Chapel Hill, La Residence, 411 West, Mediterranean Deli, Talulla’s and Vimala’s, as well as cocktails from TOPO Organic Spirits and beer from Top of the Hill while enjoying live music by Southern Routes. CHM

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2 Dia and Fran Gualtieri of La Residence.

3 Chapel Hill Magazine’s Ellen Shannon and Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe owner Vimala Rajendran.

4 Dan Graham and Ellen Peirce.

5 Miriam Crystal and Sharon Kolling-Perin.

6 Chelsea Futrell and Haley Waxman.

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MEET YOUR REPS PHOTOGRAPHY BY HANNAH LEE

The League of Women Voters of OrangeDurham-Chatham (LWVODC) celebrated Women’s Equality Day at Tobacco Road Sports Cafe with cocktails and conversations with their elected officials.

Women’s Equality Day celebrates the anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization that supports citizenship and voter rights nationwide, was founded in 1920, the same year that women gained voting rights. CHM

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1 Orange County Commissioner Penny Rich with Durham County Commissioners Wendy Jacobs and Ellen Reckhow.

2 Chapel Hill Town Council member Nancy Oates, Chapel Hill-Carrboro Board of Education Chair Rani Dasi and Carrboro Alderman Barbara Foushee.

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LOCAL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA STRINGER

Attendees of the first LocalFest enjoyed a beautiful day at Blackwood Farm Park for a celebration of all things Orange County in September. Tarish Pipkins aka Jeghetto delighted children with his puppetry, local artisans showed off their skills during demos and a half-dozen bands entertained crowds throughout the afternoon. Profits generated by the event will support the Breeze Farm Incubator. CHM

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2 Alan, Lizzy, 7, and Gwen Dorman.

3 Portia McKnight of Chapel Hill Creamery.

4 Ginny Robinson and Ellie Messick, 9.

5 Mary Lou Robertshaw, 9, and Meg McGurk.

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IN OUR SCHOOLS PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRISTIE MABRY

The A.L. Stanback Middle School seventh-grade students of science teacher Kristie Mabry started the school year off with their first STEM challenge. Students working in collaborative groups were charged with building a LEGO chair complete with seat belt, cup holder and foot rest in only 45 minutes. CHM

Catherine Ballenger and Becca Erzen.

Elijah Jenkins and Rayshawn Page.

Tristan Kelsey and Jackson Baker.

Estes Hills Elementary

celebrated its 60th birthday, which drew hundreds of current and former Eagles on a Friday evening in September. The party offered birthday cake for 400, a treasure trove of old yearbooks, food trucks and even a visit from Rameses, the UNC mascot. Even with a lengthy downpour that left the blacktop steaming, many guests stayed to dance in the gym, pore over photos and yearbooks and share updates and memories. CHM November 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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TEACHER SUPPLY STORE PHOTOGRAPHY BY HANNAH LEE

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The 12th annual Teacher Supply Store at the American Legion Post No. 6, sponsored by East Chapel Hill Rotary Club and the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation, opened its doors to nearly 620 teachers and staff of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Each teacher received a voucher worth $75 and was invited to “shop� for classroom supplies before the start of the school year. CHM

1 Ephesus Elementary school counselor Ashley Sherman, ESL

4 President of East Chapel Hill Rotary Club Rob Maitland,

teacher Kirsten Venema, school nurse Caroline Hall, school counseling intern Lauren Martin Robison and school counseling intern Kaia Bednar.

and co-chairs of the annual Teacher Supply Store Allison Worthy and Pat Phelan.

2 Carrboro Elementary Pre-K teachers Eboni Squire and Raquel Carney.

3 Scroggs Elementary kindergarten teachers Sojung Ko, Tamara Edmonds and Jodi Wise.

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5 YMCA Leaders Club volunteers Emily Kilgallen, 13, and Sophia Rauda, 14.

6 After-school site director and TA at Morris Grove Elementary Cedric Bush and executive director of the Public School Foundation Lynn Lehmann.

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ENCORE! ENCORE! Members of Briar Chapel’s Encore neighborhood’s Adventure Group recently toured Carolina Tiger Rescue on Hanks Chapel Road in Pittsboro. From left: Bill Knight, Billy Isenstein, Debi Isenstein, Elizabeth Eagle, Judy Knight, Roscoe McWilliams, Sue Johnson, Gwen McWilliams, Gordon Albro, Ellen Shannon and Carol Cini. Encore is Briar Chapel’s newest neighborhood and exclusively for those 55 and older.

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As a six-time Best for the World B Corporation, Participate strives each day to ensure equitable access to quality education.

Participate has served schools and districts in North Carolina and beyond for the past 30 years as the largest teacher exchange program in the U.S. We are proud to call Chapel Hill our home, and to shape students into global citizens through high-performing, data-driven education programs.

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WE’RE NOT IN KANSAS ANYMORE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA STRINGER

A group of 79 Orange County elected officials, business owners, nonprofit directors, UNC officials and others traveled to Lawrence, Kansas, in September during the 2018 Inter-City Visit led by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce. The three days featured 15 sessions and discussions with more than 100 Lawrence leaders with the hopes of gaining insight and bringing back ideas to our community. The group toured the Bioscience & Technology Business Center, Peaslee Tech, the Lawrence College and Career Center, Sports Pavilion Lawrence and Rock Chalk Park, among other destinations in town. CHM

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1 Chapel Hill Town Council member Allen Buansi,

4 Margaret Samuels of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Hillsborough Board of Commissioners Matt Hughes, Mark Bell and Kathleen Ferguson.

Board of Education, Karin DeMarco of AICPA and Hillsborough Mayor Pro Tem Jennifer Weaver.

2 Town of Carrboro’s Rebecca Buzzard and Dana Hughes.

3 Orange County Arts Commission Director Katie Murray

5 Orange County Commissioner Earl McKee and Chamber

and Chapel Hill Town Council member Rachel Schaevitz.

president Aaron Nelson.

6 Eric Chupp of the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties and Chris Ehrenfield of Bold Construction.

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BUILDING FOR THE BELOVED PHOTOGRAPHY BY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF ORANGE COUNTY Habitat for Humanity of Orange County had 100 people

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attend their kickoff and street-naming celebration to help begin the construction of their newest site, Crescent Magnolia, in Hillsborough on September 8. Beloved Community is a Habitat International project that is being built locally in honor of Rev. Robert “Bob” Seymour and in partnership with Binkley Baptist Church in Chapel Hill. Habitat began working on the site – which will feature 24 townhomes designed for seniors – with volunteers at the beginning of October. CHM WEDDINGS

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Florence Price’s thrilling Piano Concerto is infused with the influence of her African-American roots, and Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3 bursts with operatic drama.

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2 1 Town leaders and Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce came together to welcome Habitat for Humanity to Hillsborough with a ribbon cutting.

2 Two streets in the neighborhood are named after people closely connected to the project, including Alice and George Horton in front of Horton Road.

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1 Rebecca Costello, lactation consultant and director of lactation services at the Women’s Birth & Wellness Center, and organizer of the Milk and Cookies event and founder and music teacher of Jammin Baby Erica Berry.

meet the artist at crook’s corner bar to celebrate and view the exhibition RSVP by november 9 (limited to 20) nancytuttlemay@gmail.com crook’s corner 610 w franklin street chapel hill nc

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SCOVILLE PHOTOGRAPHY, LLC Women’s Birth & Wellness Center (WBWC) hosted a

celebration in honor of World Breastfeeding Week at The Honeysuckle Tea House in August. At this “Milk and Cookies” gathering, moms, babies and big kids enjoyed music, homemade baked goods provided by the WBWC staff, activities led by early childhood music instructor Erica Berry of Jammin Baby, LLC and special tea blended by the tea house herbalist for supporting breastfeeding. CHM

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Every year, hundreds of runners wake up early on Thanksgiving to run the Gallop & Gorge 8K, the third and final race in the annual Le Tour de Carrboro race series.

EVENTS

NOT TO MISS Dorrance Dance Myelination NOVEMBER 12-13, 7:30 P.M. carolinaperformingarts.org

Originally premiering at New York City Center’s 2015 Fall for Dance Festival, Myelination is a new, full-length work directed and choreographed by Chapel Hill native Michelle Dorrance featuring original, live music by her brother, Donovan Dorrance, and Gregory Richardson with vocalist Aaron Marcellus. Tickets: $27-$72 24

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Jupiter Ball

“She Loves Me”

NOVEMBER 16, 7 P.M. - MIDNIGHT moreheadplanetarium.org

NOVEMBER 18 - DECEMBER 2 playmakersrep.org

Enjoy an intimate night among the stars at The Barn of Chapel Hill for the annual ball funding youth science programs and outreach. Live music, Snap Pea Catering and telescope viewings will round out the evening.

Tickets: $275

Set in the 1930s, this Broadway musical comedy follows Amalia and Georg, two feuding clerks in a European parfumerie who secretly find solace in their anonymous romantic pen pals, but little do they know it’s actually each other. The Wall Street Journal calls it a “pure delight! The most romantic of all Broadway musicals.” Tickets start at $15

Carrboro Film Festival NOVEMBER 17-18 thecarrborofilmfestival.com

Celebrating its 13th anniversary this year, the Carrboro Film Festival is one of the largest film festivals in the South. In addition to watching world-class films of every length and genre on the big screens, there are parties, workshops and networking opportunities throughout the two-day celebration. One-day ticket: $15; Two-day: $20

Gallop & Gorge 8K NOVEMBER 22, 8 A.M. cardinaltrackclub.com

Kick off Thanksgiving day with Cardinal Track Club’s final race in the 14th annual Le Tour de Carrboro series. Little Turkey Kids Races will be held for free after the big race, and proceeds from the event benefit organizations like TABLE, Carrboro Family Garden and others. Walkers welcome!

Registration: $30+ CHM

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CAROLINA PERFORMING ARTS NOVEMBER 9 MEMORIAL HALL

STEEP CANYON RANGERS NOVEMBER 12 & 13 MEMORIAL HALL

DORRANCE DANCE

Myelination DECEMBER 1& 2 MEMORIAL HALL

12 & UNDER TICKETS HALF PRICE

CAROLINA BALLET

THE NUTCRACKER DECEMBER 11

JANUARY 11

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JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS BIG BAND HOLIDAYS

LUCAS DEBARGUE, PIANO

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For tickets and details on the full 18/19 season, visit: carolinaperformingarts.org

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HONORING A LOCAL HERO’S LIFE OF SERVICE

Hey, lillie!

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things to get noticed, but to the people of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, Lillie Perry Atwater’s life of service is no secret.

When asked about the distinctions that have come her way, such as 2017 Town Treasure by the Chapel Hill Historical Society and Mother of the Year by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro

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I really do. I’ve been humbled by the honors.”

Born in Chapel Hill as the second of six children, Lillie started working at the former North Carolina Memorial Hospital in ninth grade after school and would eventually retire as a nurse in 1996.

“I lived in Pottersfield on Brooks Street. I would just walk up Church Street. I’d cut through the fraternity places and stop and eat the grapes off the grapevine and go on to get to the hospital,” she recalls.

Along with her after-school job, Lillie played guard for Lincoln High School’s girls basketball team and babysat for Christopher and Barbara Fordham’s children. She married Cleavon Atwater in 1961 and raised two daughters, Jo Ann and Donna, in her hometown.

She has served as chair of the Carrboro Human Services Advisory Commission, on the Board of Elections and as a trustee of her church, Cathedral of Hope. More than 20 years ago, Lillie was inspired

by UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center volunteers, who visited and encouraged her when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer.

“The ladies came around and had some gifts for me. I thought, ‘I want to do that,’ and I did. And I really enjoyed it. Growing up in a big family taught me to jump in and help where help is needed.”

Lillie, now 78, has done just that, speaking to groups and doing

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whatever is needed to raise awareness about breast cancer, particularly among the local African-American community.

“The ads for breast cancer care only showed white women at that time. Black women get breast cancer.

I thought people need to hear about this, because if you treat it early, there is hope that you can be cured.”

Lineberger recently featured her in a video about 20-year survivors. Today, Lillie is in a brave battle against a second diagnosis of breast cancer and other medical issues. “Life is good, and I’m just not going to succumb to it. I have cancer, but cancer doesn’t have me.”

She still mows her own grass and isn’t ashamed to ask for help with the pull cord to get it started. “It’s good exercise,” she says. Lillie remembers a time when people knew their neighbors, spoke to one another and made eye contact more often.

“You can’t turn back time. And I’m not anti-change. I just hope that we don’t get so big that we lose the touch that we have for humanity, that we don’t lose community and caring about one another. I think we do this one step at a time,” she says.

“Get to know people. Meet your neighbors. Speak to people. It’s amazing how people in Chapel Hill will just start talking with you. Make time for people.

“I’ve been on this street for 50 years now. When I hear, ‘Hey, Lillie,’ I know that’s somebody who’s known me a long time.” CHM

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Böen Pinot Noir, Sonoma, California From the famed Russian River Valley, this is classic pinot noir. Ruby red in color with a nose of raspberries, blackberries and spice. A rich texture and a long finish, this would grace the Thanksgiving table nicely. A fine match for heartier stuffings, sweet potatoes (no marshmallows, please) and Brussels sprouts with bacon. Also the perfect accompaniment to roast pork. Hillsborough Wine Company, $22.99

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Nals Margreid Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, Italy This is a crowd-pleaser, suitable for any gathering. Delicate aromas of flowers and stone fruits, full-bodied with pear and apricot flavors and a crisp, refreshing finish. A cut above most commercial pinot grigios.

Treat your friends right!

Chapel Hill Wine Company, $14.99

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé, Champagne, France For when you want to splurge, this ethereal Champagne is well worth it! Pretty pale salmon in color, with alluring aromas of fresh berries, persistent bubbles and an impeccable balance of fruit and acidity, this is the epitome of purity, elegance and finesse. A stunner for New Year’s Eve or anytime you need a reason to celebrate.

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Domaine des Deux Roches Mâcon-Villages, France This is pure chardonnay, grown in ancient limestone soil, with no oak to get in the way of the bright and crisp apple, pear and peach aromas and flavors. A great match for lighter seafood dishes, creamy pastas or a holiday cheese plate.

Glasshalfull, $17

Mionetto Prosecco Extra Dry, Veneto, Italy Pretty floral aromas lead to fresh apple and pineapple flavors, and lively bubbles make this a fun, festive, easy-to-drink bubbly for any occasion. Not bone dry, it is perfect as an aperitif, with figs and prosciutto, or with orange juice for brunch-time mimosas. It’s also organic and packaged with recycled materials.

Whole Foods Market, $15

Domaine de Châteaumar Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge, France A perfect anytime red wine, côtes-du-rhônes are known for their versatility with food. Made from 100% grenache, the bright berries and ripe spicy fruit are not overwhelmed by any strong tannins. Bring this tasty red to a holiday party or a potluck dinner.

Weaver Street Market, $16

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TURKEY TROT ONE FAMILY’S EARLY-MORNING THANKSGIVING TRADITION REMINDS THEM TO BE THANKFUL

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If you come to our Chapel Hill home for Thanksgiving, there are two rules:

1 You must participate in the Cardinal Track Club’s Gallop & Gorge 8K run at 8 a.m. Thanksgiving morning in Carrboro.

2 You must run it wearing a turkey hat. Your hat can have the turkey who is dressed as a football referee, the turkey in running shoes or the turkey dressed as a chef.

Or, you can wear one of the grandma-made crochet turkey hats off Etsy. We provide the hats, but it’s first come, first choose at our house.

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It isn’t the same group of people every year. We have no relations in town. Our group is an ever-revolving set of far-flung relatives, plus whichever college or graduate students we have recently “adopted.”

Not a runner? That’s not the point – just do your best.

We’ve done this so many years now that I can’t recall how it started, but I do know why we continue. Since we have a different assortment of guests every year, being forced by your

hosts to run together in the same big crowd is a good icebreaker and bonding experience. Having to wake up early to partake in a beautiful Carolina morning … now that makes you feel alive.

Why the hats? To entertain the crowd sure, but mostly it is for us.

It is hard to take yourself or your performance time too seriously when you are wearing a large cartoon turkey on your head. The race just feels like a big street party and a homecoming for those – like our sons – who grew up here but moved away.

This ritual is also an act of gratitude. Our entry fees go to causes that help others. Also, our family, like many, has been hit with chronic illness, and we are thankful for the ability to run, walk or just creep along. We no longer take that for granted. If you are still able to move and still able to gather around the table, then do so and give thanks.

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HAPPY-APPY HOLIDAYS ORGANIZE FOR THE END-OF-THE-YEAR CELEBRATIONS WITH IDEAS FROM THE NEAT FREAK

BY PERRI KERSH

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there is often a feeling of elated anticipation mixed with a smattering of dread. There is so much to do and only so much time. Meals to plan, parties to host, travel to arrange, gifts to buy and joy to create… it can take a toll! Make this the year you vow to let technology take over some of the heavy lifting, so you can relax and delight in the season.

MEALS The holidays often mean that you’re doing a lot of extra cooking.

This is an ideal time to put a reliable meal-planning app to work. A favorite is Big Oven (available for Android and iOS). This free app has more than 250,000 stored recipes and includes a virtual grocery list based on chosen recipes. It also has a handy leftover feature that allows you to type in any of your extra ingredients and get some suggested recipes to use them in.

PARTIES If the holidays don’t feel complete without a party or two, consider using Wunderlist to help you stay ohso-organized. This organizing app will allow you to create a timeline, set reminders, store your guest list and keep you from missing deadlines as the big day approaches. You can also share assignments with others so you don’t have to do all of the hard work.

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Packing Pro ($2.99 for iOS). Ideal for families who need multiple packing lists, this app even encourages you to take pictures so you can be reminded of exactly which item you intended to pack. This can come in handy if you’re traveling and attending special events and want to make sure you pack just the right outfit and accessories!

GIFTS Is there a “must-buy” gift for a person in the family? Or that gadget that almost never goes on sale that tops a loved one’s list? Use Google Alerts to keep an eye on possible sales or availability for that hot item of the year.

The more specific you are, the more likely you are to find the best deal.

JOY Last but not least, the holidays are supposed to be about joy, happiness, togetherness and love. Don’t let all of your to-do’s keep you from finding peace in the midst of self-imposed chaos! Consider an app like Calm or Headspace to keep you relaxed and in the moment as you enter the most wonderful time of the year. Too much ho-ho-ho and not enough “ohmmm” can turn anyone into a Grinch. Find time each day to center, relax and remember what the season is all about.

Keep neat!

Perri Kersh is the neatest, and sometimes freakiest, at Neat Freak Professional Organizing LLC. She works with individuals, families, small business owners and students to help them get and stay organized. Find her monthly posts on chapelhillmagazine.com.

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CHEF’S TABLE WE ASKED CHEFS, BESIDES TURKEY, WHAT DISH COMPLETES YOUR THANKSGIVING TABLE? PHOTO BY JAMES STEFIUK

Nicholas Savli Fusion Fish In my background, food is endless and I think having my family there completes it. The food is just an extra thing. My mom just passed, so when I think of Thanksgiving, I think of my mom. To be honest, it’s having my mom there – that’s what completes it without the turkey. If I had to say something, a fresh cranberry sauce would be nice – and great stuffing because my mom made that, too.

Michael Pryor Trilogy Definitely sweet potato casserole with brûléed marshmallows. This earns a spot on the main table (and not the dessert table) because it pairs well with salty brined turkey and the acidic cranberry sauce. It really rounds out Thanksgiving dinner.

David Sadeghi Town Hall Grill At our Thanksgiving, fried Maine lobster tail and oyster stuffing is something that we only do at Thanksgiving. Everyone gets a lobster tail and as much turkey as they want.

Suzie Keenan Olio & Aceto Cafe Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays and it is not complete without green bean casserole with fresh green beans and homemade mushroom sauce. I dream of it all year and refuse to make it until Thanksgiving to keep it special.

Brendan Cox Oakleaf We always host at our house and the more the merrier. Our favorite year was when we had relatives from North Carolina, Maryland and Los Angeles all in town for the holiday. We removed the furniture from our formal living room so that we could set up for dinner for 26 – now that was fun! We love Brussels sprouts, absolutely love them in our house, even the kids. A Thanksgiving table isn’t complete in our house without them.

I like to roast them with smoked bacon, rosemary, shallots and apples on high heat for caramelization. Just before it goes on the table, I drizzle on some aged balsamic.

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Aaron Vandemark Panciuto Our Thanksgiving table isn’t complete without a cranberry crumble. Introduced by my mother-in-law, it rounds out the plate with its tart-sweet fruit and a little bit of crunch among all the soft potatoes and tender rolls. It’s usually the one dish with no leftovers as it makes fast friends with the vanilla ice cream and pies that shortly follow dinner.

Cranberry Sauce 2 ½ cups raw cranberries 3 cups red or green apples (or a mix of both) ½ cup sugar Mix the above together and press into a greased casserole dish.

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NTHUSIASTIC. GENEROUS. COMMUNITY-MINDED. SMART. I first met Natalie when she applied for our much sought-after and specialized position to “manage” FRANK Gallery. Filled with more than 20 well-established, headstrong, opinionated creatives, the gallery drives everyone’s work and talent to our Chapel Hill community and beyond.

Natalie appeared with a vibrance and a sense of confidence that was true and pure, joyous actually.

With a background in fashion merchandising, European studies and art history, Natalie is quick to understand the subtle specialties of each of us and translate them into the

BY BARBARA TYROLER stewardship of our talents. Having lived abroad and traveled with her family her entire youth, she has developed a knack for spreading her energy and enthusiasm to our audience.

And, she’s an artist herself, making glass and ceramic tile mosaics.

Natalie is relatively new to our gallery. She began when we were still on Franklin Street and jumped right into action when we moved to University Place. In order to be a gallery manager, one needs to possess a unique set of skills – flexibility, creativity, a heart for diversity and a head for logistics and management.

Natalie is always learning something new, always juggling so many people, but she always does this with generosity and grace.

NATALIE KNOX

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ANNA RICHARDS

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in sharing leadership, and what that means for us as members of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP chapter is that she works hard to make sure that every committee is really working well. One of the things that she’s always looking for in each committee is having one young person and one more seasoned person act as co-chairs. She works hard to make sure we have the correct community connections working with other groups like Justice United, OAR and the League of Women Voters. She’s big on being very organized, and she’s a person who empowers other people to do the work. She’s really good about getting down to the nitty-gritty and deciding what the issue is, deciding how to organize behind an issue and then deciding how to implement a plan that’s effective across the board.

I think [one of the reasons we won North Carolina branch of the year in 2017] was our ability to be effective in the community, to help other people and to help the chapter continue to grow. She believes in the work, and she’s a servant leader.

Unlike for some in leadership, it’s about the work for her.

On a personal level, she’s a very supportive friend. She’s a fantastic cook – anytime you get invited to her home with she and her husband, you feel like you’re at home.

Joal Hall Broun is a member of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education

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of development, and she and Kidzu belong together! She joined the museum because she’s dedicated to working with children, especially those in underserved communities.

Originally from a small English village, Kate worked in various nonprofit leadership roles

BY LISA PRICE in New York City and Los Angeles, impacting thousands of at-risk children. At Kidzu, Kate’s cooperative, hardworking, sunny disposition has made her a gem to the staff, board, families and community. Her two young children, Esme and William, often accompany her. “They would come every day if I’d let them,” says Kate. After 12 years at various locations, Kidzu is working on a plan to build a permanent, larger museum in Southern Village. Kate is thrilled to be a part of a team creating an inclusive, educational museum that will impact every child in our community. We at Kidzu are so thankful to have Kate on our team!

KATE SULLIVAN

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TEADY. KNOWLEDGEABLE.

Professionally curious. An active listener. Respectful. These words describe the Maurice Jones I came to know over the last two weeks of August.

As he began his tenure, we spent a great deal of time together as I shared with him the institutional knowledge and working relationships I had developed over 12 years as Chapel Hill’s town manager.

During our time together, we learned our lives had other similarities besides our profession. We both came to Chapel Hill after long careers in other cities, leaving them amidst some political turmoil to come to a new place and a fantastic opportunity. Sometimes swirling controversy moves managers along to different places where, tempered by our experience, we lead again. We both value our families and struggle with the effect a move in our career has on them.

City and town managers are survivors.

Nonpolitical professionals, working in a political world, we help communities navigate to a vision of themselves.

While facilitating discussion to fashion a community strategy for the future, we also lead a team of professionals from a variety of fields to provide municipal services people cannot provide themselves.

High expectations of service often collide with a need for affordable tax rates. To achieve both requires the ability to manage multimillion dollar budgets and maintain high fiscal standards. City and town managers do this while working for a body of elected community representatives in a transparent and open environment of decision making.

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organization he found in Chapel Hill. He has also expressed his appreciation for the robust leadership and dedicated employees who work for the town.

With what I have seen, I agree with Maurice that, “There will be challenges along the way, but I’m confident we will face them with thoughtfulness, innovation and compassion.” Successful managers are not defined by a particular point of view based on the current debate, but learn from experiences to lead from wherever we find ourselves. I believe Chapel Hill is in good hands with Maurice Jones as town manager.

Roger Stancil served as Chapel Hill town manager from 2006-2018

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ACHEL BEARMAN HAS

spent her career serving her community in many different capacities from research to her most recent role as head of development for The Lerner School. As the executive director of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Meals on Wheels program, Rachel brings her experience, energy, passion and dedication to an organization with a growing need in our community.

Over the past 10 months, Rachel has created an engaging environment for the volunteers, staff, board members and recipients, while implementing major operational change initiatives to ensure greater safety in daily deliveries and the future expansion of the CHCMOW mission. Our volunteers are very passionate about what they do and who they deliver to, so the changes in our delivery process meant Rachel actively communicating with all our volunteers and holding informational sessions to ensure a smooth implementation.

Rachel’s greatest strength is her compassion and commitment to the organization and to the individuals CHCMOW serves, individuals who are otherwise isolated in our community, making sure they receive a check-in visit and a healthy meal.

Because of Rachel, our community and CHCMOW are stronger and well-positioned.

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LTHOUGH NEW TO THE CHAPEL

Hill Town Council, it hasn’t taken long for Allen to make his mark. This comes as no surprise; in some sense, he’s been preparing himself for years.

Allen proudly admits to being a nerd in high school – if a track athlete and later, college football player can ever truly be a nerd – and attending council meetings back then. He was clearly paying attention.

As a young, mature, newly married Chapel Hill native, Allen brings a unique and important perspective to the council’s deliberations.

He is passionately committed to social justice, ensuring that the voices who are traditionally underrepresented are heard and listened to.

In order to further these goals, he is one of the leaders of Training for Action and Progress, which helps bring new voices into government.

It is a pleasure to be able to work with Allen as he starts, what I expect, will be a long and important career in public service.

Michael Parker has been a Chapel Hill Town Council member since 2015

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SOR ANGELA HOYOS

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somebody who really has passion for the work she does for the community, you should meet Sor Angela Hoyos.

She is very helpful but at the same time, she’s empowering the community to help themselves. She goes beyond.

She is a community specialist in the Carrboro office, so she is there mainly waiting for people to see what they need.

It could be a simple thing, like they got a letter in the mail in English and want help reading it. It could be a case of domestic violence and they need help, or it could be that they need a lawyer for an immigration case. I think it is very important to have a person that is sensitive to what our community is going through, but also to have the calm and patience to think about solutions. This is true of all of us at El Centro – you get frustrated because some things are out of your control and you wonder what you can do. But then a person like her, with her personality, she thinks, ‘This is hard, but I need to help in some way to lower the anxiety of this person in the community and make things happen.’

She’s good at finding the resources and the stakeholders and making those relationships – part of our mission is to build bridges. She’s good about acknowledging that we can’t do everything and we can’t do it alone.

Pilar Rocha-Goldberg is the president & CEO of El Centro Hispano

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Reason for Renovation The kitchen in our old house was closed off from the living areas, so we knew we wanted a more open floor plan that would allow for entertaining large groups. Because the kitchen is fairly large, I decided to go with the trend of having mixed materials on our cabinetry in order to add some interest. I had seen a photo of an ebonized oak kitchen that I loved, so decided to do a similar look on our island and vent hood. After pricing out all-custom cabinetry with CKS, we decided to do a mix of semi-custom and custom in order to stay within budget. I liked the contrast of the more sophisticated taupe painted cabinetry with the more rustic feel of the island. I also introduced contrast by using a honed granite countertop for the perimeter counters and a stunning polished Cosmos granite slab for the island. An iridescent glass mosaic tile backsplash in the kitchen and antiqued glass subway tile backsplash in the butler’s pantry helped to bring in light near the dark countertops. In addition to the standard floods overhead, I used oversized drum light fixtures above the island which gives a lovely diffused light. I also loved the recent trend of mixing metals, and so have incorporated gold, silver

and aged bronze into light fixtures, faucets and cabinet knobs.

The idea of having a keeping room off the kitchen was appealing, since everyone always seems to end up in the kitchen anyway! We wanted to have lots of light, which led to the installation of skylights in the keeping room ceiling. We decided to place the fireplace in the keeping room rather than the living room since that tends to limit the placement of furniture. It also gave us a focal point for the keeping room. Having a raised bar between the kitchen and breakfast area helps conceal any dishes left on the kitchen counters from view. It also makes a nice buffet/serving area for entertaining.

Highlight The highlight of the kitchen area is definitely the pecky cypress ceiling. One of my favorite interior designers had used it in a home dÊcor magazine I saw many years ago, and I thought it would be a perfect touch for the vaulted ceilings of the keeping and breakfast rooms. I was right! Everyone who sees the house comments on it. We liked it so much, we also used it on our master bath ceiling. „ November 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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Neighborhood Ridgefield/Briarcliff Reason for Renovation It was time for an update! When we purchased it in 2002, the house was still in its original 1962 form, and the kitchen retained its original footprint and cabinetry. We knew we wanted a more contemporary, open space so we waited until we were able to tackle a large renovation to achieve that vision.

Highlight We love the dining room cabinetry and tile work behind it that adds a personal and artistic flair. The updated cabinetry and workspace makes the kitchen so much brighter and more functional. But I think the element we have enjoyed the most is the island. It provides the perfect gathering space for family and friends alike, creating the warm, social environment we dreamed of. We are amazed that two years post-renovation we still look around and can’t believe this is our home – there is not a thing we would change!

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KEEPING IT SUSTAINABLE IN COKER HILLS The Team Designed by Pearl Arnold and built by Brent Arnold, partners of Triple Aught Design + Build, LLC Style Modern, natural, sustainable Neighborhood Coker Hills Square Footage 470 Inspiration While the homeowners were happy with the layout of the kitchen, they really wanted to connect with the gorgeous outdoors of their surrounding property. To ‘let the outside in,’ we removed a bay window from the dining room and installed a large storefront window in its place. This huge expanse of glass makes both the dining area and kitchen feel more light and airy. The bamboo cabinets provide a great contrast with the dark hardwood floors that run throughout the main level of the home. Achieving a light and airy feel to the space using natural and sustainable materials was critical to the project. The homeowners asked us to exhibit artifacts from their world travels, which finished off the details of the space and made the kitchen uniquely theirs.

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The Inspiration The original kitchen had cheap white particle board cabinets that were worn out from decades of use. The kitchen had a dysfunctional layout, and it was closed off from the dining room.

They wanted an open and fun eat-in kitchen that they could live in and enjoy with their two growing boys. We needed to integrate an open mudroom from off the garage and an office/bill paying center into the design as well. Alberto is Italian, and they wanted a modern Italian kitchen with Scavolini-type cabinetry, but we couldn’t get it locally. When we found it in New York City, the cost was astronomical. It was all stock units with no customization available, so I designed the cabinets. We used a local cabinet company (Bruce Pratt) to make the cabinets and had a local painting company (Hansell Painting Co.) paint the cabinets with metallic paint. We even incorporated IKEA aluminum cabinet doors into the upper cabinets to lighten the look. A highly functional, beautiful, unique, fun, eye-catching modern kitchen that was truly theirs.

Things that were important to homeowners A separate appliance garage and coffee garage, an eat-in table for casual family dinners, curves (desk, mudroom, hood, table) and using the existing space. CHM

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a teardown nor a restoration, but a cleverly built two-story house on a lot that – split by a steep ravine – was thought to be unbuildable.

“We looked at this lot and thought, ‘Gosh, that’s a pretty spot,’” Kay says. “But if a lot has been in historic Hillsborough and no one has built on it for 200 years, it might have some challenges. You wouldn’t pick this lot if you wanted to put a Colonial house on a corner lot.”

The Johnsons moved to Hillsborough after 27 years in Chapel Hill’s Highland Woods. Kay served as the town’s finance director and then taught music at Carrboro High School. Reed is an economics professor at Duke Clinical Research Institute.

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“The image we had was of a tree house, where the house kind of disappeared into the woods,” Kay says. “It’s sort of like a lake house placed in the middle of Hillsborough.”

The home’s modern lines are unadorned and include sections of floor-to-ceiling glass that reflect the ravine’s lush, vertical landscape, visually blending the house into the surrounding forest. The bare-wood exterior and modest footprint suggest a woodsy cabin

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or a quaint town cottage – a good fit for Hillsborough. But the couple is aware that not all agree.

“I’m not sure we would have gotten the plans approved a year later,” Reed says.

If the exterior of the Johnsons’ home is meant to fit into its local surrounding, the inspiration for the equally sparse interiors came from much farther away. Reed’s family emigrated from Sweden and the Johnsons’ connections to the country run deep. One of the couple’s three sons, Karl-Erik, even changed his last name back to Jansson, the

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family’s original name that had given way to Johnson in the U.S. Karl-Erik teaches music in New York. Son Garth lives locally while Austin is in Delaware.

Swedish influences are highlighted throughout the home.

“I’ve lived in Sweden twice, and Reed has three times,” Kay says.

“We chose hanging lamps that are consistent with a Swedish style.

It looks like they were just taken out of a Swedish church.”

The home’s great room – encompassing the living room, a

dining area and kitchen – is dominated by a 6-foot-wide black chandelier, with a smaller version over the adjacent stairway. A pair of circular, black metal bands, lit by simple candle-like lights, the chandelier imposes an air of gothic simplicity.

“I don’t know how many times you’ve been in a small Swedish church,” Kay says with a laugh, and continues. “You find a pretty practical design for a small space, unencumbered by pillars, so the congregation can be together. You have to have a lot of little candles, and the circles allow you to put a lot of candles in one space.”

Kay and Reed worked with Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery in Carrboro to find both fixtures.

The great room’s other dominant feature is the fireplace and hearth, which is covered in jagged gray stones all the way to the ceiling. The ceiling is covered in pine, adding to the woodsy cabin feel.

The Johnsons finished with custom light switch covers that depict snowy birch trees, a candleholder on the main dining table that reaches upward to the main chandelier with matching black metal arms and a pine bookcase hutch.

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THIS NEIGHBORHOOD IS FIRMLY PLANTED IN THE ROLLING HILLS OF A FORMER DAIRY FARM

BY MAT T WHITE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH MANN

FTER LAURA AND MIKE MALINCHOCK FIRST TOURED a house in Lake Hogan Farms, Laura asked their realtor to keep driving to extend their tour of the neighborhood to some other streets. The agent wondered why – almost no other homes were for sale.

The Malinchocks weren’t sure about moving to Chapel Hill yet, even though after many years in Philadelphia, says Laura, “I’d had enough of cold winters.” But as they took some informal tours, they immediately loved the feel of Lake Hogan Farms, a 300-acre neighborhood built on rolling former pasture land just off Homestead Road near Carolina North Forest.

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ABOVE Mike and Laura Malinchock take in another sunset from their patio.

TOP LEFT Evan, 20, and Cole Malinchock, 15, enjoy kayaking and paddleboarding just steps from their backdoor.

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LEFT Cole says paddleboarding is way easier than it looks!

ABOVE The Malinchock living room provides ample light and glows each evening with the sunset over Hogan Lake.

moving, her oldest, Wesley, then 14, was just entering high school.

“I counted basketball goals,” Laura says. “I thought, ‘There’s got to be kids in the neighborhood if there are basketball goals.’”

After spotting what she considered “a suitable number” of hoops, they also came across a house that had gone up for sale so recently, the sign had just been put in the yard that day.

They’ve lived there for seven years now.

“I love that it’s quiet, and the neighbors are so caring,” says Laura.

“It’s a wonderful community of people. If we’re ever away and we need some kind of help with the house, there’s someone to jump right on that need.”

Laura and Mike’s house backs up to Hogan Lake, which sits at the center of the development, one of several elements of the landscape in the neighborhood that date to the property’s

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history as a family dairy farm. The Hogan family created the lake in 1929 by damming Bolin Creek, which still runs through the neighborhood. Though used as a farm pond, the lake was often the site for UNC students and staff picnics. Today, it’s a gathering spot and landmark for residents.

“We enjoy sitting on our deck, watching the egrets and blue herons,” Laura says. “We even had a beaver last year.”

The spirit of a family farm runs throughout the neighborhood. A restored grain silo sits at the neighborhood clubhouse just across the parking lot from the pool, and of the 300 acres, nearly a third are dedicated to open community space. Running and biking trails crisscross the neighborhood, connecting nearly every street to the paved Lake Hogan Farms Greenway. The more intrepid can follow informal trails and cut-throughs to other neighborhoods and even Carolina North Forest’s web of trails.

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JUST THE FACTS: Lake Hogan Farms Where Lake Hogan Farms is located on rolling former pasture land just off Homestead Road in Chapel Hill, near Carolina North Forest. The 300-acre neighborhood was once a family farm, of which 90 acres is common area that includes a clubhouse for events, a pool, tennis and basketball courts, a playground and walking trails by a lake and Bolin Creek. One of the original farm families of Chapel Hill, the Hogan family, settled here in the 1700s and ran a dairy farm on the property from the 1930s to 1995. The neighborhood is abundant with green spaces, mature trees and flowers, and it’s an ideal spot for an active lifestyle with opportunities for walking, running and biking. Maple View Farm Ice Cream is also conveniently located nearby.

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Homes Styles range widely, from townhomes for sale and for rent to 3,500-square-foot, estate-style homes that sit on half-acre lots.

Schools Neighborhood students attend Morris Grove Elementary School, McDougle Middle School and Chapel Hill High School.

Property Tax Rate In 2018, the property tax rate for homes in Lake Hogan Farm is $1.20 per $100 of assessed value. Of that total, $0.85 goes to Orange County, $0.20 to Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and $0.15 to Greater Chapel Hill Fire District.

Lot Size Lot sizes in the community range from zero-lot line to half-acres.

Price Home prices in Lake Hogan Farms range from the $400,000 to near $1 million. Among houses recently listed: a 2,968-square-foot, four-bedroom home on Hogan Ridge Court for $471,000; a 3,507-square-foot, fivebedroom home on Hogan Woods Circle for $637,900; and a 5,644-square-foot, six-bedroom home on Lake Manor Road for $975,000.

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Bob Blouin is a dedicated runner and enjoys hitting the neighborhood trails every day around 5 a.m.

The Hogan family settled in Chapel Hill in the late 1700s, and four brothers started a dairy farm on the property in the 1930s which was operational until 1995.

As farmers, the Hogan family helped bring electricity to Chapel Hill. A three-mile line to their farm was the first federally financed rural electrification project in the nation, according to documents the family submitted to the North Carolina Historic Preservation Office. When the project fell short, the Hogans cut pine trees from their property for power poles.

The Hogan family remains active farmers less than a mile from the neighborhood that bears their name at Magnolia View Farm. And though the Hogans hold a place in Chapel Hill lore, the most famous resident of Magnolia View is UNC’s official ram mascot, Rameses. The rams that serve as Rameses have come from the Hogan farm for over 90 years.

Like the Malinchocks, Maureen and Bob Blouin came to Chapel Hill with teenage concerns. Bob served as dean of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and recently became the university’s provost. But when they arrived 15 years ago, their son, Daniel, was headed into his junior year. To ease his transition, rather than send Daniel to school wherever they landed, they put him in charge: Daniel would tour several local high schools, and Maureen and Bob would find a house in the district he picked.

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Maureen and Bob Blouin enjoy a quiet moment on their screened-in porch.

“The first person he met was goth head to toe,” remembers Maureen.

“That was new to him, and he was looking for a place with new experiences.”

After 15 years, Maureen and Bob have considered moving and even put their house up for sale once.

They had an offer in five hours. But Maureen says, “We couldn’t find anywhere we liked more than here,” and they stayed put. But there are other families in the neighborhood who, in similar circumstances, have moved from one Lake Hogan Farms home to another. “One of the unique things is the variety of house sizes,” says Laura. “So empty nesters swap houses with younger couples who are outgrowing where they live. It speaks to how people want to stay here.”

Indeed, houses in Lake Hogan Farms stretch from 2,500-squarefoot family two-levels to estate-style 5,500-square-foot homes with a dozen or more rooms.

Laura says she and Mike intend to stick around as well. Their youngest son, Cole, is where Wesley was when they arrived: 14 and headed into high school. Now 21, Wesley is a senior at James Madison, and Evan is a sophomore at Appalachian State.

And they’ve made changes to the house over the years, too, including a family basketball hoop.

“It was one of the first things we added,” says Laura. CHM

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105 E. Franklin St.; 919-391-3706; tamatea.com Time-Out Southern comfort food 24 hours a day. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2425; timeout247.com

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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. 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 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

NEWS BITES SEA YOU AT THE BEACH Trolly Stop Hot Dogs rebranded to a new name, The Beach on Franklin, and now carries vegan options.

GLATT FALAFEL? Cava, a D.C.-based Mediterranean chain, was due to open in October in Village Plaza next to Whole Foods at press time.

PURRISTAS IN TOWN The Triangle is getting its first cat cafe, Cat Tales Cat Cafe, which plans to open this fall on W. Franklin Street. Cat Tales will be home to dozens of cats available for adoption from The Goathouse Refuge in Pittsboro.

SLICE SLICE BABY The Napoli Wood-Fired Pizza food truck now has a cafe in Carrboro with pizza, gelato, espresso, tea and local beers on tap on 105 East Main Street.

BIBIMBAPPIN! Aaron Vandermark of Panciuto in Hillsborough has turned the sidewalk space in front of the restaurant into a new popup, Kimchi Yay!, featuring Korean dishes such as kimchi jjigae, japchae and buchimgae.

MAKING MISO HAPPY Next to the new Monterrey Mexican restaurant location in Rams Plaza, another new restaurant is expected to open soon – Mr. Tokyo Japanese restaurant has many locations in Charlotte and most notably offers an unlimited sushi and hibachi menu.

I SCREAM! Chapel Hill’s first rolled-ice cream shop, Icelab, opened in September on 405 West Franklin Street offering flavors such as Monkey Business (banana Nutella), Super Green (green tea), Sunny Day (mango) and more.

TAROLICIOUS Meet Fresh, a Taiwanese dessert spot offering such things as tasty taro q balls, refreshing herbal jelly and smooth tofu pudding among others, is now open in Meadowmont in the former Five Guys spot. This is their first venture into North Carolina.

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 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 The Beach on Franklin Specialty hot dogs and burgers. 104 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-4206; 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

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Brunch, to me, is the pinnacle of any weekend. And Venable’s is so nice, they do it twice – every Saturday and Sunday. It’s a goto before the Carrboro Music Festival kicks off, or post-morning run or bike ride; I’ve even stopped by Venable after a potluck brunch at a friend’s house just for the Venable bloody mary.

(Any brunch is basically incomplete without a solid bloody mary, and Venable’s is top-notch. Ask your bartender to make it extra spicy!)

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When it comes to the entree, I’m always torn between the herbed-roasted eggs and the huevos rancheros. The eggs – fresh from Latta’s Egg Ranch – arrive piping hot in a skillet with minced herbs and cream. To the side is crunchy, toasted crostini perfect for dipping, applewood-smoked bacon and country potatoes. It’s a hearty, soul-filling breakfast, but I almost never turn down huevos rancheros, and I particularly enjoy the way Venable prepares it with black beans and two eggs (I get mine over medium) nestled in a crispy flour tortilla and topped with a solid serving of cheddar cheese and pico de gallo, cilantro and a mildly spicy tomatillo ranchero sauce.

Paired with that spicy bloody mary, this brunch brings the heat.

Herbed-Roasted Eggs, $12; Huevos Rancheros, $12; Venable Bloody Mary, $9 – Amanda MacLaren

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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

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CAFFÉ DRIADE Carrboro Coffee, bowlsize 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.; 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 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 La Hacienda Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 1813 Fordham Blvd.; 919-967-0207; lahacienda2.eat24hour.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

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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 Maple View Mobile Ice cream outpost of the Hillsborough dairy farm. 919-244-1949; mapleviewmobile.com Red Bowl Sushi, bento boxes. 919-918-7888; redbowlchapelhill.com TRILOGY American cafe featuring innovative twists on classic dishes. Silverspot Cinema; 919-357-9888; trilogyrestaurant.com

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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

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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 Contemporary cuisine with a Southern (Airport Road) 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 Magone Italian Grill and Pizza. 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. F; 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.

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Curry in a Hurry Since we now have more Indian restaurants in our neighborhood than you can shake a stick at, it’s hard to believe this is a fairly recent phenomenon. Not too long ago most Southerners experienced the joys of curry only at home.

Curries were served in coffeehouses around London in the early-18th century, but eateries featuring Indian food were rare in America until more than 200 years later.

Colonists learned about curries at the dinner table, not in restaurants. British settlers arrived with cookbooks such as Hannah Glasse’s 1747 publication, ‘The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy,” including the first curry recipe known to be written in English.

My mother made a cream-based curry made almost exactly the way Mrs. Glasse describes. Instead of ginger and turmeric,

Big Flavor Chicken Curry 10-12 Servings 1 ½ tsp. ground turmeric 1 ½ Tbsp. whole cumin seeds 1 ½ Tbsp. whole fennel seeds 1 Tbsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper 10 boneless chicken thighs ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 large onions, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger root 6 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 red chili, minced or ½ tsp. red chili flakes 3 cups chicken stock 3 cups diced tomatoes 4 cinnamon sticks 3 bay leaves 1 ½ pounds gold potatoes,

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however, she used dry curry powder, itself a British concoction. According to legend, an Indian cook brought to London by a returning East India Company nabob invented curry powder. To satisfy his employer’s acquired taste for spicy food, the enterprising fellow ground together dried chiles, turmeric root and coriander and cumin seeds to replicate the spices used in Indian kitchens.

After curry powder became wildly popular in England, McCormick & Company recognized its potential and created a blend that was a staple of my mother and grandmothers’ spice rack. It tasted then exactly the way it does now – a nicely balanced blend of spices without much heat, perfect for the quintessential Southern dish, Country Captain, that both my grandmothers served at their ladies’ luncheons.

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I still fall back on McCormick in a pinch, but now that we have easy access to fresh ginger root, turmeric and so many other formerly exotic spices, there’s little need to use a dry blend.

Though I could eat curry every day of my life, I still think of it as company food. It meets all my crowd-feeding criteria: it’s fast, easy, can be made ahead of time and everyone loves it. If you’re lucky, you’ll have leftovers.

Here’s a curry we are especially fond of. No need to grind the spices or even brown the chicken; the flavors are startlingly fresh, and so far, everybody I’ve served it to has loved it.

Mix the turmeric, cumin, fennel, salt and pepper together. Sprinkle half of this mixture on the chicken thighs, reserving the other half.

In a Dutch oven, sauté onions in the oil until translucent. Add ginger, garlic and chili. Cook, stirring, less than a minute, then add 3 cups of chicken stock, tomatoes, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, remaining spice mixture and chicken. Simmer, covered for 30 minutes.

Add potatoes and carrots. Simmer 15-20 minutes more until vegetables are soft and chicken fully cooked.

Transfer chicken pieces to a plate.

Remove the cinnamon sticks and bay leaves. When the chicken has cooled off, cut or tear it into bite-size pieces.

Simmer the curry another five minutes until the liquid is reduced to a thin sauce. Add extra stock or water if needed. Return the chicken to the curry and heat until warm or refrigerate until ready to serve, then reheat on the stove.

Serve over cooked rice, generously sprinkled with mint or parsley. CHM

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Pop’s Pizzeria Pizzas, calzones, stromboli, pasta. 1822 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-932-1040; pops-pizzeria.com

Thai Palace Soup, curries, pad thai.

Glenwood Square Shopping Center; 919-967-5805; thaipalacenc.com

AKAI HANA Japanese cuisine including sushi, tempura and teriyaki. 206 W. Main St.; 919-942-6848; akaihana.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

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

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

Tobacco Road Sports Cafe Burgers, salads and sandwiches.

1118 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8404; tobaccoroadsportscafe.com/chapel-hill

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

Rasa Indi-Chinese Indian and Chinese cuisine. 1826 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-929-2199; rasachapelhill.com The Bagel Bar More than 20 homemade bagel varieties. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 109; 919-929-7700; bagelbarbagels.com The Pig Barbecue, fried tofu, collards.

630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 101; 919-942-1133; thepigrestaurant.com Sage Vegetarian Cafe Vegetarian fare.

Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-968-9266 Special Treats A chocolate boutique shop offering 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 Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 6209-B Falconbridge Rd.; 919-493-0904; amantepizza.com BIN 54 Steaks, seafood and other fine American food. Everything made in-house.

Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-969-1155; bin54chapelhill.com 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 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 Raaga Authentic Indian delicacies like curry and masala. 3140 Environ Way, East 54; 919-240-7490; raagachapelhill.com

Meadowmont Village Brixx Wood Fired Pizza Specialty pizzas and salads. 501 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-929-1942; brixxpizza.com Cafe Carolina & Bakery Salads, sandwiches, breakfast. 601 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-945-8811; cafecarolina.com Chronic Tacos Mexican grill utilizing authentic recipes. 504 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-999-4803; eatchronictacos.com Fusion Fish Eclectic menu including tapas, family-style dinners and sushi. 100 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-903-8416; fusionfishcuisine.com REAL LOCAL

Meet Fresh Taiwanese desserts and teas.

REAL FRESH REAL meetfresh.us/en GOOD 407 Meadowmont Village Circle; Quickly Hot and cold tea drinks in addition to Asian street food. 503 Meadowmont Village Circle.; 984-234-0401; quicklych.com

GLASSHALFULL Mediterraneaninspired food and wine; outdoor dining; all ABC permits. 106 S. Greensboro St.; 919-967-9784; glasshalfull.net Gourmet Kingdom Sichuan cuisine.

301 E. Main St.; 919-932-7222; thegourmetkingdom.com Market Street Coffee & Ice Cream Coffee, ice cream and pastries. 100 E. Weaver St.; 919-960-6776; marketstcoffee.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

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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

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

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 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 November 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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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., #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 Fiesta Grill Burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, tacos.

3307 N.C. 54 W.; 919-928-9002; fiestagrill.us Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine.

Carrboro Plaza; 919-903-9919; monterreychapelhill.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 High-quality French-influenced American food, coffee, wine, beer and Sunday brunch. 50100 Governors Dr.; 919-967-9990; flairforfoodrestaurant.com Ciao Bella Pizzeria Pizzas, pastas, sandwiches.

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Breakaway Cafe A casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and small plates, along with Counter Culture coffee, beer, wine and Maple View Farm ice cream. 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 100; 984-234-3010; breakawaync.co Capp’s Pizzeria & Trattoria Homemade fresh pastas, pizzas, salads, sandwiches and a more comprehensive Trattoria menu.

79 Falling Springs Dr.; 919-240-4104; cappspizzeria.com Town Hall Burger & Beer Gourmet burgers plus shared plates, tacos, wings and salads.

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

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Bella Donna Classic Italian dishes like lasagna and spaghetti carbonara. 440 East St.; 919-545-0900; belladonnaitalianrestaurant.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 Drive; 919-663-5600; compadresnc.com

THE FEARRINGTON HOUSE RESTAURANT Contemporary fine-dining.

Fearrington Village Center; 919-542-2121; fearrington.com/house

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 ASIAN BISTRO offering sushi, Chinese dishes like sweet-and-sour 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

Elizabeth’s Pizza Pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, salads and pasta. 160 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-9292; elizabethspizzapittsboro.com

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The Phoenix Bakery Small-batch and seasonal baked goods and specialty cakes.

664 West St., Pittsboro; 919-542-4452; thephoenixbakerync.com PITTSBORO ROADHOUSE Hearty American entrees, burgers and salads; 39 West St.; 919-542-2432; pittsbororoadhouse.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 S&T Soda Shoppe Soda fountain, American fare. 85 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-0007; sandtsodashoppe.com

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

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

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Hot Tin Roof Games and specialty cocktails.

115 W. Margaret Ln.; 919-296-9113; hottinroofbar.com

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

HILLSBOROUGH Antonia’s Italian cuisine. 101 N. Churton St.; 919-643-7722; antoniashillsborough.com Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 122 S. Churton St.; 919-732-8662; bandidoscafe.com The Colorado Burrito Mexican grill with burritos, taco salads, chimichangas and other traditional fare. 116 Daniel Boone St.; 919-245-3335 El Restaurante Ixtapa Authentic from-scratch Mexican dishes. Try the handmade tortillas and the guac. 162 Exchange Park Lane; 919-6446944; ixtapa.homestead.com/homepage.html

Jay’s Chicken Shack Chicken, buffalo wings, breakfast biscuits. 646 N. Churton St.; 919-732-3591; jayschickenshack.com Kimchi Yay! Korean dishes featuring kimchi jjigae, japchae and buchimgae. Sidewalk, 110 S. Churton St.; 919-732-6261; kimchiyay.com 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 Mystery Brewing Public House A rotating seasonal menu and local beers. 230 S. Nash St.; 919-245-1325; mysterybrewing.com Panciuto Southern Italian cuisine. 110 S. Churton St.; 919-732-6261; panciuto.com

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

Saratoga Grill New England-style cuisine; 108 S. Churton St.; 919-732-2214; saratogagrill.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 Village Diner Southern diner, buffet.

600 W. King St.; 919-245-8915 Weaver Street Market Hot bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 228 S. Churton St.; 919-2455050; weaverstreetmarket.coop Whit’s Frozen Custard Ice cream and frozen treats. 240 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8123; whitscustard.com Wooden Nickel Pub Pub fare. 113 N. Churton St.; 919-643-2223; thewnp.com

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ALSO CHECK OUT THESE 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

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 macand-cheese. 1116 Broad St.; 919-294-8128; deeluxechicken.com

Duck Donuts Warm, made-to-order doughnuts and coffee. 5320 McFarland Road, Ste. 140; 919-973-1305; duckdonuts.com

Clouds Brewing American favorites with a German flair. 905 W. Main St., Ste. 22; 919-251-8096; cloudsbrewing.com

Fairview Dining Room Washington Duke Inn’s AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant.

3001 Cameron Blvd.; 919-493-6699; washingtondukeinn.com

COPA Cuban-inspired tapas and cocktails restaurant. 107 W. Main St.; 919-973-0111; copadurham.com Cure Delicatessen and Cafe Chef-driven breakfast and lunch eatery. 245 N.C. 54, Ste. 105; 919-797-0355; curedelinc.com

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Denny’s Diner fare. 7021 N.C. 751, Ste. 901; 919-908-1006; dennys.com

Burger Bach Signature New Zealand grassfed burgers and fresh-cut fries. 737 Ninth St., Ste. 220; 919-973-4416; burgerbach.com

Cucciolo Osteria Italian fare. 601 W. Main St.; 984-243-8744; cucciolodurham.com

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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

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

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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.,

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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, seam vegetarian and glutenfree offerings. Large bar serving 22 rotating craft beers, bourbon, cocktails and wine.

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5311 S. Miami Blvd.; 919-941-6380; societainfo.com The Blue Note Grill Fantastic barbecue, ribs and live music. 709 Washington St.; 919-401-1979; thebluenotegrill.com The Boot Italian-American restaurant serving sandwiches, pastas and traditional Italian entrees. 2501 University Dr.; 919-294-8383; thebootdurham.com

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After college, Chapel Hill native Terra Claire Ecker joined a volleyball league to stay active. Right before playoffs, she walked into the gym and immediately noticed Jordan VanBeek, the referee. To play fair, she promised she wouldn’t introduce herself to him unless they won. After they beat the other team, she built up the courage to talk to him. Little did she know, Jordan went home that night and told his roommates about her. They met at Top of the Hill’s Back Bar for their first date, and the rest was history.

After closing on a home in November 2017, Jordan told Terra he wanted to bring their dog, Rocky, over to check it out and get his approval. Before they walked in, Jordan proposed, saying he wanted to go inside as a family. After a “yes,” she was surprised by family, friends

and Champagne awaiting her inside. To top it off, Jordan had a video featuring both of their extended families and UNC men’s basketball player Theo Pinson offering their congratulations.

The couple will tie the knot in May 2019 in Pinehurst. CHM

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Chapel Hill High School graduate Rachel Weaver met her

husband, Apex native Erik Kellomäki, while at UNC. They connected through a mutual friend at a dinner with her hallmates freshman year and began dating on the last day of classes that year.

It was during their last week on campus before graduation when Rachel wanted to go on a walk to relax. Erik suggested they go to one of their favorite spots, Merritt’s Pasture. They got caught in the rain, but after it passed, they made it to the top of a hill in the middle of the field where Erik got down on one knee and popped the question. Rachel is hard to surprise, but this definitely surprised her! They celebrated with friends at Spanky’s later that evening.

With the help of their parents, Paul and Laura Weaver and Hannu and Jeanne Kellomäki, the two said “I do,” at Trinity United Methodist Church in Savannah on September 23, 2017.

They wrote letters to each other before the ceremony rather than having a first look, which made her walk down the aisle much sweeter.

Rachel recalls her favorite moment as “standing on the balcony of our reception venue at sunset, just Erik and I, taking in the fact that we were finally married!” She had also included succulents in her bouquet and was able to propagate some of their leaves. Now she has new plants that are a constant reminder of her wedding day.

Rachel is a physician assistant student while Erik is an Infantry Officer in the Army, stationed near Savannah. CHM

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UNC grads Kelly Mooneyham and Mark Haywood met in fall of 2010 through Cru and The Summit Church, taking many lunch trips to Bojangles. They were friends for several years before they realized that there was something more between them. In 2014, they both found themselves in East Asia for different reasons, and Mark admitted his feelings for Kelly, beginning a brief long-distance relationship. They took a break in 2015, but after a chance encounter, they reconnected for good two years later.

In December 2017, the couple was on a snowy vacation in New York City when Mark led Kelly to Central Park. He asked her to be his forever, and she happily accepted.

On July 22, 2018, the guys played pingpong and watched the Open Championship while the ladies enjoyed Chick-fil-A during hair and makeup. Omar King from The Summit Church officiated at Waypoint Church in front of parents Scott and Lisa Mooneyham, Hope Haywood and the wedding party featuring local friends.

At the reception, guests celebrated at the Durham Armory with music from the Emerald Empire Band. “We wanted to really get the party going, so we choreographed an entrance to the tune of “The Greatest Show,” complete with confetti cannons, ribbon twirlers, dancers and acrobats,” the couple says. They had their first dance to “You Are The Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne before fading into the wobble whereupon the bride’s father and groom’s mother put on sunglasses and engaged in the fun.

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When Luca Tomasi, a Chapel Hill native, asked his classmate, Rachel Dunn, out on a date during a school day at Durham Academy their junior year, they might not have guessed their relationship would blossom over ten years together. After spending their college years apart – Luca at Duke and Rachel at William & Mary – and then their early careers in different cities, they reunited in Philadelphia, where they lived with their puppy, Peyton.

The couple was traveling in Seville, Spain, this past winter, when Luca proposed to Rachel on the rooftop of a beautiful old hotel with a great view of the Seville Cathedral. Months later, friends and family from Italy to Montana gathered on May 5, 2018, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. In attendance were Luca’s parents, Carlo and Cristina Tomasi, Rachel’s parents, Bart and Kathryn Dunn, and even Luca’s uncle, Michele Tomasi, a priest, traveled from Italy to co-officiate the wedding.

Rachel’s father made the audience both laugh and cry during his speech about her relationship with Luca at the Carolina Inn reception.

Another memorable moment was when the band played “New York, New York” by Frank Sinatra as an ode to Rachel’s late grandfather. “I still smile when I think of our band and the energy they brought to our reception,” she says. “It was his favorite song, and it brought my entire family from New York out to the dance floor.”

The couple resides in Chapel Hill with Luca attending law school at Duke and Rachel working as a marketing manager at ViiV Healthcare. CHM

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