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NYBODY ELSE HEADING INTO THE HOLIDAYS FEELING AS FRANTIC as I do? Oh, you, too? Trying to live up to the standards we see on Pinterest and commercials on top of balancing jobs, family, friends and all the other tasks that come along – like dealing with a plumbing problem in your new home – can be draining (pun intended), especially when all you want is to sit in front of a fire with a glass of red wine watching ABC Family’s “25 Days of Christmas.” But, this year, I’m taking some advice from people who know all about mental healing – find their self-care tips on page 34 – and allowing myself the time to breathe, to just be and to feel at peace while celebrating the relationships and traditions I am lucky to share with my family and friends. I’ve already found joy in connecting with the people who shared their holiday rituals with us (page 38), from hanging up the stockings to learning a new board game you’ve never played before to hosting a large dinner just for your immediate family – a wonderful way to reconnect with one another. I’m also starting a few traditions – my partner’s and my first house, plumbing issues and all, is ours to fill with good cheer. We’ll get to pick where the tree goes, find the perfect placements for our humble collection of decorations and perhaps have that glass of wine – wearing my favorite ugly Christmas sweater – while we watch a winter sunset from our sunroom. We’ll see how it all unfolds; that’s part of the beauty of it, and I’m – exhales – letting go and giving thanks.

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The Scene PictureDURM helps us showcase images curated by locals

Go. See. Do. Our top winter events

In Their Words Nasher Museum of Art’s Jessica Ruhle helps visitors with dementia recover their memories through art

Noted What we’ve heard around town …

Adopt A Pet A tale of two pups, Emmie and Reggie, from The Animal Protection Society of Durham

Deal Estate How far does your dollar go in the current housing market?

Hot Spot It’s always pie season at The Pie Hole

Taste Discover our city’s best restaurants

Local experts discuss opportunities for self-care

Sip Drinking chocolate with a side of churros at Cocoa Cinnamon

Savor Spicy sesame ramen at Rose’s

52 THE WEDDING GUIDE

Engagement & Wedding Tying the knot, Bull City-style

34 TAKE IT EASY

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Four families share how they celebrate the season

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Allie and Mark Balling share how they make their Hope Valley home merry and bright

Design trends to steal from this year’s Parade of Homes

Jenna Parks of Southern Bride & Groom provides a month-by-month timeline to get you to your big day

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Don’t be a Scrooge! Get in the holiday spirit with the Ira David Wood III’s comedic twist on the Christmas classic, back again at the Durham Performing Arts Center. See why Durhamites have been returning year after year to experience the performance for the past 43 years!

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D EC. 1 - 3 , 7 - 1 0, 13- 17 AN D 20- 22 Take the family to experience a moonlit ride to the North Pole by way of the Ellerbe Creek Railway! Skate in your socks on a synthetic ice rink, create Christmas crafts, sip on hot chocolate and transform yourself with Paint Savvy face painting at the Museum of Life + Science. Don’t miss out on making your own snow polymer with the “Science of Santa” events! 10

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ON YOUR FEET! JAN . 2- 7

Follow Emilio and Gloria Estefan’s journey from poverty in Cuba to stardom in America – and all the obstacles in between – on stage at the Durham Performing Arts Center.

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JAN . 11- 13 AN D 18- 20 Durham Independent Dance Artists (DIDA) co-founder Nicola Bullock presents a performance that explores the intersection of dreams, reality, truth and illusion. She draws on Greek mythology, Impressionist paintings and Golden-Era movies to explore social constructs of femininity, aging and desire. After living in Berlin for a year, Nicola returns to her native Durham to share this piece at the Durham Fruit & Produce Co.

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This Duke Performances program of “Ives Violin Sonatas” brings together the talents of pianist, writer and musical collaborator Denk and violinist Jackiw. They will perform the four violin sonatas of American composer Charles Ives in reverse order along with vocal quartet New York Polyphony (its members will sing the songs that appear as source materials in each of the sonatas) at Baldwin Auditorium.

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The Carolina Theatre collaborates with Duke Performances to present the sounds of Memphis from musicians William Bell, Bobby Rush and Don Bryant. This group has accumulated Grammys, a SXSW Film Festival Audience Award, multiple acclaimed albums, and hits for the likes of Tina Turner, Otis Redding and Al Green. Their excellence in soul music promises a toe-tapping good time.

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Visit Chritmases past at Duke Homestead where you can travel back in time to Christmas in the 1870s, and enjoy a candlelit tour of the historic area where Washington Duke first grew tobacco. Expect plenty of period decorations, costumed interpreters, traditional storytelling, hot cider, cookies and dancing!

Celebrate Hanukkah all day long with the Jewish Federation at the Levin Jewish Community Center. Load up on latkes and spin the dreidel with your kids! Expect interactive games, dancing, crafts and community celebration.

LEFT PAGE: (clockwise from top right) ON YOUR FEET! photo by Matthew Murphy; IMAGO photo courtesy of Jacqui Aylward; Santa Train photo courtesy Museum of Life and Science

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Join the African American Dance Ensemble to celebrate Kwanzaa and the life of KwanzaaFest Founder Dr. Charles “Chuck” R. Davis at the Walltown Recreation Center. The festival takes place on the seventh day of Kwanzaa, which is dedicated to Imani, or faith. Enjoy performances from locals, like Greater Destiny Mime, and visiting talent including Denbaya Dance Company, and Ezibu Mutu African Dance and Cultural Foundation.

RIGHT PAGE: (clockwise from top left) Take Me to the River photo courtesy of Duke Performances; Jeremy Denk & Stefan Jackiw photos courtesy of Duke Performances

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“Ebenezer Scrooge is celebrated as one of literature’s most selfish and stingy people. But he really happens to be one of the most unselfish characters I’ve ever known, and he’s certainly given me more gifts over the past 43 years than I could possibly count. I look forward to meeting him again each year and seeing how he’s changed since the last time we were together. I believe that those who come back each year to see the show feel very much the same way. The production has been a blessing to my life in more ways than I could possibly describe. It was a warm and nurturing home for my two grown children and is now a special place of wonderment for my five-year-old son who refers to me as “Daddy Humbug” when rehearsals begin anew each year. The show introduced me to my amazing wife who continues to be such an incredible blessing to my life. It also allows me, each year, to once again grow close to my father who passed away when I was only twelve. His once distinct features and reassuring voice have become a bit blurred with the passing of time. Our production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL brings him back into grateful focus for me. When Bob Cratchit sings the Christmas Lullaby to Tiny Tim, I sit some distance away in the dark. It’s such a bittersweet moment for me. There’s no acting involved, only feeling the moment. The words Bob Cratchit sings are the words I never got to hear … words that at least I can give to every parent and child in our audience … a reminder of one of our most priceless gifts … our time on this earth, our chance to make a difference, to draw our loved ones closer, to celebrate the moment, to become a better person than we were. That message hit home for me six years ago when I underwent heart surgery. Like Scrooge, I was given a second chance, and every day since has been a blessing and a celebration! That year, I was allowed to sit in the audience and watch my oldest son, Ira David Wood IV, step into the role. That too was an indescribable blessing. I suppose we all would like to think that we’ll leave something worthwhile behind when our time in this world is over … that we’ve managed to do the best we could with the time and talent God gave us. Watching my son take over my role was that moment for me … and filled my heart to overflowing with a sense of humbleness and pride. Last year, a lady called the theatre to ask when tickets to the show would be going on sale. When she was given the information, she also asked, “The man who plays Scrooge … Ira David Wood … is he still alive?” All of us had a huge laugh about it, but it also caused me to think as I drove home that day. In our production, the Ghost of Christmas Present tells Scrooge, “The thing is to do the most you can with the time you have left on this earth to make a difference.” Scrooge took that lesson to heart and got about the business of changing himself. In doing so, he touched and changed the lives of everyone around him. In fact, he became a wonderful example to us all. It wasn’t too late for him and it’s not too late for me ... or you, for that matter. Those of us in the production want to play it forward ... to pass the gift of love and laughter along to those who’ve come to share their time with us. We all benefit from those few hours together and we hope the joy of Christmas will take on an even deeper meaning. So, thank you, Ebenezer Scrooge - the most unselfish person and greatest mentor I’ve ever known. I can’t wait to see you again this year! We’ve still got some work to do!”

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Jessica Ruhle (right) leads a discussion with visitors during a Reflections tour.

Personal Reflections BY JESSICA RUH LE

ROM A YOUNG AGE, I KNEW my grandparents loved the arts. I remember attending theater and orchestra performances with them in our small Florida town. I remember my grandfather enrolling in a world art and architecture course at the local community college. I remember my grandmother leading my fifth-grade class visit to the art museum as a docent. And I remember when my grandfather stopped remembering. When my grandfather began showing signs of dementia, my grandmother took on the role of primary care partner. More and more, they felt they could not enjoy experiences they enjoyed together for 14

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Jessica Ruhle is director of education and public programs at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University. She may be reached at jessica.ruhle@duke.edu.

decades. The orchestras, theaters, dance halls and art museums that brought them so much joy did not feel welcoming at a time when they needed to feel close to each other and also connect with the outside world. This experience is by no means limited to my family. The dementia statistics are staggering. More than five million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease. That number will triple by the year 2050. At the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, Reflections is a rare program for visitors with Alzheimer’s and their care partners. It’s not a typical gallery tour. Visitors connect with one another and have meaningful conversations because of the art they experience.

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Art is a powerful tool for people with dementia because the art is right in front of them, right there in the moment. A successful conversation does not require remembering or calling up past knowledge. Instead, visitors simply relate to the art they see. Everybody on the tour lives with dementia, so it’s a safe and nonjudgmental place for forgotten words, extended pauses, repeated thoughts. The experience revolves around the people. It’s unrushed, full of encouragement.

The care partners and visitors with memory loss can relax and enjoy their time together. Care partners are often amazed at the quality of the discussions that come out of a Reflections tour. Family members report that a visitor who is uncommunicative and withdrawn at home becomes talkative on a tour. On one Nasher tour, Edwin, a visitor with dementia, looked at a seascape painting and shared memories of years spent sailing. He grew up on the water and was an expert sailor.

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Edwin confidently explained the how the boat in the painting would have been tossed about on swelling seas, crashing waves and churning water. His daughter listened to him, visibly proud of her father’s knowledge, and enjoyed the chance to witness him acting like himself again. Many of our tours include playful, exploratory experiences of making art. Visitors can express themselves and even discover new interests. One care partner recognized her husband Harold’s joy in making art on a Reflections tour and later enrolled him in watercolor classes. He combined his love for birds with his new pursuit of painting; the Chatham Community Library in Pittsboro exhibited his bird paintings, celebrating him with an opening reception. Like art, music can connect people with their deepest memories, despite their dementia. Scientific research shows that music is an effective tool for working with people with memory loss. Music is part of many of the Reflections tours. Local musicians perform in the galleries and connect their songs directly to the theme of the tour, as well as the art on display. On these days, music draws other visitors – and museum staff! – into the gallery to dance or sing along. I love the story of Charles. Charles took part in a Reflections tour during the museum’s

L E AR N MO R E Reflections tours for individuals with early-stage dementia and a care partner are available on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Tours are 60 minutes long and start at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tours for organized support groups and assisted living organizations are available on the third Tuesday of each month. Tours range from 60-90 minutes long and also start at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Reservations are required. To learn more, or register for a tour, email reflections@duke.edu. More information about the Reflections program is available at nasher.duke.edu/reflections.

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Joan Miró exhibition. We community at a time when brought in Raleigh-based people feel overlooked flamenco guitar player Ed or diminished by their Stephenson to complement diagnoses. the Spanish art. When the As with my grandparents, group first saw the musician, a dementia diagnosis may Charles mentioned that quickly restrict a person’s he played drums as a independence and social young man. The musician circle. For both patients had a drum with him and and care partners, the invited Charles to play. He world seems to shrink accompanied the guitarist as they shuttle between and, after the tour, Charles’s home and doctors’ offices. wife told us that she had not To counterbalance that known about his earlier life isolation, museum visits as a musician; this was the allow people to remember second marriage for both things they used to love, of them and Charles had or even explore a new Jessica Ruhle with her extended family, including her grandparents, never mentioned playing environment. A shared Gerrye and Jack West. drums. It’s unexpected lunch in the café furthers this when art and music allow feeling of community and visitors to reveal more of themselves to those they love. Too often, we allows care partners a chance to connect and support one another. assume people with memory loss can’t grow. Museum spaces, and cultural institutions more broadly, need to serve The joy on these tours is palpable. The museum staff and visitors build our full community. My grandparents deserved this engagement, and the real relationships. The Nasher offers a normalizing experience and a safe Nasher Museum believes yours do, too.

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The 43rd annual CenterFest Arts Festival, presented by the Durham Arts Council, brought crowds of people to downtown for a beautiful weekend celebrating our creative community. Children took rides on a miniature train and snapped pictures with Wool E. Bull. Other attendees walked among the multiple tents and stages showcasing artists, craftsmen, music and entertainment, and had the opportunity to enjoy various dishes, drinks and activities from vendors.

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AND THE AWARD GOES TO …

its square footage by expanding into the former

among the recipients

South, located at 764 Ninth St., nearly doubled

Two Durhamites are

George’s Java space next door. George’s Java

of the North Carolina Award, the state’s

closed in July.

highest civilian honor:

Sprouts Farmers Market, a Phoenix-based

architect Phil Freelon,

grocery chain, has signed a lease at the

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Homestead Market shopping center in south Durham on N.C. 54 in the location formerly

Brier Creek Parkway is now open in M/I Homes’

occupied by Harris Teeter. This will be Sprouts’

second Triangle location. The other is on Falls of

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New collegiate jewelry company Kyle Cavan, founded by Duke

University grad Kyle

Garcia, has created a line of jewelry inspired by

the gothic architecture of Duke.

Dress for Success Triangle N.C. is moving from its lower-level office location inside Northgate Mall to the Shops at Northgate, 1720 Guess

Rd., Ste. 14. It is consolidating its administrative office, client wardrobe boutique and training

space into a street-level location with a goal of

serving over 800 women in the Durham area this year.

Loretta Lynch, who is from Durham.

development, connecting Raleigh and Durham.

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The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities has awarded N.C. Central

October.

research center that will elevate the university’s

Hillsborough Rd. in Old West Durham in

University a $16.3 million grant for a new health disparities research program.

BOOKIN’ IT

Durham’s Self-Help Credit Union is the subject

Painter Gemynii won

Credit Union Turned Small-Time Loans into Big-

63rd Annual Juried

of a new book, “Lending Power: How Self-Help

the Durham Art Guild’s

Time Change” by Howard E. Covington Jr.

Exhibit with her painting “Ngwea Ua.”

Durham-based nonprofit Carolina Wren Press

Durham Technical

has acquired the list of books largely based on

Community College’s

travel, history and culture in the American South

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from Winston-Salem publisher John F. Blair. It will launch its combined list on Jan. 1 under a new

anniversary this year. The professional

in-your-home dog

walking and vacation pet care business is

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Technology Program

was ranked No. 1 in the

nation by the National Association of Dental Local author Judith

Laboratories and the National Board for

in Treyburn, launched

based on its performance on the Recognized

Draughon, who lives

Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology

her new book, “Lean

Graduate Examination.

of the most important

Durham Parks & Recreation received the

improve your health and

Recreation and Park Association during a special

Country Club in

in New Orleans in September.

Body, Smart Life” with 12 “fixes” you can make to

National Partnership Award from the National

weight at the Croasdaile

reception at the 2017 NRPA Annual Conference

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and Culture, and former U.S. Attorney General

Inhabit Real Estate opened its offices at 2814

celebrates its 10th

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to Andrews Chapel Road within the housing

publisher name, Blair.

Group and the architect

Smithsonian Museum of African American History

Lucy’s Pet Care

founder of The Freelon

luxury community of Andrews Chapel. The

parkway extends from TW Alexander Road

Neuse Road in Raleigh.

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noted

Durham residents Travis Mulhauser and Trace

Ramsey are among 19 artists selected for the 2017-18 North Carolina Arts Council Artist

Fellowship Award, which comes with $10,000 to

support creative development and the creation of new work.

Immaculata Catholic School Principal Dana

Corcoran was named Honor Administrator by the North Carolina Music Educators Association for her dedication to the arts in education.

Durham-based Perkins+Will designers Jessica Braverman, Sarah Dickerson and Jayne Kim

tied for first place in a company-wide competition

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Circle Graphics has donated more than 150

for residents in nursing homes through the

of Durham & Wake Counties since spring

local Home Instead Senior Care office. Find

children’s hospital patients and their families,

Drug and Optical, 5108 Roxboro Rd.; C&H

stressful time.

Spread joy this holiday season by buying a gift

coloring canvases to Ronald McDonald House

Be a Santa to a Senior program, set up by our

2016. The canvases provide a creative outlet for

paper ornaments with gift requests at Upchurch

allowing them to find some peace during a

Cafeteria, 1720 Guess Rd.; and Berkshire

Hathaway-York Simpson Underwood Realty, 921 Morreene Rd. Buy the requested gift and

return it to the store with the ornament attached by December 15. Community volunteers and

program partners will wrap and deliver the gifts to local seniors in time for the holidays.

to redesign the Home Security Life Insurance Building, located on West Chapel Hill Street.

They competed with 68 other Perkins+Will teams

and tied with a group from Chicago. Both winning

Durham Police Chief Cerelyn “C.J.” Davis

economically diverse residential, commercial and

Carolina police chiefs who appeared on “Megyn

designs would transform the 4.4-acre site into an

(pictured far right) was among a group of North

community hub.

Kelly Today” in September to talk about the realities of being African-American women

in law enforcement leadership. On the show,

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Kelly announced that Bank of America donated

Durham Academy senior Alexander Brandt

$20,000 to the North Carolina Law Enforcement

nationwide nonprofit that teaches sports to kids

create a scholarship for female law enforcement

launched a Durham branch of ACEing Autism, a

Women’s Association, which will use the money to

with autism, in the fall and hopes to hold another

officers in the chiefs’ honor.

nearly $3,000, the clinics are offered for free. This

Durham’s Partnership for Children hosts its

clinic at DA in spring. Thanks to donations totaling PHOTO COURTESY OF PERKINS+WILL

is the third North Carolina branch.

12th Annual Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive through Dec. 31. Customers at Barnes & Noble

Condé Nast Traveler named Durham’s 21c

at The Streets at Southpoint can purchase books

Museum Hotel the No. 22 Top Hotel in the

to benefit Durham County children.

South in its 30th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Rankings are based on the quality of rooms,

The Hill Center,

design.

works with students

service, food and dining, location and overall

a nonprofit that

who have learning differences,

announced a collaboration with

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five high-need Google Fiber donated Chromebooks and

T-Mobile hotspots with two years of free service to Maureen Joy Charter School, giving each of the school’s 150 seventh- and eighth-grade students

access to a computer and internet both at school and at home.

partner schools

at a benefit at the downtown condo of Charles

Witzleben (pictured above with Allison McClay) in late September. The East Durham Learning Collaborative will work with the east Durham schools to help close literacy gaps.

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The East Durham Children’s Initiative (EDCI)’s

The Emily Krzyzewski Center, a nonprofit

Central Park School for Children held a Hispanic

school program that empowers east Durham

directors Jane Dimmig, a longtime supporter

Month. Students, teachers and community

Youth Leadership Council, a weekly after-

elementary and middle school students to improve their own health and community via youth-led solutions to neighborhood health challenges, will add 120 young people to its roster over the next two years, thanks to a

college access hub, added to its board of and community volunteer; Genevia Gee

Fulbright, president and COO of Fulbright & Fulbright, CPA, PA; and David P. King, chair and CEO of LabCorp.

$600,000 grant from Glaxosmithkline.

N.C. Central University appointed Eun “E.K.”

ON THE MOVE

and sponsored programs. He previously served

After 40 years, The Regulator Bookshop coowners Tom Campbell and John Valentine

announced they will retire on March 1, 2018, leaving the bookshop in the hands of two long-

time employees, Wander Lorentz de Haas and Elliot Berger.

William “Ben” Rose was named the new

director of the Durham County Department of Social Services. He was previously the human services director for Cabarrus County.

Pascal Mubenga is the new superintendent

Heritage Fiesta in honor of Hispanic Heritage

members joined in Spanish songs, cheered on a student parade of Hispanic art, listened to a student’s grandfather play a Venezuelan harp and clapped their hands as Latino classmates performed with Takiri Folclor Latino dancers.

Park as associate provost and dean of research as special assistant to the vice president for

research and the graduate college at Kennesaw State University. Durham Tech’s Board of Trustees elected

John F. Burness, retired senior vice president for public affairs and government relations

at Duke University, as its chair. Tara Fikes,

retired former director of the Orange County department of housing, human rights and community development and adjunct instructor at the UNC School of Government, was elected vice chair.

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of Durham Public

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Duke University recently opened its new

was previously

Conference on Civil and Human Rights and

superintendent of

former head of the U.S. Department of Justice’s

Paine Architects. Strategically situated between

Franklin County

Civil Rights Department, delivered the keynote

Schools. He

Schools. Jordan Stephens was named the new general manager at 21c Museum Hotel and Emily

Cotterman was named director of sales and marketing.

Vanita Gupta, president of the Leadership

address at the Southern Coalition for Social Justice’s 10th anniversary celebration in

October. North Carolina activist Bree Newsome and actress and singer Carly Jones performed.

Student Wellness Center, designed by Duda | athletics, student services and residential

complexes, the building abuts Duke historic forests and a primary campus circulation path.

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Proceeds supported the coalition’s voting rights and criminal justice reform work.

Dr. Johnson O. Akinleye

(center), the 12th chancellor of North Carolina Central

University, was honored at

a community celebration on campus in late September.

Craven Allen Gallery hosts an exhibition of John

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EFORE YOU CONTINUE, TAKE A DEEP BREATH.

Now take another one. How do you feel? It’s a question most of us ask as the New Year approaches. How are you doing? What could make your life better? We’re not alone in this exercise, and fortunately, we don’t have to be without assistance; Durham is chock-full of professionals who can help you rejuvenate, whether that’s a quick tap of the reset button or a big change. We asked five experts in a range of fields for their best self-care advice for people with small, intermediate and larger, long-term goals. While their answers reflect their particular fields, two common threads emerge: the willingness to set aside time and the benefits of mindfulness.

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Overwhelmingly, the No. 1 practice that our experts mention for simple, quick (and free!) self-care is meditation and breathing. “We are in such a blaming, judging society,” says Dr. Philip Barr, lead physician at Duke Integrative Medicine, which combines traditional primary care with therapies including nutrition, acupuncture, psychotherapy, yoga and massage. “When that extends to blaming and judging ourselves, the resultant negative self-talk can seriously drive

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adverse self-care habits. When I explain this to patients and encourage them to take time for self-forgiveness, it seems to really help them relax and get to a core state of healing ... from which meditation can be more rebalancing, relationships take on new life, making healthy choices improves and physical symptoms even start improving.” Beyond that, Jenni Grover, director of nutrition at Lifestyle Medical Center, says, “The central principle is to put aside a specific, non-negotiable amount of your life to look after you and your own needs first. [Create] space in your life for activities that are directly focused on you.” That protected time could be used for exercise or minding your diet, which can provide a measure of stress relief. “By eating … vegetables, fruits, nuts and whole grains,” Jenni says, “you can help your body to regulate hormones, relax your muscles and maintain your energy levels.” While it may seem like nothing really, penciling in time for yourself can be the “quick start” you need to begin making a positive change. It can be as simple as setting an alert on your phone so that three times a day, when it dings, you take a minute to breathe, relax, stretch. On a hectic day, use the minute to get some distance from the craziness. If it’s going well, Meg Poe, an integrative health coach and wellness consultant, encourages you to use the time to “truly savor the moment.” She admits that setting a reminder for herself was “awkward” at first, but “the power of pausing, breathing and noticing is invaluable.” If time isn’t a big stressor for you, perhaps space is. Coats, paperwork, toys everywhere? According to Katrina Holley, founder of home cleaning and organizing company My Helpful Friend, “visual clutter is stressful because it overstimulates, hinders and prevents us from being efficient in our personal and professional 36

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When helpful tips and tricks aren’t quite enough to make the changes you’d like, it may be time to consider enlisting a professional. Bull City Psychotherapy’s Dr. Sophia Caudle says that an effective therapist can not only help you identify underlying issues and prioritize what needs tending to, but can also help create “a list of strengths [you have],” which is “an empowering exercise to help [clients] feel confident, capable and safe.” This emphasis on strengths and giving clients hope is echoed by all of the professionals interviewed. The focus seems much more on illuminating a path rather than pointing a finger at what’s wrong. Kim Turk is a massage therapist at Duke Integrative Medicine. She says, “I hear everyday statements such as, ‘Oh, I thought I would have to live with that pain … forever. I was told nothing more could be done.’ The best thing I can do for my clients is to give them hope that someone deeply cares and will work hard with them, their doctor, personal trainer, psychologist, hospice coordinator [and/or] family, to ease their pain in some way.” Sophia notes that when things begin to improve, “people begin to feel a little better, natural motivation and momentum can take over, and positive change creates further positive change.”

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If anyone around Durham knows about big changes, it’s Dr. Jim Dykes. A graduate of Duke’s School of Medicine, he managed

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the inevitable stresses of being a physician with daily practices that included meditation, tai chi in Sarah P. Duke Gardens, and even afternoon siestas when possible. About 20 years ago, in his late 40s, Jim bought a share of Potluck Community Farm in Person County and began a shift to another lifelong interest: farming. “Now I live and work on the farm,” he says, “and seldom get in a car. I was also able to buy 108 acres next to Potluck Farm that I call the ‘Hundred Acre Wood.’” As he describes the transition to retirement, it’s clear that the path from doctor to farmer enabled Jim to do what he’d always

been doing: re-energizing himself in nature, taking the time to take care of himself and finding his own pace. Not all of us need (or want!) to retire to a rural farm. But it’s nice to know that for whatever we would want to make better, there are others ready to help out. And the cliché that the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step is true. Even the most radical shift starts with finding a center, a place to begin. Kim sums up the advice of so many of our local professionals: “If we can take the crazy world pace most of us have accepted, bring it down a notch, and take real care of ourselves and the people around us, it will all work out.” december/january 2018

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ith seven children and six grandkids, no two Christmases are the same for Cristy and Gary Burchill. The couple lives in a 1929 colonial in Hope Valley, which they moved to in February 2015 from Massachusetts. This will be only their second Christmas in the home, as the couple spent the holiday that year in Hawaii. Cristy and Gary have been married for fiveand-a-half years, and their adult children from previous relationships are scattered far and wide. Cristy has three kids: Catie Pechiney of Chicago, Liz Pechiney of Columbus, Ohio and Jeff Pechiney and his wife, Carina, of Houston. Of Gary’s four children and their partners, Lauren and Brian Liebednik live in Westpoint, New York; Matthew Burchill is in New York City; and the closest of the children, Mark and Lily Burchill, and Mary and Andrew Ifalice, live in Washington D.C. Between the two of them, Cristy and Gary have six grandkids: Cole, 11; Alex, 9; Tristan, 8; Zachary, 5; Ryan, 2; and Julian, who was born in October. In a blended family with a lot of distance between them, the collection of people around the Burchills’ Christmas Day dinner table is always a little different. This year, three of Gary’s kids will be in town with their families.

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No matter who attends, Gary says Christmas dinner is always his favorite part of the day. “In my family, that was the time, when the meal was done, you still stayed at the table and you tell stories,” he says. “It’s always been a really special part of the day. More so now that the kids are grown.” The meal incorporates traditions from Gary’s childhood in Europe with a British mother. Dinner is a traditional British spread of standing rib roast, yorkshire pudding, green beans or Brussels sprouts and a trifle as one of the desserts. Cristy brings her own traditions to the table – including serving eggnog with brandy and peppermint stick ice cream with chocolate syrup for dessert. She also wraps a small gift for each person and puts it at their place setting.

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ornament every Christmas,” Cristy says. “There’s one, it’s a gold heart, I put it at the very top of the tree in the middle to remember her.” Cristy started an ornament tradition of her own with her 2-year-old grandson, Ryan. Each year, she buys two of the same ornament, gives him one and puts the other on her tree. The grandchildren have their very own tree in the Burchill home. In a paneled room sits a live tree decorated with nutcrackers. While smaller than the tree in the sunroom, this is the one the family gathers around on Christmas morning. “Stockings are opened first, and then we gather and divvy up presents and hopefully open them one at a time so we can see what everybody gets,” Cristy says. The stockings have a British twist, too – they include tangerines. And just like it was in Gary’s childhood, they’re the only things the kids can open before their parents wake up. “You can get to your stockings, but don’t touch anything else until everyone is in the living room,” Gary says.

Gary, a software entrepreneur, is a Duke University grad and avid Blue Devils basketball fan who remains close with his The Entertainment Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity brothers. When she worked as a teacher in Though he still runs a company in Ohio, Cristy hosted her school’s Massachusetts, the couple chose to spend Christmas party or held a holiday their retirement years in the Bull City. open house each year. In an effort to Cristy, a retired middle school teacher, get to know her Durham neighbors, says of moving to Durham that she never she restarted the tradition last year, imagined living in a historic colonial, but hosting an open house for others in now she loves it. the Hope Valley community. While she’s still working out her Since she and Gary didn’t know holiday decorating plan, one thing many people, Cristy spread the word that will definitely be included is her by sending emails to the women of A Burchill tradition is to enjoy a digestif and cookies after Christmas dinner. collection of more than 50 Santa Clauses. the Hope Valley Country Club and “One of my high school friends had and putting invitations in neighbors’ a store in Springfield, Ohio, years and mailboxes. It worked. To Cristy’s years ago,” she says. “She had Santa Clauses that are probably 18 delight, about 65 people showed up. inches tall. I got hooked on buying those.” Her collection now includes “We met some of our neighbors and started having them over,” Saint Nicks of various sizes, materials and themes. “One looks like he Cristy says. “We’ve gotten to know a lot more people, so it will be [should be placed] in the kitchen. One is like a cowboy Santa,” Cristy different this year.” says. “They all tell a story. I really enjoy all of them. Trying to figure out What future Christmases hold for the Burchills is anyone’s guess. “I which room I can showcase them in has been fun.” think it will continue to change,” Cristy says. Other decorations are sentimental, like a collection of needlepoint Gary says he’s pleased with how he and Cristy have been able to crafts from her late maternal grandmother, whom she affectionately make Christmas in Durham their own. “What I appreciate is our called Mommie. ability to bring our old traditions to a new location and have it work In the sunroom, a tree displays years of ornaments given to Cristy by really well, both with respect to the time we spend with our family and her mother, who passed away in 2014. “My mom used to give me an to the traditions we carry on.” – Holly West

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Lights, Love and a Lotta Latkes

he holiday season has always held a special place in Diana and Ari Medoff’s relationship. The couple first met at a Jewish summer camp in Maine when they were 10 years old. “It lasted two, maybe three weeks,” Diana laughs. “We’re not sure who broke up with who.” They reconnected in January 2005, just after the holidays, when Ari threw a camp reunion at his New York City apartment. Soon, they were inseparable; they were engaged by the following holiday season, and married New Year’s Eve, 2006. Ari, a North Carolina native and graduate of Duke University, and Diana, then an elementary school teacher, moved to Durham in 2012. Ari is now the owner and CEO of Nurse Care North Carolina, an in-home care and health care staffing organization with locations in Durham, Raleigh, Greensboro and Greenville. Diana looks after children Shai, 6, Juliet, 4, and Asher, 1, at the family’s home in Duke Forest. “Between moving to Durham and having kids, I think those things have made us even more interested in our faith,” Ari says. In the days leading up to Hanukkah, which this year begins on December 12, the family decorates the house with streamers, menorahs (several handmade by the children) and dreidels, and Diana even prepares a playlist of traditional songs. They enjoy plenty of delicious food as well. For Ari, here holding Asher next to Diana as Juliet and Shai play, the time spent together as a family is truly the biggest gift. “I hope these are the memories the kids The story of Hanukkah celebrates the Maccabees keep with them,” he says. gaining religious freedom from the ancient Greeks, and the liberation and dedication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. Though there was only enough oil after the year, the family plans to volunteer with Book Harvest. Night No. 4 is revolt to keep the temple lantern burning for one night, it remained Grandparents Night; Ari’s family is in Greensboro, and Diana’s is in lit through eight nights. Maryland, so this night can mean visiting in person or connecting via So, foods fried in oil, like jelly doughnuts (Monuts is a favorite for video chat. Next is game night. “We’ll find a game that is brand new to the Medoffs) and potato latkes are menu mainstays during the holiday, all of us, and learn to play it together,” Ari says. One of Diana’s favorite and each night has taken on its own special significance for the family. nights includes decorating dreidel-shaped cookies and sharing gold- and Hanukkah is not traditionally about material possessions, but the silver-wrapped chocolate coins, called gelt. On night No. 7, the kids Medoffs like to give each of their children one special present on the receive new pajamas, and the final night is spent watching a movie. very first night. On the second night, the children receive a new book “Many of these nights are designed around spending time as a and the family reads together. For night No. 3, Tzedakah/Charity family,” Diana says. “The kids get to pick the movie, put on their new night, the Medoffs spend time volunteering with a local cause. This pajamas, and we just enjoy it together.” – Morgan Cartier Weston 40

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“My favorite Kwanzaa decorations are the corn, because it y favorite part of Kwanzaa,” Akin Mason-Hogans, represents the children in the household (my brother and I), and the 17, says, “is simply the celebration of Africanunity cup, because it gives us each an opportunity to share thoughts American culture. As a people, African-Americans when we pass it around,” Akanke says. have an incredibly tragic history, from slavery to segregation to “We also have anonymous gifts on the table for folks who might contemporary problems we face today. Kwanzaa, however, celebrates drop by,” Danita adds, “or presents that we have collected for people the positive things in the community; things such as our creativity, in the community who might not have as much this holiday season.” perseverance and unity. To be able to be around the people you love, to Those gifts might come from shops like African Land in the Lakewood celebrate your culture and heritage, is truly a wonderful thing.” Shopping Center and Exotique downtown. Akin’s parents, Danita Mason-Hogans of the Center for “On the last night, [for the Karamu feast], we try to make sure that Documentary Studies at Duke University and Dr. Cory Hogans of Little River K-8 School, started celebrating the week-long holiday between Christmas and New Year’s as students at North Carolina A&T State University in the late 1980s and early 1990s. “We were definitely a part of the Afrocentric movement,” Danita says. “We started studying about Africa and our relationship to Africa. The principles [of Kwanzaa] are the most important thing for us. We thought they were good principles to always reconnect and come back to.” Each day of Kwanzaa, Danita, Cory, Akin and his sister, Akanke Mason-Hogans, 16, reflect on one of the seven principles of the holiday: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity) and Imani (faith). “On the day of unity we might ask what we have done to be kind and bring unity to our friends and people around us,” Danita says. “The next day for Kujichagulia, which is selfDanita Mason-Hogans’ parents, Patricia Mason and David Mason Jr. (left) and Danita determination, we talk about an obstacle that Mason-Hogans and Cory Hogans (right), look on as Akanke and Akin (center) light the seven candles of Kwanzaa in front of a delicious feast at the Hayti Heritage Center. we have faced and how we got over that. For Ujamaa, we talk about finances and money – how important it is to invest your money.” And, as their children have grown older – both attend J.D. Clement our parents are there,” Danita says. “No Kwanzaa would be complete Early College High School – the principles of Kwanzaa have been an without my mom’s [Patricia Mason’s] macaroni and cheese.” important measuring tool in Akin and Akanke’s personal growth, Still, most days of Kwanzaa are more of an immediate family too. “Character is very, very important to us,” Danita says. “We use tradition. “That way, we are able to spend time with our extended Kwanzaa for our children as a reminder that we all need to have good family [at Christmas], and have special time for us.” The family character and contribute to the community.” does like to venture out and celebrate with the community, too, On the Kwanzaa table at the Mason-Hogans’ home in north like at KwanzaaFest and Hayti Heritage Center’s festivities. “I think Durham, you’ll find the elements like the Mkeka mat, Kinara holder, the Durham community represents a lot of the good principles of seven candles and the unity cup, but also African cloth, fruits and Kwanzaa, so it has complemented our celebration very nicely,” Danita vegetables to represent the harvest and gifts of crafts and books. says. – Laura Zolman Kirk december/january 2018

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

here’s no real vs. artificial debate in the Pippitt family when it comes to their Christmas tree. “Real all the way!” Megan exclaims. “[My husband] Chas tried to talk me into an artificial tree when we first moved here, but it’s just not Christmas without a real tree.” Most years, the family – including Bryant, 4, and Tyson, 10 months – drives up to Boone, where Megan is from, and goes to a Christmas tree farm with her family to pick out and cut down their own tree. “I did that growing up every year, so it’s nice to keep that tradition going,” Megan says. Trimming the tree is a favorite, and decorating starts the first week of December. “It is all hands on deck,” Megan says. “I love incorporating things our parents have passed down to us – the stockings we had as kids, ornaments my mother painted, holiday dishes – into our decorations. It’s nice to see pieces of our childhood on display.” When it comes to decorating the outside of their home, Megan says that living in the Grandale neighborhood in South Durham means they have their work cut out for them to keep up with the rest of the neighbors. “Grandale does a great job,” Megan “If we don’t cut one down, we buy one from the TROSA lots here in Durham says. “Bryant is expecting full effort this year from us, to help support that organization,” Megan, holding son Tyson, says as husband including lots of lights outside in the trees and on Chas and son Bryant sit in front of their tree. the porch.” The family also enjoys a number of local holiday events like the American Tobacco Campus’ Tower Lighting and the do.” This year, they are also asking Bryant to gather toys he would city’s Christmas parade. “I take my oldest, and will start taking my like to donate. “He has already started thinking about what he will youngest now, to Morgan Imports every year to pick out a special give,” Megan says. ornament for the tree,” Megan says. “We usually swing into Lilly’s The couple also hosts a party for Chas’ company, Baseball after and get some pizza.” And, of course, Chas and Megan take the Rebellion, alternating locations yearly between their house and a boys to visit Santa at The Streets at Southpoint. “Bryant is excited dinner out to restaurants like Bar Virgile and The Durham Hotel. to tell Santa everything he wants, and what he thinks his brother The Pippitts alternate which family they see every year, and so wants,” Megan says. the traditions are slightly different depending on where they are. Chas and Megan have a few traditions of their own, like their “These days tend to center around family time and being together,” “25 Days of Random Acts of Kindness.” “It’s our way to give Megan says. “The best part of the holidays is getting to experience back and bring some joy to others throughout the month,” Megan it through our kids’ eyes. They love every second of the Christmas says. “This can be a number of things … paying for someone’s gas, season, and just seeing how excited they get makes all the effort watching a neighbor’s kids. … It’s one of my favorite things we worth it!” – Amanda MacLaren 42

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A month-by-month timeline to get you to your big day

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O, YOU’RE ENGAGED! You are bursting with jubilation, love and a whirlwind of emotions as you imagine your life and future. You eagerly begin Googling wedding venues and create a “Dream Wedding” board on Pinterest. And that’s when this other, unwelcomed feeling emerges. It lingers somewhere between slightly overwhelmed and overt hysteria at the sheer magnitude of the to-dos, the confusion over conflicting etiquette messages, when to book what, and stress due to money, in-laws or timing. Well, we’re here to help ease that stress (seriously, that’s my entire business). I’ve created a timeline-meetslocal-resource guide that will hopefully serve as a cheat sheet to get started with planning. This is a 12-month scale for simplicity sake, but if you are engaged for longer than a year, please don’t take this as me advising you to let the clock tick until you’re one year out! And don’t despair if you just said yes, and you’d like to plan a celebration sooner. Just cut the timeline into the months you have (and maybe hire a planner).

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GU E ST COUNT AND BUDGET

These two go hand-in-hand as the first things you must do before you call a single vendor. Start by assessing a budget range, then identify your priority areas.

LO CK IN THE VENUE(S)

For most couples, booking your wedding ceremony and reception venue are the first major task, (unless you would like to enlist a full-service wedding planner to help you narrow down and choose venues to tour). Try to be open about dates within your desired month, or prepare for disappointment – especially if you are seeking a peak season wedding date. If you have envisioned a Duke Chapel wedding, you’d best be ready to hunker down in a tent for a few days to secure your spot. On the first of each month, the Chapel opens up wedding bookings to qualifying couples (Duke University association via employment or studentship) who seek to get married in that month on the following year. It is executed strictly on a first-come, first-served basis – thus the legendary camp-outs. Tip: Create a game plan with your beau to alternate hours. If you’re seeking a popular wedding month like April or October and you live out of town, you’d better save up some vacation days; couples often line up a week out! Durham has some of the most fantastic wedding venues in the state. For a classic Southern affair, the ultimate choice is the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club. Their new sister property, JB Duke Hotel, is ultra december/january 2018

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Start channeling your wedding vibes and enlist help. Even if you fancy yourself quite crafty, enlisting a wedding planner or wedding designer is crucial. You might save some pennies through their coordination skills, and you are guaranteed to be spared plenty of headaches. If you don’t want a full-service planner, you can look into partial planning services or month-of coordination services. There are lots of amazing wedding planners in varying styles, but two fantastic choices who are based in Durham are Grace Leisure Events and A Swanky Affair. Both are well-respected in their craft and are known for designing events that range from edgy to elegant.

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If you are a Durham bride-to-be, consider Tre Bella Bridal (pictured below) a must-visit. They elegantly balance a full-service, upscale wedding salon atmosphere with the best qualities of our city: authentic, down-toearth and delightfully distinct.

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Photographers often book a year or more out, so make sure this is the next thing on your checklist. Look for a photographer who matches your aesthetic and also has experience shooting weddings. Rocket science, right? Today, everyone with an iPhone 8 thinks they’re a professional photographer, but that ahhh-mazing photo that your fashion blogger bestie took of her living room mantle is not going to translate as wedding photography. When it comes to artistic categories, go with the artistic photography look that you and your fiance both admire. You may even find a multi-talented photographer who can incorporate some trends you are currently seeing along with some of the everlasting standards that you might see in black-andwhite film. For vibrant and artistic photos, try Richard Barlow Photography. For the light and airy style, go for Cor Photography. For a hybrid of classic film and digital photography, check out Fancy This Photography. Another hybrid photographer with a soft, fine art look is Casey Rose Photography. For sharp, documentarystyle photos, Brian Mullins is your guy. For timeless tradition and beautiful portraiture, reach out to Renee Sprink Photography. The documentation of your engagement and your day doesn’t stop here. Check out Riley MacLean Photography’s tin-types for an out-ofthe-box portrait or engagement session that will become a cherished heirloom. Videography is becoming more standard, especially with the rise of gorgeous wedding films by local pros like Twenty-One Films. And we know that photo booths are never going to go out of style. ZimZoom is super fun reception entertainment with their open air booth that becomes part of the decor. PHOTO BY FANCY THIS PHOTOGRAPHY

modern with versatile event spaces. Duke alumni and nature lovers will swoon over Sarah P. Duke Gardens – available for stand-alone ceremonies and full-scale receptions at the beautiful, onsite Doris Duke Center. For an artistic, modern vibe, try the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University or 21c Museum Hotel. For an urban warehouse vibe, there are plenty of choices such as The Cotton Room, The Rickhouse or The Cookery (the latter has just expanded with a new ballroom and outdoor patio). Another impressive venue with the exposed brick look is Bay 7 at American Tobacco Campus. This signature point of downtown has several other venues that would work for an offbeat wedding, such as the Full Frame Theater at the Power Plant or the Durham Bulls Athletic Park’s private space. Durham also has several intimate and unique wedding choices, such as The King’s Daughters Inn bed and breakfast, Parizade or The Durham Hotel.

Jenna Parks is the co-publisher of Southern Bride & Groom Magazine, the trusted guide to weddings in the Triangle that introduces local couples to the highest quality resources and N.C. wedding vendors, in a variety of styles. As a small, local business based in Durham, they have the unique privilege of getting to know and working alongside the vendors in their magazine, considering them to be personal recommendations. The businesses mentioned in this article are not exclusively SB&G vendors – rather, they are Durham focused! For a complete resource guide to Durham and Triangle weddings, as well as a blog all about local weddings and events, visit SouthernBrideAndGroom.com or follow @SouthernBrideandGroom on Instagram.

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10 Months

ASS EMB L E YO U R SQ UA D

Whew! You made a lot of hard decisions last month. Take a breather and focus on some light-hearted tasks now, like asking your nearest and dearest to be in the wedding party. Heck, maybe they’ll throw you a party! And just in case they do – please, do us all a favor, go ahead and register for gifts. Yes, you can register for a honeymoon fund but no, don’t make that your only registry. This is the South; we’re still not quite comfortable with asking for money. For the widest range of styles in formal to casual china, head to Belk. If you prefer a casual or minimalist vibe, The Streets at Southpoint is also home to a Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn and west elm.

D O N ’ T FO R GE T THAT L A ST S Q UAD ME MB E R

Next to the bride and groom, the most important person on the wedding day just might be the officiant! Without them, it’s just a party. If you don’t have a family priest or minister who is able to perform the marriage, now is the time to start researching this category.

9+ Months

LET T HE TAST E T EST S BEGI N

Residing in a foodie community has advantages beyond your weekly date night. Many wedding caterers in this region are on par with our amazing restaurants. So this part of wedding planning can be especially fun. Durham Catering Co. has long been known for casual food for foodies, and with their new executive chef, Josh Munchel, (formerly of 21c Museum Hotel) at the helm, that is sure to continue. Another chef-driven caterer is Happy Cardinal Catering & Events, based in The Boot. Chef Rob Kinneen has a wide range of culinary skills and is dedicated to locally sourced, creative dishes (he even has a pimiento cheese that utilizes Ponysaurus beer – I can’t make this stuff up!). There is also the beloved Durham classic, Parizade (a Giorgios Hospitality original), which has an incredible catering division serving up Mediterranean delights!

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Especially if you are getting married during peak seasons and want prime locations for your guests, it’s about time to start working on securing affordable accommodations for out-of-town guests. You can make a minimal guaranteed commitment for a discounted room rate. In Durham, there are choices aplenty no matter where you would like your guests to stay. In RTP, a quality spot is the DoubleTree by Hilton’s Mansion on the Hill. Near Duke University, outstanding venues are the classic Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, the brand new JB Duke Hotel, historic bed and breakfast The King’s Daughters Inn and the Hilton Durham near Duke University. In the heart of downtown are a wide range of styles and price points including the Aloft near American Tobacco Campus, the Durham Marriott, 21c Museum Hotel, Unscripted Durham and The Durham Hotel. Feeling overwhelmed? Contact the Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau – they offer complimentary services to help you gather quotes for this purpose (and they help with locally focused gift bags, too!).

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PLAN T HE JAMS

The ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dance party typically have different musical vibes. Tack on any extra gatherings you may host over the weekend, from your welcome party to farewell brunch, and you’ve got a lot of planning on your hands. A booking agency like Save the Date Music can help with solo instruments and small bands in just about any theme under the sun, while ECE (formerly EastCoast Entertainment) has big party bands – from soul groups and beach music to current country rock. (Please note, if you are trying to secure A-list entertainment, you might want to move this category back a few months.) Now, if you’ve ever been to a wedding that had an amazing DJ, you know that they can make a wedding one for the books. Even if you get a band,

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If you’ve hired a wedding planner, they’ve already made a lot of headway into your wedding decor. If you haven’t, you can still reconsider and get a partial service coordinator to step in. If you still want to go solo, get organized and start interviewing! It’s time to begin planning your cake, flowers and rental items that bring the overall event design to fruition.

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• RENTALS

Durham is home to an amazing family business that has served wedding events for more than two decades. American Party Rentals covers all rental needs, from tents to linens, tabletop items and furniture. For mind-bendingly cool lighting designs both elegant and industrial, Get Lit Special Event Lighting is a must (owner Dave Watson gets really excited about custom projects!) These two very Durham groups love to work together, too!

• F LOWERS

Durham happens to have some stellar wedding florists, among them Tre Bella Flowers (romantic), Bowerbird Flowers (natural garden look) and Ninth Street Flowers (classic).

• CAK E

In Durham, we are all fans of one sweet shop or another. From Guglhupf to The Parlour, Rise and Scratch to East Durham Pie Co., rest assured, they’ll be happy to serve up their treats to your wedding guests. Hot tip: Mad Hatter’s Cafe & Bakeshop has been loved by locals for generations, but they are doing more elegantly decorated wedding cakes now with a new designer on board.

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HA I R & M AKE U P

If you’re doing an engagement session, go ahead and interview hair and makeup artists, and perhaps do a test run for your shoot. Alternately, you could shelf this project and revisit it for your bridal portrait. Many wedding hair and makeup artists will go off-site to serve their brides … but they don’t all have a spa that’s perfect for a group mani-pedi. The original Bella Trio near Southpoint has it all. They also have a new studio space at American Tobacco Campus. Over on Ninth Street, check out 140 Salon & Blow Dry Bar and Wavelengths for specialty bridal services.

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If you think about it now, you can get wedding bands that perfectly suit your personal style, and support local businesses while you’re at it – Hamilton Hill and Jewelsmith are known for interesting and custom designs. If you want the biggest selection in diamond jewelry, visit Diamonds Direct at nearby Crabtree Valley Mall. It’s time to plan the bridesmaid dresses. Or better yet, let your bridesmaids pick their own. Many bridal boutiques carry them, and there’s also an entire store devoted to it – Bella Bridesmaids in Cary (a great choice because even if your bridesmaids live far away, there’s a good chance there is a locally run company near them). Book your stationer now, because you want to send your savethe-dates five or six months out. They will help guide you in a suite that matches the colors and theme you’ve chosen for the wedding celebration in one pretty package that will clue the guests into the tone of the affair. Cute Buttons in Morrisville is a gem and has all of the classic made-to-order options and connections for customized papers. Blush and Blue Calligraphy and Impression Stationery are both Triangle artists and masters of customized designs and calligraphy.

6 Months

Just when you thought you had the event about nailed down ... It’s time to plan your rehearsal dinner. So it’s back to the basics – start with a guest count, budget and vision for how you want your event to be: Kid-friendly vs. adults only? Intimate vs. large? Casual vs. formal? You might already have a favorite restaurant in mind. Plenty of couples today book event spaces and bring their own catering onsite, too.

HO N EYMO O N , TO O

If you’re taking the tradition of a post-wedding honeymoon, start planning now. If you are going abroad, make sure that passport is renewed now because the clock is going to start speeding up.

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5 Months

Time spent on some marriage preparation with a pre-marital counseling or minister will be invaluable. This service often gets put on the checklist with good intentions and pushed aside, but it can set the foundation for your intentions as a couple and future family to come together with a united outlook. Local pre-marital counseling service D’Elia Family Solutions covers topics ranging from financial goals to juggling expectations of in-laws. Everyone knows that self-care is the best way to feel healthy. And if there is ever a time that is needed, it is now. Netflix and chill is great, but a staycation at 21c is even better! Stress management can begin with a monthly facial at Massage Envy, or a package at your local spin or yoga studio.

4 Months

Plan the formalwear for the wedding party. Bernard’s Formalwear on Ninth Street is the go-to shop – they’ve got it all, from the

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newest fitted suits to classic black-tie looks. Put someone in charge of gathering measurement information from the wedding party and doing tux duty (pickups and returns) the weekend of the wedding. If you did your own save-the-dates, book your stationer and calligrapher now. (You need to send invitations six to eight weeks before the wedding).

3 Months

Everything is a photo opp on your wedding day. A fancy ride like a classic car or a rickshaw can take that getaway shot to new heights. But transportation is practical, too. It’s just easier to have the entire bridal and groom parties riding in unison, and limousines or limo buses are the best bet. Guests should be considered as well; many hotels offer a shuttle service within town. If your wedding ceremony or reception are far away from the hotel, you’ll need to rent a bus. Southern Bride & Groom Preferred Planners recommend Greenway Transit. One of the most memorable moments of a wedding is the first dance.

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Whether you are a nervous nelly or a diva, dance lessons are a great idea (and also a fun date night during your engagement!) Check out wedding classes at Fred Astaire Dance Studio and Arthur Murray Dance Studio.

2 Months

Take a time-out from wedding details to think about all of the people in your life who helped make this day possible. Scout out gifts for parents, wedding party and your fiance. It’s also good to start planning welcome baskets for out-of-town guests. Shop local at amazing gift stores like Chet Miller or Tre Bella Boutique. When it comes to welcome baskets, if you are feeling overwhelmed, give the DCVB a ring – they offer a complimentary service of assembling Durham-themed baggies complete with downtown maps and gifts. You can also assemble your own with gifts like Bee Downtown honey straws and Bowerbird’s apothecary vials! Hopefully, if you planned everything out right, your wedding dress is rolling in now, and alterations begin. Thu’s Tailor Shop in North Durham has altered and remade hundreds of gowns over its many years in business.

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There will be lots of last minute coordination with guests about RSVPs and vendors about timeline details. Let your wedding planner handle as much as you can, and try to focus on yourself! Schedule in your last pre-wedding haircut, spa treatments, nails, exercise or whatever else you need to make yourself feel your best. december/january 2018

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Friend Kate Barron helped Allie incorporate larger-thanlife fresh flower arrangements into her holiday decor. The poinsettias were sourced from Multiflora Greenhouses in Hillsborough, and the magnolia wreaths in the dining room are by Daniel Vogel of Flowers By the Bucket.

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FTER MOVING FROM BUFFALO, NEW YORK, two years ago, Allie and Mark

Balling are settled into the Bull City and their home in Hope Valley. They both work

in Durham; Mark with Skanska USA Building, and Allie owns her own company,

Allieway Marketing, which is currently working with the City of Durham on its new brand

guide. “Home is a really special place for me,” Allie says. “I’m such a homebody, and I want my home to feel warm and welcoming when people come in.” During the holidays, Allie evokes this cozy feeling with colorful, meaningful decor – mixing antiques with new finds to create something that is uniquely her own. She walked us through a few of her favorite elements. 60

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Two antique train ornaments hang on Allie and Mark’s tree. One is from Mark’s childhood, and this one originally belonged to Allie’s grandmother, Mimi. “Growing up and decorating the tree with the same ornaments just reminds you of someone special,” Allie says.

“Mark always put his village out and that kind of became a tradition for us,” Allie says. They add a little to the scene each year, this year expanding thanks to a trip to Morgan Imports. “They were so sweet and really helpful,” Allie says. Adorning the wall behind the Ballings’ Christmas village is a collection of antique Christmas cards, which were originally sent to Allie’s grandparents from the the Woodruff family, who started Coca-Cola. “The family had a plantation in South Georgia, and they would have this artist come every year and paint a bird on their plantation, then send it out as a Christmas card,” Allie says. “My grandfather was a pharmacist, and he was kind of like their family doctor. So, every year [my grandparents] would get one, and my mom saved them all.”

Allie mixes antique china from her great-great-grandmother and Mark’s mother with new holiday dishes and special snowmen purchased with Mark each year for their tablescape. She also always includes an ornament that reminds her of each person at the table. This year, the table is set for friends Sally and Mike Morgan.

“I’m a huge sweets person,” Allie says. Every holiday she decorates a gingerbread house and makes “Black and Whites” (Ritz peanut butter crackers dipped in milk and white chocolate); sugar cookies, which she used to decorate with her stepmom; and Mimi’s Coca-Cola cake. december/january 2018

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Screened Porches + Custom Trim Work

t’s no surprise with our climate that many buyers today look for homes with outdoor spaces. “Most main living spaces are centered off the screened porch so that buyers can live in the areas of the home where family congregates and entertaining happens,” says Stephanie Miller, Raleigh sales manager at Drees Homes. “Screened porches bring that outdoor living to life so that you can enjoy the fresh air and nature of your backyard while blocking the elements.” Ultimately the extension of living space that a screened porch provides is a premium, but the living space itself can be made equally distinct with the addition of a few custom elements. “Trim is a great way to make a home unique and fun,” Stephanie says. “We use creative trim ideas to make each home memorable. Creative patterns show off the personality of the home.”

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Spa-like Baths and Built-in Shelving

An ‘Everything’s Included’ Design

ather than scheduling a spa day, homeowners now are looking to create relaxing, luxurious experiences in their own homes. The Sonoma B by CalAtlantic Homes features a serene, spa-like bath, with his and her vanities, a large tiled walk-in shower and a drop-in soaking tub. “This bath features the popular painted gray cabinets and a soothing gray color palette,” says Ryne Page, the design center manager for CalAtlantic. “The solid surface countertops have the rectangle sinks that are so stylish, while also providing a larger basin.” And who doesn’t love storage? If you have art, knickknacks or books that you’d like to display, but also want the option to hide away not-so-attractive items, then built-ins flanking a fireplace provide a great combination of open and closed storage in an open floor plan. “The open shelving is an opportunity for display space, while the closed storage below provides useful storage for things that aren’t for show,” Ryne says.

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ith everyday life moving at a faster pace than ever, people are changing the way they buy homes,” says Jessica Galvanek, the marketing manager for Lennar ’s Raleigh division. “Technology advancements, modern trends and the desire for a sense of community have influenced the introduction of Lennar’s ‘Everything’s Included’ home automation and community amenities to make life simpler for homeowners.” Essentially, this model of home design includes modern looks and finishes, and upscale appliances and fixtures at no additional cost to the homeowner – as the name states, it’s all included. As is demonstrated by the Brunswick home in Sherron Farms, the Connected Home by Lennar is the first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design that keeps homeowners connected to the most desirable technology brand devices, all of which are included in the home. “Homeowners have luxury, home automation and amenities without the extra expense and time it takes to make and maintain the upgrades to their home,” Jessica says.

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veryone desires more room to store their things, but some home buyers are dreaming a little bigger. A grand master closet is a functional luxury in many new homes these days. “The extra space allows for extravagant amenities such as full length mirrors, islands, chandeliers and ottomans,” says Jackie Elek, vice president at J. Fuller Homes. “The dreamers can visualize their large shoe display and the functional buyers understand the organization that the space promotes.”

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High Ceilings

uch like open-concept spaces, tall ceilings are a big selling point across the industry. “High ceilings give way to a much more open space, which is appealing to buyers since even smaller spaces feel larger when high ceilings are incorporated,” says Jon McReynolds, vice

president of operations at Ashton Woods, of the Waterstone development in Hillsborough. This feature provides more natural light, which homeowners value. Jon adds that “many homes even incorporate additional architectural details alongside high ceilings such as exposed beams, tray, vaulted or coffered styles, which all allow for an even more attractive appearance.”

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• 2,445 square feet • 3 bedrooms • 2 full/1 half bathrooms • 5,401-square-foot lot • Year built: 1999 • $123 per square foot • Schools: Creekside ES; Githens MS; Jordan HS

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• 1,792 square feet • 4 bedrooms • 2 full/1 half bathrooms • 5,968-square-foot lot • Year built: 2017 • $195 per square foot • Schools: Eastway ES; Brogden MS; Northern HS

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For a quiet, chilly excursion, try a winter hike along the Eno River. Bundled-up kids can explore the riverbanks and adjacent trails. It’s an easier version of a “snow day” – everyone gets to be outside in the fresh air, but you can still drive to get tacos or hot chocolate afterward! Come out for the annual New Year’s Day hike – a tradition for more than 45 years – with the Eno River Association, complete with a quick meal of black-eyed peas before the romp through the woods.

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Suggestions for a holiday family calendar that’s fun, not frenzied BY VIRGIN IA ROBIN SON

IKE JUST ABOUT EVERY SEASON OF THE YEAR, managing winter can be a challenge for families. There’s so much potential: Snow! Family visits! Holiday treats! Presents! But therein lies the trickiness, right? Sometimes you can see your kids actually filling up like balloons with expectation, until inevitably one or more of them pop, sending disappointment flying everywhere. The difference between a holiday full of wonder and one full of meltdowns takes a little planning. Whether your kids like quiet rituals or full-on festivals, here are some solid bets for holiday fun. december/january 2018

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Roll into the holidays on the Santa Train at the Museum of Life and Science. Now in its 40th year, this incredibly popular event combines the Christmastime excitement of seeing Santa with the year-round awesomeness of (wait for it) trains! Tickets include music and light displays, face painting, crafts, science activities and hot cocoa. The Hayti Heritage Center also hosts Black Santa during December, as well as a photographer for portraits and a holiday ornament sale. Ice skating is always a hilarious way to level the playing field – or rink, as it were – between parents and kids. Which is to say, there’s a great chance you’ll all be very bad at it. Thank goodness the Orange County Sportsplex in Hillsborough has a rink with a concession stand and benches, where worn-out parents and kids can rest before their ankles snap. When you’re done with being rugged and need a little pageantry, there’s nothing quite like dressing up and taking in a performance at DPAC. The Carolina Ballet will present “The Nutcracker” December 9 and 10 (including two matinees), and Theatre in the Park’s “A Christmas Carol” – celebrating its 43rd anniversary in the Triangle and starring Ira David Wood III as Scrooge – premieres 72

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Students in Kylie Koerner’s culinary arts class at Voyager Academy’s high school – Ann Njenga, Marlie Shaw, Sloane Freeman, Abbey Harris, Faith Kayee, Alexa Sewitsky, Ethan Pennuto, Sarah Humphrey, Ali Hibbard, Christian Presley, Julia Rosemond and Layne Christensen – craft gingerbread creations that will be on display in Voyager’s elementary school lobby from December 11-15. During that time, you can bid on your favorites through a silent auction, which acts as a fundraiser for the program, at bit.ly/gingerbreadauction. Proceeds this year will be put towards the purchase of new convection ovens for their kitchen classroom.

December 14 and runs through December 17. At The Carolina Theatre, Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker” presents a company of almost 40 ballerinas as it passes through Durham on its 25th anniversary tour of North America December 13 and 14. If your kids are into hands-on activities more than shiny shoes, check out the Gingerbread Workshop at Family Preschool. This ticketed event is held Saturday, December 9 and Saturday, December 16, at 11 a.m. (2 p.m. workshops are sold out), with allergy-free workshops hosted at 11 each day for families with food allergies. Proceeds from the event benefit a tuition scholarship fund and other special events at the preschool. For even more memories, bring Grandma and Grandpa to this one!

fa m i ly Take a stroll through the American Tobacco Campus to see the water tower strung up with lights and visit the Tree of Bikes, and then head to Diamond View Park to check out the Home for the Holidays playhouses, built by local businesses in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Durham. The playhouses will be auctioned off to help fund one tiny, 500-square-foot Habitat for Humanity Home to be built in Durham in 2018.

As the holidays move along, consider joining the Levin JCC and the Jewish Federation of Durham-Chapel Hill for Mitzvah Day on December 25. It begins with a community breakfast and continues with a day of volunteerism. There are a variety of opportunities to choose from, all of which help you and the rest of the fam give back to our community. KwanzaaFest on New Year’s Day is another family-friendly event. Organized by the African American Dance Ensemble, its Children’s Village has arts, crafts and drum classes. Parents can enjoy the marketplace and specific events for adults. In that kind-of-a-bummer/kind-of-a-relief space between New Year’s Day and school starting, when younger kids still need some time each day to burn off energy but you don’t have a single bit left, go to Notasium. It’s the Goldilocks of play places – a not too big and not too small music-based play area and music school, with countertops and stools for parents who need to keep an eye on their kiddos but also an eye on, say, projects and deadlines that are waiting in 2018.

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If you’ve lived here awhile, you know that our area doesn’t get true winter weather until about February, but it’s never too early to start prepping for school closures and kid fun when the ice and snow do roll in.

• Buy snow gear now. By February, stores are stocked for spring break, which means that by the time a blizzard rolls through, you’ll have nothing to choose from but beachwear. If you walk by a puffer jacket or snow pants any time of year, buy them, before it’s too late! (You can also find sleds, shovels and ice melt at some of our local garden supply stores like Stone Brothers & Byrd and Barnes Supply Co.)

• Freeze enough of your favorite quarts of soup or stew to feed the family something warm for two or three days. It’s an easily prepared, healthy option that will help you enjoy some of the day, too. • If you’re new here and from up north, know that there are pros and cons to snow days in the Triangle. An upside: It usually warms up so quickly that there’s

no real need to shovel snow from the average driveway. So save your back and let Mother Nature clean up her own mess. • One downside: Snow days are called with relatively little snow. In recent years, these cancellations have resulted in makeup days, which can include Saturdays and spring break days.

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LAVORS LIKE PUMPKIN, PECAN, cranberry and peppermint permeate many of our dishes this time of year, but none more so than one of the most fantastic desserts ever created: pie. Pie is synonymous with the holidays, but The Pie Hole – one of the newest additions on Ninth Street occupying a corner space in the bottom floor of the Solis apartment building – hopes to satisfy both sweet and savory cravings for this crust-centered delight year-round. “We offer a variety to suit every palate,” says vice president and owner Surelyne Lee, who owns the shop with her husband and Pie Hole Durham president, Young Lee. To immerse yourself in the full experience, start with a custom-blended, fair-trade drip coffee or an espresso drink paired with a breakfast hand pie. There are sweet options like guava cheese or strawberry lavender (a personal favorite), but if you prefer savory, try the bacon hash or chorizo, or go straight for a quiche. For dessert, order a custom coffee cocktail, like a Horchata Latte with a shot of Bacardi, and a slice of Mexican Chocolate pie, which is made with Callebaut chocolate that is infused with pasilla chiles, cinnamon,

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Pie is love, y’all. Young Lee and Surelyne Lee, president and vice president, respectively, of The Pie Hole’s Durham location, with their chef, Chris Herbert.

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espresso and orange, and then is topped with homemade espresso whipped cream. Other customer favorites include Mom’s Apple Crumble, Salted Caramel Pecan and the classic Key Lime Pie. Look for offerings this month featuring flavors of peppermint and eggnog as well as a fruit pie that reflects the season. Again, if you don’t have much of a sweet tooth, the potpies are a filling meal, stuffed with either chicken and cornbread, mac and cheese, a veggie chili or shepherd’s pie ingredients. “We use quality ingredients,” Surelyne says. “From the Granny Smith apples in Mom’s Apple Pie to the pure, grade-A maple syrup that we use in the Maple Custard Pie. You won’t find commercially made fillings in a tub or bag anywhere in our kitchen.” The bakers – including Chef Chris Herbert – also make and roll out the butter crust by hand. “We deliberately put [in] a window so that customers can see into the kitchen and see how we prepare everything,” Surelyne adds. “Some pies also take time to produce. Our Cereal Killer, Mexican Chocolate and our Earl Grey Tea pies require over 24 hours to make the filling since we infuse the flavors into [them].” The intent to create a great product is also reflected in the build“Because freshness is crucial to out of the space, with us and because we don’t use beautiful woodwork preservatives, if a customer needs handcrafted by Bull a whole pie, we request a 48-hour City Designs – the notice,” Surelyne says. The Pie Hole reclaimed wood on also offers breakfast, lunch and the walls came from dinner catering for events. an old tobacco barn in Wilson – Pie Hole logo signs created by McCorkle Signs and the mural on the back wall painted by Fisher Graphic Arts Inc. Durham-based Net Friends provides IT support and Jacobs Glass custom-fabricated the glasswork at the counters. “We love the community where we chose to set [these] roots, … [and] wanted to keep as much of our support in the local community as well,” Surelyne says, adding, “Young and I wanted to create a space that is welcoming to everyone … from the college students studying, to the families with children, to adults looking for a place to gather. Our vision was a diverse mix where everyone would feel comfortable.”

BELOW RIGHT A slice of Earl Grey Tea pie, created by mixing steeped tea with white chocolate mousse filling, adding a layer of dark chocolate ganache to the bottom, and house-made vanilla whipped cream and salted pistachios on top. BELOW LEFT Warm and melty mac-and-cheese potpie.

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DRAW Pie … need we say more? OK, well, it’s a locally owned pie shop franchise specializing in sweet and savory pies – the classics plus a few experimental options and seasonal offerings; specialty coffee drinks, like nitro cold brew coffee, as well as wine, beer and cocktails; muffins, hand pies, quiches and salads. “We have a mixed green salad with housemade buttermilk ranch or balsamic vinaigrette, Asian ginger slaw, southwestern corn and black bean salad, and a citrus kale and quinoa salad,” Surelyne says. “The salads are made in-house [with] my personal recipes.”

DRAWBACK Because the menu changes seasonally and is even subject to change daily – everything is made from scratch, and they bake just enough for the day’s sales – you can’t always guarantee your favorite will be available. Best to check Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates on the menu, as well as any upcoming events.

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Gocciolina Upscale Italian fare in a cozy atmosphere. This wildly popular restaurant has graced our Best Of list again and again. 3314 Guess Rd.; 919-973-4089; gocciolina.com Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q Homestyle Eastern barbecue, fried chicken & seafood. Enjoy with a giant glass of iced tea. 2419 Guess Rd.; 919-286-7447; hogheavenbarbecue.com Jimmy’s Famous Hot Dogs Old-fashioned burgers, fries and a mean Carolina-style dog. 2728 Guess Rd.; 919-471-0005 La Cacerola Cafe & Restaurant Honduran specialties such as pupusas and chorizo asado. 2016 Guess Rd.; 919-294-6578 Thai Spoon All the trappings for a delicious Thai-food experience: pad thai, drunken noodles and curries. 3808 Guess Rd.; 919-908-7539 HILLSBOROUGH ROAD Bennett Pointe Grill & Bar There’s something to please all palates on the large menu of this multiregional American restaurant. 4625 Hillsborough Rd.; 919-382-9431; bpgrill.com Shanghai Restaurant Established in the 1980s, this Catonese restaurant offers both Americanized and authentic dishes. 3433 Hillsborough Rd.; 919-3837581; shanghaidurham.com Wimpy’s Grill Specializing in old-fashioned burgers and hot dogs. Open till 2 p.m. weekdays, cash only. 617 Hicks St.; 919-286-4380; wimpysgrillnc.com HILLANDALE ROAD Bleu Olive High-quality comfort food incorporating local ingredients and Mediterranean flair. Family operated & chef-driven. 1821 Hillandale Rd.; 919 383-8502; bleuolivebistro. com BR

El Corral Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican faijitas, tacos, enchiladas and a great chorizo queso dip. 1821 Hillandale Rd., Ste. 8; 919-309-4543; elcorralnc.com

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Melo Trattoria & Tapas Classic Italian - think spaghetti and meatballs and chicken parmigiana - meets tapas. 1821 Hillandale Rd., Ste. 3; 919-384-9080; melotrattoria.com

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Pomodoro Italian Kitchen Homemade sauces on fresh-made pizzas, pastas and other Italian favorites. 1811 Hillandale Rd.; 919-382-2915; pomodoroitaliankitchen.info NORTH POINTE DRIVE The French Corner Bakery Artisan breads, beautifully crafted tarts and pastries. Plus lunch, and now baking classes taught by French-trained master baker chef Benjamin Messaoui. 2005 North Pointe Dr., Ste. B.; 919-698-9836 MORE NORTHERN DURHAM DINING Alpaca Peruvian rotisserie chicken. Need we say more? 302 Davidson Ave.; 919-220-9028; alpacachicken.com Bullock’s Bar-B-Que A staple in the community since 1952, serving up soul in Eastern-style barbecue, Brunswick stew and fried chicken. 3330 Quebec Dr.; 919-383-3211 Picnic Order the pulled pork, of course, but also the fried chicken, mac & cheese and hushpuppies. 1647 Cole Mill Rd.; 919-908-9128; picnicdurham.com BR

Silver Spoon Restaurant A large menu of breakfast favorites like strawberry waffles and omelettes, plus sandwiches, pastas, salads and kids plates. 5230 N. Roxboro Rd.; 919-479-7172; silverspoonnc.com

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BROAD STREET Joe Van Gogh Cozy and full of natural light, this local coffee shop sources quality beans for a superior coffee. 1104-B Broad St.; 919-286-4800; joevangogh.com. The Palace International African cuisine including curry goat, dovi chicken and samosas. 1104-A Broad St.; 919-416-4922; thepalaceinternational.com Watts Grocery A Durham native, chef Amy Tornquist artfully develops Southern-inspired dishes with seasonal, local ingredients. 1116 Broad St.; 919-4165040; wattsgrocery.com BR Wellspring Cafe Salad and hot bar in the Whole Foods Market, plus sandwiches, pizza and sushi. 621 Broad St.; 919-286-2290

WINNER ERWIN ROAD Another Broken Egg Cafe Unique breakfast and lunch menu including cinnamon roll french toast and a OF DURHAM scrambled skillet. 2608 Erwin Rd., Ste. 120; 919-3812016 5172; anotherbrokenegg.com BR

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Black Twig Cider House Cider-and-sausage focused restaurant with more than 80 ciders on draft and in bottles. Try the “Northern Spy” and join in a Txotx! 2812 Erwin Rd., Ste. 104; 919-321-0203; blacktwigciderhouse.com Early Bird Donuts Donuts, biscuits, croissant breakfast sandwiches and coffee. Try the cinnamon sugar donut. 2816 Erwin Rd., Ste. 101; 984-888-0417 MediTerra Grill Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine, offering gyros, kabobs and curry. 2608 Erwin Rd., Ste. 136; 919-383-0066; mediterranc.com Nosh “Eclectic foodstuffs” like “Mike’s Breakfast Pizza,” “Coach’s Queso” sandwich and the brown derby chopper salad. 2812 Erwin Rd., Ste. 101; 919-383-4747; noshfood.com BR Saladelia Cafe Espresso and organic smoothie bar, scratch made pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups. Open for dine-in or carry-out. 2424 Erwin Rd.; 919-416-1400; saladelia.com BR

Smashburger Unique burgers smashed on the grill, chicken and salads. 2608 Erwin Rd., Ste. 116; 919-237-1070; smashburger.com Sushi Love Specialty sushi rolls such as the “Honey Love” roll topped with mango and kiwi, as well as other Asian cuisine favorites. 2812 Erwin Rd., Ste. 204; 919-309-2401; sushilove.org ERWIN SQUARE Guasaca Arepas, salads and rice bowls with South American flavor. 2200 W. Main St., Ste. A100; 919-294-8939; guasaca.com Local 22 Kitchen & Bar Upscale Southern-inspired cuisine, with emphasis on food sourced within a 30mile radius and local brews. 2200 W. Main St.; 919-286-9755; local22durham.com BR Parizade Sophisticated Mediterranean food like swordfish picatta, Australian lamb chops and pan-fried Roman dumplings. 2200 W. Main St.; 919-286-9712; parizadedurham.com

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dining guide Shuckin’ Shack Seafood restaurant serving up shrimp, oysters, fish-n-chips, surf-n-turf dinners and more. 2200 W. Main St.; 984-219-7337; theshuckinshack.com NEAR DUKE Fairview Dining Room Seasonally inspired contemporary cuisine with selections like bourbon glazed pork chops and pan seared NC grouper. Located inside the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club. 3001 Cameron Blvd.; 919-493-6699; washingtondukeinn.com

Elmo’s Diner Homemade Southern classics with breakfast favorites like cinnamon apple waffles and biscuits and gravy served all day in a casual, family friendly setting. 776 Ninth St.; 919-416 3823; elmosdiner.com BR

Happy + Hale Healthy salads, bowls, breakfast, smoothies, cocktails and cold-pressed juice. 703B Ninth St.; 984-439-1790; happyandhale.com BR Heavenly Buffaloes Chicken wings (bone-in and boneless) as well as vegan wings in more than 25 rubs and sauces, including peri peri and Jamaican jerk. Plus waffle fries! 1807 W. Markham Ave.; 919-237-2358; heavenlybuffaloes.com

MarketPlace JB Duke Hotel’s main restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 230 Science Dr.; 919-660-6400; jbdukehotel.com NINTH STREET DISTRICT Alpaca Peruvian rotisserie chicken. Need we say more? 703-A Ninth St.; 919-908-1597; alpacachicken.com Banh’s Cuisine Vietnamese and Chinese dishes with great vegetarian specials. Cash only! 750 Ninth St.; 919-286-5073 blu seafood and bar Upscale seafood restaurant featuring innovative regional classics and a complete oyster menu. Try the crab mac and cheese! 2002 Hillsborough Rd.; 919-286-9777; bluseafoodandbar.com Blue Corn Cafe Authentic Latin-American fare with fresh, organic ingredients. 716 Ninth St.; 919-2869600; bluecorncafedurham.com Burger Bach Signature New Zealand grass-fed burgers and fresh-cut fries. 737 Ninth St., Ste. 220; 919-973-4416; burgerbach.com

Juju Asian fusion tapas including selections like crispy Texas wild boar dumplings and chicken fried oysters. Try the crispy Brussels sprouts! 737 Ninth St., Ste. 210; 919-286-3555; jujudurham.com BR Locopops Gourmet frozen pops in a variety of rotating flavors like lavender cream, strawberry lemonade and malted milk ball. 2604-A Hillsborough Rd.; 919-286-3500; ilovelocopops.com Metro 8 Steakhouse Classic American steakhouse with an Argentinean flair. Pair empanadas with a filet mignon or crab-stuffed shrimp with a churrasco steak. 746 Ninth St.; 919-416-1700; metro8steakhouse.com Monuts Donuts Scratch-made, locally sourced doughnuts, pastries, English muffins, bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Try the bagel and lox. 1002 Ninth St.; 919-286-2642; monutsdonuts.com BR

Dain’s Place Pub fare centered around award-winning “thick and juicy and juicy and thick burgers.” 754 Ninth St.; 919-416-8800 Dales Indian Cuisine Traditional Indian food like garlic naan, chicken tikka masala and matter paneer. 811 Ninth St., Ste. 150; 919-286-1760; dalesindiancuisine.net BR Del Rancho Mexican Grill Authentic Mexican lunch and dinner menu with a full-service bar. 730 Ninth St.

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Uber launched meal delivery service UberEATS in our area in early October. More than 100 restaurants in the Triangle – including Guasaca, Monuts, Black Twig, Alpaca, Ninth Street Bakery, Beyu Caffe, Old Havana, Rose’s and many more in Durham – are participating. Orders can be placed via the mobile app or at ubereats.com. Theresa Chu and Scott Beaudry, the purveyors of of Barley Labs, Durham’s beerWINNER grain dog treat business, are opening a pet-friendly bar and gift shop 4015 University OF atDURHAM 2016 to open the Dr. They hope approximately 1,700-square-foot space before the end of the year.

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The Mad Hatter’s Cafe & Bakeshop Scratch-made pastries, organic salads, sandwiches and wraps, with breakfast all day and delicious brunch every weekend Award-winning cakes. 1802 W. Main St.; 919-286-1987; madhatterbakeshop.com BR

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Learn tips for entertaining this holiday season and in the New Year with Chef Amanda Cushman at The Kitchen Specialist. Find the full schedule at chapelhillcookingclasses.com.

DOWNTOWN BRIGHTLEAF DISTRICT

Jack Tar and the Colonel’s Daughter – slated to be open by the time you’re reading this – serves diner fare with a twist. It’s divided into two distinct sides – the restaurant, Jack Tar, and the Colonel’s Daughter, the bar – and classic diner menu is served all day long in both sections, plus a smaller dinner menu is available in the evening. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Melina’s Fresh Pasta, found at farmers’ markets, local retailers and restaurants, now has its own production facility and storefront at 2717 Chapel Hill Rd. Longtime Raleigh institution Finch’s Restaurant – as of press time – was scheduled to open in its new Durham location at 3211 Old Chapel Hill Rd. in the space that was once occupied by the Family Garden.

Cocoa Cinnamon Signature hand-brewed coffees and lattes such as the “Dr. Durham” with maca root powder and black lava salt. 2627 Hillsborough Rd.; cocoacinnamon.com Cosmic Cantina Authentic Mexican cuisine with vegan options. House-made mole and corn tortillas. Pair with a margarita pitcher. 1920 Perry St.; 919-286-1875; cosmiccantina.com

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Guglhupf recently hired Alex Ricci, formerly of The Durham Hotel, as its new executive chef.

Vin Rouge French bistro-style dinner with regular oyster specials and Sunday brunch. Get the hanger steak and frites! 2010 Hillsborough Rd.; 919-416-0466; vinrougerestaurant.com

All three beers Fullsteam Brewery submitted for the 2018 Good Food Awards – all of them from the “Farm’s Edge” series: Alexis Blackberry Brett Saison, Brumley Forest Baltic Porter and Dinnsen’s Orchard Belgian-Style Tripel – were chosen as finalists. Fullsteam is the only North Carolina brewery finalist and the only brewery nationwide to receive three finalist nods. The Good Food Awards announces the 2018 Winners in January.

Clouds Brewing American favorites with a German flair. Try the “Clouds Burger” with a half bratwurst, half-ground chuck patty or the BBQ pork belly burger. 905 W. Main St.; 919-251 8096; cloudsbrewing.com BR

El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican cuisine like quesadillas, tacos and huevos con chorizo. 905 W. Main St.; 919-683-2417; elrodeonc.com The Federal Pub fare with bistro panache. Try the “Fed Burger au Poivre.” 914 W. Main St.; 919-680-8611; thefederal.net BR

Goorsha Ethiopian restaurant featuring dishes like shiro chickpea stew and tibs (sauteed meat in spices). 910 W. Main St.; 919-588-4660; goorshadurham.com It’s a Southern Thing Kitchen and bar that serves up traditional Southern dishes with a twist, like jalapeno-brined fried chicken; a half-beef, half-bacon meatloaf; and both traditional and vegan barbecue. 605 W. Main St.; 919294-9632; itsasouthernthingdurham.com BR

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sip Chocolate Modica y Churros

This style taps directly into the Mexican and Spanish drinking chocolate with a side of churros – “We have three kinds,” owner Leon Grodski de Barrera explains, “the Guadalajara, the Modica and the Granada, and those vary in sweetness and thickness.” The Modica has a medium, velvety thickness to it, though definitely on the thicker side if you compare it to a regular hot chocolate. It’s also vegan, made with soy milk. “[It’s] named after the Sicilian city that has been making post-contact Aztec chocolate since the Spanish ruled Sicily in the 16th century (while they were simultaneously conquering Mexico),” Leon says. “In a sense, choosing Modica is true to how we look back to histories and stories, and in this case connects to my Sicilian background with [my wife and co-owner] Areli’s Mexican background.” Adding a plate of classic cinnamon sugar churros for dipping is a must.

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dining guide James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant Traditional pub food and snacks like brisket cheese steak and Reuben sandwiches. 912 W. Main St.; 919-683-3022; jamesjoyceirishpub.com BR

Kaffeinate Coffee shop featuring locally roasted beans and made-to-order Belgian waffles. 115-A N. Duke St.; 919-237-2856; kaffeinatenc.com BR Lilly’s Pizza Stone-hearth-baked pizzas with fresh, organic and local ingredients. 810 W. Peabody St.; 919-797-2554;lillyspizza.com The Little Dipper Fondue, salads and entrees with selections like cheddar ale fondue, seasonal spinach salad and filet mignon with mushrooms. 905 W. Main St.; 919-908-1023; littledipperfondue.com BR Maverick’s Smokehouse and Taproom Range of barbecue and smokehouse fare as well as Chef Brian Stinnett’s signature fried chicken and Memphis barbecue spaghetti. 900 W. Main St.; 919-682-8978; maverickssmokehouse.com Mount Fuji Asian Bistro Sushi & Bar Thai, Japanese, Chinese and sushi. Try the duck wrap. 905 W. Main St.; 919-680-4968; mtfujinc.com Parker and Otis A gift shop, coffee shop and restaurant all in one. First-timers should dedicate a good chunk of time to this delight. Try the No. 26. 112 S. Duke St.; 919-683-3200; parkerandotis.com BR Pine Cone Maple View ice cream, shakes, Joe Van Gogh coffee and baked goods galore. 905 W. Main St., Ste. 20-H; 919-416-6128; pineconenc.com Rose’s Noodles, Dumplings & Sweets Sandwiches, pastries - rhubarb galette, anyone? - and daily dinner specials. 121 N. Gregson St.; 919-797-2233; rosesmeatandsweets.com BR Saint James Raw bar featuring daily selection of oysters, peel-and-eat shrimp and more; seafood towers, Lobster Newberg, shrimp and grits, and Calabash platters. 806 W. Main St.; 984-219-7900; saintjamesseafood.com Satisfaction Restaurant & Bar Pub fare including selections like fried pickles, “Kitchen Sink Pizza” and footlong hotdogs. 905 W. Main St., Ste. 37; 919-6827397; satisfactiondurham.net Torero’s Mexican Restaurant Authentic Mexican cuisine. Try the ceviche de camaron. 800 W. Main St.; 919-682-4197; torerosmexicanrestaurants.com CENTRAL PARK & WAREHOUSE DISTRICTS The Blue Note Grill Fantastic barbecue, ribs and live music. 709 Washington St.; 919-401-1979; thebluenotegrill.com

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The Accordion Club Late-night bar serving beer, hot dogs and green chile stew. 316 W. Geer St. The Pit Fried pimiento cheese, whole-hog Eastern barbecue and Lexington-style barbecue. 321 W. Geer St.; 919-282-3748; thepit-durham.com

Loaf Oven breads and pastries. Counter Culture Coffee, pain au chocolat and cumin gruyere loaf. 111 W. Parrish St.; 919-797-1254

Piedmont Seasonal cooking inspired by local ingredients. Broccoli beignet, pickled shrimp and peach or Mills Farm’s beef coulotte. 401 Foster St.; 919-683-1213; piedmontrestaurant.com BR

Lucky’s Delicatessen Deli crafted by chef Matthew Kelly and headed by chef Drew Brown serves seasonal soups and sandwiches like the garbanzo with chickpea fritters and the super Reuben. 105 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-864-8841; luckysdelinc.com

CITY CENTER DISTRICT Table South Kitchen and Bar Breakfast, lunch and dinner, located in the Durham Marriott City Center. 201 Foster St.; 919-768-6000 Alley Twenty Six Originally a craft cocktail bar, the addition of a kitchen and dining room now offers plates like pan-seared duck breast, cornmeal-crusted fried oysters and pimiento cheese. 320 E. Chapel Hill St.; 984-439-2278; alleytwentysix.com Bagel Bar Homemade bagel varieties, lunch and breakfast sandwiches. 104 City Hall Plaza, Ste. 101; 919-294-6661; bagelbarbagels.com Bar Brunello Featuring 25 wines by the glass and 60 by the bottle, as well as draft beers and ciders, the bar’s food menu includes charcuterie and cheese boards 117 E. Main St.; 919-294-4825; barbrunello.com Bar Virgile Artfully crafted beverages paired with an everchanging dinner and small plates menu including selections like tandoori chicken, flat iron steak and garganelli. 105 S. Magnum St.; 919-973-3000; barvirgile.com Beyù Caffè Coffee shop, restaurant, bar and live jazz club. Beignets, buffalo wings and mushroom burgers. 341 W. Main St.; 919-683-1058; beyucaffe.com BR Bull City Burger & Brewery Local beef burgers with all components from bun to barbecue sauce made in-house. 107 E. Parrish St.; 919-680-2333; bullcityburgerandbrewery.com

Counting House Upscale restaurant featuring locally sourced entrees, as well as small plates featuring oysters, shellfish, and meats and cheeses. 111 N. Corcoran St.; 919-956-6760; countinghousenc.com Dame’s Chicken & Waffles Chicken, waffles, shmears. ’Nuff said. 317 W. Main St.; 919-682-9235; dameschickenwaffles.com BR Dashi Traditional ramen shop and izakaya with sake options. 415 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-251-9335; dashiramen.com Dos Perros Sophisticated Mexican cuisine; plates include carnitas, flautas veganas and pollo relleno. Don’t skip on the guac! 200 N. Mangum St.; 919-9562750; dosperrosrestaurant.com

Jack Tar and the Colonel’s Daughter Classic diner fare all day long – think double cheeseburger with house-processed cheese on a benne seed bun; breakfast items like eggs and bacon, French toast, eggs Benedict, pancakes; sandwiches and plates, pastrami cheesesteak, fried oyster bahn mi, grilled cheese with tomato soup and more. 201 Corcoran St. Littler Look for latkes Benedict, pan-roasted striped bass with sungold tomato and elderflower panna cotta at this small restaurant with big tastes. 110 E. Parrish St.; 919374-1118; littlerdurham.com

Geer Street Garden Simple, down-home fare in a cozy atmosphere. They make a mean “Dark and Stormy,” and be sure to order “The Pile” to split with friends! 644 Foster St.; 919-688 2900; geerstreetgarden.com

Parts & Labor Dishes meeting many dietary needs, including veggie samosas, “Hipster Poutine” and falafel. 723 Rigsbee Ave.; motorcomusic.com/eats

Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub Pub food and bar snacks like nachos, burgers and wings. 427 W. Main St.; 919-6823061; bullmccabesirishpub.com

Cocoa Cinnamon Signature hand-brewed coffees and lattes such as the “Tower of Babel” with honey and date sugar. 420 W. Geer St.; cocoacinnamon.com

Rise Biscuits & Donuts Daily-changing menu of doughnuts and biscuits. For vegetarians, the “Fried Eggplant ‘Bacon’” biscuit is hard to beat. 401 Foster St.; 984-439-2220; risebiscuitsdonuts.com BR

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Luna Rotisserie & Empanadas South American cuisine meets the American South. Wood-fired rotisserie meats, Andean-inspired braises, empanadas. 112 W. Main St.; 984-439-8702; lunarotisserie.com M Kokko Casual chicken entrees including the fried chicken sandwich, ramen and “KFC” wings. 311 Holland St., Ste. B; 919-908-9322 M Sushi Quality sushi from seasonal seafood, daily menu changes and creative rolls like “Unagi Maki” with barbecue eel and fried garlic. 311 Holland St.; 919-908-9266; msushidurham.com Mateo Acclaimed menu of tapas and small plates by chef Matthew Kelly. Great for date night or night out with friends. Order a pitcher of “Cheerwine Sangria,” pollo frito, gambas and queso frito y huevo. 109 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-530-8700; mateotapas.com Mothers & Sons Trattoria Italian restaurant by partners Matthew Kelly and chef Josh “Skinny” DeCarolis. Handmade pasta, bruschetta and antipasti dishes. 107 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-294-8247; mothersandsonsnc.com Ninth Street Bakery Organic breads, pastries and lunch. Grab a “Wheel of Steel” (peanut butter, raisins and oats). 136 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-688-5606; ninthstbakery.com BR Old Havana Sandwich Shop Authentic Cuban sides and sandwiches like the “El Caney,” “Tampa” and “Santiago.” 310 E. Main St.; 919-667-9525; oldhavanaeats.com BR The Parlour Handmade ice cream in rotating flavors like Vietnamese coffee, salted butter caramel & peach pie. 117 Market St.; 919-564-7999; theparlour.co The Patio Unscripted Hotel’s poolside bar featuring a range of cocktails and gourmet bites including sushi cones, salads and burgers. 202 N. Corcoran St.; 984-329-9500; unscriptedhotels.com BR Pizzeria Toro Wood-fired pizza with selections like spicy lamb meatball with kale, fried eggplant ricotta and soft eggs on white pizza. Also, ricotta dumplings! 105 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-908-6936; pizzeriatoro.com Pie Pushers Grab a slice of staples like the cheese or pepperoni, or try out one of the specials, like the Pace Car. 117A W. Main St.; 919-294-8408; piepushers.com BR

Pompieri Pizza Neapolitan pizza joint with a familyfriendly approach. Try the “Drunken Horse” pizza with beer crust dough and house-made sausage. 102 City Hall Plaza; 919-973-1589; pompieripizza.com Pour Taproom Pay-by-the-ounce beer, wine and cider taps, plus tasting board, sandwich and kids’ options, and specials from Littler and Pizzeria Toro. 202 N. Corcoran St., Ste. 200; 919-251-8985; durham.pourtaproom.com

Now that Rose’s transitioned from butcher and bake shop to a restaurant/ bakery concept, the ramen that was once reserved only for Wednesdays now takes center stage. The type of ramen changes every couple of days – today, we were treated to a spicy sesame ramen, created with both a zesty puree made with yellow-gold peppers, dehydrated peppers and fresh Sansho Japanese peppers, and a sesame puree to develop the broth. Add in the noodles, pork belly that’s braised in soy sauce, a soft egg, bok choy and other seasonal vegetables – this bowl got the last bit of corn for the season and stir-fried cucumbers – and you’ve got yourself the ideal dish for a cold winter’s day. “If you wanted to know what the power move was,” says owner Justin Meddis, “I would get a pilsner or some kind of super-dry cider, a steamed bun as an appetizer, and then the ramen, and then walk out of here with an ice-cream sandwich. I don’t know how you can have a better day than that.”

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dining guide The Restaurant at The Durham Locally sourced Southern cuisine crafted by chef Andrea Reusing. Selections include beef tartare and spring pie with asparagus and mushrooms. The Roof focuses on shared plates. 315 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-768-8831; thedurham.com/dining Rue Cler French bistro-style cuisine with lunch, brunch and dinner showcasing fresh ingredients. 401 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-682-8844; ruecler-durham.com BR Saltbox Seafood Joint Local seafood that is delivered fresh from the Carolina coast and served griddled or fried in a straightforward manner. 608 N. Mangum St.; 919-908-8970; saltboxseafoodjoint.com

AMERICAN TOBACCO DISTRICT Basan A wide variety of fresh, specialty sushi rolls, modern Japanese appetizers and entrees, and an extensive sake selection. 359 Blackwell St., Ste. 220; 919-797-9728; basanrestaurant.com The Bullpen Bull Durham Beer Co.’s beer garden featuring Heavenly Buffaloes wings and waffle fries, plus live music provided by the Music Maker Relief Foundation. 359 Blackwell St.; 919-744-3630; bullpenatc.com

Scratch Bakery Sweet and savory pastries, plus a rotating lunch menu with offerings like meatball subs and pickle plates. 111 Orange St.; 919-956-5200; piefantasy.com BR Taberna Tapas Paella, flatbreads, bacon-wrapped dates, gambas. 325 W. Main St.; 919-797-1457; tabernatapas.com Toast Italian paninis and soups. The warm goat cheese with honey and peppercorn crostini is our favorite. 345 W. Main St.; 919-683-2183; toastfivepoints.com Viceroy British-Indian gastropub featuring dishes like jeera wings as well as traditional fish & chips. 335 W. Main St.; 919-797-0413; viceroydurham.com

Cuban Revolution Restaurant & Bar Cuban tapas served amid ’60s-style decor, plus bolsitas, sandwiches and Havana pork. 318 Blackwell St.; 919-687-4300; thecubanrevolution.com The District at 410 Lunch served Thursday and Friday by The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham. 410 Blackwell St.; 919-317-3200; artinstitutes.edu/raleigh-durham/ about/restaurant Maybelle’s A barbecue and biscuit restaurant featuring Eastern N.C. pulled pork, ribs, brisket – don’t miss out on the adult milkshakes and Southern-style pies. 406 Blackwell St.; 984-219-6345 Mellow Mushroom Pizza, hoagies, calzones and salads made using fresh ingredients. 410 Blackwell St.; 919-680-8500; mellowmushroom.com/store/durham

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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 BR OnlyBurger Build-your-own burger options and sides like bacon-wrapped mac and cheese squares. 359 Blackwell St.; 919-237-2431; onlyburger.com Saladelia Cafe Espresso and organic smoothie bar, scratch-made pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups. Dine-in or carry-out. 406 Blackwell St.; 919-687 4600; saladelia.com Tobacco Road Sports Cafe American dishes like “Country Frizzled & Drizzled Chicken” made with local ingredients; overlooks the Bulls’ stadium. 280 S. Mangum St.; 919-937-9909; tobaccoroadsportscafe.com Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom Hearty fare and huge beer selection. An order of garlic fries is a must! 324 Blackwell St.; 919-433-0345; tylerstaproom.com PHOENIX SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER Royal Cheesecake & Varieties Cupcakes,cheesecakes and specialty cakes in flavors like sweet potato, fresh peach and white chocolate peppermint. 902 Old Fayetteville St.; 919-670-8766; rcvcakes.com

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DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL BOULEVARD (15-501) Foster’s Market Brought to you by acclaimed cookbook author Sara Foster, fresh breakfast selections, sandwiches and salads. Also pick up specialty food items. 2694 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-489-3944; fostersmarket.com BR Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe and Restaurant Germaninspired cuisine and artisanal bakery. Restaurant dishes include house-cut noodles, weiner schnitzel and pan-roasted duck. 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-401-2600; guglhupf.com BR Kanki Steak, chicken and seafood cooked on hibachi grills, plus an extensive sushi menu. Come for a show! 3504 Mt. Moriah Rd.; 919-401-6908; kanki.com Namu Restaurant and Coffee Bar Bulkogi Truck and Bo’s Kitchen food trucks combine to bring casual Korean eats, local beer, wine and specialty coffee. 5420 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-251-9794 The Refectory Cafe Dal, chili, salads and soups. 2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-908-6798; therefectorycafe.com BR Sitar Indian Cuisine Homemade Indian dishes at affordable prices, with daily lunch buffets and a weekend dinner buffet. 3630 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-490-1326; sitar-indiancuisine.com BR

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The Original Q Shack “BBQ tender as a mother’s love,” includes signature chile-rubbed beef brisket and Carolina pork shoulder. 2510 University Dr.; 919-402-4227; theqshackoriginal.com

The Boot A neighborhood Italian American Restaurant serving soups, salads, sandwiches, pastas and traditional Italian entrees, plus a full bar. 2501 University Dr.; 919-294-8383; thebootdurham.com Capital Seafood Market & Grill Fried catfish, porkchop sandwiches and collard greens. Raw seafood for sale. 1304 University Dr.; 919-402-0777 Mi Peru Peruvian fare like ceviche mixto, asado and leche de tigre. 4015 University Dr., Ste. A1; 919-4016432; miperupci.com Nana’s Restaurant Upscale seasonal dishes influenced by Southern, French and Italian cuisine. 2514 University Dr.; 919-493-8545; nanasdurham.com

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Saladelia Cafe Delicious, healthy, homemade food with an espresso and organic smoothie bar, scratch-made pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups. Open for dine-in or carry-out. 4201 University Dr.; 919-489-5776; saladelia.com BR

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

Souly Vegan Cafe Vegan takes on favorites like mac ‘n’ cheese and jerk chicken, along with sides like candied yams, plantains and lentils and spinach soup. 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 984-219-6050

Sake Bomb Asian Bistro Asian bistro and sake bar; specialty rolls like the “Green Monster” with spicy yellow tail and tuna. 4215 University Dr.; 919-401-4488; sakebombdurham.com

Tacos Nacos Tacos, pupusas, tortas and horchata. 3411 University Dr.; 919-267-8226 Thai Cafe Authentic Thai cuisine: drunken noodles, curries and stir-fries. Don’t miss the coconut cake for dessert! 2501 University Dr.; 919-493-9794; thaicafenc.com WEST END & LAKEWOOD Cocoa Cinnamon Local coffee shop with signature hand-brewed coffees and lattes, hot chocolate and churros. 2013 Chapel Hill Rd.; cocoacinnamon.com

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dining guide GRUB Durham Serves up comfort food favorites with a twist like brioche donuts and beer-battered mushroom sandwiches. 1200 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-973-3636; grubdurham.com The Lakewood Phoebe Lawless’s craft cookery featuring local fare like pickled North Carolina top neck clam dip, grilled okra and peach melba sundaes. 2022 Chapel Hill Rd.; 919-402-8059; thelakewooddurham.com BR Local Yogurt Frozen yogurt treats. 1114 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-489-5900 MORE WEST-CENTRAL DURHAM Bull Street Gourmet & Market Fresh salads, breakfast and sandwiches like pulled pork-loaded hashbrowns and the turkey and Brie sandwich. 3710 Shannon Rd.; 919-237-2398; bullstreetdurham.com BR Finch’s Restaurant Breakfast foods like pancakes and omelets, plus healthy options, dinner service, outdoor seating. 3211 Old Chapel Hill Rd. BR Hope Valley Diner Diner food and breakfast all day with selections like chicken and dumplings, fried pickle chips, biscuits and gravy. 3710 Shannon Rd.; 919-419-0907; hopevalleydiner.com BR OnlyBurger The food truck’s brick-and-mortar offers all the same build-your-own burger options and sides. 3710 Shannon Rd., Ste. 118; 919-937-9377; onlyburger.com Pop’s Backdoor South Fresh pizza and Italian cuisine, including calzones with homemade ricotta-mozzarella filling. 3710 Shannon Rd.; 919-493-0169; popsbackdoorsouth.com

Piper’s Deli Deli sandwiches and burgers like pimiento grilled cheese and French dip sandwich. 3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd.; 919-489-2481; pipersdeli.com

Randy’s Pizza Pizzas, garlic knots and stromboli. 4810 Hope Valley Rd., Ste. 112; 919-403-6850; randys-pizza.com

Randy’s Pizza Pizzas, garlic knots and stromboli. 1813 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy.; 919-490-6850; randys-pizza.com

Smallcakes Twelve signature cupcake flavors, as well as seasonal specials. 4711 Hope Valley Rd.; 919-9372922; smallcakesnc.com

Tonali Restaurant Inventive Mexican cuisine such as chicken con mole, Mexican chocolate torte and adobo pork. 3642 Shannon Rd.; 919-489-8000; tonalirestaurant.com

West 94th St. Pub Traditional pub fare: loaded fries, chili cheese tots and fish & chips. 4711 Hope Valley Rd.; 919-403-0025; west94thstpub.com

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WOODCROFT SHOPPING CENTER Hope Valley Bar and Grill Brew pub fare like cheesy buffalo dip and crispy Brussels sprouts. 4810 Hope Valley Rd.; 919-294-4955; hopevalleybrewingcompany.com BR Guacamaya (Chubby’s Tacos) Fresh mexican favorites like burritos, nachos and salads, as well as the “Chubbychanga.” 4711 Hope Valley Rd.; 919-489-4636 Joe Van Gogh Cozy and full of natural light, this local coffee shop sources quality beans for a superior coffee. 4711-5A Hope Valley Rd.; 919-973-3950; joevangogh.com Pulcinella’s Italian Restaurant Southern Italian dishes. Antipasto classico, baked ziti and tortellini alla panna. 4711 Hope Valley Rd.; 919-490-1172; pulcinellasitalianrestaurant.com

Yamazushi Japanese fine dining, kaiseki-style, with seasonal menu changes and a multi-course menu, as well as sake. 4711 Hope Valley Rd., Ste. 6-A; 919-4937748; yamazushirestaurant.com SUTTON STATION Bocci Trattoria & Pizzeria Traditional Italian pastas, pizzas, crostinis and salads. 5850 Fayetteville Rd.; 919-206-4067; bocciitalian.com Bua Thai Cuisine Thai classics: Pad Thai, hot and sour soup, curries, Krapow lamb. Get your meal “Thai hot,” if you’re up to it! 5850 Fayetteville Rd., Ste. 101; 984-2197357; buathaidurham.com Dulce Cafe Espresso, gelato and sandwiches. Smoked salmon bagel, dulce Reuben and the “B-L-A-T.” 5826 Fayetteville Rd.; 919-797-0497; dulcecafedurham.com BR

Nantucket Grill & Bar New England-style cuisine known for their desserts like the “Unbirthday” and coconut cake. 5826 Fayetteville Rd.; 919-484-8162; nantucketgrill.com

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dining guide LINCOLN PARK WEST Danny’s Bar-B-Que Hickory-smoked barbecue, ribs, fried catfish. 2945 S. Miami Blvd., Ste. 118; 919-806-1965; dannysbarbque.com Gussy’s Place Greek street food like gyro pita, Greek fries and baklava. 2945 S. Miami Blvd.; 984-439-8455; gussys.com Piper’s In The Park Soups, salads, hoagies and burgers with selections like curried couscous and “South of Here” turkey sandwich. 2945 S. Miami Blvd.; 919-572-9767; pipersinthepark.com Spicy Green Gourmet Cafe & Catering Sandwiches, soups, salads with specialities like Cuban flatbread. 2945 S. Miami Blvd., Ste. 126; 919-220-6040; spicygreengourmet.net HOPE VALLEY COMMONS Mattie B’s Public House Housemade burgers, N.Y.style pizza, wings and potato chips. 1125 W. N.C. 54, Ste. 301; 919-401-8600; mattiebs.com Denny’s Diner fare serving breakfast anytime, lunch and dinner. 7021 N.C. 751, Ste. 901; 919-908-1006; dennys.com BR Makus Empanadas A variety of meat, veggie and cheese empanadas, with vegetarian and vegan options. 1125 W. N.C. 54, Ste. 304; 919-390-7525; makusempanadas.com Treforni Wood-fired pizza and sandwiches including traditional options like Margherita, as well as more

inspired options like the prosciutto arugula pizza. 1125 W. N.C. 54; 919-973-0922; treforni.com

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HOMESTEAD MARKET Bean Traders Coffee Coffee specialties and local pastries. 105 W. N.C. 54, Ste. 249; 919-484-2499; beantraderscoffee.com The Mad Popper A gourmet popcorn shop with flavors both sweet and savory. 105 W. N.C. 54, Ste. 259; 919-484-7677; themadpopper.com City Barbeque Smoked meats, peach cobbler and hushpuppies. 208 W. N.C. 54; 919-237-9509; citybbq.com Shiki Sushi Sushi and pan-Asian choices like “Bang Bang Shrimp,” gyoza dumplings and beef pho soup. 207 W. N.C. 54; 919-484-4108; shikitasu.com SOUTHPOINT CROSSING Primal Food & Spirits Gluten-free options featuring wood-fired local meat dishes with seasonal sides, craft cocktails. 202 W. N.C. 54; 919-248-3000; primalfoodandspirits.com

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Hand-crafted ice creams, sorbets & sherbets in ever-changing flavors. 8200 Renaissance Pwy., Ste. 1002; 919-237-3537; brusters.com Porchetta Slow-roasted Italian-style pork sandwiches and sides. Southpoint; 919-607-7419; porchettardu.com Harvest 18 Local, seasonal eats. Try the pimento cheese dip and a Bloody Mary for brunch. 8128 Renaissance Pkwy., Ste. 114; 919-316-1818; 18restaurantgroup.com/harvest-18 BR Rise Biscuits & Donuts Daily-changing menu of doughnuts and biscuits. For vegetarians, the “Fried Eggplant ‘Bacon’” biscuit is hard to beat. 8200 Renaissance Pkwy.; 919-248-2992; risebiscuitsdonuts.com BR Town Hall Burger and Beer Offerings like the “Carolina Burger” with pork belly and pimiento cheese, barbecue salmon burger and fries poutine. 7830 N.C. 751; 919-973-0506; townhallburgerandbeer.com N.C. 54 Akashi Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar Hibachi, sushi and noodle dishes like bento boxes, yakisoba and spicy scallop roll. 2223 N.C. 54, Ste. RS; 919-572-9444; akashisushi54.com

THE STREETS AT SOUTHPOINT AREA American Meltdown Gourmet melts, sides and desserts. Southpoint; 919-473-6358; americanmeltdown.org

Na’Mean Asian fusion, Korean barbecue sandwich shop. A KoKyu joint. 4823 Meadow Dr., Ste. 108; 919-699-4667; kokyubbq.com/nmean Spice & Curry Traditional Indian, buffet-style or off the menu. 2105 N.C. 54; 919-544-7555; spiceandcurry.com

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N.C. 55 Backyard BBQ Pit Barbecue and other Southern comfort foods: mac ‘n’ cheese, Brunswick Stew and pit-cooked barbecue. 5122 N.C. 55; 919-544-9911; sweetribs.com Basera Modern, fine dining Indian restaurant featuring a lunch buffet, tandoor grill options and signature Biryanis. 4818 N.C. 55; 919-205-5050; basera-rtp.com Brigs at the Park Breakfast selections like “Pineapple Bread Pina Colada French Toast” and sandwiches. 4900 N.C. 55; 919-544-7473; brigs.com BR

Cafe Meridian Made-to-order salads and sandwiches. 2500 Meridian Pkwy., Ste. 130; 919-361-9333; cafemeridian.com

Sansui Sushi Bar & Grill Hibachi dishes and sushi rolls like “Spider Man” with crab and crawfish. 4325 N.C. 55; 919-361-8078; sansuisushi.com

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Tandoor Indian Restaurant Traditional Indian like veggie samosas, kababs and naan. 5410 N.C. 55; 919-484-2102; tandoorinrtp.com BR Thai Lanna Restaurant Authentic Thai cuisine like red curry, pad thai and larb. 5410 N.C. 55; 919-484-0808; thailannarestaurant.com True Flavors Diner Upscale Southern diner. Try the “Howling Moon” French toast made with Howling Moon moonshine sauce. 5410 N.C. 55; 919-316-7978; trueflavorsnc.com BR

Jamaica Jamaica Carribean food favorites like jerk chicken, yellow rice and brown stew chicken. 4857 N.C. 55; 919-544-1532

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Sarah’s Empanadas Homemade empanadas. 5410 N.C. 55; 919-544-2441

Vit Goal Tofu Restaurant Korean dishes like fried dumplings and tofu soups. 2107 Allendown Dr.; 919-361-9100; vitgoal.com GREENWOOD COMMONS Benetis Restaurant Classic breakfast with a Mediterranean lunch buffet. 5410 N.C. 55; 919-806-0313; benetisrtp.com BR

IMPERIAL CENTER MEZ Contemporary Mexican Creative Mexican dishes, based on traditional recipes with a fresh, healthy twist. 5410 Page Rd.; 919-941-1630; mezdurham.com

Page Road Grill Traditional American dishes, from house-made soup and bread to burgers to vegetarian options. 5416 Page Rd.; 919-908 8900; pageroadgrill.com

ALSO CHECK OUT THESE AREA RESTAURANTS … 411 West Fresh pasta, seafood and pizzas inspired by Italy and the Mediterranean, with a California twist. 501 Pharmacy Scoops of Maple View Farm ice cream, plus malts and shakes. ACME Food & Beverage Co. Soups, salads, seafood and entrees with a Southern touch.

Kitchen Bistro-style dining with a seasonal menu.

Maple View Farm Country Store Homemade ice cream and milk.

Mama Dip’s Kitchen Traditional Southern specialties.

The Modern Life Deli & Drinks Wood-fired pizza, salads, small plates and a full bar. Pittsboro Roadhouse Hearty American entrees, burgers and salads.

Chronic Tacos Authentic Mexican grill.

Radius Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, sandwiches, salads and desserts.

CrossTies BBQ A variety of barbecue, sides and madefrom-scratch desserts.

Spanky’s Serving hamburgers, ribs, garden fresh salads and barbecue.

Crossroads Chapel Hill at The Carolina Inn New American cuisine & seasonal specialties.

Crook’s Corner Southern classics like shrimp and grits, and jalapeno-cheddar hushpuppies. Elaine’s on Franklin Fine regional American cuisine, made with fresh, local ingredients. Elements Classical and modern Asian and European cooking techniques; check out the wine bar with full menu next door. The Fearrington Granary Small plates, salads and burgers. The Fearrington House Restaurant Contemporary fine-dining.

Italian Pizzeria III Pizza, calzones, subs.

Breakaway Cafe Breakfast, lunch, dinner and small plates, coffee and ice cream.

Capp’s Pizzeria Artisan pizzas.

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The Goat Salads, sandwiches, pastries.

La Vita Dolce Pastries, sorbet, gelato.

Buns Serves gourmet burgers,fries and shakes made from fresh ingredients.

Glasshalfull Mediterranean-inspired food and wine.

Breadmen’s A variety of sandwiches, burgers and salads. Breakfast served all day.

B-Side Lounge Small plates like flatbread, baconwrapped dates and fondue. Inspired cocktails.

Four Corners American fare, nachos, wings, pasta.

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Roost Beer Garden Wood-fired pizza, local brews and live music.

Squid’s Seafood options includes wood-grilled fillets, live Maine lobster, fried oysters. Starrlight Mead Tastings of honey wines and honey. Trilogy American cafe featuring innovative twists on classic dishes. Silverspot Cinema

Venable Rotisserie Bistro Upscale comfort food with a heavy emphasis on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Weathervane Shrimp and grits, sweet potato fries and other gourmet dishes. Yogurt Pump Frozen yogurt treats and shakes.

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C EC I LY B OY D & B RIA N J OBE

Wood You Marry Me? B Y A NN F I T T S | P H OTO GR A PHY BY CHR IS C HER RY

Wedding Date December 31, 2017 Neighborhood Omah Street Occupations Cecily is a first-grade teacher at Holt Elementary School and is in her 10th year of teaching. Durham native and Riverside grad Brian is an A / V electrician. Crossed Paths Cecily and Brian met in Greensboro while Cecily was starting her teaching career and Brian was wrapping up his degree at UNC-G. They’ve been together seven years. The Proposal After a few false alarms – once at a Durham Mardi Gras parade – Brian’s proposal to Cecily was a welcome surprise. Cecily returned home following a long day at work to find

Brian in the backyard. He wanted to share with her the woodwork he’d made that day. He then pulled out a small wooden box and got down on one knee. Inside the box was a beautiful, unique ring made by Cecily’s favorite jeweler in Israel. She, of course, said yes. Now, “I Do” The wedding and reception will take place at the Durham Armory, with the help of Premier Party Planners’ Tara Stoffer and Nicole Conder, and will feature arrangements by Apryl Watkins of Custom Floral Creations. Natasha Abe will be on hand to help the bride look aisle-ready and Chapel Hill Restaurant Group will take care of the catering. Rev. Jeanette Stokes will officiate. Local Links Brian’s dad, Bob Jobe, will serve as best man, and seven of his Riverside classmates – Ben McDonald, Ryan Bumpass, Chris Cherry, Carson Fishel, Elliott Bisplinghoff, T.L. Hutchins and Corey Penny – will serve as some of the groomsmen.

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International Love

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Date April, 22 2017 Neighborhood Trinity Park Occupations Christine is a senior water quality technician for the City of Durham. Fabien recently graduated from the Institute Universitaire de Technologie in Aix-en-Provence, France. Crossed Paths Fabien – who was born and raised in Marseille, France before moving to Ireland in 2011 – met Christine in Dublin on New Year’s Eve in 2012 via a mutual friend (who later became Christine’s maid of honor). At the time, Christine was in Ireland for an internship. Christine had to leave shortly after they met but she returned seven months later to get her master’s in environmental science at Trinity College. Long-Distance Surprise The pair maintained a long-distance relationship after Christine’s visa expired in August 2015. Two months later, Fabien came to visit and asked Christine’s father for his permission to propose to Christine and to help pick out the ring. Christine was surprised with a proposal at Eno River State Park while the pair was on a walk. “It was definitely a surprise,” she says. “Of course I said yes. It was perfect.” The Big Day “One of the more special moments was the fact that the 88

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ceremony was done in both French and English, thanks to our amazing officiant, Ana Quintana Bird.” The wedding also incorporated Irish traditions, such as hand-fasting. The ceremony and reception took place at The Cookery with floral arrangements created by Tre Bella Florist. The couple is now planning another wedding in the south of France for Fabien’s family and loved ones. Key Players Christine’s mother and father, Barry and Michele Smith. “We just want to give a very big thank you to my mom. She played a major part in the planning of the wedding and it was truly everything we could have wished for.” Other Durham Wedding Vendors Wedding planner Amanda Scott of A Swanky Affair, bridal gown from Tre Bella Bridal, tuxedos from Bernard’s Formalwear, hair and makeup by Patricia Do you live in Durham and want Love from Perfection by your wedding or engagement Patricia and alterations by featured in our magazine? Sima Rafizadeh of Bano Email weddings@durhammag.com Boutique.

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