2014 Cary Guide to Ice Cream

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Cary, NC — One thing’s for sure, Cary seems to have no shortage of places selling  ice cream or frozen yogurt. By my research, there’s at least 14 places in town to get your fill of the frozen treats. Given Cary’s 64 square mile size, that’s a whole lot of ice cream! Read more

Recipe: Fish on the Grill

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Cary, NC — Everyone likes to cook burgers and steaks on the grill, but many chefs feel too intimidated to attempt fish. Don’t worry, with the right cut and a few simple tools, you will see just how fast, easy and most importantly, how tasty fish on the grill can be! Read more

Thousands Flock to Cary’s First Food Truck Rodeo

A patron orders at Baguettaboutit at Cary's 1st Town Food Truck Rodeo

A patron orders at Baguettaboutit at Cary’s 1st Town Food Truck Rodeo

Cary, NC — The moment we have all been waiting for finally happened this past Sunday: Cary held its first major food truck rodeo. And, despite the threat of rain, crowds mobbed the downtown. Read more

Food: How to Pack the Perfect Picnic

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Cary, NC — With so many outdoor festivals and music events in Cary, bringing a picnic can really add to the fun. Read more

Guide to Cary Burgers, Beer and Barbecue

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Cary, NC- After writing this article, I may not be ready for bathing suit season, but I can tell you where to go for your next meal. I sacrificed calories to visit Cary’s best comfort food restaurants, trying several types of burgers and barbecue, the perfect summer foods. Read more

Meat House Becomes The Butcher’s Market

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Cary, NC — Derek Wilkins and his father, Craig,  have owned The Meat House shop in Cary since January of 2010. This month, they are breaking away from the franchise model and are rebranding their store in Cary (and second location in Raleigh) to become their own neighborhood butcher shop, called simply, The Butcher’s Market. Read more

Mother’s Day Recipes for Guys

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Cary, NC — Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday (May 11, 2014). For many dudes, this represents a significant cooking challenge. Fear not – we have a few of our favorite guy-tested recipes to ease the anxiety. Read more

Ashworth Drugs Celebrates 57 Years Downtown

The inside of Ashworth's Drugstore circa approximately 1957

The inside of Ashworth Drugs circa 1957

Cary, NC- It was Easter Monday on April 21, in 1957 when Ashworth Drugs opened in Downtown Cary, after Ralph Ashworth purchased the drugstore from Henry Adams. Read more

Easter Recipe: Glazed Ham and Potato Salad

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Cary, NC- At Easter, there are certain dishes that a family expects to see as they gather around the table, dishes that are steeped in tradition like ham or lamb which would have been eaten as the winter season gave way to the promise of spring. Read more

Fortnight Brewery is Here to Stay

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Fortnight crew: Colin Spark, Derek Garman, Stuart Arnold and Michael Anderson.

Cary, NC – Fortnight Brewery finished brewing their first batch on January  27th, 2014. But it has taken months of inspections, delays and the intervention of an elected official to get all the necessary certifications. Read more