Koffee Kafe: Now Serving at the Cary Train Station

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Cary, NC — The Koffee Kafe–a friendly, grab-and-go coffee service–just opened in the Cary Amtrak station downtown, and it’s serving the community in more ways than one. I met with the owner, CoCo McMillan, to get more details. Read more

Recipes: Snow Cream (For Next Time)

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Cary, NC — Have you ever made snow cream? Many Cary residents (especially those from the north) haven’t heard of the delicious ice cream-like treat. This week’s snow wasn’t favorable for snow cream-making but, next time it snows, have this recipe ready. Trust me, you’ll want to try it. Read more

Food: A Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Dinner

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It’s easy to make a special Valentine’s Day meal for your family.

Cary, NC — When I was a little younger, before the days of dates and boyfriends, my mom would always prepare a special Valentine’s Day dinner for our family–complete with festive pink food. With a little bottle of red food coloring and a lot of love, you can do the same thing. Read more

Superbowl Eats: New England Lobster Rolls

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Cary, NC — In recognition of the Seahawks, CaryCitizen published a recipe for Seattle Hot Dogs last Thursday. But, if you’re a Patriots fan, this is your week. Here’s a recipe for New England Lobster Rolls and, if you’re a lobster-newbie like me, a “cheater’s” recipe for the same dish made with crab meat instead. Read more

Superbowl Eats: Seattle Dogs

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Cary, NC — While folks in Cary may be disappointed that our Panthers are not playing in Superbowl XLIX, we can still host a party and watch the big game on Sunday, February 1, 2015.  Read more

Food: A Lighter, Loaded Potato Soup

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Cary, NC — The weather forecast for the next week or so has caused many of us to seek soul-warming recipes. We asked Dan Saklad from Whisk to provide us with one of his favorites–a healthier version of your classic loaded potato soup. Read more

Restaurants: Pho 919

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Morrisville, NC — Who couldn’t use a hot, satisfying bowl of Pho on a cold winter day? Fortunately, we have Pho 919, a new place to get the classic Vietnamese soup right on Davis Drive in Morrisville. Read more

Restaurants: Red Hot & Blue Returns to Cary

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Cary, NC — If you’ve been in Cary long enough, like me, then you might remember the old Red Hot & Blue that used to reside in Waverly Place. The restaurant closed down even before Waverly’s renovation, but word has it that a new Red Hot & Blue will open there again this month. Read more

Recipes: Cocktails to Ring in The New Year

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Cary, NC — When I plan a New Year’s get-together, I like to serve my friends signature cocktails. Read more

Recipe: Braised Pork Chops

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Cary, NC — My favorite method of cooking is braising. I just looked it up and found out this past weekend. Forthwith, here’s a recipe for Braised Pork Chops that is simple to make and will melt in your mouth. Read more