Posted by Leslie Huffman
Featured, Go Local, Shop & Dine
Friday, August 20th, 2010

Harold Burt, “Music Man”
During his senior year in college at N.C. State, Harold Burt spent part time teaching band at all 7 elementary schools in Raleigh. He was then employed in 1950 at Cary High School to teach Industrial Arts and to organize the first High School Band.
Posted by Hal Goodtree
Featured, Food, Go Local
Thursday, August 12th, 2010

The mini-pear tomatoes were fun and tasty. The blueberries were plump and ripe and ready to eat at 2 cartons for $5. It’s been a good season for peppers. Cantaloupes were heavy and sweet. And then there were the watermelons. Field-ripened and massive as artillery shells.
Posted by Hal Goodtree
Featured, Food, Go Local, Shop & Dine
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

As part of our Go Local initiative, we’re happy to offer CaryCitizen readers a coupon for 25% off Martin’s Curry Rice in Morrisville.
Posted by Hal Goodtree
Agriculture, Food, Go Local, Shop & Dine
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

Wedged in behind the confluence of Davis Drive and Salem Church Road is a small farm known as DJ’s Berry Patch. Recently, they decided to sell fresh produce to the public seven days a week.
Posted by Leslie Huffman
Food, Go Local, Shop & Dine
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

I just returned from a trip with my son to New York City, where we infused our senses with New York style coal-fired pizza. On the plane home we both discussed how we can never go back to eating pizza at any of the local chains again. Just when I thought all was lost, I got an email from Bella Mia.
Posted by Lindsey Chester
Go Local, Shop & Dine
Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Greg Lewis runs Catering By Design out of restaurant in Cary, but he does most of his business elsewhere. In tough times, he’s figured out a few ways to keep the profits cooking.
Posted by Leslie Huffman
Go Local, Shop & Dine
Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Cary, NC – A glass of wine. Simple, but it can impact all your senses. From sight and scent to taste, aftertaste, and the overall impression that the wine leaves behind after you’ve finished.
Posted by Hal Goodtree
Go Local, Profiles, Shop & Dine
Thursday, April 29th, 2010

When it comes to small town charm, you can’t beat Ashworth Drugs. With a soda fountain, lunch counter and a traditional standard of personal service, it’s like a step back to a friendlier, bygone era.
Posted by Leslie Huffman
Go Local, Shop & Dine
Thursday, April 15th, 2010

Cary, NC – I have vices just like everyone else. Mine are hugs from my children, chocolate, and good coffee. Those three things make my life just a little sweeter. On a daily basis I must have my hugs and my coffee. A rich dark roast with cream and a little sugar is the way [...]
Posted by Lindsey Chester
Food, Go Local, Shop & Dine
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Cary, NC- I recently had the pleasure of meeting Ricky Moore, Executive Chef for Giorgio as he was passing out handmade fritters at the Western Wake Farmer’s Market. I was so charmed, that I decided to follow up with a visit to the newly opened restaurant at the northwest corner of Cary Parkway and High [...]