Coffee is an essential component in many morning routines. If you lack the patience or time to brew your own, a coffee shop is also an important piece of the puzzle. Some of us turn to Starbucks, but often the best brews are found at your locally owned establishment. Even if it’s not rush hour, […]
Summer is festival season for a reason: long days, great weather, roomier schedules. It’s the perfect time to get outside after a winter in hiding and a spring full of pollen and rain. When you live at the Brannan, you’re right in the heart of Downtown Durham. Our city’s restaurants, arts scene, and big events […]
Documentaries are a nice change of pace from your average movie-going experience. Instead of escaping reality, documentaries give us a chance to examine it, often from a fresh perspective. It’s why works as intimate as Jiro Dreams of Sushi to those as broad as The Civil War have found renewed interest on Netflix and Hulu. […]
With the worst of the cold weather behind us, there’s no better way to enjoy the day than chowing down on an old-fashioned (or new-fashioned) cheeseburger. We’ve found the very best burgers Durham has to offer, whether it’s an American classic or a new-fangled foodie dream. Town Hall Burger and Beer 7830 Hwy NC 751, […]
Remember those old commercials saying you could work from home? Remember how most of them were scams? Nowadays, working from home is becoming increasingly common (and legitimate.) Ubiquitous high-speed internet and collaboration platforms have made remote employees much more common. But working at home can get lonely, and limit your potential networking opportunities. Thankfully co-working […]
Food trucks are an interesting study in foodie trends. Once the domain of places like New York City, they served fast and simple fare for tourists and others on the go. But as cities around the country have developed broader palates, they’ve adopted to fill a particular market niche: experimentation. Your average food truck is […]
If you haven’t made reservations for Valentine’s Day yet, you’re likely already behind schedule! The National Restaurant Association says 25% of Americans dine out on February 14th. Whether you’re an old school romantic or believe Valentine’s Day is a gimmick created by the greeting card companies, embrace the opportunity for romance – and the chance […]
If you’re new to North Carolina, we need to make something very clear. We value only two things more than our barbecue: family and college basketball. You can’t eat either of those, so we tend to make pork a frequent thing. Our barbecue is distinctive. There are two types: eastern and western. The eastern stuff […]
Perfecting the downtown bar crawl is more art than science. Your list of hot spots can change depending upon the weather, your friends, your mood. Regardless of such factors, a great bar can become a staple of your nightlife repertoire. Whether you’re planning your weekend on the town or showing off Durham’s hot spots to […]
Who doesn’t love brunch? Once the meal you spent with your grandparents after church on Sundays, it’s now an excuse to get together with your foodie friends to drink mimosas. With so many great options, how will you ever choose where to spend your weekly brunch? You’re in luck – we’ll be your guide. Sit […]
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