My visit to Oryx was a strange experience. Oryx has a cool, contemporary atmosphere that fits in well with its Glenwood South location. The service was good. The menu was interesting and the food looked good. But, I found the cocktails and food so quirky that I'd suggest that the chef do some tweaking to the menu. I ordered the Scimitar Nectar, which the menu said was a … [Read more...] about Oryx
Sola Coffee has opened
Sola Coffee has opened. Sola (not to be confused with Solas located on Glenwood South) is a local, family-owned business and is located in Greystone, on the corner of Sawmill and Lead Mine Road. Sola offers free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating, and will offer drive-through service in the future. We have not had a chance to check out Sola personally. But, from the looks of the coffee … [Read more...] about Sola Coffee has opened
Blue MANGO
There's a lot to like about Blue Mango, which just opened on Glenwood South. In focusing my reviews on new restaurants, I've seen a lot of places open up, with varying degrees of success. Blue Mango has done a really superb job. Everything about the restaurant is quality; the interior design, the service, and the food. The other restaurants that come to mind that had it … [Read more...] about Blue MANGO
Honor By August Interview
Honor By August will be performing at the Pour House on Friday, March 9, 2012. The DC-based band has released two albums, Drowning Out the Television and Found. They are currently recording their third album, from which have already released one song, Just a Little. Honor By August lead singer Michael Pearsall was kind enough to take some time for an interview. Tell us … [Read more...] about Honor By August Interview
Raleigh Amphitheater Concert April Update
The Raleigh Amphitheater has updated its concert line up for April 2012. Raleigh Amphitheater Concert Series Line-up Cake, April 15 Tickets go on sale Friday, February 24 at 10am at LiveNation.com, the Hardee’s Thickburger Box Office at Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion, the Progress Energy Center Box office, Ticketmaster or charge by phone 800-745-3000. DAYGLOW, April … [Read more...] about Raleigh Amphitheater Concert April Update