We've updated our list for the Best Places in Raleigh to watch the Super Bowl in 2013. The Giants play the Patriots this Sunday in Superbowl XLVI at 6:30 pm. If you don't want to stay home, there are a lot of places around town that you could watch the game. The Citizen has scoped out the choices, and we've come up with what we think is the cream of the crop, the best places … [Read more...] about Best Places to Watch the Superbowl
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Weinberg’s Deli
A few years ago, the New York Times ran an article that observed the decline of the delicatessen. At that time, there was no New York-style deli in Raleigh. I was pleased to hear that Weinberg's Deli was going to change that. I was even more pleased to hear that Neil Horwitz would be consulting on the restaurant. Horwitz's Deli holds fond memories for me. My parents took … [Read more...] about Weinberg’s Deli
Videri’s Grand Opening
"Bean to bar" organic chocolate maker Videri Chocolate Factory will hold a grand opening on Friday, January 13, 2012. The grand opening will feature a tour of the factory and free tastings. Videri is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. and by appointment. Videri is located in the Depot Station, across from the Pit. … [Read more...] about Videri’s Grand Opening
Mandolin
Mandolin Restaurant occupies a place that is home to some old Raleigh history. But, in recent times the restaurants that have operated there have quickly become history. While Red Dragon has continued to thrive next door, EVOO and the other incarnations of 2519 Fairview Road have opened and then quietly disappeared. Raleigh native Sean Fowler hopes to change all that with … [Read more...] about Mandolin
World of Beer
World of Beer is opening on Friday, November 18, 2011 at noon. World of Beer offers over 500 beers from around the world. There is no kitchen, but one can bring in food and can order from Zoës Kitchen, Sparians, Piola, Cinelli's, Jimmy John's, Q Shack, Wang's Kitchen, and Spring Rolls. World of Beer is located at North Hills on the east side of Six Forks Road (Harris … [Read more...] about World of Beer