Let’s be honest — I do not need much of an excuse to eat tacos and sip margaritas. But Cinco de Mayo? That is basically a holiday built for people like me. The Social Studies teacher in me does feel obligated to mention that this is largely an American celebration and not widely observed in…
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18 Perfect Day Trips from Raleigh NC
If you are anything like David and me, some of the best weekends are not the ones you plan for months — they are the ones where you just get in the car on a Saturday morning, coffee in hand, and go see something new. North Carolina is stacked with little towns and hidden gems…
Best Patio Dining in Raleigh NC (Updated for 2026)
There are few things I enjoy more than dining out, especially at a restaurant with a great patio. Raleigh has so many delicious places to eat, and today I am sharing the best patio dining in Raleigh NC. These places range in price and vibes, and there is something for everyone here! This post was…
The Best Places for Lunch in Raleigh NC (2026 Guide)
I love a long, leisurely lunch, and any time I have a holiday break or time away from work, I schedule a lunch with my girlfriends so we can be Ladies Who Lunch. That was the inspiration for this post! The Triangle has blossomed into such a vibrant dining scene, and some of the most…
The Best Date Night Ideas in Raleigh, NC (2026 Guide)
Date nights are a time-honored tradition in The Grant house and have made quite the evolution in our time together. In recent years, we have taken a more progressive approach to date nights, so today I am sharing some of our favorite places to visit for a Raleigh date night in 2026. Raleigh’s dining scene…
