It is often hard for me to believe that I have lived in Raleigh for over 15 years now, though I have had the pleasure of experiencing the impressively fast rate the city has grown in recent years. Raleigh is one of those cities that feels small, though it has a lot to offer, with…
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48 Meals I Enjoyed in 2024
Back in early 2023, I rounded up my favorite meals from across North Carolina from 2022 on Instagram in a two-part series on my feed (part 1 | part 2) + a reel of our annual Christmas Eve tradition. I got this idea from Lindsay of Welcome to Raleighwood because she shared some of her favorite dishes that she had tried…
10 Best Bookstores in Raleigh Durham and Chapel Hill
One of my goals when traveling is to find a local, independent bookstore to browse and I always bring a book home as a souvenir. Bookstores are so cozy and inviting, and I always love seeing staff picks for books. They also feature great gift ideas for friends and family. Supporting local bookstores is a…
6+ Best Winter Sweaters I’ve Been Living In this Season
Despite the unseasonably warm winter often experienced in early December in North Carolina, I live in sweaters. I am a huge fan of oversized sweaters and tunic sweaters for both work and weekend wear. I am a big fan of versatile sweaters that can be worn with jeans, leggings, or with skirts, so today, I…
Adding Curb Appeal with Fairview Garden Center
One of my favorite local businesses is Fairview Garden Center, which has been family-owned and operated for 50 years. Fairview is our go-to during the seasons for styling our front porch, wreaths for the holiday season, and now, landscaping needs. David and I moved into our home in 2017 and have slowly been making updates…
