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The ‘Taco Truck’ is thought to have originated in 1974, when Raul Martinez converted an old ice cream truck into a mobile taco making station and parked it outside of a Los Angeles bar (JSTOR Daily). Today they are all over the US enticing us with their affordable foods such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas …
The Carolina Inn is more than just a hotel, it is one of the most iconic institutions in Chapel Hill and is the host of Fridays on the Front Porch from the beginning of June through to the start of October each summer. When you walk up the stairs to the Inn’s front porch you …
Now if you’re from the South like me, then chances are you love banana pudding! However, there are all sorts of ways to make this easily at home, but there is only one right way to do it. All you need are nilla wafers, Jell-O pudding (and some milk), bananas, and cool whip. My secret to this …
Possibly my favourite Chapel Hill institution, Merritt’s will never cease to satisfy me. With hands down, the best BLT in the business, Merritt’s is a long time favourite of Chapel Hillians and visitors alike. Nestled just off of UNC’s campus lies Merritt’s allowing it to have a lovely tranquil outside space and great parking. Their …
Located in Saxapahaw, “Left Bank Butchery is located in Saxapahaw’s former textile mill and serves the community that raises our delicious and sustainable meat. Our butcher shop is built on the foundations of supporting local agriculture, providing healthy food for our community, educating and engaging our customers in the many aspects of sustainable farming and …
Namu in Durham describes itself as, “where Korean heritage, food truck ingenuity, and the local community meet. With delicious fare, cold brews, and deep roots.” While in a bizarre location this allows them to have a huge and inviting outside space made up of different sections that even include a water feature and outdoor …
I must say that I love my hometown of Chapel Hill, it is a sweet Southern College town that is always changing yet retains its familiarity to those who were brought up here. Being a college town there is a pizza restaurant on every corner, how long they last is a different …
I discovered Utica Bakery when reading through the ‘Chapel Hill Carrboro Foodies‘ Facebook Group where someone recommended this bakery. This Facebook group is a must join for anyone interested in discovering new restaurants in the Triangle Area. This group is especially great at the moment for finding out which restaurants are offering different services, …