Amber Watson started the Bites of Bull City blog, which covers the Durham restaurant scene, six years ago. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Watson has been able to continue her blog, highlighting some of her favorite restaurants to get take-out. We asked her to tell us some of her favorite take-out places. Check out the 2019 WRAL Voters' Choice Award winner for best blog Bites of Bull City - https://bitesofbullcity.com/ And learn more about the 2020 WRAL Voters' Choice Awards- http://wral.com/v...
Aug 04, 2020•17 min
Former WRAL anchor and current WRAL.com Voters' Choice Award Best Twitter winner Bill Leslie updates us on what he's been doing during the pandemic and tells us what Twitter accounts he loves following. Follow Bill Leslie on Twitter - https://twitter.com/wralbleslie And check out the WRAL.com Voters' Choice Award winners for 2019 - WRAL.com/vcas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2020•14 min
This week, we talk with Stir's new executive chef Heather Miro about what it was like starting a new job during the pandemic. Plus, we talk about her previous gig at a Disney resort and what new items on Stir's menu. Find out more about Stir Raleigh - https://stirraleigh.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22, 2020•14 min
Tom Mukoyama of Raleigh's Tonbo Ramen talks about the secrets to great ramen, plus how his business has been affected during the coronavirus pandemic. Learn more about Tonbo Ramen - https://www.tonboramen.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2020•14 min
Prime BBQ in Knightdale opened its doors during a pandemic. Owner Christopher Prieto explains how they are navigating the coronavirus and why he is a self-confessed BBQ nerd. Learn more about Prime BBQ - https://prime-bbq.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 08, 2020•19 min
How does a buffet change its methods during a pandemic? That's the question we asked Baba Ghannouj owner Kaid Ghamayem on this week's podcast. Kaid had some great insight on what they are doing to still serve up a great buffet but safely. Learn more about Baba Ghannouj in RTP - https://www.babaghannoujbuffet.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2020•12 min
Carroll's Kitchen, a cafe in downtown Raleigh, gives jobs to women trying to escape domestic abuse, facing homelessness or dealing with other crises. This week, we talk with co-founder Vicky Ismail about how the business got started and what the future holds. Learn more about Carroll's Kitchen - https://www.carrollskitchen.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2020•16 min
Jackie Morin is a big fan of sugar, so it is natural that she has a business that is all about candy. She and her husband opened Wonderpuff, which makes gourmet cotton candy. After a successful pop-up shop in Durham in 2019, Morin is opening a permanent location at Boxyard RTP in Morrisville. Find out more about Wonderpuff - https://www.instagram.com/wonderpuff/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2020•18 min
Australia's largest Mexican franchise Zambrero is expanding to Durham. Today we talk with Susie Deatherage, chief operating officer of Phoenix Restaurants, LLC, which owns Zambrero's Raleigh and Durham locations. Learn more about Zambrero - https://www.zambrero.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 03, 2020•11 min
Locals Oyster Bar will open its second location on Friday, May 29, at the Durham Food Hall. On this episode we catch up with chef Eric Montagne and co-owner Lin Peterson to find out how business has been going at the Raleigh location and Locals Seafood. Check out Locals Seafood - http://localsseafood.com/ Check out Locals Oyster Bar - http://www.localsoysterbar.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2020•12 min
Saltbox Seafood owner Ricky Moore went from wanting to become a graphic artist to cooking in the military and then going to culinary school. In this episode, Ricky tells us about his culinary journey, plus tells us how his business has dealt with COVID-19 concerns. Learn more about Saltbox Seafood - https://www.saltboxseafoodjoint.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 2020•37 min
Norse Brewing opened its doors in December 2019 and only a few months later they had to close again due to COVID-19. Brewmaster Brad Wynn used the two months they were closed to create 10 new beers for the menu. Find out more about their plans to reopen safely and what types of new beer you can expect. Norse Brewing - https://norsebrewingco.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 26, 2020•10 min
Pastry chef Daniel Benjamin opened Lucettegrace in downtown Raleigh more than five years ago. Now, he is preparing to reopen after being closed due to the coronavirus. Find out more about lucettegrace - https://lucettegrace.com/ and follow them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lucettegrace/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21, 2020•22 min
Executive pastry chef Andrew Ullom left famed chef Ashley Christensen's restaurant group last year to open Union Special bakeshop and cafe. Not even open a year, the business has responded to the coronvairus pandemic by trying to feed as many people in need as they can. Learn more about Union Special - https://www.unionspecialbread.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2020•19 min
Kim Hammer opened Bittersweet, a dessert bar in downtown Raleigh, six years ago. A few years ago, local grocery store Raleigh Provisions followed. Now, Hammer is balancing keeping her businesses open during the coronavirus pandemic. We talk with Hammer about what her businesses are doing differently and why the state government considering to-go cocktail sales was a glimmer of hope for restaurants and bars. Check out Raleigh Provisions - https://raleighprovisions.com/ and Bittersweet - http://bi...
May 19, 2020•26 min
It has been five years in the making. Durham Food Hall is finally opening its doors and we talk to founder Adair Mueller about the challenges they are facing opening during a pandemic. Find out more about Durham Food Hall including a list of vendors - https://durhamfoodhall.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2020•17 min
Linda Eats World blogger Linda Nguyen is offering free photo shoots to local businesses. On this episode she talks about getting takeout, her fiance playing video games and tries not to stress out about her fall wedding. Connect with Linda Eats World - https://www.instagram.com/lindaeatsworld/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2020•20 min
Josh DeCarolis, the co-owner of Mothers and Sons, talks about a new venture, Alimentari, an Italian butcher and grocery store in Raleigh and now Durham. Order from Alimentari in Raleigh - https://www.instagram.com/alimentari_at_left_bank/ Order from Alimentari in Durham - https://www.instagram.com/alimentariatmothersandsons/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2020•15 min
Tabletop Media's Kristen Baughman helped launch Wake County's first food hub, Kommunity. She tells us how the project got started and what makes it unique! Learn more about Tabletop Media https://www.tabletopmediagroup.com/ and the Kommunity Hub https://www.koancary.com/kommunity-hub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2020•11 min
Wedding planner Aneesa Glines is used to helping couples celebrate their big day, but now she is figuring out how to help them reschedule everything due to the coronavirus. We talk to Aneesa about the changes her business is going through and a fun hobby she has turned into a side hustle! Harmony Weddings - https://www.harmonyweddingsevents.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11, 2020•14 min
WRAL reporter Mikaya Thurmond followed in her mother's footsteps by going into television. At a very early age, Mikaya starred on her own talk show. On today's podcast, Mikaya reflects on her childhood, talks about what it's like working from home and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 07, 2020•18 min
WRAL anchor Renee Chou loves being a mom. Her daughter, Elsa, is turning 6 years old this weekend - making it a special Mother's Day weekend. On this episode Renee talks about what it is like working from home - she anchors the news from her guest room - plus what it is like being a mom! Plus, little Elsa drops by for a special appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 06, 2020•18 min
WRAL anchor Kathryn Brown is a triathlete and mother of three. She's currently broadcasting the news straight from her guest room during the coronavirus pandemic. Brown talks about a little about how she is handling her full house - which also includes a new puppy - plus why her mom is her best friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 05, 2020•20 min
Owner Craig Wilkins shares details about what you can expect at The Butcher's Market, including their array of prepared meals. This family owned business is also planning to expand! Visit The Butcher's Market online - https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 04, 2020•11 min
The Durham Bulls would normally be on the field, but the coronavirus pandemic has closed the ballpark. What are they doing to stay busy? We talk with the Bulls' Director of Marketing Ben Devore about what they have been up to, including ways they are helping feed local healthcare workers. Learn more about the Durham Bulls' Pizza and Popsicles project - https://www.milb.com/durham/community/pizza-and-paletas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2020•16 min
Venable chef and owner Drew Moore has started a program to feed frontline healthcare workers during the coronavirus pandemic. He shares info about that program, plus how he ended up in North Carolina after he spent two years cooking in Italy! Links: Venable Bistro - https://venablebistro.com/ NCFeedER - https://venablebistro.com/ncfeeder/ Carrboro United Local Food Hub - https://carrborounited.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2020•19 min
Amber Moshakos of LM Restaurants shares the story of how the Carolina Ale House was founded, plus details on their other properties - Vidrio and Taverna Agora. All locations are open and doing take-out and offering delivery options. Find out more information for each restaurant at its website: TavernaAgora.com, VidrioRaleigh.com and CarolinaAleHouse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 28, 2020•14 min
Kristen Cleve always thought that everyone knew what good pie tasted like. She grew up the daughter of an award-winning baker. She went on to open her own bakery, Slice Pie Company, six years ago. And now, her pies are in demand as people seek some comfort food! Find out more about Slice Pie Company - https://www.slicepiecompany.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2020•15 min
Blue Water Spa is rewarding people who pledge to stay home. We talk with Kile Law to find out what people will receive if they take the pledge, plus what the spa is offering frontline workers. Find out more about Blue Water Spa - https://www.bluewaterspa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2020•15 min
Emily Neville started Reborn Clothing Company when she was in college at N.C. State. The company transforms old clothing into new items like laptop cases, bandannas and blankets. Now, she is teaming up with others local businesses to support COVID-19 relief efforts. Find out more about Reborn and order one of their COVID-19 relief effort shirts (15 percent of proceeds go to Carolina Textile District to produce PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for those on the front lines) via their website - ...
Apr 23, 2020•10 min
