What a quiet week ahead in Raleigh. I had to dig deep to find you some events and happenings this week. Monday & Tuesday are having their annual nap days! Weds & Thurs are just waking up and Friday to Sunday are raring to go! I have difficult choices on Friday night with several live

When summer hits, you may be looking out at your sun-drenched garden and thinking it could do with a bit of a spruce up. In a city as green and pollen filled as Raleigh, you’ve got to get your garden singing the same tune, right? If you’re a flourishing gardener or a well-established plant lover,

When we first moved to the USA from Australia, we thought hot dogs were a thing you mostly ate at baseball games and fairgrounds. But it turns out, hot dogs are more than a sideline treat. They are consumed at any time and on any day of the week with many family-owned restaurants and food

You know what we could all use a little more of? Self-care. It’s easy to get swept up in household chores, business meetings, and parenting responsibilities. So, when it all becomes a bit too much, it’s time to take yourself on a spa day! We’re really lucky here in the Raleigh area because we have

Raleigh vs Charlotte. Which city is best for you? Both Raleigh and Charlotte are fast-growing, popular cities in North Carolina, and each offer something unique. So, if you are dreaming of a new home in North Carolina, then you are probably pondering over which of these major cities appeals to you best. Of course, we

Whether you’re new to living in Raleigh or you’re just looking to find new friends and build connections with members of the local community, there is no better way to meet people than to get offline and try out some local clubs and meet-up groups. In Raleigh, there is no shortage of book clubs, sports

We first moved to Raleigh in 2004 and have been witness to its tremendous growth. We also have close friends who live in nearby Durham and know that city well. However, we have only lived in Raleigh and considering we chose to live here after immigrating from Australia, we highly recommend it. But that doesn’t

You know we’ve now arrived at the time when Raleigh experiences only three temperatures: hot, hotter, and hottest. Yep, summer in Raleigh can be intense, but we personally love it. You might be trading in the hiking boots and bike helmets for ice cold ales in an air-conditioned Raleigh brewery. I kinda get it, but I’m

If you’re planning on visiting Duke University in Durham, you’re not short of accommodation near Duke’s leafy campus to use as your base. However, Durham isn’t a one-size-fits-all destination. You can wake up in a grand, historic inn with polished wood floors or in a sleek boutique hotel that feels more like an art gallery

One of our favorite summertime events in Raleigh is the sunflower field being in bloom at Dorothea Dix Park. As of right now (July 11, 2026) the dial has been turned up on the summer heat and for approximately the next two weeks, the sunflowers are standing to attention. Dorothea Dix is the most famous