Raleigh Magazine

01/12/2026

It's 2026, and taking care of yourself is very much in. Now, furthering functional wellness habits and a holistic approach to health is North Raleigh's recently debuted Bloom Collective. Located inside Modern Apotheca, the all-in-one cafe, boutique and creative hangout features a Flower Bar, Greenhouse Market and regularly scheduled DIY Bloom Sessions workshops. Learn more about all the offerings at the link in bio. 🌼🌿

Eric and Corey Stahl’s recently bowed functional wellness outpost Bloom Collective offers a whimsical hub for healthy NA bevs, creative workshops & more.

01/09/2026

It's time to let the dogs *in*. Barking Dog's North Hills location is now open in the Park District, marking its first NC outpost. The dog-friendly restaurant and bar out of NYC is an ideal spot to enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks (think burgers and sandwiches, salads, and omelets and waffles for brunch) with your furry companion(s). Woof, there it is! 🐾

📷 Chair 8

01/09/2026

Raleigh Magazine chats up modern country icons Rascal Flatts ahead of their performance at Lenovo Center Jan. 15. ⏬🎶

Raleigh Magazine chats up modern country icons Rascal Flatts ahead of their performance at The Lenovo Jan. 15.

01/07/2026

Can you even call yourself a Raleighite if you haven’t indulged in a big breakfast at Big Ed’s Restaurant? We revisit the country-cooking mainstay has been holding down City Market since 1989. 🍳

🔗 https://raleighmag.com/2025/12/big-eds-raleigh

01/06/2026

"Hot tamale!" 🌵🎢 Part of South of the Border—the iconic roadside attraction on I-95 at the North/South Carolina border—is officially up for sale.

Listed at $2.85 million, the listing includes 30 acres with several closed attractions: Pedroland amusement park, the SOB Convention Center, a motel, a minigolf course, vacant land and a former casino. The sombrero observation tower, reptile lagoon, main hotel and campground, and souvenir stores and restaurants remain open and operating.

According to real estate agent Ken Jackson, the property “could be redeveloped as a hotel or other travel-oriented business.” One catch: no fireworks sales allowed. Stay tuned to see what’s next!

📷 South of the Border

01/06/2026

Here’s to ! The popular ‘cue joint held a celebration today in honor of receiving their Michelin award—capped off with a delish lunch of barbecue faves, naturally. Congrats to the entire team! 👏

01/06/2026

Consider your thirst quenched. The City of Raleigh - Government has teamed up with Trophy Brewing Company to can—and add a bit of sparkle—to Raleigh’s prized aqua. Meet Oak City Sparkle at the link. ✨💦

Raleigh is partnering with Trophy Brewing Co. to can and add a bit of ~sparkle~ to the city’s prized water.

01/05/2026

Are dining rules dead? From phones at the table to tipping and double-dipping, we test classic dining etiquette against Gen X, millennials and Gen Z opinions. Have thoughts? Drop 'em in the comments!

From phones at the table to tipping and double-dipping, we test classic dining etiquette against Gen X, millennials and Gen Z opinions.

01/05/2026

KEEP POUNDING! 🐾The Panthers are so back in the Playoffs—thanks to a little help from the Falcons—for the first time since 2017 and first appearance in the Tepper era. Panthers will play host to the Rams on Wildcard weekend, who they beat in late November. Date and time TBA. Let’s run it back!

📸 Panthers

01/04/2026

A beloved Raleigh educator was killed early this morning (Jan. 3) following a reported burglary at her home on Clay Street, according to police.⁠
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Officers responded to a 911 call at 6:33 a.m. from Zoe Welsh, who reported an intruder inside her residence. While still on the phone with dispatch, police say the suspect began to assault her. Officers rendered lifesaving aid at the scene before she was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries.⁠
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The suspect, Ryan Camacho, 36, was taken into custody nearby and has been charged with her murder.⁠
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Welsh was an esteemed science teacher at Ravenscroft School and chair of the school’s science department, a role she was widely respected for, according to the head of the school. The loss has sent shockwaves through the local community.⁠
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“I am deeply heartbroken for this mother, friend and mentor to many in our community, and for the unimaginable trauma her family must endure,” said Raleigh Police Chief Rico Boyce. “We extend our deepest sympathy to Ms. Welsh's family during this incredibly difficult time.”

📷 WRAL; LinkedIn

12/30/2025

RIP to another iconic Downtown Raleigh restaurant. ... Ashley Christensen's beloved Beasley's Chicken + Honey, which has anchored the corner of South Wilmington and East Martin streets for over a decade, announced today in an email sent to customers that they are permanently closing Jan. 25. Stay tuned for what's next for the space.

📷 Visit Raleigh

12/29/2025

North Raleigh's Zest Cafe and Home Art announced its permanent closure on Saturday, Dec. 27, after 30 years of business, citing post-pandemic difficulties. "In addition, increasing costs and tariffs make it necessary for our family to make a change," the beloved cafe said in an Instagram post.

Zest will be hosting a going-out-of-business sale Tuesday, Jan. 6, during which "everything must go." Be sure to snag something to remember it by. ❤️