After our amazing experience at kō•än in Cary we had to try their sister restaurant SO•CA in the Village District of Raleigh. So we gathered some close friends and did just that! Close friends always make dinner more enjoyable. Catching up, joking, and laughing until we cry make for a perfect evening. It’s even better when the atmosphere is relaxing and the food is delicious. The Best Asian-Inspired Cuisine In the Triangle: Kō•än Cary NC Appreciation For More Than The Food Anyone who has been at a job that takes care of their employees knows that happy employees make for happy customers. The ..read more

Don’t miss these patriotic celebrations! Visit our events page for more upcoming fun and entertainment in the greater Raleigh area. July 1st Independence Day Celebration: South Park, Fuquay-Varina at 6pm-Fireworks July 2nd Wendell Fireworks Show: Wendell Community Park starting at 9pm-Fireworks July 3rd Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular and Independence Day Celebration: Wake Forest from 5:30pm-10pm Independence Weekend Sunday Funday: Tin Roof, Raleigh from 1pm-4pm Garner Independence Day Celebration: Lake Benson Park, Garner from 5pm-10pm Fourth of July Celebrations: Hunter Street Park, Apex f ..read more

Written by Sandi *Read to the end for suggestions on how to spend a day at Pullen Park. My son is in love with trains. The child-sized locomotive that chugs around the grounds of Pullen Park is his absolute favorite. With this in mind, I decided to throw his fifth birthday party there and, lucky for me, there was a pavilion that was still available for rent for a beautiful Sunday in May. I made the reservations and sent out the invitations, and then it hit me! The kids watching the train go by at Pullen Park I planned his birthday party for Mother’s Day! After I finished panicking, I realized ..read more

Amber Richon and the Successful Small Business Women group seek to promote local small businesses this Easter season with a bunny hunt. FUQUAY VARINA, NC—There is a bunny hunt currently underway in Fuquay Varina, NC. Find the bunny in a business around town and win a basket full of goodies worth at least $100! There are 12 bunnies hidden, so that means 12 baskets up for grabs! Keep reading to find out more about this bunny hunt in Fuquay Varina. What is the Successful Business Women Group? The Successful Business Women (SBW) group was founded on Facebook in October 2021 by Amber Richon with th ..read more

Raleigh NC is one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. and offers that metropolis feel with a Southern charm. Raleigh NC offers such a unique mix of modern and historic, you will find no shortage of attractions to fill your time. Whether you have just moved here, are visiting, or are a lifer, here are 21 things to do in Raleigh NC, no matter the time of year. Cultural Things To Do in Raleigh NC 1. NC Museum Of Natural Science NC Museum of Natural Science (Source) The NC Museum of Natural Sciences is located in downtown Raleigh, and is fun for all ages. You and the family can go for the da ..read more

What’s so great about the Raleigh area? Um, everything! There’s a reason that the capital of NC gets about 15 million visitors a year with more and more people moving to the area. The Raleigh area has great food, drinks, events, entertainment, sport, hiking, and the list goes on. It also borders 4 states (can’t forget Georgia) and is close to other major cities, mountains, and beaches. This is only a short list of reasons to move to Raleigh. If you need more convincing, sign up for our newsletter and see what you may have been missing. SUBSCRIBE TODAY FOR A FREE GIFT * indicates required Email ..read more

As you can see, we started eating before photos. Worth it! Kō•än means “public table”, but it should be called spoil me with food (Yòng shíwù chǒng huài wǒ, according to Google Translate). The worst part of this meal was how full I was afterward. Like, lie on the living room floor and digest, kind of full. Had to undo a shirt button I was so full. But before I talk about how good Kō•än Cary, NC is, let me set the stage. It was my birthday and I was allowing myself to be a bit spoiled. We all deserve it once in a while, am I right?! Small Plates at Kō•än The meal started with sake and moved on ..read more

Barrett’s Cookie & Biscuit Bar was founded as an in-home bakery, located in Raleigh, NC. Its co-founders are two Southern girls whose go-to foods are biscuits and cookies. With compliments from everyone in their lives, Ellen (from VA) and Laurel (an NC native) decided to share their love for the Southern staples with others. Consequently, Barrett’s Cookies & Biscuits was born the spread the perfect chocolate chip cookie with Raleigh. Their goal? To create delicious cookies and buttery biscuits that taste like they came out of Grandma’s kitchen…and enjoy doing it! Simply Southern. Bake ..read more

I instantly fell in love with CORRAL Riding Academy in Cary NC! Their mission is to help at-risk girls in the Cary NC area by pairing them with a rescue horse. They provide opportunities to learn how to form healthy relationships, deal with difficult situations, and graduate from high school. THEN, COVID HAPPENED Note: pre-COVID photo CORRAL has done everything possible to keep the girls, staff, horses, and volunteers safe, but so much more is needed. Volunteers are always needed, but you can give in other ways too. Donate money, host an event that benefits the CORRAL Riding Academy in Cary NC ..read more

Harris Lake is a 680-acre state park, near Raleigh NC, that is beautifully maintained. It rest on Harris Lake (actually a reservoir in New Hill, NC) and when we say that it has something for everyone, we really mean it. It accommodates all ages and activity levels, from advanced biking, to stroller walks, to bird watching, to fishing, to doing nothing at all. Which activity level are you today? High Energy This can apply to adults and kids, alike. There is a beautiful playground for the kids to get their energy out while you rest comfortably. There are restrooms nearby, because it never fails ..read more