Category Archives: Restaurants

Raleigh’s Latest Treasure, The StateView Hotel

Posted on November 26, 2017 by kelleychisholm

Nestled deep in N.C. State’s Centennial campus, the new StateView Hotel brings a touch of class to the university with beautiful accomodations in a striking setting. Recently opened on October 11, 2017, the StateView is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel that … Continue reading →

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Seasons 52, Now Open In Raleigh!

Posted on April 24, 2017 by kelleychisholm

When I was invited to review Seasons 52’s new Raleigh location in Crabtree Valley Mall, I jumped at the chance! I was already familiar with the restaurant’s concept of serving fresh and seasonal food, locally sourced when possible, having dined … Continue reading →

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It’s the Final Final Four: Get Your Tickets Now!

Posted on November 17, 2016 by kelleychisholm

No, I’m not talking about hoops, but instead the just as exciting last two nights of The Got to Be NC Competition Series. Competing in tomorrow night’s battle are the Sedgefield Culinary Crushers, winner of the Greensboro teams, and Team … Continue reading →

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Chef Curt Shelvey Shines in Southern Pines

Posted on March 8, 2015 by kelleychisholm

  As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I have had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in the competition, as well as one of the finalists. … Continue reading →

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Not Your Typical Bar Food, Thanks to Executive Chef Patrick Cowden, Tobacco Road Sports Café

Posted on January 26, 2015 by kelleychisholm

  As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in the competition and learn more about their experience, why they … Continue reading →

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Getting Healthy with Chef Ryan Conklin, Rex Healthcare

Posted on January 20, 2015 by kelleychisholm

As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in the competition and learn more about their experience, why they think … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let His Youthfulness Fool You. Chef Benjamin Harris Has What It Takes!

Posted on January 18, 2015 by kelleychisholm

    As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in the competition and learn more about their experience, why … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Chef Christopher Hill, Faire Restaurant, Raleigh, NC

Posted on January 15, 2015 by kelleychisholm

  As part of the Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015, I had the pleasure to interview the talented chefs from the four Raleigh restaurants participating in this year’s competition and learn more about their culinary experience, … Continue reading →

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Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series, Triangle 2015

Posted on January 15, 2015 by kelleychisholm

I am so excited to announce the upcoming schedule for the Got to Be NC Competition Series 2015 Triangle battles, which start next week on January 19th! For those of you who follow this blog, you may recall I had the honor of … Continue reading →

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Smashburger, Take Two

Posted on December 15, 2014 by kelleychisholm

  For those of you who follow this blog, you may recall my post earlier this year about Smashburger’s debut in Durham. In that post I wished that owners Ketan and Jayshri Patel would open a location in Raleigh, and … Continue reading →

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