Archive for October, 2009

Pumpkins are cute enough to eat – Now Serving: Independent Weekly

I’m in love with pumpkin goodies this season. Since writing the column, I’ve made pumpkin chocolate cupcakes (I’m not a baker… yet) and have tried an amazing pumpkin chicken curry at Spize Cafe in downtown Raleigh. Local chefs get inventive with pumpkin by Victoria Bouloubasis Smirking jack-o’-lanterns are popping up on patios and stoops all [...]

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Gourmet magazine to close

The NY Times reports on its Media Decoder blog that Conde Nast will announce today the closing of Gourmet magazine. Very shocking news, in my opinion. I’ll always hold a dear place in my heart for Gourmet’s special edition on Latin American cuisine, which includes a stellar write-up on five of Durham’s favorite taquerias. Condé [...]

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Eating on the fly – DISH: Independent Weekly

The Independent Weekly’s special DISH issue is on stands now. Jane Hobson Snyder did an amazing, extensive job uncovering the “Top 40 Places to Eat Near the Airport,” from fine dining and café bistros to ethnic fare or a quick lunch. And Julie Johnson schools us on beer once again, in her distinct, entertaining style. [...]

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