Raising the Bar
The rise of rooftop culture in the Triangle. BY DATHAN KAZSUK North Carolina isn’t exactly the first place that comes to mind when you think of rooftop bar culture. That
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Pork on Your Fork
Looking for great barbecue? Tastes and traditions are expanding. BY KURT DUSTERBERG Christopher Prieto is acquainted with all the finer points of the barbecue game. The owner of Prime Barbecue
Day Trippin’ on Two Wheels
There’s something extraordinary about traveling by motorcycle. Your senses are heightened as you become one with the environment. In a car, you’re sitting in a cage behind a screen called
Home Field Advantage
No matter where soccer takes Brianna Pinto, her world-class game keeps roots in the Triangle. BY KURT DUSTERBERG Brianna Pinto is relaxing on a patio that overlooks Cary’s WakeMed Soccer
Peter Hook & The Light Deliver at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro
By Dathan Kazsuk It’s been a couple of years since Peter Hook & the Light graced the Triangle, and honestly, it’s felt like a lifetime. Last time around, Hooky gave us a
BBQ & Bubbly at Fenton: Smoke, Sparkle and (a Little Bit of) Sold Out
By Dathan Kazsuk Let me tell you—if you throw “BBQ” and “Bubbly” into the same event title, you better believe I’ll be there with an empty stomach and a desire
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The Soccer Tournament (TST) returned to Cary this week for its second annual competition at WakeMed Soccer Park. This open tournament brings together domestic and international teams, from amateur to Champions League clubs, to compete 7-on-7 for a winner-take-all prize of $1 million. @tst7v7 @wmspcary #thesoccertournament #ncsoccer #wakemedsoccerpark
Read more about TST through the link in our bio.
Written and photos by Kyle Marie McMahon
Finally made it to @laterrazzaraleigh!
That view! Those cocktails! The fantastic food! 💯
Photos courtesy of Julie Lee
On stage in June! 🎭
In an effort to support local arts, we’ll be posting a monthly resource about theater in the area. Here’s what we’re looking forward to this month.
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@fireboxtheatrecompany @honestpinttheatre @theatreraleigh @burningcoaltc @justicetheaterproject @nract_raleigh @rlt1936 @theatreinthepark #nctheatre #ncarts #raleigharts #raleightheatre
@downtownraleigh’s @10thandterrace rooftop bar has turned its affinity for music and proximity to the @redhatamphitheater into one of the best things this summer—its newly launched Concerts & Cocktails.
Starting this Wednesday, the bar will begin a series of drinks inspired by nearby performances at the amphitheater.
Green River ($15), based on the popular 1969 @theofficialccr song of the same name, is a refreshing blend of Bacardi silver rum, DeLeón platinum tequila, honeydew-cucumber-apple oleo syrup with a lime and cucumber garnish.
On Wednesday, June 12, the rooftop bar will release the Pink Pony Club, the afternoon of the @chappellroan “Princess Tour.” The Pink Pony Club ($16) is made with Espolón reposado tequila, watermelon pucker, lime, hot bitters, Fee Brothers fee foam and a tajín rim.
The final drink of June comes courtesy of the American jam band from Wilton, Connecticut—Goose. Although the ingredients sound relatively simple, this drink packs a flavorful punch. The Goose Juice ($14) is an orange-infused Grey Goose (get it) vodka with house-made grenadine and lemon.
Photos by @lust_for_musick
#downtownraleigh #redhatamphitheater #raleighmusic #raleighconcerts #creedenceclearwaterrevival #chappellroan #goose #raleighcocktails
📸 Send us your cute kid pics! 📸
Show off your kiddos in the next issue of @trianglefamilymag! Send a *high resolution* photo of your child doing something fun to . Include their first name, age and what Triangle town they’re from.
#cutekids #socialkids #nckids #ncfamily
🥨 2024 Pay-What-You-Can Food Truck Rodeo in @downtownraleigh with @tableraleigh! 🍔
Sunday, June 9th
11AM-2PM
300 W. Hargett St
A Place at the Table, plus:
The Spinning Plate, Q-spresso, @caminocoffee_co, Bulgoki, @magdalenaschimneycakes, @locopopsdurham, @seasonitupveganllc, @goodness_graceus, @gstacos1, @tombachirestaurants.
Plus @axesandalesraleigh and a few nonprofit rockstar partners!
https://one.bidpal.net/2024rodeo/welcome
Photo by Thomas Goodwood
Water Safety and Free Swim Lessons in Wake County!
As the temperatures rise and the local pools open, it’s important to remain vigilant and safe around water. But thanks to increased awareness and programs like National Water Safety Month in May, free or reduced-fee swim lessons are available.
Please share this information with people or organizations you think might be interested.
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Written by Kyle Marie McMahon
Photos by adobe/sir.chitvises
@triangle_aquatic_center @ymcatriangle @hopefloatsfoundation @divein.chapelhill @americanredcross
Spent a wondrous Wednesday night in the Bull City at @thedurhamhotel. @aweigl #durhamfoodie #durhamcocktails #durham
Our amazing stylist @sofialujanstyling kicks off summer showing us how to travel in style.
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Photos by Jessica Bratton at @villa19boutique
#travelfashion #travelinstyle #nctravel
There’s no better place to learn about and explore the many forms of dance today than American Dance Festival’s summer festival.
Read about how ADF was founded and of all the ways you can be involved through the link in our bio.
Photos courtesy of @amerdancefest
Showcasing the next generation of artists!
@fineartsleaguecary uplifted and supported emerging artists on May 18 when they hosted their annual Teen Exhibition in the Frankie G. Weems Gallery at @meredithcollege.
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Written and photos by Kyle Marie McMahon
🥂 Congratulations to the winner of our @heightshousenc giveaway, @alyinraleigh! 🎉 We can’t wait to hear all about your experience!
Last days to enter our @heightshousenc giveaway! A winner will be selected by Monday morning.
If you read our article on 8 North Carolina Boutique Hotels {link to story in our bio}, you will know all about Raleigh’s beautiful @heightshousenc hotel. They are giving away a free night’s stay to one lucky Midtown reader!
Here’s how it works.
1. Follow both @midtownmagazine and @heightshousenc to be entered once.
2. For a bonus entry, share our post announcing the article “From Snug to Sumptuous: 8 North Carolina Boutique Hotel Experiences.”
3. At the end of a week, we will announce the lucky winner and send you a message about how to claim your prize. Pay attention to your messages to find out if you won!
#nctravel #nchotels #giveaway
“I interviewed Matara Hitchcock, Justice Theater Project’s executive producer, about their current production, Blank, on Monday, May 13. The show had been described as “a script riddled with blanks that leaves the audience in charge of how the story will unfold.” It sounded like a theatrical version of MadLibs. I had questions.”
{See the full interview at the link in our bio, and check out The Justice Theater Project’s Blank at various locations around the Triangle through May 25.}
✏️ Elizabeth Brignac
📷 Courtesy of @justicetheaterproject
#nctheatre #nctheater #ncperformingarts #raleighperformingarts
🇺🇸 Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is honoring those who serve and have served our country by offering a free entrée to military members who dine with a guest on Wednesday, May 15. See @firebirdsgrill for more details and information.
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Events in the Triangle
March 10, 2025
By KYLE MARIE MCMAHON Mardi Gras March 4, 5–8 p.m. 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh Celebrate Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park with food trucks, live music