What did Raleigh folks read about this past year? Our most-clicked articles include pieces about music, homes and restaurants.
by Addie Ladner
From learning about an iconic band’s origins and highly anticipated album to peeking into the interiors of historic homes to getting restaurant recommendations, our readers depend on WALTER for the inside scoop — and authentic stories. We went through our articles from 2024 to see what readers clicked on most. Did you catch each of these?
The Show that Made The Avett Brothers
Paul Siler, Paleface, Steve Popsin, John Dexter and other music folks remember a magical night at Kings Barcade, 20 years later. By Matthew Busch | photo by Seth Edwards
Negative Space: The Avett Brothers’ New Album
A self-titled album from this Concord, North Carolina roots band sounds a lot like Scott and Seth Avett’s early days as a trio with Bob Crawford. by David Menconi
Where to Eat & Drink in 2024
Our annual list of recommendations for happy hour, lunch, road trips, date nights, coffee and more — all from Triangle hospitality pros. by Catherine Currin | photography by Bryan Regan
RDU Has 13 New Eateries — Here’s What to Know
Could the airport be the next hot foodie neighborhood? With Beyu Caffé, Conniption Gin, Crawford Hospitality and more opening spots, it just may be! By Rachel Simon
Principled Living: At Home with Janet Cowell
At the fringes of Boylan Heights, the renovated house of the CEO of Dix Park Conservancy is an homage to her life of purpose. by Ayn-Monique Klahre | photography by Catherine Nguyen
11 Dive Bars and Classic Watering Holes in Raleigh
We surveyed local food industry folks: here are their go-to spots to crab a casual beer, easy mixed drink and maybe a snack or two. by Addie Ladner and Henry Thomas | photo by Bryan Regan
20 Years Sober by Scott Crawford
The Raleigh chef and advocate for a healthy restaurant industry reflects on the hard-won personal milestone that got him where he is today. by Scott Crawford
Old Is New in This Five Points Stone House
Robert Cox and Matt Bliss did a thoughtful renovation of their 1920s home to turn it into a comfortable space for their young family. by Ayn-Monique Klahre | photography by Trey Thomas
Raising the Barre: Ballet Trailblazer Debra Austin
Selected by George Balanchine to dance in the New York City Ballet, Austin became the company’s first female Black dancer in 1971. by Hampton Williams Hofer | photography by Justin Kase Conder
Retro Stays: 5 North Carolina Motels That Will Take You Back in Time
These refurbished motor lodges with vintage and Mid-century design elements offer a nostalgic weekend getaway. by Elizabeth Lincicome | photo by Taylor McDonald
This article was originally published on December 26, 2024 on waltermagazine.com
