Explore the 919

Calling all fashionistas, supporters of arts, pop-up market shoppers, and even beer fans. 's launch party is 4/20 at in . Not only will you be able to snag one-of-a-kind clothing pieces from SaiSei, but you can check out the many other vendors, specializing in bespoke pieces, and collaborate on a community art project.

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The bridge just north of Chavis Park on the Little Rock Trial on the Capital Area Greenway is open again!

This is "Bridge Structure 88" which was a 64-foot timber structure on the Little Rock Trail adjacent to Chavis Way just south of Lenoir Street. The timber structure was replaced with a 10-foot-wide steel and concrete pedestrian structure.

I once had someone tell me that oyster shooters ruin oysters.

To that oyster purist I say, "There's more than one way to shoot an oyster."

Sometimes pure is the way to go. And sometimes you just need to pair the taste of the ocean with spicy, acidic, tomato based delicious concoction.

And if the second way sounds good to you, too -- order an oyster shooter at . It's delicious.

The Hot Italian (salame calabrese, capicola, prosciutto di parma, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, cherry peppers and Italian vin on ciabatta) from (located in ) may just be sandwich perfection.

The Breakfast Banh Mi -- Chicken liver pâté, fried egg, pickled daikon & carrots, herbs, hoisin, sriracha. This particular sandwich is on the black lime and salt bagel. And so good. is located in the .

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That really is one good looking transit station.

Burrito verde and guacamole from . Always filling, always delicious, and totally affordable.

@ Don Beto's Tacos & Mariscos Raleigh

This may be my favorite cold weather cocktail. It's the Lao Bull from -- pho broth, moonshine, and lime juice. Highly recommend.

Camp Flannel at Moore Square Park! @ Moore Square Historic District

Three tacos, rice and beans. The tacos at
Virgil's Original Taqueria are always on point. The choriqueso is out of this world, but all the tacos we've tried were great. I'd especially recommend the shrimp taco and the Poc Choc. The guac and housemade chips are a good bet, too.

A successful oyster roast at Locals Oyster Bar at Transfer Co.