21c featured in the Toronto Star

"The modern/seasonal Counting House run by executive chef Josh Munchel serves globally minded regional dishes that celebrate North Carolina’s seafood. Think shrimp and grits, chilled Carolina Gold rice and tobacco tuna that gives a nod to the state’s tobacco past.The bar and lounge will keep you happy with craft cocktails, craft beer and broad bourbon and wine lists.There’s a monthly cocktail series in the Vault downstairs."

—"Where design and historic details meet" Jennifer Bain, Toronto Star

Juju recognized for its locally sourced fusion dishes

"Juju Durham is perfect for trying multiple fusion dishes ranging from small bites to larger plates."
—5 Restaurants to Check Out in Durham, NC Catelin Brown, Adventuredaze 

Bull City Burger & Brewery recognized for good food and green technology

"If you are looking for a burger joint that participates in the “farm to fork” movement, keeps the environment healthy using recycled materials and incorporates green technology then Bull City is the place for you. You have the option to build your own burger or hot dog, try one of their specials, eat fries three ways and end your meal with the ice cream of the day which is also made in-house. This is every weekenders dream: burgers and brews all made in the same place!"

—5 Restaurants to Check Out in Durham, NC Catelin Brown, Adventurdaze

Durham recognized for its 'wide variety of high quality food'

"Awarded the title of “America’s Foodiest Small Town” by Bon Appétit Magazine, Durham, North Carolina offers high-quality food across a wide variety of different cuisines."
—"5 Restaurants to Check Out in Durham, NC" Catelin Brown, Adventuredaze

James Huff recipe recognized for unique twists

"James Huff , the talented chef of the newly opened Motto in Durham, N.C., gave me this recipe, which is made with crabmeat, oysters and oyster liquor, and shrimp. James likes to put his own twist on this traditional dish by roasting or grilling the salsa components; this reduces the water content of the Campechana and concentrates the flavor."

—"Short Order: Shellfish Campechana" John Broening, Denver Post

The Duffer Brothers recall Carolina Theatre memories

"Growing up in Durham, North Carolina, the Duffer Brothers nourished their future careers on an early diet of all the books, television, and cinema they could get their hands on. They recalled trips to Durham’s Carolina Theatre with their father to watch adult-skewing films like Amelie and Memento and how they quickly realized they were the youngest attendees by far. They also engaged in a primitive (by today’s standards) form of binge watching."

—"Duffer Brothers On Their ‘Stranger Things’" Clarence Moye, Awards TV

Rose's Meats and Sweets recognized for its next level ice cream sandwich

"In Durham, North Carolina, caramelized miso ice cream is scooped between house-made gingersnap cookies at Rose’s Meat Market & Sweet Shop. The secret? Pastry Chef Katie Meddis makes a thick caramel sauce, then adds miso to the caramel before blending it into an ice-cream base. The thin ginger snap cookies soften slightly when frozen, and the sweet and salty flavor lingers long after your last bite."

—"Sweet Sammich"  Amber Gibson, American Way