Chef Ricky Moore and Saltbox Seafood recognized as fresh local seafood with a gourmet flair

"In an unassuming seafood joint just off Mangum Street in downtown Durham, chef Ricky Moore serves up fresh local seafood with a gourmet flair. At first glance, you wouldn’t suspect the modest kitchen contained a talented, globally-trained chef. But at first bite, you’d have no doubt someone special was crafting that food."

—"At the Stove with Chef Ricky Moore" Staff, Bit & Grain

Durham recognized as favorite point in the triangle

"Now that we’ve visited Chapel Hill on our Triangle road trip, the second stop is Durham, NC. Known as the “Bull City,” Durham has a very distinct culture – authentic, down to earth, entrepreneurial – that makes it FULL of one-of-a-kind food, fun and shopping. Truth be told, Durham just might be our favorite point on the Triangle. If you’re making a trip to Durham, this is your guide to Durham, with the best places to eat, stay and play while you’re there"

—"A scoopGirls’ Guide to Durham", Andria Rosell, ScoopCharlotte

Picnic recognized as a top NC barbecue spot

"the menu at Picnic is more diverse than most barbecue joints. There’s excellent fried chicken dredged in smoked buttermilk, blackened catfish, and a burger topped with pimento cheese. There’s a little something for everyone, and lots of menu items that help offset the cost of those heritage breed hogs. The generously stuffed sandwich is still a good deal at $8.95, which includes a side."

- "The new Carolina Barbecue" Daniel Vaughn, TMBBQ

The Kings Daughters Inn sees results from members only deals

"The King’s Daughters Inn, a luxury boutique hotel in Durham, North Carolina, recently utilized Members Only Deals to help drive business for the summer, and in one month saw a 40 percent increase in occupancy rate."

—"Expedia Hotel Partners see big gains with members only deals" Hotel Marketing

Durham recognized for rich history

"Durham is home to Duke University and a major research belt. Outside of college sports games, Durham has a long history with many historical sites nearby. From its rich African-American history to Civil War to tobacco, history runs deep in Durham. After exploring the many museums and art galleries, I would relax at one of the many hotels in Durham, like the Durham Hotel, which has a rooftop terrace and hydro massage shower heads."

—"Hipmunk Hotels: Deep South Hotels in Durham, Palm Beach, Marietta, and More" Katelyn, Hipmunk

Durham craft beers recognized as top triangle picks

"The Durhamer Ale—made with Durham water from the county’s Lake Michie reservoir, local malt from Durham’s Epiphany Malting, North Carolina-grown hops and ale yeast—is available when brewers decide to make it. The beer’s chestnut brown “Burley” color is a nod to the city’s tobacco history, while its taste recalls Southern biscuits flavored with a hint of the sweet, Southern iced tea."

—"In the Raleigh-Durham Area, a Craft Brewing Explosion" Odile Fredericks, Where Traveler

Fullsteam recognized for its Summer Basil Belgian saison

"Fullsteam, out of Durham, N.C., uses local basil for this Belgian saison, which is available in cans in Summer and Fall. Fullsteam has a thing for veggies; they also make a popular Sweet Potato Lager."

—"Shrooms, Beets and Carrots: 7 Veggie Beers" Graham Averill, Paste