Dine Out While Dining In 3 Great Patios for Eating Al Fresco!
When it comes to nice weather, you can’t go wrong with Raleigh. June through August tend to be the hottest months of the year, hovering around 90 degrees F, while our winter lows rarely dip below 50. These pleasant temperatures make Raleigh one of the best places to dine alfresco! But how do you choose the best patio when there are so many great options? Well, we believe you can’t go wrong with any spot, but here are some of our favorites. RALEIGH BEER GARDEN Website: TheRaleighBeerGarden.com When: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: 614 Glenwood Ave. Whether you stop by the beer garden for pizza or prefer to sample one of its 350 beers on tap — rumor has it this is a World Record as of 2015 — you can’t go wrong with the Raleigh Beer Garden. True to its name, the beer garden’s terrace includes rooftop seating, offering you a bird’s eye view of a great city. But trust us when we say it’s not the view you will love — it’s the selection of beer that’s sure to please everyone in your group. MULINO ITALIAN KITCHEN & BAR Website: MulinoRaleigh.com When: Tuesday–Wednesday, 5–10 p.m.; Thursday–Friday, 5–11 p.m.; Sunday, 4–9 p.m. Where: 309 N. Dawson St. #1313 Consider this a must-visit for date night! From “carefully crafted cocktails” to bold Italian flavors mixed into every dish, you will want to visit Mulino just for the food and drinks alone! But as a bonus to this rich experience, Mulino’s poolside patio is like escaping to a European paradise without ever leaving Raleigh. We believe Mulino is sure to spark a little fun and some romance, too! WHISKEY KITCHEN Website: Whiskey.Kitchen When: Tuesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–midnight; Monday, 5 p.m.–midnight Where: 201 W. Martin St., Raleigh You don’t have to be a whiskey drinker to enjoy this patio! Whiskey Kitchen focuses on regional flavors and combines that with a love of great tasting whiskey and a fantastic patio to boot. Our friends at Visit Raleigh describe Whiskey Kitchen’s patio as one of the most popular outdoor dining spots in Raleigh. It’s hard to argue when you’re caught up in the excitement of Southern hospitality and local flare!
TAKE A BREAK
Summer Vegetable Greek Salad Inspired by CookieAndKate.com
For the vinaigrette: • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1 tsp dried oregano • 1/2 tsp honey • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/4 cup extra- virgin olive oil INGREDIENTS
For the salad: • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved • 1 small cucumber, seeded and chopped • 1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled • Optional protein choices: 1 cup cooked chickpeas or 6 oz Genoa salami
DIRECTIONS
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, honey, and salt. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking until well combined. 2. In a large serving bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, olives, and feta (as well as the chickpeas or salami, if desired). 3. If you plan to serve all the salad at once, drizzle the dressing over the salad to lightly coat, then toss to combine. Otherwise, store the vinaigrette and salad separately, then dress each portion before serving.
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