3 LOCAL SPOTS PERFECT FOR THE BIG GAME
Game On!
One of the biggest months for football is here, and while you may watch the Thanksgiving games at home, you can’t beat the atmosphere at local watering holes. Before football season is over, be sure to check out our top three local places to watch football. BACKYARD BISTRO When: Monday–Thursday from 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m.–10 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Where: 1235 Hurricane Alley Way, Raleigh Website: BackyardBistro.com While its name may sound fancy, Backyard Bistro is the perfect spot for anyone who loves sports. The restaurant is adorned with five big screen TVs, and the bistro allows you to control the volume from speakers at your table! Plus, you can’t beat the food. Choose from 12 wing flavors, order a platter of barbecue favorites, or split a dessert. And if you would rather tailgate on game day, Backyard Bistro can do the cooking for you! Learn more online. DOHERTY’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT When: Monday–Thursday from 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m.–12 a.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m.–11 p.m. Where: 1979 High House Road, Cary Website: DohertysIrishPubNC.com/Cary Doherty’s — which is also in Apex, North Carolina — is a great spot for NFL fans. Enjoy food specials from cities around the country throughout the season, and get in on the prediction fun by choosing which teams will win. If you guess correctly, you could win a $20 gift card or $100 in cash! Have some fun and maybe even win some money! Find more details online. SALEM STREET PUB When: Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m.–12 a.m., and Sunday from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
TAKE A BREAK
Easy Pumpkin Brownies Inspired by TheCookieRookie.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 box brownie mix, plus other ingredients listed on box • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 can pumpkin purée • 6 oz cream cheese, softened • 3 tbsp sugar • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven as directed on the brownie box, then make the brownie mix. Fold in chocolate chips. 2. In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin purée, cream cheese, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. 3. Choose your pan as directed on the brownie box. Grease it if needed. 4. Pour half of the brownie mix into the pan and spread evenly. 5. Add the pumpkin mixture to the pan, evenly or in a pattern. Cover with the rest of the brownie mix and spread evenly. 6. Bake as directed on the brownie box, adding 10 minutes to account for the pumpkin. Test for doneness, and when your toothpick comes out clean, cool and enjoy!
Where: 113 N. Salem St., Apex Website: SalemStreetPub.com
Come hungry and leave full! Salem Street Pub has a few TVs for broadcasting the game, but the real pull of the pub is its great food and drinks. Enjoy modern takes on some of your favorite pub classics, like buffalo cauliflower and spicy fried pickles. Don’t forget to order a legendary burger or sandwich! Then, wash it all down with a local brew or one of the pub’s famous moonshine cocktails. This is a football experience perfect for the foodie in your group. Check out Salem Street Pub online!
PATRIOT WEALTH | 919.322.4113 | P3
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