August 25, 2025

😋 Top Food Trucks in Winston-Salem

August 25, 2025

Presented by Flywheel Coworking

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😋 Food Truck Frenzy

We asked, you answered! A couple of weeks ago, we asked our social media followers to share their favorite local food truck. Here are the top trucks that got the most love!

Sushi roll from Sushi Empire

Sushi Empire. Photo credit to @thepowellsplate

  • Sushi Empire | Sushi & poke | Try the Buried Treasure and the Margarita Rolls

  • South of Brooklyn | Tacos | Try the Al Pastor and the Campechanos Tacos

  • Latin Spot | Dominican street-style food | Try the “El Jefe” Chimi and the “El Cubanito” Sandwich


  • Kuya Bear | Filipino cuisine | Try the Adobo Burrito/Bowl and Lumpia


  • Rockin Moroccan | Moroccan cuisine | Try the Lamb Shank and Saffron Chicken


  • El Sabor Tabasqueño | Mexican birria | Try the Cheeto Birria Balls and Birria Egg Rolls


  • Khrissy’s Kitchen | Caribbean food | Try the Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos and Jerk Chicken

Carolina Classic Fair

🎡 The Carolina Classic Fair is just 6 weeks away! Whether you're excited for the SkyFlyer, the Rodeo, or all the fair food you can handle, there's something for everyone. Did you know you can also be part of the fair by entering one of the many competitions, including:

  • Photography, Poetry & Essays

  • Live LEGO Building

  • Decorated Apples, Potatoes & Pumpkins

  • Bread, Cakes & Gingerbread Houses

Hurry! All entries must be submitted by September 1.*

🗓 Events

Tuesday, August 26

  • Wine Dinner - Savor a multi-course meal paired with Italian wines at The Gaslight on Main. Selling fast! 5 PM

  • Community Craft Circle - Bring your own craft to The Art Shac and connect with other creatives! 6-8:30 PM

  • Dog Show - Take your furry friend to Alma Mexicana to compete in categories like Floofiest, Dog/Human Lookalikes, and Waggiest Tail. Forsyth Humane Society will receive 10% of sales! 6 PM

Wednesday, August 27

  • Free Coworking - Experience a day at Flywheel Coworking! Explore the space, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and connect with members during the social hour. 9 AM - 5 PM*

  • Drinks @ Dusk - Socialize at the Reynolda House Museum after hours! Enjoy drinks, complete a scavenger hunt, and explore the historic home. 6-9 PM

  • Wine School - Learn about red wines at The Caviste! 6 PM

Thursday, August 28

  • Networking Social - Join Winston Under 40 at Robert Hall for complimentary appetizers and drinks from Thirsty Buffalo! 5-6:30 PM

  • Flower Arranging - Create a beautiful bouquet at Sophisticated Florals. 6 PM

  • Murder at the Luau - Can you solve this murder mystery at Gypsy Road Brewing? Tropical costumes encouraged! 7 PM

  • Vinyl Lounge - Meet fellow music lovers at NCMA Winston-Salem! Bring your records and enjoy listening to analog sound together. 5-10 PM

  • Art in the Park - Bring your kids (grades K-5) to Sedge Garden Park to paint in nature! Supplies provided. 4 PM

  • R&B and Poetry - Listen to live R&B and spoken word at Bar Nola! Recurs on the last Thursday of every month. 8-11 PM

Friday, August 29

  • Season Opener - Cheer on the Demon Deacons as they take on Kennesaw State at Allegacy Stadium! 7 PM

  • Book Launch - Join Bookmarks at The Crest for the release of “Whatever Happened to Lori Lovely?” by NC-based author Sarah McCoy. 6:30 PM

  • Poetry Slam - Listen to original poetry (or perform your own!) at The Bookhouse. Winners will receive cash prizes. 7-10 PM

  • Drive-in Movie - Watch “Field of Dreams” at Davie County Community Park! Movie starts at dusk.

  • Decades Party - Souljam performs at Wise Man Brewing, playing hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s, and ‘00s! Which decade are you dressing as? 8-11 PM

🗞 Other News

  • 💼 Hiring: Bell, Davis & Pitt is seeking top-tier legal talent—individuals who demonstrate sound judgment, unwavering integrity, and a passion for joining a committed team of professionals. Explore their current career opportunities!*

  • 🏋️‍♀️ Health: Get the best of both worlds at the YMCA—unlimited group fitness classes like Yoga, Cycle, and BODYPUMP, plus full access to free weights, machines, pool lanes, basketball courts, and more. Get back into your fitness routine this fall and join today!*

  • 🔨 Renovation: High Tide Capital, a development company based in Maine, has begun interior demolition on the historic Loewy Building. The company purchased the Loewy Building last November and plans to convert it into 52 residential apartments. (FOX8 WGHP)

  • 👟 New Trail: Join the Winston-Salem Department of Transportation this Thursday at Liberty Street for a ribbon-cutting celebration marking the opening of Phase I of the Salem Parkway Multi-Use Path. This new stretch connects Liberty Street and the Winston-Salem Strollway to West Fourth Street. Phase II is currently in the design stage.

  • 🗳 Vote: The annual Coolest Thing Made in NC contest is back, and Winston-Salem’s own Texas Pete hot sauce is on the list! You can vote daily from now through Thursday.

  • Upgrade: The Millennium Center is getting an upgrade, including a new conference center and professional-grade sound & LED wall systems. To make space for the upgrades, the venue is hosting an online inventory auction, open now through September 4.

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Upcoming Events

  • Forsyth Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show - Discover custom jewelry, watch artisan demonstrations, and browse lapidary tools at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center from September 5-7.

  • Executive Education - Learn how to lead through uncertainty in this one-day leadership class at Wake Downtown on September 19. Registration closes on September 11.

🌀 The Wrap

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