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February 7, 2024
š· Top Romantic Restaurants
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Romantic Restaurants
Next Wednesday is Valentineās Day. For thousands of couples (maybe you included), their plans for the evening include dining out. To help you out, OpenTable has created a list of the top 100 most romantic restaurants in the US.
Keep reading to find out which local spots made the list.
Photo courtesy of JOLO Winery & Vineyards
JOLO Winery & Vineyards | 219 Jolo Winery Lane, Pilot Mountain
JOLO Winery & Vineyardās in-house restaurant, End Posts, features indoor and outdoor patio seating with beautiful views of the estate and Pilot Mountain.
The menu includes entrees like Smoked Salmon Pasta and Apricot Pork Ribeye, all listed with a suggested wine pairing for a fine dining experience.
Ryanās Restaurant | 719 Coliseum Dr., Winston-Salem
Walking into Ryanās Restaurant feels like youāre stepping into a cozy home. With a rustic interior, fireplace, and windows looking out onto the forest outside, this is a great spot to take your Valentine.
The menu features seafood such as live Maine lobster and premium steak cuts. Finish off your evening with a delicious dessert - try Ryanās pecan pie.
LET US KNOWWhich one of these makes for the most romantic date night? |
š¤ Did you know that in Forsyth County:
1 in 4 children donāt know where their next meal is coming from
36% of students qualify for free and reduced lunch
There are over 40 neighborhoods that are considered "food desertsā
Piedmont Federal is partnering with Crisis Control Ministry to collect and sort food to assist people in crisis during Food Insecurity Month. Good news: you can help! Participate by dropping off food donations from February 9-23 at participating branches.*
Events
Friday, February 9
Hockey Tournament - Grab your tickets for the ACC Tier 1 Championship at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. Runs through Sunday.
Ladies Night - Celebrate Galentineās Day with a gourmet taco bar, door prizes, and more at Breathe Cocktail Lounge. Wear red or pink! 6-9 PM
Saturday, February 10
Sweet Support - For every pound of bulk candy purchased, Mast General Store will donate $1 to Second Harvest Food Bank. Runs through Sunday.
Family Art Day - Bring the kids and unleash your creativity at 2nd Saturday at SECCA, a family-friendly event. 10 AM - 1 PM
Mardi Gras @ Wise Man - Celebrate the holiday with cajun food, king cake, and live music from Red Umber. 12 PM - 12 AM
Decades Prom - Dress in your finest attire from the ā70s - 2000s, enjoy a chocolate fountain, and dance the night away at Foothills Tasting Room. 6-10 PM
Valentineās Celebration - Bring the whole family for a Valentine scavenger hunt, hands-on activities, and music at Kƶrnerās Folly. 10 AM - 4 PM
Floral DIY Class - Learn different pressing methods and create projects using dried flowers at My Garden Blooms. 2 PM
Galentineās Paint & Sip - Paint Valentineās Day door hangers or keepsake heart boxes with your friends at Shaffner Inn. 5:30 PM
Pop-up Exhibit - Tour the āWe Built This: Profiles of Black Architects and Buildersā exhibit at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market. 6 AM - 12 PM
Creative Workshop - Participate in a mini photoshoot and make custom bouquets + soy wax candles at Lizzieās All-natural Products. 1-3 PM
Season Announcement - The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem celebrates 90 years of entertainment and reveals its next seasonās lineup of shows at Hanesbrands Theatre. 7 PM
Mardi Gras @ Bar Nola - Celebrate the holiday with king cake, beads, a photo booth, and more. 1 PM - 1 AM
Sunday, February 11
Big Band Brunch - Listen to a performance by the Camel City Jazz Orchestra at The Millenium Center while enjoying a brunch buffet. 11 AM
Love Market - Find the perfect Valentineās Day gift for your special someone at Foothills Tasting Roomās vendor market. 12-5 PM
Singles Cocktail Class - Join Easytalk at the bar to learn about and create cocktails with other singles. 4 PM
Monday, February 12
Floral Arranging - Create a flower arrangement with your girlfriends at Sophisticated Florals. 6 PM
š A weekend of action-packed hockey is coming to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds at the Annex Ice Rink featuring UNC, NC State, and other ACC hockey teams! This is the first of three weekends that make up the ACC Hockey League Championships.*
Other News
Job Fair: Graylyn Estate and Conference Center is looking for hard-working, passionate, and dedicated individuals to join their team. Discover open positions at their hiring fair on February 13 from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Management House. They will be conducting interviews and screenings on-site for jobs in their food and beverage, housekeeping, and guest services departments. First-time job seekers are welcome!*
Music: Muddy Creek Cafe recently reopened its doors and introduced a new space, the Listening Room. The space is an intimate live music venue that allows listeners to focus on the music experience without distraction. The room will seat 50 people. When not hosting concerts, it will serve as an additional dining space and host private events + the weekly Sunday Songwriters Showcase.
Recognition: Nominations for the Winston-Salem Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame are being accepted now through February 23. You can view the past honorees on the Cherry Street sidewalk by The Benton Convention Center.
Arts: Mayor Joines and the City Council declared February 5 "The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem Day" in honor of the Theatreās long history in Winston-Salem. Formed in 1935, the theatre is the oldest performing arts organization in the Triad.
Local Legend: Anna Simeonides, local baker and owner of To Your Health Bakery, is going to be on Food Network! Anna is competing on season 10 of Spring Baking Competition, which airs on March 4.
Shoutout: Thank you to Michelle P. for referring three friends to sign up for The Go-To Winston-Salemās newsletter! Want a shoutout too? Refer three of your friends using your unique link at the end of the newsletter.
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Upcoming Events
Revivify Peel Class - Take a class at The Vista at Forsyth Plastic Surgery on February 13 and learn about Revivify, a clinically proven at-home peel system.
Idea Expo - Do you have an idea with potential? Attend this event at Flywheel Coworking on February 15 to present your projects/ideas and receive friendly feedback.
DiamondGlow Facial - Unwind at The Vista at Forsyth Plastic Surgery on February 21 with a DiamondGlow facial, Chocolate and Marshmallow beauty mask, and gift.
Leadership - Wake Forest University presents āLeading People Who Are Different From Youā on February 22. The program is designed to help leaders wishing to enhance their ability to build and lead effective teams.
Techstars Startup Weekend - Learn how to think, work, and build like a startup at Flywheel Coworking and Winston Starts on February 23-25.
