While India Mahal is okay, Wilmington’s always had a dearth of really good Indian food. So I’m glad to see a new restaurant moving into the space that was Big D’s burger biker bar on South College across from Hugh MacRae Park. It’s called Tandoori Bites: Fine Indian Cuisine, and I hope it lives up [...]
The best time to visit UNCW is Sunday morning when it’s practically a ghost town. The students are in slumberland, most employees are off, and the buildings are mute. It’s peaceful to wander around campus thinking what a buzz of activity it usually is.
These things are always entertaining in a ridiculous way, but this one really caught my eye for being so ineffective in soliciting any type of sympathy. The writer leaves no contact information (unless I hit reply) and doesn’t request anything but money from me. And the take is just $700. Must be the recession because [...]
For those who feel there’s never anything going on in Wilmington, ‘tis the season. On behalf of the Grove Project, I’ve compiled an eclectic list of events from now till the New Year.
– These are the last weeks for both the Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market (Dec. 16 is the last day) and the Riverfront [...]
We all get junk mail, but I actually enjoy going through mine from time to time. This one came in one of those coupon booklets and really caught my eye.
It’s an interesting concept — tobacco-free smoking that is legal in bars and restaurants, even after the ban begins Jan. 2. My biggest question about [...]
From the New York Times (Ms. Munley is Dennis Barbour’s daughter):
In interviews with reporters on Friday, they praised the police officer who shot Major Hasan, Kimberly Munley, saying she and her partner had arrived within three minutes of reports of gunfire and put an end to the rampage. Ms. Munley, 34, was wounded in the [...]
The following thread appeared yesterday on Craig’s List/Wilmington/Musicians. While the postings there are often snarky, with musical tastes heatedly debated and talent evaluated sight unseen, this one has an alluring sense of humor.
Well, I’ve finally done it. I bought a bass guitar and an amp yesterday, so now I’m a bass player. I haven’t [...]
The Charlotte Observer is reporting that US Airways is shedding 1,000 jobs and will focus nearly all of its flying on its three hubs (Philly, Phoenix and Charlotte) and Washington, DC.
Anyone know what this means for Wilmington?
You can read the story here.
Every time I visit A Taste of Italy I’m happy I did. Whether I go for an eggplant parmesan on a roll or a meatball wedge, pick up some fresh mozzarella or a little antipasto, the food is always fresh and delicious, and the service is top-notch.
The place does booming business and yet all [...]
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