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Bad Is Good - Charlotte-based Bad Daddy's Burger Bar Opens at Seaboard Station

Bad is Good:  "Like, the word gets around and people can't stay away!"    Perhaps Bad Bad Leroy Brown was talking about the latest burger establishment to take a stronghold in Raleigh ... Bad Daddy's Burger Bar (opened last week in Seaboard Station across from Tyler's Tap Room).  Based out of Charlotte, Bad Daddy's is migrating east with a well established "rep" for amazing burgers, scratch kitchen ingredients, and homemade ice cream milkshakes.  Combine that with their famous Fried Pickles, Giant Chopped Salads, and a bar stocked with locals, crafts, and "Spiked Milkshakes and Lemonades", it is clear that the urban dictionary is right ..."Bad" Means "Good".

Created Their Own Style: That's good because Bad   Daddy's Burger Bar faces a lot of competition in the crowded upscale burger / bar scene.  However,  one visit will put to rest the notion that this is another wannabe.  This is a chef-driven restaurant that frets over every ingredient and condiment.  Case in point, even the coleslaw has a unique crunch and delectable spice.  It is no wonder that they've won numerous "Best Of" awards in Charlotte.  The atmosphere is cozy, but vibrant with comfortable seating, colorful d�cor, and a friendly and accommodating wait staff.  The initial Buzz has been all positive and we heartily agree.  Another reason to head downtown!

Burgers - From Basic to Bad Ass:  Bad Daddy's wants you to build your own starting with a base     selection of fresh ground custom beef, tuna, chicken, black bean, or buffalo.  Choose from a smorgasbord of toppings, cheeses, and condiments and you really have a burger "Your Way".  Of course, you can also order one of their "pre-named" offerings, from the Basic Burger (6 oz) to the Bad Ass (10 oz of sizzling flavor).  The meat is cooked to order (a freshly ground custom beef blend of hanger steak, chuck and brisket) and burger orders are served with a choice of sides including Fries, House Slaw, Sweet Potato Fries, and House Made Potato Chips.  The starters (Fried Pickles, Sliders, Chile, etc.) are delicious and set the party mood.  And the Old Fashioned Milk Shakes (made with homemade ice cream) will clearly float your boat.   Portions are generous so make sure you come prepared to share.  Menu

Everyone Fits in Bad Daddy's:  This burger bar is equally suited for business lunches, family outings, or game day and night gatherings (every seat has a big screen view).  There is a full page menu of local & craft beer, wine offerings and spiked milkshakes.  There's also outside patio seating for warm weather days.  (note: It may be close to 70� by Friday).  Bad Daddy's is open every day starting at 11am.  

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar:  Location: Seaboard Station - 111 Seaboard Avenue, Raleigh; Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am - 10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm; Contact: 919.747.9163, Website; Menu; Awards

To Bee or Not To Bee

Break Out of a Rut and into a Sweat - Raleigh Running Outfitters 

New Year's Resolutions... You've hit the ground running, toed the line, and vowed to follow this year's resolution for more than a month. But your athletic gear doesn't make you look the part.  Better hoof it over to Raleigh Running Outfitters on the double!

Owner and lifetime runner and avid marathoner Jim Micheels opened Raleigh Running Outfitters with his wife, Carolyn nine years ago in Raleigh and now in Cary as well. Their intent was to introduce the performance running products they loved and depended on to runners in the growing Triangle area, to present them to fellow athletes with a level of customer service, connection, and camaraderie that had been formerly unknown.  

Today, Raleigh Running Outfitters still strives to serve as a retailer to which all runners can go for honest, expert advice on product performance, training and racing, injury avoidance, and athletic excellence. 

And running shoes? That's their primary language. With more than 60 different styles of racing and training shoes from all the major manufacturers, Raleigh Running Outfitters is versed in shoes. They carry only the performance models that are best for running, and their staff personally tests and evaluates them in order to provide meaningful advise when you're selecting shoes.  Plus, they use technologically advanced Video Gait Analysis to make specific recommendations for any correction your shoe should provide. Using high-speed video and slow motion/still imaging, they are trained to analyze your stride, ankle motion, and foot strike to measure your degree of pronation.  Then, as you test different shoes on their treadmill, they'll help you select the best shoe for your biomechanical needs.

Come Run with Them - Raleigh Running Outfitters hosts a training run every Thursday starting at 6:15 pm.  Typical routes include a run on the Capital Area Greenway, just over a half-mile from the store. For a hill challenge, the group runs through the North Hills area and back to the store.  After an easy warm up, the team completes about 6 to 8 miles of up-tempo-paced miles followed by a cool down.  All abilities are welcome to the runs.  Please bring a reflective device and/or flashlight to ensure your safety after nightfall.

Raleigh Running Outfitters Locations:

7449 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, 27615, phone: (919) 870-8998.

2773 NC Highway 55, Cary, 27519, phone: (919) 362-8282

Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Website  

Lookout Capital 5k, 10k, and 1/2 Marathon - June 1, 2013 - Happy New Year!  If   you're looking for a great way to start the year, we have the perfect thing... a discounted entry to the Midtown Race Series!  It's the perfect way to make sure your New Year's resolution sticks.   Starting and finishing at  North Hills and featuring Raleigh's greenway, the Lookout Capital 5k, 10k, 13.1 promises to be an unparalleled race venue and experience!  The race is limited to 3,000 participants so don't miss this special opportunity to get a spot at a discounted price.  Every participant will be entered for a chance to win a Lexus IS C compliments of Johnson Lexus.  Fast or slow, you've got the same chance... stop thinking about it and sign up! Use this Discount Code:  BBUZZ8 for your discounted registration fee. (Valid till January 31,2013)  Register Here

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Kenna Custom Painting, Inc.  is available to tackle your residential painting needs.  With their great crews that perform very professional jobs on residential homes, you won't believe how quiet and unobtrusive they are.  So if you have that "itch" to freshen up your home, interior or exterior before springtime, contact them now.  Call 919-855-0082 or Email: kennapaint@bellsouth.net.  Website. 

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An Invitation to Consign - Leland Little Auction & Estate Sales, LTD is proud to announce that their Three-Day Winter Estate Catalogued Auction was a great success, selling over $1 Million in Fine Art, Jewelry, Antiques, Fine Wine, and other collectible objects to buyers around the world.  This exciting auction was in pace with their previous catalogue-level sales and marks their eighth consecutive $1 Million+ auction. The complete auction results for most recent sales can be found online.

Specialists are now evaluating estate collections and other fine objects for inclusion in the Three-Day Spring Estate Catalogued Auction to be held March 14-16, 2013.  Please contact the gallery to schedule an appointment with one of their specialists today, or tell them about your object or collection by completing this online consignment form.  

OPEN HOUSES - St. Timothy's School (Pre-kindergarten-Eighth Grade. On the corner of Six Forks Road and Rowan Street, in the middle of Midtown! Go to our website for campus tour information. We have three open houses in January!! Come on Thursday, January 10 or 24 (8:15-11:00 am), to observe classes. Saturday, January 26 (10:00 am - Noon) - bring the family! Please RSVP - I look forward to hearing from you. Cathy Clement - 919-781-053, Email. 

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