OFFICIAL MEETING & EVENT PLANNERS GUIDE

North CarolinaDurham Dining & ShoppingDurham is home to a thriving colony of nationallyacclaimed chefs, as well as more than 300 restaurants, withofferings ranging from good ol’ North Carolina barbecueto Greek, Italian, Mexican, and Chinese to fresh seafood togrilled steaks. Refer to Alternative Venues (p. 23) forrestaurants with meeting space or for delegate groupdining.For an enjoyable afternoon or evening,dine-arounds can be arranged to include clusters of theserestaurants. Request the Official Durham Visitors Guide orDurham Dining & Shopping Map for a complete listingof restaurants.Durham also offers a splendid array of unique shopping.Turn-of-the-century tobacco warehouses have beenresurrected as specialty stores and restaurants at BrightleafSquare, located in the historic downtown arts andentertainment district. Head to Ninth Street, a funky andeclectic shopping district near Duke University’s EastCampus, to find new and used books, vinyl records, toys,natural-fiber clothing, a drugstore soda fountain, gelati,organic produce, and more. Or visit one of the 20+ antiqueand collectibles shops scattered throughout the communityfor uniquely Durham treasures.The Streets at Southpoint, a 1.3-million-square-footsuper-regional mall, boasts the state’s first Nordstrom andmany other stores unique to the area. It joins newlyrenovated Northgate Mall in offering Durham shoppersaccess to hundreds of nationally known stores as well aslocal retailers and galleries. Those interested in purchasingmemorabilia or uniquely Durham items, before or aftertheir trip, should check out the Durham Gifts portal onlineat www.durham-nc.com/secondary/gifts.php.Jeana Lee Tahnk & DCVBCelebrated Cuisine RestaurantsRegionally or nationally reviewed, not part of a chain, andoffering table service. Noted for unique regional cuisine orcustom menu designed by a Durham chef.Anotherthyme Restaurant & Bar109 N. Gregson St., Brightleaf District, 682-5225; D, V, M, AX,DS; www.anotherthyme.comWith a wine list recognized by The New York Times,Anotherthyme features a sophisticated bar and a flavorfulcuisine of multicultural, all-natural ingredients selected bychef-owner Mary Bacon. Southern Living notes a "deliciousThai tuna salad and wonderful wine list."Bullock’s Bar-B-Que3330 Quebec Dr. (I-85 Exit 173 or 174B), 383-6202; L, D;triangle.citysearch.com/profile/6199596/Southern Living says "at Bullock's, the lines form early forchopped or sliced pork…great hushpuppies too." ChefownerTommy Bullock displays a "Wall of Fame" with all ofthe celebs that have dined on Bullock's best.Café ParizädeErwin Square, 2200 W. Main St., 286-9712;L, D, V, M, AX, DS, DC; www.parizade.comAccording to Southern Living, "Bold paintings splash alongthe walls. Colorful murals spread lushly across the ceiling.And the menu whirls you through the Mediterranean…theebullient atmosphere reflects the personality of longtimeDurham restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias."Fairview Restaurant at the Washington Duke Inn &Golf ClubDuke West Campus, 3001 Cameron Blvd.,493-6699; B, L, D, BR, V, M, AX, DS, DCwww.washingtondukeinn.com/dining-fairview.htmlThe four-diamond restaurant and its executive chef RickSordahl are most noted for "regional neo-American"specialties, including crab cakes and shrimp and cornchowder. The wine list offers a vast and varied selection ofthe finest vintages. Learn about the history of Durham andthe Duke family, and dine while looking out on thechampionship Duke University Golf Course.Fishmonger’s Restaurant andOyster Bar806 W Main St, Brightleaf District, 682-0128; L, D, V, M, AX,DS; www.fishmongers.netAccording to The New York Times, Fishmonger's "is a grittyold bar and restaurant in downtown...fine for a quick, ifcaloric, lunch...you can't go wrong with the cleanly fried fishand chips."Foster’s Market2694 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., 489-3944;B, L, D, V, M, AX; www.fostersmarket.comHouse Beautiful - "a specialty and takeout food store inDurham...Wednesday farmers' market... handy tables andchairs have been set up on the porch and deck for drop-inmeals." Owned by Sara Foster, chef and one-time memberof Martha Stewart's catering team.Four Square2701 Chapel Hill Rd., 401-9877; D, V, M, AX, DC;www.foursquarerestaurant.comBon Appétit calls Four Square "exciting" and remarks, "Theplates going back to the kitchen were licked clean." Ownedand operated by executive chef Shane Ingram and his wife,former pastry chef Elizabeth Woodhouse.George’s Garage737 Ninth St., 286-4131; L, D, BR, V, M, AX, DS, DC;www.georgesgarage.comRecognized by Meridian Magazine as "…arguably the bestsushi bar in the Triangle area." George's, the namesake ofrestaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias, features a variety of cuisineswith an emphasis on seafood and steak.44 For Additional Information Call 1-800-446-8604 or Visit www.durham-nc.com