Food and drink

Service Industry workers are being hit hard right now, as restaurants and bars have temporarily closed. Here's one way to help. Service Industry Tips is a nationwide website that serves the Triangle as well as many other cities. The way it works is simple. Any time you have a drink at home (I’ll add: any time you have a meal at home too) refresh the website, and you’ll see the name of a … [Read more...] about Tip a local service industry worker from home

Taprooms are temporarily closed, but many breweries are offering curbside pickup and delivery. A few breweries have temporarily closed completely, but most of them at least have to-go available. Read on to see which ones have delivery, and how it works, as well as some details about what they’re offering for pickup.  Some breweries are also offering pickup and delivery of food at the … [Read more...] about Triangle area breweries now offering curbside pickup and delivery — learn how to get your beer from 32 breweries

Carrboro United is helping residents bring home great food, while helping Carrboro restaurants and farms survive this difficult time, and keeping employees working. It's a one-stop food hub that takes place three times a week in the heart of Carrboro. By shopping for food from Carrboro United, you're not only getting delicious and nutritious food, but you're also helping local businesses stay … [Read more...] about Carrboro United Local Food Hub is a way to buy food from local restaurants and farmers without leaving your car

We may be able to skip the movies, stop getting together for drinks, stop going to the gym, but we have to eat. We will always need grocery stores. There are several different ways to get groceries without going into a store. If you choose delivery, the delivery person should leave the bags at your front door, with no personal contact. If you tip, you can do it through the app or … [Read more...] about Side by side comparison of grocery delivery services

Starbucks is offering free coffee to Front-Line responders in our public health crisis.  That most likely would include healthcare workers, hospital workers, and first responders. Starbucks hasn't specifically said who qualifies, but if you identify as a front-line responder you can get a tall brewed coffee (hot or iced) at no charge. The offer extends through May 3rd, 2020. … [Read more...] about Starbucks: Free coffee for front-line responders

For a limited time, Wendy's is offering a free Jr. Frosty with every drive-thru purchase at participating locations. The treat is available in vanilla and chocolate. If you’re looking for more savings, download its app for more offers, including digital coupons. Also, learn about a bunch of food delivery deals. NOTE: Not all locations offer the same national promotions. As a result, … [Read more...] about Wendy’s: Free Frosty with every drive-thru order