Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
The Story Behind the Nickname If you’ve spent any time in Durham, North Carolina, you’ve encountered the bull. It’s on logos, murals, merchandise, and monuments throughout the city. The Durham Bulls baseball team plays at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Locals proudly call their home “Bull City.” But where does this distinctive nickname come from, and why has a farm animal become so central to a city’s identity? The answer lies in...
Morning Rituals at The Cafe: Breakfast and Brunch at The Durham Hotel There’s something about breakfast at a great hotel that feels inherently optimistic—the promise of a new day paired with excellent coffee and thoughtfully prepared food. The Cafe at The Durham Hotel delivers on this promise beautifully, offering breakfast and brunch that feel special without being fussy, elevated without losing approachability. Whether you’re a hotel...
Press is one of many restaurants on The American Tobacco Campus, a collection of historic tobacco warehouses that tells one of the most compelling urban renewal stories in America. The American Tobacco Campus has transformed from abandoned industrial ruins into a thriving destination that proves old buildings can have vibrant new lives. From Powerhouse to Empty ShellsThese buildings once housed The American Tobacco Company, formed in 1890 by...
There’s a certain kind of weekend morning that calls for more than just grabbing coffee and a pastry to go. When you want to linger over breakfast, sip something special, and truly ease into your day, Press Coffee Crepes Cocktails in Durham delivers that kind of experience, although you could just as easily order a coffee & pastry to go here as well. This charming spot has mastered the art of the leisurely brunch—and become a beloved...
There’s something magical about dining in a space where money was once counted and now memories are made. Counting House, the signature restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel Durham, transforms the grand hall of a historic bank into one of Durham’s most distinctive dining destinations—a place where architectural heritage, contemporary art, and inventive Southern cuisine come together in perfect harmony. A Room with HistoryStep into Counting House...
This past weekend brought us to Durham, North Carolina, where the daughter of my partner’s friends got married. Like many weddings these days, especially destination weddings, the bride and groom set up a wedding website, where they offered a schedule of events for the weekend along with area attractions and hotel recommendations. We chose the 21c Museum Hotel from their recommendations, and arranged the flight, car rental and hired car to...
Nestled in the heart of Cape Cod, Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria has been serving the North Eastham community and visitors alike as a reliable dining destination for over 20 years. Located on Route 6, this casual eatery offers the kind of straightforward, satisfying meals that keep locals coming back and tourists discovering it year after year. A Menu for EveryoneFairway lives up to its name by offering a diverse menu that goes well beyond...
When you’re looking for the perfect breakfast spot on Cape Cod, there’s one place that locals and visitors alike keep coming back to: The Hole-in-One in Orleans, Massachusetts. This family-run bakery and eatery has been a beloved fixture in the heart of Orleans for over 29 years, and once you visit, you’ll understand why. More Than Just Donuts (But the Donuts Are Amazing) While The Hole-in-One is famous for their hand-cut, oversized...
Back on the Cape, our neighbors tipped us off about the Cuffy’s of Cape Cod clearance sale. If you already love Cuffy’s at full price and in full season, you’ll love it even more during their clearance events. These sales aren’t advertised—the locals just seem to know when they’re running. Even the employees can’t say when they’ll end if you ask. You simply need to take your chances and go. Or call ahead to confirm. We thought...
