I chose Carolina Popcorn Shoppe because it was the only popcorn place in the area that I could find…read moreon google and I am so happy that I found it! The business is situated inside of a small shopping center and there probably always a parking space due to the location When I called the lady answered the phone and she was really nice! She told me that they normally take orders 24 to 48 hours in advance but I called at the perfect time because they were just popping popcorn! I was so happy about that! I ordered 2 bags of their bulk popcorn! The bags individually feed about 40 people! And they are huge! I ended getting 2 because I wasn't for sure if it would be enough and it ended up being plenty I still have an unopened one left! They offer so many flavors. While waiting to pay I was able to try a sample of their caramel siracha popcorn! And it spicy but good! I paid $36 for both bags which was extremely awesome. Overall great store, I would definitely recommend them for huge events! Or if you love popcorn!

Popcorn. It's hard to go wrong with it when it's fresh. It doesn't matter if it's plain or…read moreflavored. It's a nearly guilt-free indulgence even when mixed with sugary flavorings. It's popcorn, after all. What are a few spoonfuls of caramel or chocolate or nuts? Because some of the flavors use air-popped corn, that means there's no guilt. The calories evaporate when it's air-popped. At least that's how I convince myself it's okay. Carolina Popcorn Shoppe helps you feel better about indulging. They use all natural ingredients (except for the vanilla flavoring in the popcorn that uses it) and it's made fresh. Anything more than a couple of days old gets thrown out. Since there are no preservatives, the product won't keep long and the Shop doesn't make a lot of it in advance. If you're willing to wait, though, they'll make you a fresh batch. On average it's about a 15 minute wait while they fire up the popcorn popper and get things going. I haven't been there while they've done that, but the smell of popcorn popping is one of those "yum" aromas that might make the wait a must-do. If you decide to wait while they make your particular flavor popcorn, or put together a tin or a few big bags to take home or give as a gift, the shop has 3 or 4 tables and a refrigerated cooler with soft drinks for purchase. You can buy the popcorn in nearly any size from a couple of ounces to a pound or more. The hours it's open are limited, but you can always go online and order. It's also available at a couple of shops in the Triangle (e.g. Southern Season, NOFO, Gingham and Posh) so you'll never be too far away from a popcorn fix.

This ended up being dinner as I stopped at Little Oblivion, a nano-brewery in Graham NC that does…read morehave its own kitchen and there wasn't a food truck scheduled and I didn't feel like walking down the street for takeout. A selection of potato chips on offer include Outer Banks Sea Salt, Down East Carolina BBQ, Bee Sting Honey-Sriracha, Mama Gin Dill Pickle, Salt and Balsamic Vinegar, Rosemary and Garlic, Cream Cheese and Chive, Coastal Crab Boil, Kettle Cooked Russel Potato and Sweet Potato Gold. I chose the Cozumel Jalapeno Queso. The bag was quite full of chips. Yes, a lot of air but that also meant that my chips weren't broken into little crumbs. Big potato chips, lots of flavor. Tasty and a little spicy! Yummy! [Review 2171 of 2024 - 3828 in North Carolina - 23190 overall]

Trendy up-and-coming location near the state fairgrounds, and their clever flavor names and North…read moreCarolina culture-themed packaging designs are the stuff of gift basket dreams. There are bulk discounts and you can mix and match flavors to your heart's content. The NC State grad founder actually named his umbrella company '1 in 6 Snacks,' to raise awareness that 1 in 6 people in these United States do not know where their next meal will come from. As mentioned in other reviews, each sale also supports our wonderful Raleigh food banks, which are very well run and have their own vegetable gardens. Most Worth Trying: Cream Cheese & Chive Dill Pickle Down East Carolina BBQ Jalapeño Queso OBX // NC State Pack Snack, Sea Salt plain Salt & Balsamic Vinegar Others: (*Salt overpowers these flavors IMHO, but if you're a salt lover, maybe you'll feel differently) Bee Sting Honey Sriracha Coastal Crab Boil Rosemary Garlic

This place was absolutely amazing and truly fantastic! Don't hesitate to drop by--you won't regret…read moreit! Their selection is incredible! Plus, we couldn't resist; we ate five strawberries on the way to the car, which was just a block away--so good!

If heaven had a smell,it would be this! As a chocolate lover, this is the place to indulge if you…read morewanted to settle your chocolate sweet tooth. The service was was great and fast, and everyone was very friendly. The ice cream was delicious with so many different flavors to choose from, but chocolate fudge will always be my favorite

Joyce's Produce and Joyce's Gifts share the same space at the NC Farmers' Market. They are open…read moreduring COVID19. This NC variety shop sells it all: produce, cheese, candy, preserves, t-shirts, gifts, towels, flags, cards, peanuts, signs, keepsakes, baskets, banana chips, popcorn cobs, and a million other items. When you're at the Farmers Market this is a great local place to pick up items during these times of social isolation. You can send gifts or cards to spread cheer, flap a new flag outside your house so the parade of neighbors you never knew you had who are walking their dog for the fifth time can enjoy your flag too, and you can buy fresh produce to feed your body and take care of yourself so you can care for others.

Not only does Joyce have great looking produce she stocks all kinds of personalized note cards…read more She reorders for me whenever I need more. Then I get a filed trip to the best Farmer's Market in NC.

A great old school fish fry shack. It is inside a seafood market. Counter order and you wait for…read moreyour food while you can look at the fresh fish options available in the fish market.You can also grab seafood boil seasoning and flour, stoneground grits, or some prepped foodis from the freezer. I had whiting and popcorn shrimp with fries and fried okra. It was way too much to finish and was nicely seasoned and perfectly fried. Next time, i'm trying the clam strips and oyster.

I wish I could give them a zero. This was the worst food I've ever eaten. I stopped at a gas…read morestation to buy salt and pepper and that didn't help. The fish tasted like they caught it in the stream behind the store.

No I'm not obsessed...okay maybe I am? I love popcorn and usually prefer it topped with butter and…read moresalt and that's it. That was until I tried Ella's Popcorn. Their popcorn is something else. It is incredibly flavorful without sacrificing texture or beauty. We enjoyed all the flavors ordered. I especially liked the Strawberry Hibiscus and Bee Dreamy Almond. The rest of my family preferred Parma Amore and Sea Salty Toffee. The popcorn is packaged well making it a great gift.

Cute little shop right in Crabtree Mall. Great variety of items from foodie gifts to fan based…read moregifts for local colleges. Store attendant (maybe owner) was very friendly and attentive without being pushy. Definitely a place to go find some specialty gifts and I will be going back.

This store is not open and has no signs posted about being closed for COVID or operating under…read morereduced hours. Came here specifically to purchase NC products to ship to out of state friends. Update your website and hours of operation so people do not make unnecessary trips to do business with you.

Piada is a favorite of mine! Was there again today and loved my lunch! You can order straight from…read more the menu or customize. Everything I have tried is delicious! The chefs and team are friendly and eager to help you. Ive also observed many catering orders being picked up and think Piada is a great idea for feeding a family or a crowd with great quality food! I love that there are really healthy options on the menu! I will continue to visit this Piada in Holly Park shopping center. ​

After a day of shopping my niece wanted to go to Piada's for lunch. I was pleasantly surprised by…read morethe flavor of the food . I really enjoyed lunch and customer service was excellent. I did ordered a cup of lobster bisque but it was probably the only thing I didn't like ( sorry my Bostonian man makes it so much better )