Absolutely LOVE this shop! I've been working my way through their vinegar selection and have tried…read moreabout a dozen different flavors at this point. My favorites are strawberry and tangerine, but my mom loves the peach and the chocolate flavors. I also treated myself to the picual olive oil for dipping bread and it's so fruity and fresh! Light years better than grocery store olive oil. The store has sample cups around for customers to try all the flavors. I recommend bringing a bottle of water because the vinegar does tend to dry out your throat a bit. They also have a customer loyalty punch card so you can get a free bottle, which is really fun.

We visited and toured POO and I walked away ambivalent. It is located in Ashworth's village…read moreadjacent to Academy St Bistro. Parking is problematic as the lot is diminutive so spots are at a premium. We lucked out... The shop is medium sized with 2 rooms and check out area. It houses 65+ Balsamic vinegars and Olive oils with varied flavor profiles; sweet, savory, sour, spicy, and everything in between. Our tour guide, one of the proprietors, was knowledgeable, but somewhat aloof. She prepared fresh popcorn and bread for tasting, and offered us fresh apple cider. The oils and vinegars are aged 12-18 years, depending on the product, and stored in fusti's. They sell them in several sizes, and allow for bundles at discounted prices. $7-$20 seemed to be the range. Tuscan oil is there most popular, and sweet balsamics are said to be great on salads/vanilla ice cream. Personally, I gravitated toward the oils with heat, and one in particular (peri peri), transported me back to my 12 year old self enjoying the above in Southern Africa. Thanks for the tour, and back to the future moment.

This is hands down my favorite olive oil shop in all of the triangle area. Trust me; I've been to…read moreall of them. The owner is welcome, super friendly, and helpful. They offer olive oil, balsamic vinegars, honey, marinara sauce, mustard, cheeses, honey, chips, pasta..... Many of these items are local. You can sample pretty much anything in the place! The owner will even help you put together gift baskets or make selections based on what you plan to cook. They are constantly getting new things in to try. It's such a great experience going in for a visit. Check out Indio next door while you are there. It's a cute little gift shop with great greeting cards and local products.

I recently visited Bull City Olive Oil for the second time. Wonderful experience! The owner kindly…read morehelped me pick out a Christmas gift I needed. I love that I was able to choose mini sizes of whichever high quality olive oils I wanted! I also got myself a cranberry pear white balsamic mini- I am a sucker for these flavored white balsamics! As with my first visit, I loved poking around the store, admiring all of the awesome gifts that are for sale- candles, seasonings, etc. The space is cozy and beautiful. We are lucky to have such a gem right in the heart of downtown!

My parents were so excited to introduce my fiancée and I to Cucciolo Famiglia, and for good…read morereason!! From the moment we entered the restaurant, the pastry display, soothing atmosphere, and kind servers set the tone for a relaxing, luxurious evening. Our server Gia came right to our table and remembered my parents from a previous visit, which always feels good. She quickly got us started with a salami board, a bottle of (amazing!) wine, and a complimentary bread basket, which we absolutely devoured. When it came time to order entrees, Gia also helped a few members of our party make the ever-difficult decision - a primi or second entree?? Regardless of our choice, everyone was delighted by their meal. The food had clearly been freshly prepared and was fantastic from appearance to taste. I highly recommend the walnut pesto, to which I added chicken. Portions were generous but not overwhelming, and Gia continued to check in to see if we needed anything. Make sure to ask about the specials - my dad absolutely loved his. Finally, dessert! As a large party, we got several desserts to split: the apple tart, the devil's food cake, a Nutella panna cotta, and chocolate gelato. Even though we were stuffed from dinner, dessert was worth every bite. I wanted to try more but simply had no more room. In summary, I can't recommend Cucciolo Famiglia highly enough to families looking for a special meal, couples seeking a romantic date night, friends looking for an intimate catch-up, or, as we saw on our trip, prom groups! Prices are very reasonable for quality, the menu offers something for everyone, and outdoor seating lets families with young children watch as their kids play in a nearby grassy field. Do make a reservation, though, as seating can be limited, and you don't want to miss this!

First time trying Cucciolo and it was enjoyable. The inside was clean and they were very kind to…read moreget us sat without a reservation for a Friday night. Its a bit small inside but they do well with their space. The lighting I found a little bright for a romantic evening but that's not really important. The service was extremely attentive. The food was delicious and pretty prompt on timing. I suppose my only complaint and reason for docking one star is that some of the portion sizes are a little small for the pricing of the dish. Other than that, no real complaints.

The ladies were so nice and you can sample the vinegar and oils. The black cherry was awesome! And…read morethe lady saying something about baking brownies with the chocolate balsamic vinegar and the orange oil. If you love to cook and try new things you will love this shop.

From the owner: Wagco Oil and Vinegar Taproom features some of the world's best Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Oil Oils…read moreand Balsamic Vinegars. We also have fresh spices to compliment your EVOO and Vinegars.

Picked up some frozen homemade spinach & cheese ravioli, and basil marinara sauce from this store…read moreat the Farmer's Market (also can find at a few other local shops with a freezer section, as well as the brick and mortar). I thought the ravioli and the sauce were both really tasty!!! The ravioli were filled with the perfect amount of filling, and the edges were sealed correctly so none broke apart while cooking. I would've liked the option to buy both fresh (not frozen), but really enjoyed them and will return to try some of the other flavors!! So many to choose from!

I had never heard of Melina's until a friend of my mother's from out of town spoke about it to my…read moremom and wanted to try some of their pasta. Since I was going to be in their town in a few days and only live about 20 minutes from Melina's I decided to order some and bring it in a cooler so my mother could surprise her. I'm glad I ordered it ahead of time. It was a smooth process and allowed me to choose a few things to try on my own. I followed my GPS to the teenie-tiny building Melina's is located in. Walked in and was greeted by a big smile from one of their workers with a chef's coat on. She grabbed my box quickly from their freezer and answered a few of my curious questions. She seemed to love what she did! How refreshing! She welcomed my questions and was just an overall cheerful person. Tried some of their pasta about a week later. It was goodness in a string. There is NO comparison to store-bought pasta. Melina's pasta is delicious! Also, Melina's sauce- better than the rest. For real. I'm thrilled to have Melina's to go to for all things pasta (and sauces). I'm supporting a small, local business and it's delicious! Win-win!

I have ordered this tuscan herb for many years now! Since i live in Raleigh, i order it on the…read morewebsite! Awesome to cook with or to add to salads! Try it! You'll love it !

So many great olive oil and balsamic options. Staff is helpful and will get samples for you to try…read more Will be back!

Everything was amazing here including the service. Lots of…read moreproducts from Italy wide assortment of homemade items,but the pinnacle was the bread that comes Par baked from Long Island. I'm just visiting but I will be thinking about this bread long after I return Ro cali. From jersey originally. Fantastic sandwich and we loaded up on baccala,cannoli etc that we can't find easily elsewhere. Small market loaded with Italian goods

Great italian market! Has italian groceries, italian wines,…read moreitalian treats and desserts, and a deli making at least a dozen italian hot dishes every day. So glad to have found this spot! I will be returning.

Really cute cafe/ upscale gift shop. I've only ordered variations on the cheddar biscuit breakfast…read moresandwich. The biscuit is so flaky and crispy, and you can sub avocado if you don't want bacon. They have a number of other breakfast and lunch choices plus a coffee bar. They have a ton of cute gifts for all occasions and audiences from bath and beauty products to cookware and specialty foods plus a selection for baby and kids.

We have been at the previous P&O location and this location but had not ordered food here. Stopped…read moreby on a Saturday particularly to eat instead of shop. We got a cheddar biscuit with bacon and eggs, and my wife wanted the salmon bagel but they were out of bagels so they offered to make it on sourdough bread. We found a place in the seating area and waited for them to call our name. My biscuit was delicious and filling, and my wife's salmon was so large she ended up taking part of it go. Don't forget to poke around their retail area for gifts, cookbooks, wines and more. They also have occasional sales. It's now become a Durham institution.

Holy cow. Have made some middle eastern friends and have started with some Jordanian recipes. This…read moreplace has everything you need. Staff is very friendly and their bakery is spectacular. Buy some pillow soft pita and throw it in the freezer. Going to make the trip from Chattanooga once a month. Well worth the drive

Another place that is a long time regular family favorite that I have never reviewed. Way over due…read more I never realized how lucky we are in Raleigh to have so many good Arabic bakeries until I tried looking for them in bigger cities (Atlanta, Philly, D.C.) that are apparently completely bereft of good Arabic groceries. Jerusalem Bakery & Grocery has most of what you need for cooking Arabic food I will say flat out its the best pita bread on the east coast. When i visited other cities family there would ask me to bring pita bread when I came. The meat, cheese and spinach pies are fantastic. The cheese pies are my personal favorites. The family that owns this place is really nice, and will be even more pleased and solicitous if you show a genuine appreciation for their food. Oh, and they have a dessert that I can never remember the name of, but which is also wonderful and difficult to find - it's the one made of filo dough with cheese inside and attar (the sweet sticky sauce) on top. I have yet to see it anywhere else in the U.S, and they do a good job of it. Like many bakeries, they bake early in the morning and sell until its gone. So best selection and quantity is going to be in the mornings. For the visit on Jan 7, 2025, I got 3 meat pies, 12 cheese pies, 4 pita bread bags, and 1 sesame date cookie package which is also a favorite of mine. Total $51.14. An important pro tip is that the pies and pita bread all freeze great. so go ahead and eat 1 pie while its warm, because it likely will be, and then quickly freeze the rest. Then, warm it up in a toaster oven.

Was on a hunt for some dried red chilies and fresh pasties. Someone mentioned this spot and I am…read moreglad I had the chance to check them out. It was very clean and spacious inside. They have a variety of goods and staff were super friendly. They also cook and sale food here. I would love to try some of their food.

Lovely new edition to the neighborhood! The young lady at the checkout couldn't have been nicer and…read moremore helpful. Stopped in Las Carolinas Fresh Market in Durham today. The shelves are stocked full with wonderful delights. They have a meat counter, fresh produce, cold and frozen items, and on the weekends they have homemade items to go. This weekend they're having fresh made elotes, rich birria w/consume, and fresh ingredients for tamales! I can't wait to try them all! Check their Facebook page for more info.