Heritage Market is a great convenience store. The employees are always so friendly. It is on…read moreBurlington Mills Rd where it intersects with Forestville Rd. It is a great place to pick up needed items without going to a grocery store. They offer beverages and snacks. I like the treats on the counter and always get my lotto tickets here.

The last thing I expected to find was a convenience store at the intersection of two well-traveled…read moreroads in a suburban area. I don't know why, though, since that seems to be the perfect spot for a convenience store. And what a convenience store it is. First of all, Heritage Market is a classic convenience store with an old-time feel but carrying the usual drinks and chips and good humor ice cream. Nevertheless, if you want to escape the traffic or break up a road trip, this is a good place for a mini-stop. Whether it's a breakfast on the go, or a few minutes extra for lunch, they're set up so you can grab a sandwich, a cup of Larry's beans coffee, and sit at a small table in the corner to watch the traffic outside or the news on the overhead TVs. This store was super busy. I was inside for only a few minutes, but nearly everyone who stopped in was greeted by name by the employee. It's obviously a popular stop with the locals. As I reached into one cooler to grab some water, the cooler next to me had some large blocks of various cheeses from Ashe County Dairy, and, the cheese was conveniently located right next to some six packs of beer. Party fixings all in one convenient place - who knew? I guess there's more than one reason why these are called convenience stores. I like Heritage. It's an old-time store but with all the modern things that make a convenience store convenient.

Deco Raleigh is located in Downtown Raleigh on Salisbury Street. The iconic neon sign caught my…read moreattention and drew me in after a walking tour of Raleigh. The store opened back in 2012 and moved to its current larger spot in 2018. At the time, it was the only place downtown to buy a card and a gift. The building was once the NC State Bar's headquarters. Parking is on the street or at a nearby garage, so it can be somewhat challenging. Did you know that Pam Blondin, the owner, campaigned and built Raleigh's first parklet, and she commissioned the city's first sidewalk mural? She is a true pioneer of downtown's public culture. Deco Raleigh is an upscale gift shop with curated gifts. I thought the store was a good size and bigger than it appeared from the street. But the aisles were a little narrow in places. The store carries work from over 100 North Carolinian artisans. Inside, there is pottery, artwork, jewelry, textiles, apparel, home decor, puzzles, books, cards, and other unique finds. The store carries the "Raleigh" and "North Carolina" themed items. You'll also find some gourmet food items. The custom wrapping station makes things so convenient. It is the ideal place to browse and find a thoughtful gift for someone, or just buy something for yourself. The store design is warm, welcoming, and a total visual treat to explore. I'll definitely be back!

Love this store! So much to see and so many unique brands and artists…read more We spent about 1/2 hour in Deco Raleigh, but could have stayed longer and spent a lot of money. Bought a clever dish towel from BlueQ, some magnets, bookmarks and some very unique gifts. Highly recommend!

I just had the best experience shopping in this cute locally owned shop supporting local makers and…read moreartists. You can find a gift for anyone here! I bought some gifts for girlfriends and for myself. My husband bought some records and some homemade icecream that we delicious! You can support Lovelace Pottery by purchasing their amazing pottery there! There is literally something for everyone! They sell the Angus Barn cheese and crackers and BBQ sauce. I love being able to stock up on all of my Angus Barn favs! I have bookmarked this as the place to do all of my gift shopping as I absolutely love supporting local and buying beautiful jewelry, art, and other handmade items. Definitely go check it out!!!

This is the cutest little artisan market! All local and handmade, most the items are one of a kind…read moreand absolutely precious! Highly recommend for a quiet happy browse!

Whenever I come to downtown Raleigh I like to stop by the store. The store partners with women in…read moreAfghanistan and Ethiopia and all over the world for a fair trade. I really like their clothes because they are modern and affordable however well-made. When I walked into the store yesterday they had free apple cider that you can sip on while walking around and shopping. Besides clothing they also have jewelry and candles and cards and little knickknacks. There is a kids section with kids toys and books about how to be inclusive. I love their vibe and it's a very nice store which also has Instagram stories weekly so you can kind of see what they have in stock before you go there. It is a small business so it's nice to shop small.

I had the most wonderful time "shopping with a purpose" at The Flourish Market's new…read morelocation..downtown Raleigh..at 307 W. Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601. It is a block up from Cam Museum and one block from Morgan Street food hall. *****PARKING TIP: Street parking is free after 5pm, and if those spots aren't available, there are several paid parking lots around the corner. The Flourish Market is a unique boutique that sells sustainable fashions, gifts,accessories and more from artisians! It is a space owned by a woman who is a champion for all women. There is so much positive energy in that store, that you can't help but to keep coming back for more! The staff will welcome you and serve you a rasberry mimosa or La Croix for you to enjoy while shopping. This new and larger location also offers: * a coworking space called The Locality, for Triangle-based female entrepreneurs * a new coffee lounge * more dressing rooms * a larger selection of gift items * the addition of baby and children's clothing * more home decor items *a space for the expansion of the store's online business ***SHOPPING TIP: Stop by The Florish Market in Downtown Raleigh,NC until August 1st to pick out a new favorite find. Use code SHOPWITHMEANING in-store or online for 20% OFF your 1st purchase! * What I purchased : I got some metal straws, which my daughter has been asking for to help save the turtles..They were $3 each. I treated myself to a floral print,summer dress for $42! It has pockets and I just love how it flows and feels on my skin!

Legitimately my favorite store in Raleigh (and Wilmington - there's one there too) I can't speak…read more highly enough of it. I love the vibes. The employees are always super chill and helpful. The product curation is superb, and there's something for every price point. This store has everything I want and more. I recently went in to buy a couple birthday gifts for a friend and let me tell you, it was hard not to spend more and treat myself too lol. I've found a little bit of everything here. Some of my favorite clothing items are from Edge of Urge. I also almost always get gifts for friends here. It's just a great little store. Check it out if you haven't!

Quirky, fun and maybe a like vulgar but that's the fun!…read more Great little shop filled to the ceiling with local gifts. Great option for someone who is hard to shop for. Funny signs or female empowerment and I am ALL for that! Parking is out front but it is limited.

Visited Wake Forest for the first time and was delighted by how cool this store is from the street…read moreand inside. To find that the store supports local businesses was a bonus, always try to shop local and support when I can. The issue was the 3 employees behind the counter making snide remarks about people shopping in the store and criticizing our purchases. Sorry but I don't think what I purchased was ugly. I can definitely find other places to support locally. As a business owner myself it was a bummer to not feel welcome and appreciated for spending money in the store, but glad we still purchased our items, because we think they are great.

Great shop in Wake Forest!…read more Many different vendors under one roof who have displays of their items. Each area is more like a little shop unmanned. There is a selection of items for everyone. Also they had a couple people there in person doing the business ( one did jewelry and I forgot what the other one was). The staff at the register were friendly as well. Cool little place to check out if you are in Wake Forest.

While in the area, I popped into the Black Friday Market on a Saturday afternoon, and I wasn't…read moredisappointed. The staff was welcoming and happy to see customers. I had only visited outside market events Black Friday held in the past. I felt at home. Great finds here. I purchased a natural hair soothing edge gel (by Clara Bea Essentials) and a Green Apatite Gemstone Bracelet for Self-Care and Healing. The Clara Bea Essentials soothing edge gel is top tier. There is only one edge control I prefer, and now I'm adding Clara Bea to my go-to. Great product. The bracelet is absolutely beautiful, with a peaceful and relaxing balance when worn.

I love walking into a store and being addressed as " Queen" ! I finally had the chance to check out…read morethis black owned business in the heart of downtown Raleigh. I had been following all the street fairs on Instagram and dropped in today to check out some clearance items. I purchased a homemade candle by Scents of Overflow and a cute mug. I love the women who work here and all their positive energy. This store is home to so much of our culture and history. The art work is beautiful, the vendors pour their hearts and souls into the merchandise and I love being able to spread wealth amongst my own people. I hope they are here to stay. My friend bought trendy sunglasses, vaginal steam herbs, Greek paraphernalia. I even scored a free pecan brownie today with my purchase. They sell herbs, seasonings, snacks, juices, clothing, jewelry. If you make it and it's black owned they sell it ! I love that this is home to so many talented black vendors. I can't wait to return for some cool t-shirts and other finds.

Such a friendly and welcoming place! Definitely worth the drive. Lots of cute stuff, but I can't…read moresay enough about how welcome I felt. It was like shopping with friends. Rare to find a place like that-I will definitely be back!

I pass by Harvest Moon on my way to/from work and it has always grabbed my attention with the…read moreeccentric decor outside. I finally visited randomly and loved everything about the shop. The employee was really nice and friendly, greeting us with a warm welcome. There's so much in this shop, it's overwhelming. You are sure to find something here whether it's for you or a gift. The store is a bit pricey on most things but it's a local shop that supports local artists/businesses. I bought a bar of soap for $8 which isn't crazy considering most bars of soap go for that price. This really is a cute shop and it's perfect for finding special gifts.