To make it a true duck hunting experience, take a partner and count as many as you can find. Bonus points to whoever finds the first one, and beware of Canadian geese.
Quirky place for shopping
Shade and Callie's favorite retro entertainment shop. They mostly specialize in videogames, but they have some records and movies as well. It's also right next to Brookstown Camino, their most frequented coffee shop.
They have anything you can think of cameras, books, video games, vinyl, board games. Vintage or new, if you've been looking for it there's a good chance that McKay's has it.
Plenty of fun little shops and good restaurants on this street. There's also good food on 4th street which T's up at the south end of Trade.
Catch a Winston-Salem Dash minor league baseball game.
A small park that's good for picnics.
Callie and Shade did one of their first photoshoots here.
BEWARE: The entire trip around the lake is 7 miles. The trail is gorgeous but, maybe plan to only do part of it before doubling back.
Beautiful gardens for sitting outside and enjoying the May Way you just bought. You can also tour the museum in the house.
The on campus fine arts center. They frequently do orchestral concerts and various theater productions.
Small local theater with a rotating selection of triple A titles and indie films.
Great spot for breakfast/brunch
Great coffee, biscuits, pastries, and smaller food items
Located in Reynolda Village, just walking distance from the Reynolda campus of Wake Forest University. Serves sweet and savory crepes.
Great spot for coffee and fresh made pastries and cakes. Shade and Callie often pick up coffee and a light breakfast here before running errands.
Known for their doughnuts, but their coffee is also spectacular.
Lunch options vary per day, but always have spectacular pastries and a small selection of coffee options.
Mexican style cantina food, open for lunch or dinner. You're required to have a marg.
Great burgers and beer with some awesome vegetarian options.
Ordering online is a bit tricky, but 110% worth it for the sauce.
A more authentic mexican option in Winston.
Absolute hole-in-the-wall, but amazing hot chicken.
Prohibition style restaurant serving standard American Fare with amazing cocktails and wet milkshakes.
Shade and Callie went here to celebrate Shade's acceptance into Teach for America and Callie's acceptance into medical school. More upscale options like steaks and pastas with a great wine selection.
If you're in the mood for an upscale southern home-cooked meal, you cannot go wrong with Sweet Potatoes. Their fried chicken is to die for.
You got in late and want something quick and greasy? Check out Callie and Shade's go-to pizza night option. The garlic knots are non-negotiable.
More authentic Italian food with an amazing wine selection.
Relaxed wine bar with an exceptional food selection (including an amazing baked brie). Offers wine flights, so you can try a myriad of options.
Lounge style bar with fancy, but delicious, cocktails.
If you want to drink AND play vintage pinball machines or video games, this is the place to be.
One of the local breweries that Winston Salem is known for. Also offers solid options for food, including burgers, chicken, etc.
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