The pizza slabs will awaken all your taste buds. | Photo by WStoday
Looking for the next new restaurant hitting the Winston-Salem food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Winston-Salem — plus, some spots coming soon.
Grandpa Joe’s Slaberia, Salem Bottleworks, 845 S. Poplar St.
Owned by Bobby Boy Bakeshop owners, the fine dining restaurant will serve pizza slabs and gelato to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Book Nook, Forsyth County Central Library
Washington Perk opened a second location — and bookworms love it. Take a break from reading and order coffee, smoothies, cakes, or pastries.
The Gaslight on Main, 126 S. Main St., Ste. G, Kernersville
This upscale restaurant serves a fusion of diverse cultural experiences into one, while providing an intimate wine and dining experience. Try this: The warm mushroom crepes to start.
Hummus Kabab & Grill, 1555 Hanes Mall Blvd.
Experience Middle Eastern traditions, flavor, and hospitality. The menu includes items like shawarmas, tender kababs, and hummus deluxe fries.
Colonial Dancing | 6-8 p.m. | Historic Bethabara Park | Free | Learn traditional steps from the Revolutionary era, and experience the charm of the 18th century alongside costumed dancers.
NYT Bestselling Author Sarah McCoy Book Launch | 6:30 p.m. | The Crest | $41, RSVP | Get your hands on signed copies of the famous author’s latest novel, “Whatever Happened to Lori Lovely?”, sip on a glass of wine, plus a piece of cake from To Your Health Bakery.
Saturday, Aug. 30
Adult Open Art Studio: Polymer Clay Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | B Balanced Counseling & Wellness | $21 | Join the open studio space to relax and make art for yourself — there’ll be an optional clay gnomes workshop.
One Love One Voice Pop-Up Choir | 4-6 p.m. | Winston-Salem Wellness Collective | $15+ | Elevate your voice and sing Coldplay’s “Fix You” in this workshop-style gathering — no experience necessary.
Wild West Brewfest | 4-10 p.m. | Wise Man Brewing | Free | Saddle up for a day of live outdoor country music, food trucks, and make your way to a custom cowboy + trucker hat bar — don’t forget to wear your best outfit.
Summer on Fourth Music Series | 7-10 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Co. | Free | Close off the season with The Vagabond Saints’ Society concert benefiting The Second Harvest Food Bank — find parking at 650 W. 4th St.
Sunday, Aug. 31 Pops in the Pit | 6 p.m. | Coal Pit at Incendiary Brewing | Free | Listen to live, family-friendly music by the Piedmont Wind Symphony — we recommend grabbing a brew from Incendiary before watching in the Coal Pit.
Martha Bassett’s Quinteto Brasil | 7:30 p.m. | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $25 | NC singer/songwriter Martha Bassett and her Quinteto Brasil present a night of bossa nova standards, which blends samba rhythms with jazz influences.
Plan Ahead
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. Annual Golf Tournament | Monday, Sept. 29 | 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bermuda Run Country Club | $1,000 | Get ready to swing, sip + socialize for a good cause, WS. Teams of four will compete across 18 holes, with player perks that include drinks, lunch, giveaways, and a special post-tournament reception.*
Nourish helps you develop healthy habits that last — all over telehealth and covered by your insurance. | Photo via Nourish
$0. That’s how much 94% of patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian through Nourish — an easy-to-use platform that connects you with the right care to support your health goals.
Nourish helps match you with a Registered Dietitian for telehealth appointments, so you can access hyper-personalized, clinical-grade nutrition care that’s right for your health journey.
$2 million. That’s how much is going toward The Millennium Center’s renovations as the historic building is approaching its 30-year anniversary. The expansion includes a refresh exterior and upgraded outdoor spaces. (Triad Business Journal)
The Word
RapidArc Dynamic. That’s an advanced form of radiation therapy, and Novant Health is the first health system to adopt this form of treatment nationally. This treatment aims to more accurately target tumors. Patients can access this technology at the Novant Health Derrick L. Davis Cancer Institute.
Biz
Two powerhouses are teaming up. Greater Winston-Salem Inc. and Visit Winston-Salem are launching a new project to improve the quality of life for residents and enhance visitors’ experience. WS is on track to become the top mid-sized city in the Southeast — get excited, Winstonians.
Edu
What do Woodson Prestige Academy, Excel Leadership Academy, and Village Academy of Clemmons have in common? The three new private schools in Forsyth County will accept vouchers for the 2025-26 school year. Families can apply for Opportunity Scholarships regardless of income for students K-12 to help cover tuition. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Job
What is it like to work for the city? Get answers during Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities job fair at The NCWorks Career on Tuesday, Sept. 16. Dress to impress and bring five copies of your resume, plus learn about signing bonuses from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2701 University Pkwy.
Fun Fact
We won’t gatekeep this hidden gem. Cricket’s Nest on Country Club Road is a one-stop shop to get unique creations made by local artisans. The craft shop is the perfect place for your seasonal decor and gifts. See what it’s like inside.
Featured Deal
Best-selling activewear and everyday apparel up to 60% off? Athleta’s taking an extra 30% off sale items now through Monday, September 1. Shop the sale.*
We’re still gushing over Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s recent engagement. We think the newly couple would relish this sweet celebratory cake made from scratch, from Little Cake Company. Psst... you can order one for your special occasion.
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Happy Labor Day weekend, Winston-Salemnites. Round up your crew and enjoy a relaxing lakeside getaway with these boat rentals for the perfect peaceful escape.
Belews Lake Park went through renovations and reopened to the public in April 2025.
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