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OBX Eats: Trio

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OBX Eats: Trio

OBX Eats: Trio

I have to be honest. I got a little flak from my good friend (Karen R., if you are wondering) for turning you all on to The KDG. Her fear is that you will all rush to grab a delicious sammy or salad, and she won’t be able to eat there ever again. Although that may happen, I figured I needed to give you another option. So now I bring you TRIO!

Trio is a place that’s a little hard to explain.

It’s a wine shop. They have a vast retail area and 24 bottles of wine are available at any time in the self-service tasting machines. You can purchase a taste, a half glass, or full. Ever want to taste a $100 bottle of wine, but not willing to spend the money? Here you can get a taste for just a few smackers. It’s like being in Vegas – slide your card in the machine, hit a button, and wine pours out… you’re always a winner!

It’s also an artisanal cheese shop with a… wait for it… CHEESE MONGER! (Yep! I said it! CHEESE MONGER!) This is my favorite part of this eating experience. You order a cheese platter, and the CHEESE MONGER gives you a great sampling, mild to off-the-chart smelly if that’s what you like, and crackers. You can try new things and find what you love. Then, if you’re like me, you forget what you love and have to go back and start all over.

It’s also a 24-beer-on-tap shop. If you can’t find a beer that you like here, you need to stop drinking beer.

It’s even a charcuterie shop. (I’ll let you Google that one).

They have a great pool table upstairs in the mezzanine, and free WiFi. It’s a perfect space for a rehearsal, group meeting, shower, girls/guys night out, or “leave me alone I want to drink and read my Facebook updates in peace.” If you do that, don’t forget to “check-in!’

But I’m not here to tell you about that. I’m here to tell you about the food. Brittany, our Assistant Property Manager, and I went to Trio for lunch this week. If I had my way, I would have ordered one of everything for her to try. They have sandwiches and salads, and the best nibblers on the East coast. We sampled the olives that were salty and briny, and the Trio Toasted Nut mix that has a certain sweetness, and a sneak-up-on-you heat that makes you want to eat more olives.

I had the aged gouda, rare roast beef, baby arugula and roasted tomato Panini. It’s warmed and tender and ooey-gooey deliciousness. Brittney had the mozzarella, roasted tomato, baby arugula and pesto Panini that looked ah-mazing. (Frankly, I could eat a flip-flop with pesto, but that’s a whole other thing.) Well, you can see it for yourself. Looks at those beauties! Don’t you want to eat that? You do. I know you do.

OBX Eats: Trio

OBX Eats: Trio

OBX Eats: Trio

OBX Eats: Trio

Drop in on Trio during your stay. If nothing else, your significant other can drown their sorrows while you are shopping at Diamonds and Dunes and spending your tax refund.

Eat (and shop) Local. Always
Colleen

PS – As a side note, all Seaside Vacations guests have an opportunity for a complimentary wine tasting at Trio through our fabulous Club Seaside program. :)

OBX Eats: KDH Deli

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OBX Eats: KDH Deli

OBX Eats: KDH Deli

Welcome back to OBX Eats!

I am learning a lot about myself as I embrace this project.

#1. I need to use spell check. There’s nothing worse than getting a call from your mom, congratulating you on your new challenge, and then telling you that you can’t spell. F7 is your fiend. (just kidding)

#2. I have to make it a priority to plan the blog post as I order. Three times I have ordered amazing food, only to remember that I forgot to take a picture of it. “Shame on you, food blogger!” Then I take out the iPhone and snap away at  a plate that has sauce pushed all around and hunk out of the prime rib. No one wants to see that, but I take it anyway.

#3. I eat out… a lot.

This week I took a few moments to stop in for lunch at the new KDH Deli. (KDH = Kill Devil Hills, in case you’re not a local) The restaurant was clean and I was greeted right away. Right away, I noticed the Fiddler’s Green Salad on the menu. It was described as “loaded with green vegetables like spinach and avocado, so it’s high iron, fiber, and healthy monounsaturated fats that raise your good cholesterol.” Sounds good, but I wanted something that was a little more fulfilling.

#4. I am an emotional eater.

I considered ordering the Booty Italian Sub, just so I could say, “Booty.”  This deliciousness has salami, capicola, pepperoni, ham, provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, sliced black olives, lettuce, tomato, onion, with oil and vinegar. It looked Bootylicious, and yet it didn’t call to me.

#5. Food speaks to me. I don’t always talk back.

I opted for the Buccaneer Beef: roast beef, Swiss cheese, lettuce, mustard. Except I had cheddar, not Swiss. And I had mayo, not mustard. And I felt like a pain, but they were crazy nice to me and accommodating. The fresh baked bread was healthy looking AND tasted good. I crunched on some salt & vinegar chips and sipped a fresh brewed sweet tea. I was happy.

In addition to serving sandwiches that let you say “Booty” in public, an appropriate manner, they also have subs, soup, chili, salads, and kids meals. They’re open for lunch and dinner. I can tell you that I’ll be stopping in to pick-up our lunch on the days that I can pry my way away from the office to go to the beach. Go for a visit, and tell them that Seaside Vacations sent you.

Eat Local. Always.

Colleen

Have you been to the KDH Deli? Do you have a place that’d you’d like me to review? Post a comment and let me know! 

Spotlight on the OBX: Duck, NC

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Outer Banks SunsetWe love a good video series; so we figured why not start another. You can already view our “Outer Banks Treasures” video series that highlights all of the “secret” spots we love on the OBX so you can live like a local when you visit. And now we’re going to focus on some informational videos that will help you get an understanding of the layout of the Outer Banks. We’ll title the new video series “Spotlight on the OBX,” (pretty clever, right? :) ), and we’ll start with an overview of the town of Duck.

Hope you enjoy…please let us know if you have any suggestions or want us to focus on something in particular. We love your input!

Duck, North Carolina is a charming Northern Outer Banks town that has a lot of personality and an amazing amount to offer vacationers. Whether you’re looking to relax on the beautiful beaches, take a bike ride through the quaint downtown area, pick up some unique OBX goodies at the local shops, or dine in one of the many tasty restaurants, Duck has something for everyone.

Duck is in an ideal location. Tucked away in a wooded area just north of Kitty Hawk, it is quiet and peaceful, but it is a short drive south to hustle and bustle along Rt. 158, and a quick trip north to Corolla. It is one of the few towns on the OBX that offer a true “downtown” area…and it’s a great downtown – bike and walking paths, shops, restaurants, waterfront patios and walkways. The town also goes above and beyond during the summer months to offer free events all week long – music, exercise, shows, kids events.  A great spot for an OBX getaway

  • Beautiful Views: The town of Duck has some of the best views on the Outer Banks. From restaurants on the sound to oceanfront property, there’s a breath-taking view everywhere you look.
  • Watersports/fishing: From the Atlantic Ocean to the Currituck Sound, Duck has it all when it comes to the water. The most peaceful and relaxing beaches on the Outer Banks can be found in Duck, a great place for surfing, sea kayaking, paddle boarding or even just swimming. Just a walk away is the Currituck Sound, where you can rent a jet ski, take a boat out, go fishing or enjoy an aerial view while parasailing.
  • Restaurants: Duck is home to some of the best restaurants around. With just a short drive, bike ride or walk, you’ll find some of the top food and wine destinations on the Outer Banks.
  • Shopping: All of Duck’s unique boutiques and specialty shops are located within walking distance of each other, creating a great “downtown” shopping experience.

I’ll zip it so Chelsea can give you a quick tour. Hope to see you soon. Enjoy!

OBX Pic O’ the Day: Pad Thai…mmmmm

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There’s a new kid on the block, and they are worth a try.

Thai food is one of my favorites; light, healthy, and spicy. When I hit a new area, I keep an eye peeled for Thai because there’s a good chance of being satisfiend with the  meal. So when I noticed the Vilai Thai Kitchen the other day, I was sold.

Up until now, there’s really only been one Thai restaurant on the OBX, and while that restaurant is great, a little competition is a good thing…and this one is close to the office for lunch!  The lunch portion is huge and tasty.

The Vilai Thai Kitchen is located in Kitty Hawk in the plaza across from the Hilton Garden Inn on the “Beach Road.”

If you’re a fan of Thai, it’s worth a try.  And while you’re there, stop by Outer Banks Yoga next door…if you’re a Seaside Vacations guest, you can have a free yoga class courtesy of Club Seaside.

Outer Banks Thai - Vilai Thai Kitchen

Outer Banks Thai - Vilai Thai Kitchen

World’s Tiniest Full-Service Bar Located on the Outer Banks?

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Flying Fish Cafe - Outer Banks

Flying Fish Cafe - Outer Banks

The Guiness Book wasn’t referened, but a local Outer Banks bar and restauarant, The Flying Fish Cafe (located in Kill Devil Hills), is laying claim as the world’s tiniest full-service bar. 

With only 6 bar seats, The Flying Fish believes they have the world’s tiniest full-service bar and that’s the way they like it!  Patrons have the opportunity to enjoy an intimate night out with a few friends at the solid walnut bar. The entire menu is available at the bar as well as the great wine selections.  (See the Yelp review here.) 

You can even call ahead 252-441-6894 to reserve your spot there, and better yet, if you’ve never tried The Flying Fish, they are willing to give you free food!  Simpley sign-up for their newsletter, and they will give you a $15 coupon for your first visit!

Outer Banks Fishing Industry Gets a Boost

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A campaign to promote the local Outer Banks fishing industry is picking up steam.  The movement, dubbed “Outer Banks Catch”, recently received a $150,000 grant.  The purpose is to educate the public about the health and economic benefits of supporting the local OBX fishermen, and encourage local OBX restaurants to serve local seafood. 

Commissioner Mike Johnson mentioned that promoting local seafood is in everyone’s best interest and contends that the safety of imported seafood was unreliable. He cited a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimate that only 1 percent of imported seafood is inspected at port.