Molly McGinn

"This is the brick and mortar location, but the business lives online. It's the only online mail order company for authentic NC style BBQ. It's their own take on Eastern and Piedmont styles."

"Etsy superstar Gaia Conceptions now has a retail store and workshop on N. Elm. Founder Andrea Crouse makes her organic clothes here using environmentally friendly dyes and organic materials."

"Every other Wednesday night Amelia's Mechanics plays here. Owner Vonne does a lot to bring in local music and events. And the food is outstanding."

"He's known for taking cool, old vintage instruments and making them modernly usuable. He'll custom set up your guitar based on your style of playing, and this year, they're opening a recording studio."