Written By Nancy Pardue

Listen carefully … hear the ocean waves crashing?

Shuck ’Em Shack Oyster Bar has brought the beach to Garner, offering freshly delivered specialties from the coast. Open the screen door and come on in!

The restaurant is a new venture for locals Phil and Erica Banks, also both active real estate agents in the Garner area. “We love the beach, but my heart is in Garner,” said Phil. “If we couldn’t do this here, I didn’t want to do it.”

While the Banks family is enjoying entrepreneurship, customers are enjoying a menu of fried and steamed seafood and other specialties. Most requested dishes are the oysters, shrimp and wings.
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Photos Courtesy of Target

Girls, get ready to shop: On March 14, Target will launch its newest and widest-ever spring collection for home and family.

Partnering with British company Liberty of London, the new Target collection includes stylish items for the home and garden, plus vibrant fashions for men, women and children, in 25 unique prints.

Bold prints and florals are the name of the game, creating whimsical warm-weather updates for your wardrobe and living spaces.

The cheery prints appear on everything from sundresses to teapots, neckties to baby bedding — even a full-size bicycle. The collection will vary by store, with additional items available online.
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Photography By Jonathan Fredin

Brides-to-be are invited to celebrate their engagement and plan all their important wedding details with an unforgettable evening of food, fun and live entertainment, at the fourth annual Cary Magazine Elegant Weddings Gala.

Cary Magazine is a sister publication to Triangle East.
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Written By Nancy Pardue
Photographed By Jonathan Fredin

It’s tea for two … or 20, at the new Cornerstone Tea Shop in Garner, where you can dine as you sip, or even get a tea education.

“We didn’t want just a tearoom,” said owner Denise Simmons. “We wanted an impromptu place you can stop by and have lunch, or tea and scones, at any stage of your day.”

Cornerstone, run by the Simmons family, is set up to offer something for everyone. The bistro area features tables for two, the Rose Room seats walk-in groups for full table service, and Ruth’s Room can host 20 people for private gatherings from birthdays to bridal showers.

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By Triangle East Magazine

Hearts and flowers are the name of the game this week. From spouses to children to best friends, celebrate your Valentine’s Day in a special way – Triangle East style! Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Shop From the Heart
Make a difference this Valentine’s Day: Donate your gently-worn jeans to Aeropostale’s Teens For Jeans program. Jeans will be given to local homeless shelters and charities, and even sent to Haiti. An added bonus: 25 percent off a new pair of jeans for you!
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