Coming Soon: Contender eSports

Waverly Place broadens its entertainment options with the addition of Contender eSports. The premier franchise for state-of-the-art gaming centers will be in a 2,441 square foot space in Suite 108C across from Tasu Asian Bistro on the Park Level. Equipped with high-end PCs, Xboxes and Nintendo switches, visitors can get ahead of the game at Contender eSports and train like the pros.

Introducing: L.A. Bikini

L.A. Bikini brings its newest franchise location to Waverly Place. Located in Suite D208 on the Plaza Level next to Drybar, the 1,500 square foot space joins many other L.A. Bikini locations across the United States. L.A. Bikini is known for its sugaring-based hair removal, developed as a superior alternative to the current leading technique of waxing. As developed by L.A. Bikini, sugaring is less painful, more comfortable and more effective than traditional waxing and has surged in popularity over the last few years as a better alternative. The Cary location is making two memberships available to customers in the area: the L.A. Bikini, starting at $48 per month, and the Savvy Girl, starting at $75 per month. The goal of the Savvy Girl membership is to permanently reduce hair growth over time.

Introducing: StretchLab

StretchLab debuts at Waverly Place! The 1,360 square foot space occupies Suite 212 on the Plaza Level next to CorePower Yoga. The expert specialists at StretchLab have redefined what it means to get a stretch. Having someone with years of experience ready your body and assess your needs to ensure that you’ve been thoroughly stretched is an experience like no other. No two stretches at StretchLab are the same, as one-on-one stretching is about identifying tightness and imbalance and customizing a stretch routine for each client.

Ninth Annual Snow Day

*Please Note: Sledding Tickets are SOLD OUT*

Winter magic returns to the Triangle! Bundle up and join Waverly Place for its Ninth Annual Snow Day event on Saturday, February 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The festivities include sledding hills, plenty of snow for snowball fights and DJ, plus family activities and games.

Presented by Johnson Subaru of Cary, attendees of this year’s event can enjoy specials from Waverly Place retailers including giveaways and in-store promotions. A full overview of retailer specials can be found online. The whole family can also head to The Park for a variety of cool activities to take part in, like cookie decorating, balloon twisting and lawn games. Plus, delicious winter treats will be available for purchase from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.

Attendees must register in advance for a designated sledding time slot beginning at 11 a.m. Sledding tickets are $8 and include the use of a special sled for the snow hills. Each ticket is valid for a one-hour session within your purchased time slot, which permits access to two sledding hills. Tickets are available online. Check-in for each session will be available 30 minutes before your session Start Time at the check-in tent. Attendees will receive a wristband once they turn in their ticket for their official sledding session time slot. Adults may accompany their child on the same sled if needed, but tickets must be purchased for both the adult and child.

Coming Soon: Dewey’s Bakery

The Athens Drive Magnet High School Band Program will operate the Triangle’s first Dewey’s Bakery fundraising location in Waverly Place this holiday season. The store will be open from November 9, 2019 until December 24, 2019. A portion of the proceeds from each sale will go directly back to the ADMHS Band Program to help fund their appearance in the 2020 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC and to cover yearly program expenses.

Items available in the store will include Dewey’s Moravian Cookie gift tins, Moravian Sugar Cake, savory Cheese Straws and much more. Moravian Cookie flavors include Ginger Spice, Classic Sugar, Chocolate Dipped Mint and many others. Dewey’s Moravian baked goods have been a treasured holiday tradition since the bakery opened in downtown Winston-Salem in 1930. Moravian Cookies were even hand-selected by Oprah Winfrey and featured in O, The Oprah Magazine’s coveted “O List.” Dewey’s remains faithful to the origins of these time-honored classics, continuing to bake in the homemade tradition using original recipes and the finest ingredients. For more information about the location, visit the Facebook page here.

Fall Recipes at Whisk

Looking to spice things up this fall? Whisk has you covered with seasonal dishes sure to please any tastes, including:

Roasted Harvest Vegetables

Turkey Roulade with a Bacon & Mushroom Filling and Marsala Gravy

Pan-seared Apples with Sausage and Fennel

Saffron & Butternut Squash Risotto with Crispy Sage and Pine Nuts.

Roasted Harvest Vegetables
Serves 6-8

Wonderful vegetable flavors combine in this colorful dish that will be a beautiful and delicious addition to the Thanksgiving table. Whisk has taken a few classic autumn vegetables and roasted them to perfect. Choose your favorite squash – Whisk used butternut squash, Brussels sprouts AND piquant cranberries. Once roasted, Whisk tossed them with an apple cider vinaigrette and served them hot. This dish just may outshine the turkey!

Ingredients:
1 butternut squash, 3/4-inch dice
1/2 lb. Brussels sprouts, halved
5 oz. cranberries, fresh (or frozen and thawed)
1 shallot, diced
3 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
Kosher salt and pepper
1/4 cup walnut pieces 

Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon honey 

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°.

2. Prepare the butternut squash. First remove both ends. Cut squash in half at the waist, remove the peel and scoop out the seeds and fibers. Dice by cutting the squash pieces into 3/4-inch slices, then cross-cut into cubes. 

3. Wash and prepare Brussels sprouts. Peel off loose leaves, chop off stalk end and slice in half. 

4. On a large baking sheet pan, spread butternut squash in a single layer and drizzle with the olive oil, Kosher salt and pepper. Roast in the oven, (stirring every 10 minutes or so) until the cubes begin to caramelize and brown, about 25 minutes. Roast in batches if necessary. If the sheet pan is too full, the vegetables will steam instead of roast. Set the roasted squash aside in a large bowl. 

5. Next, roast the Brussels sprouts, cranberries and shallots. Similarly spread out on the sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, Kosher salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes until browned. Also add these roasted veggies to the bowl with the squash. 

6. Whisk the dressing together, and carefully toss with roasted vegetables.

7. Top with the walnut pieces and serve hot.

 

Turkey Roulade with a Bacon & Mushroom Filling and Marsala Gravy
Serves 8

A turkey roulade is an attractive alternative to roasting a whole turkey at Thanksgiving time (or any time!). While still great for serving a crowd, this recipe requires a fraction of the time to roast and is filled with deliciousness! Make life easier by having your butcher debone and butterfly a turkey breast. Assembling the roulade takes a bit of patience, but is easier then one might think. Get ready to wow your family and friends with moist, flavorful turkey this year!

Turkey Roulade:
(1) 3-4 lb or (2) 1-1/2 pound boneless, turkey breasts, skin on
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chicken broth
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper

Bacon and Mushroom Filling:
6 slices bacon
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, minced
1/4 cup shallots, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup dry Marsala
1/2 cup plain bread crumbs

Marsala Gravy:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 shallot, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, minced
1/4 cup dry Marsala
1-2 cups additional chicken broth (to add to roasting pan juices)

Prepare the Filling:
1. Fry the bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Once cooked, place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble.

2. Remove any excess bacon grease, then add the finely chopped mushrooms, shallot and garlic to the pan and sauté until softened. Add the rosemary, sage, salt and pepper. Add the Marsala, and cook until reduced by half. Mix in the bread crumbs. Set aside and allow to cool.

Prepare the Turkey:
1. Butterfly each breast, taking care to leave the skin on.

2. Place plastic wrap over the breast with the skin side down, then use a meat mallet or even a rolling pin to flatten out the meat until it becomes rectangular in shape and an even thickness.

Roll it up:
1. Spread the filling over the butterflied breast in a single layer.

2. Roll the turkey and filling leaving the skin on the outside of the roll. Tie the roll with baking twine about every 2 inches to keep the roll intact during roasting.

Roast:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Rub 2 tablespoons of butter over the rolled up breast and sprinkle with kosher salt and pepper. Place the roulade in a roasting pan (no rack required), and add the broth to the bottom of the pan. Bake until the center of the breasts reads 165°F, about 40-50 minutes depending on the size of the turkey breast roll. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. (Reserve the roasting juices for the Marsala gravy.) Remove the baking string, slice, and serve with the Marsala gravy.

Prepare Marsala Gravy:
1. Pour the roasting juices from the roasting pan into a gravy separator or large bowl. Skim away most of the fatty layer leaving the rich roasting pan juices. Add additional chicken broth, if needed, to reach 2 cups of liquid. Set aside.

2. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the shallot, and sauté until translucent. Add the flour, and whisk until the roux just begins to turn a light brown. Add the fresh herbs and Marsala, and simmer until wine reduces by half. Add one cup of the roasting juices, whisk and simmer until the sauce starts to thicken. Continue to add a quarter cup of liquid at a time (up to an additional one cup) while continual whisking until the desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Pan-seared Apples with Sausage and Fennel
Serves 4

This dish tastes just like autumn! An easy to prepare dinner, simply sauté a few aromatics, soften some apple halves, brown the sausages, and sneak in a few greens for a complete and hearty meal. You’ll love how the savory spices of the sausages paired with the warm, soft apples – very satisfying indeed!

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 Pink Lady apples, halved
1/2 large fennel bulb, sliced into thin slices
10-12 stalks of Swiss chard, leaves cut into ribbons and stalks diced
4 links of sweet Italian sausage
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup cold water
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or braiser over medium-high heat. Add the apple halves, fennel, and diced chard stalks and sauté, turning occasionally, until golden brown, roughly 8-10 minutes.

2. Pierce the sausages with a fork a few times, and add them to the pan. Sear the sausages, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. After a few minutes of searing, add the wine and vinegar. Continue to cook the sausages until they are done, continue to cook and brown the sausages, as needed until all sides are golden brown.

3. Add 1/2 cup of water and the chard leaves to the skillet, and quickly wilt the chard. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Saffron & Butternut Squash Risotto with Crispy Sage and Pine Nuts
Serves 6

Creamy, and satisfying, this saffron and butternut squash risotto is topped off with crispy sage leaves and pine nuts creating a bowl that captures the essence of autumn flavors! The key to the extra richness found in this is in pureeing half of the roasted butternut squash. The garnishes of crispy sage leaves and pine nuts punctuate the earthy flavors of the butternut squash and are best not left out.

Ingredients:
1 butternut squash, diced into 3/8″ cubes
1 onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
4-5 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon of saffron, or about 8 threads
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Garnish:
1-2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 bunch sage leaves, crisped in 2 tablespoons of butter

To toast the pine nuts: Using a dry skillet, heat over medium heat. Add the pine nuts. Tossing frequently, allow the pine nuts to roast until they begin to turn a golden brown.

To make the crispy sage leaves: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small sauté pan; add whole sage leaves. Allow the leaves to become crisp by frying for about 2 minutes on each side, delicately turning the leaves with tongs once during the process. Remove the crispy sage from the butter and set aside until time to garnish the finished risotto.

Risotto Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400° F. Place the diced butternut squash in a single layer on a large roasting pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle the squash with salt and pepper and roast for about 20-25 minutes or until tender to a knife tip. Stir and toss the squash halfway through the roasting process. Remove half of the squash and puree. Reserve the other half as cubes to be added to the finished risotto.

2. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sauté the onions and garlic in a blend of 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until translucent. Add the rice and stir until coated. Then, add the wine and continue to stir until it is absorbed.

3. Meanwhile, in a separate soup pot, bring the broth to a simmer and separate one cup of broth into a separate bowl. Add the saffron to the reserved broth to infuse. Set aside.

4. Once the wine is absorbed into the rice, slowly add 1-2 ladles of broth to the pot of rice, starting with the saffron-infused broth; bring to a low simmer. Keep simmering and slowly add ladles of broth (one ladle at a time). Stir continuously, until the broth becomes absorbed.

5. Add the salt and pepper while stirring and adding the broth. Taste test the risotto often to ensure adequate salt and pepper according to your taste. When the risotto is al dente, add 1 more ladle of the stock, stir, and turn the heat to low.

6. Add the roasted, pureed squash and stir., Then, add the cubes of roasted squash. For a silky finish, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese.

7. Serve hot. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and crispy sage.

Introducing: Shake Shack

Shake Shack opens its first greater Raleigh location at Waverly Place!

Shake Shack is a critically acclaimed, modern day “roadside” burger stand known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, chicken sandwiches and griddled flat-top dogs (no hormones or antibiotics – ever), fresh-made frozen custard, crispy crinkle cut fries and more. A fun and lively community gathering place with widespread appeal, Shake Shack has earned a cult-like following around the world.

In addition to the classics, the Waverly Place Shack will be spinning up a unique selection of frozen custard concretes:

-Cary Cookie Crumble – Vanilla custard, marshmallow sauce, cookie butter, crumbled sugar cone

-Shack Attack – Chocolate custard, fudge sauce, chocolate truffle cookie dough, Mast Brothers dark chocolate chunks, topped with chocolate sprinkles

-Pie Oh My – Vanilla custard blended with pieces of East Durham Bake Shop seasonal pie

Guests can wash their burgers down with local brews from Lonerider Brewing Company, Fortnight Brewing, Trophy Brewing Co., The Mason Jar Lager Company and Aviator Brewing Company plus Shake Shack’s exclusive Brooklyn Brewery ShackMeister® Ale. Wine lovers can enjoy a glass of Shack RedTM and Shack WhiteTM wine from the Gotham Project.

As part of Shake Shack’s mission to Stand For Something Good®, the Waverly Place Shack will donate 5% of sales from the Pie Oh My concrete to Cause for Paws of NC, a nonprofit committed to protecting, nurturing, and finding homes for unwanted or displaced animals.

Waverly Wine Walk Fall Series

Enjoy fall weather in Cary with the return of Waverly Place’s Wine Walk. Visit participating shops and restaurants for wine samples and exclusive promotions to support the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Presented by Johnson Subaru of Cary, the signature event series returns this fall on Friday, August 30 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and continues September 27 and October 25.

Select merchants will be offering samples of red, white and sparkling wines in-store, selected by Triangle Wine Company. A $15 donation to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund allows access to the event along with a sampling cup and Waverly Wine Walk Passport. Guests must be over 21 years of age to sample wines. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or on-site at Kay Yow booths located in The Park and near Kale Me Crazy. Keep up with the latest event news by visiting the official Facebook event page here.

Introducing: European Cleaners

European Cleaners recently opened its second Cary location at Waverly Place on the Park Level next to Triangle Wine Company in 991 square feet. Renowned for its expertise and consistency, European Cleaners has been in business for over 30 years and pride themselves in being North Carolina’s premier dependable dry cleaning service. Customers can expect top-quality cleaning for all items as well as exceptional customer service and communication.

Introducing: Level Red Boxing

Now open at Waverly Place is Level Red Boxing, the boxing-inspired fitness studio located on  the Park Level next to Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in 3,602 square feet. Level Red Boxing boasts various workout offerings for every level of boxing experience, from beginners to avid exercisers. Each 30-minute, 60-minute and 90-minute workout is led by instructors, also known as motivators, and includes cardio and core exercises along with a power punch of strength movements. What makes joining the Level Red Boxing family memorable is the free swag members receive upon joining, including green boxing gloves. After 100 classes, members receive free yellow gloves and once 200 classes are reached, members get the prized Level Red gloves.

Wind Down Wednesday Summer Concert Series

Get ready to turn up the volume on Wednesdays this summer! The Wind Down Wednesday summer concert series returns to Waverly Place, presented by Johnson Subaru of Cary and Lane & Associates Family Dentistry. Plus, the little ones can have fun in the sun courtesy of WakeMed, sponsor of the Waverly Place Playground & Splash Pad.

Beginning Wednesday, June 5th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., local bands return to the center’s one-acre park and stage area for a free concert series. The whole family is invited to relax, soak up the summer sun and enjoy Waverly Place, all while listening to summertime tunes. The full lineup is as follows:

June 5th – Band of Oz
June 12th – Jim Quick & Coastline
June 19th – The Embers Featuring Craig Woolard
June 26th – Bantum Rooster
July 3rd – Soul Psychedelique
July 10th – Hip Pocket
July 17th – Liquid Pleasure
July 24th – Night Years

Arrive early to take advantage of special offers from select Waverly Place retailers and restaurants. Then head to the Park to enjoy a variety of food and beverage options available for purchase during each performance. The Waverly Place Playground, sponsored by WakeMed, will be open and ready for action for younger visitors. Lawn chairs, blankets and well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds. Coolers, glass containers and outside alcohol are prohibited. Weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.

Coming Soon: Shake Shack

Shake Shack will be setting up its first Shack in the Greater Raleigh market in fall 2019 at Waverly Place. Shake Shack is a critically acclaimed, modern day “roadside” burger stand known for its 100% all- natural Angus beef burgers, chicken sandwiches and griddled flat-top dogs (no added hormones or antibiotics – ever), fresh-made frozen custard, crispy crinkle-cut fries, craft beer, wine and more. A fun and lively community gathering place with widespread appeal, Shake Shack has earned a cult-like following around the world.

The Cary Shack menu will feature all the classics, including the ShackBurger®, crinkle-cut fries and hand-spun shakes, plus a selection of frozen custard concretes in collaboration with local food purveyors. The 3,781 sqft Shack will feature an outdoor patio and ample seating for guests. In keeping with Shake Shack’s commitment to green architecture and eco-friendly construction, the Cary Shack will be constructed with recycled and sustainable materials. Booths will be made from lumber certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, and table tops will be made from reclaimed bowling alley lanes.

As part of Shake Shack’s mission to Stand For Something Good®, Shake Shack sources only high quality, premium ingredients from the best ranchers, farmers, bakers and food purveyors. The beef is 100% all-natural Angus, never frozen, vegetarian fed, humanely raised and source verified. The chicken is 100% all-natural and the flat-top dogs are 100% all-natural Vienna beef. No hormones or antibiotics – ever – all served on a non-GMO potato bun. The fries are crinkle cut with zero artificial ingredients and the vanilla and chocolate frozen custard use only real sugar, no corn syrup, and milk from dairy farmers who pledge not to use artificial growth hormones.

The Cary Shack will be hiring around 80 full-time and part-time team members – no previous experience required! Apply online at ShackCareers.com.

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