1. Raleigh Is A City Of Opportunity
If you’re looking for a new job, then you’ve totally come to the right place. Glassdoor ranks Raleigh as the No. 1 city in America for jobs. That’s right: No. 1! Meaning your new city will be brimming with opportunities.
2. Things Will Be A Whole Lot Less Expensive Here
City Data ranks the cost of living index lower than national average in
Raleigh, meaning that you’ll have a whole lot more to spend on Bojangles and cheerwine.
3. Raleigh Is Super Safe
The crime index is significantly lower than national average in Raleigh, making Raleigh a perfect place to settle down. People are super friendly and trust one another—the city radiates neighborliness.
4. Everyone In Raleigh Is Super Smart
If there’s one thing that’s true about Raleigh it’s that the area is filled with uber smart people. After all, NC State and Duke are in the area. So, get ready for some heady intellectualism if you’re moving to Raleigh.
5. Cheerwine Will Become Your New Favorite Soft Drink
Cheerwine is, by far, the most popular soft drink in Raleigh. Known as the soft drink of the south, Cheerwine is sure to brighten up your day. One sip of this bubbly deliciousness and you’ll be glad you chose Raleigh for your new home.
6. Bojangles. Bojangles Everywhere
I sure hope you like Bojangles, because he minute you get to Raleigh you’ll notice there is basically a Bojangles on every corner. And while there are plenty of great places to get biscuits in Raleigh, Bojangles is still a local favorite, especially considering it’s the fastest way to get a biscuit when you’re craving one.
7. It’s Not Barbeque Sauce Without A Vinegar Base
Throughout the state of
North Carolina, you’ll find that everyone has a way of making BBQ sauce and everyone thinks their way is the best. But in Raleigh, they actually
do have the best BBQ sauce. Most BBQ sauces in Raleigh are made with a vinegar base, which is clearly so much better than mustard or ketchup based sauce.
8. This Is Wolfpack Territory
If you’re moving to Raleigh, you better get ready to root for the NC State Wolfpack. And don’t even
think of rooting for the UNC Tarheels, or else you might just get kicked out of the city for good.
9. You’ll Be Spoiled By The Beautiful City Streets
Raleigh is unlike any other city you’ve lived in or visited before. The city streets are not only pristine but beautiful, and every street is lined with gorgeous oak trees—earning this city its nickname, City of Oaks.
10. Never, Ever Ask For Unsweetened Tea
It might as well be a cardinal sin in Raleigh to ask for unsweetened tea. In Raleigh, the tea is served sweet and with ice. Anything else is just a disgrace.
11. Poole’s Diner Is About To Change Your Life
Poole’s Diner is no ordinary diner, it’s only the most creative, most delicious food in Raleigh coupled with an awesome bar. Try the short rib or the macaroni au gratin, which is basically just the tastiest mac and cheese in the world. And don’t forget to grab a cocktail!
12. And Clyde Cooper’s Has The Best BBQ
Once you arrive, you’re probably going to be on the look-out for the best BBQ in Raleigh. And we’re here to tell you that you should definitely head to Clyde Cooper’s.
This is classic Carolina BBQ with a Raleigh twist. There’s nothing quite like chopped BBQ and hush puppies from Clyde’s.
13. Food Trucks Are About To Get A Whole Lot More Central To Your Everyday Life
You may not know this yet but the food truck scene is huge in Raleigh. So you’ll have to get ready for some delicious food off the truck, like Arepa’s Culture which serves some tasty arepas or CockADoodleMoo Truck where the BBQ takes on the flavors of the globe. And if you want to try all of the food trucks, then definitely head to the annual Downtown Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.
14. The Best View Of The City Comes With Incredible Beer
Whenever you move to a city, you want to know about that one spot that’s going to make you feel at home. In Raleigh, that’s Boylan Bridge Brewpub. Not only is the craft beer delicious, but the view of Raleigh is out of this world. It’s going to make you thank your lucky stars that you moved to Raleigh.
15. You’re About To Fall In Love With The Outdoors
Plus, you’re so close to beautiful sites like the historic Yates Mill or the nearby 12,000-acre Falls Lake, which has 26,000 acres of surrounding woodlands. You’re never too far from Mother Nature when you’re living in Raleigh.
16. And You’ll Always Be Outdoors Because The Seasons Are Just That Perfect
You can’t move to Raleigh and not love the outdoors. Even if you think you don’t, you’re about to start! There are gorgeous parks in the area.
Not only does Raleigh have all four seasons, but all four of the seasons are totally moderate. Meaning that it’s never too hot and never too cold, but always
just right in Raleigh.
17. Free Harris Teeter Cookies Will Be Your Favorite
Sure, the free Harris Teeter cookies are technically meant for children but if you’re young at heart, why not ask for a freebie cookie yourself? They’re out of this world delicious and they make your grocery shopping trips all the more interesting.
18. Brush Up On Your Manners Before You Get Here
Raleigh is a place that’s known for the traditional Southern manners. You say “Yes Sir” and “Yes Ma’am” and you always mind your p’s and q’s. Otherwise, you may not fit in down here.
19. You’ll Never Go To A Better State Fair In Your Life
Luckily for you, the North Carolina State Fair takes place in Raleigh each year! Not only are there tasty fried foods of all kinds (can you say fried oreos?), but there are also totally fun amusement park rides.
20. You’ll Always Have “Creative” Plans The First Friday Of Every Month
Every first Friday of the month in Raleigh, local artists display their artwork downtown. So make sure the first Friday that you’re in Raleigh is the first Friday of the month. You’ll be able to peruse for some artwork to decorate your new place.
21. If You Want The Freshest Produce, Head To The Farmer’s Market
There is literally no fresher produce in the world than the produce at the Raleigh Farmer’s Market. You can’t go wrong with all of the delicious fruits and veggies (along with the occasional baked good or two...or three...or four…).
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