Author Archives: Amy Genovesi Howard

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About Amy Genovesi Howard

Amy has been living, working and playing in Raleigh since 2004 and has a strong background in online publishing and marketing. In 2009, she founded Raleigh Specials Tonight, a site dedicated to finding the best local drink specials. Amy graduated from UNC-Greensboro in 2003 with a B.A. in English and currently works as a Marketing Director for Viovio. In the rare moments that she's not being an internet junkie and attending hockey games, she enjoys reading, knitting and spending time with her family and friends.

Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Southwest Raleigh restaurants feature their best dishes during Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week, which begins today, August 20th, and runs through Sunday, August 26th. Participating restaurants will feature $20 or $30 prix fixe menus giving you an opportunity to sample their … Continue reading →

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Best of Southwest – 4th of July Edition

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

For the first time, Raleigh’s official 4th of July Celebration will be in City Plaza on Fayetteville Street! This will be the prime spot for viewing fireworks, but there are a few other 4th of July happenings going on in … Continue reading →

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Best of Southwest – Father’s Day Edition

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Father’s Day is Sunday, June17th. Instead of the typical gift of a tie or new tools, take him out somewhere in the Creative District. Raleigh Specials Tonight has a few ideas for you:

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Best of Southwest – Triangle Restaurant Week

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

The 2nd Triangle Restaurant Week of the year kicks off today.  Triangle Area restaurants will give you the opportunity to try their amazing dishes by offering special prix fixe dinner menus for $20-$30.  The Creative District restaurants featured below have … Continue reading →

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Best of Southwest – Mother’s Day Edition

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13! Show her how much you appreciate her by taking her out somewhere in the Creative District! Raleigh Specials Tonight has the lowdown:

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Best of Southwest – Cinco De Mayo Edition

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Hola! Raleigh Specials Tonight has the best places to party for Cinco de Mayo in the Creative District. See what Cantina 18, Jibarra, and Chile Bomba, have to offer this Cinco de Mayo.

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Best of Southwest – Easter Brunch Edition

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Easter Sunday, April 8, is right around the corner. If you have family visiting, be sure to show them how amazing our city is by making a reservation at one of these popular brunch spots in Raleigh’s Creative District. Each … Continue reading →

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Best of Southwest – March 26

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Southwest Raleigh is home to some of the best restaurants in the area. Each week, Raleigh Specials Tonight will feature a few of these restaurants in Raleigh’s Creative District. Be sure to check here before planning your night out this … Continue reading →

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Best of Southwest – St. Patrick’s Day Edition

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Get a taste of Ireland right here in the Creative District! This week, Raleigh Specials Tonight features several places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, March 17. Get your Irish on in the Creative District.

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Best of Southwest – February 27

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Amy Genovesi Howard

Southwest Raleigh is home to some of the best restaurants in the area. Each week, Raleigh Specials Tonight will feature a few of these restaurants in Raleigh’s Creative District. Be sure to check here before planning your night out this … Continue reading →

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