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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 🍽️ Discover Cary: Academy Street Bistro Reviews
• 💪 Wellness Tip: The Case for Simple Self-Care That Works
• ⚠️ Health Alert: Recalls Announced for Pecans, ALDI Dessert Dip
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• 🏪 Support Cary Spotlight: If you enjoyed this newsletter
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

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Academy Street Bistro Reviews

Academy Street Bistro is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight's readers for our Discover Cary project. If you've had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.

Academy Street Bistro in downtown Cary offers casual fine dining with a unique take on American Italian cuisine, featuring eclectic worldwide dishes made with fresh, local ingredients and all-natural meats in an inviting bistro atmosphere.

Check out their menu on their website: Academy Street Bistro

Address: 200 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511 | Get Directions

Reader Poll Results

Academy Street Bistro (38 Votes)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (28)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 😊😊😊 Never been there but I might give it a try (10)

Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:
“Love it here - the mussels in white wine sauce are the best!”

“Great food and service, but the noise level is very high in the main dining area. ”

“The owner Joe, The Wait staff and Bartenders and the mussels!!”

“Great location Very interesting menu Never had anything I didn’t love”

“It’s an intimate atmosphere with personalized service and delicious food. Academy Street Bistro is an awesome dining experience! ”

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The Case for Simple Self-Care That Works

The demands of daily life can leave you feeling depleted, whether from endless responsibilities or the emotional weight of expectations. When that happens, there is little left for your own well-being.

You can’t pour from a cup that’s been drained by everything and everyone else. Or maybe it’s overflowing…with to-dos, emotions, and expectations and so it’s bone dry when it comes to you.

Restoring balance does not require a dramatic life overhaul. Instead, small, intentional choices can make a lasting difference.

Just real-life actions like:

• Getting outside for 5 minutes of fresh air

• Moving your body in a way that actually feels good

• Saying yes to quiet and no to what drains you

• Trying a recipe from that saved folder you keep adding to

• Calling or texting the friend you’ve been meaning to check in on

• Eating food that fuels—not just fills you

• Going to bed 15 minutes earlier You don’t need to overhaul your life.

You just need a moment to support the woman or man doing it all.

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Dr. Estelle Tsalik, a highly skilled wellness consultant and the founder of Living Well with Estelle, is here to empower you on your journey to optimal health. She is committed to simplifying the process and guiding you towards simple, sustainable, and sanity-saving solutions. Start your journey by taking her Living Well Blueprint Quiz today.

Recalls Announced for Pecans, ALDI Dessert Dip

Two separate recalls are underway involving products sold in the U.S. and abroad. Navarro Pecan Holdings, LLC is recalling more than 32,000 pounds of various pecan types due to potential Salmonella contamination. The products were distributed to multiple states and exported to several countries. Consumers are advised to check their pantries and dispose of any affected products. Read Full Report

In another case, ALDI is pulling its Park Street Deli Cinnamon Bun Dessert Dip from shelves after discovering potential plastic contamination. Nearly 19,400 units are affected, and the FDA has categorized the incident as a Class II recall, indicating that the health risk, while potentially serious, is likely temporary or reversible. Read Full Report

Both recalls stress the importance of avoiding consumption of the affected items. Customers are encouraged to either discard them or return them to the point of purchase. Public health officials continue to monitor the situation and urge consumers to remain cautious.

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🎟️ Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:

• Today: Abstract Color Harmony Workshop 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Thursday: Carnivorous Plants – Plants that Bite Back 9AM-10AM
• Thursday: Trivia Night 6PM-8PM
• Friday: Cary Night Market 5PM-9PM
• Friday: North Carolina FC vs Detroit City FC (Home Game) 7:30PM

But wait! There’s more. To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead: See Full 2-Week Calendar