So you just went through a breakup, huh? Well, we have ways to heal that heart right up. Healthy ways of coping include eating piles of pulled pork, getting yourself some self-care products, and dressing to the nines to remind you that you are an independent woman who is living your best life.
STOP 1: Recharge at Larema Coffee House
A breakup calls for good friends, a fresh start and possibly a very large coffee. Step inside Larema Coffee House, a welcoming gathering place inside a restored 1910-era bank in historic downtown Rocky Mount. “Larema” means “my friend” in the Acholi language of Uganda, so you are among friends before you even order. Choose a handcrafted coffee, pastry or light bite, settle into a cozy spot and remind yourself that the best part of your story may still be brewing.
STOP 2: The Painted Teacher
Need to find the latest styles that are on trend but not something everyone else has at the office? Come to the Painted Teacher. This little clothing and lifestyle boutique in the heart of Nashville has everything you need. Clothing that will accentuate you body and personality. Bags to carry wants, needs and the occasional lip stick. And jewelry that tells everyone that you are one-of-a-kind. So, head on over and find that little bit of you that needs to show off.
STOP 3: Nashville Exchange
If you're a lover of comfort food that has been serving it up for 20+ years, welcome to the Nashville Exchange. Take a bite and forget your troubles as you're transported through the flavor of handcrafted burgers, a ribeye plate piled high with homemade chips, or an ala carte breakfast. Fabulous food, reasonable prices, and great customer service will leave you full, happy, and ready to face the rest of your day.
STOP 4: Prime Smokehouse
There’s no debate of Eastern-style or Lexington-style BBQ in here. This is Texas-style brought to Rocky Mount by owner and chef, Ed Wiley. The key to great BBQ is patience. Here, Ed uses a dry rub and vinegar sauce on his brisket and cooks it low and slow over indirect heat. The result is a plate of Barbecue that will make you believe in a higher power.
STOP 5: Bin & Barrel
Grab a glass and let the girl chat commence. It’s time to wine down. Bin and Barrel specializes in the area's best selection of exclusive wines. Order up a glass of a full-bodied German Red. Or perhaps an Italian Pinot Grigio is your preference. Either way, you’ll find a variety of wine to taste daily and hundreds of bottles for purchase. So prepare to raise a glass to the girls and your next weekend adventure.
