From Waffles to Tapas, a Popular Franklin Street Address Gets a New Look

Posted Oct 27, 2024
The Chapel Hill community was saddened by the announcement of Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe’s closing in 2020, but the 173 East Franklin Street space now has been reimagined as tapas lounge Próximo. Chapel Hill’s first Spanish tapas restaurant, Próximo comes from the team behind French bistro Bluebird and casual fine dining spot Hawthorne & Wood. (Eater)

Related: Campus Connections

Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Football Visits UVa., Basketball Exhibition, "Concert for Carolina"
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas preview UNC Football's matchup with the Virginia Cavaliers (4:58). The Creative Director for Luke Combs, Zack Massey, joins to discuss...
Fri Oct 25, 2024

UNC Team Aims to Use Research Funding to Bring Medical Screening to Rural Areas
The North Carolina Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research has announced the projects earning funding through the Creativity Hubs program. Four of the five...
Sun Oct 20, 2024

Unprecedented Chimney Swift Roost, UNC’s Famed Davie Poplar Makes History
A remarkable occurrence is taking place on campus right now, at one of UNC’s most recognizable and beloved landmarks. This fall – and apparently for...
Sat Oct 19, 2024

Lee Roberts Installed as UNC Chancellor During University Day Ceremony Amid Protests
Lee Roberts formally became the 13th permanent chancellor of UNC on Friday, being sworn into the role as part of University Day events in Memorial...
Mon Oct 14, 2024