Merritt Media

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From photography, content creation & reels—Merritt Media covers it all, and in a way that doesn’t take too much time away from your busy schedule.

Booking now for fall 2024 🍂

Join me in wishing the happiest of birthdays to !! 🎉

If you’ve been a client of mine over the past 4 years, you’ve likely worked with Amber, and you know how wonderful she is! She captures each client beautifully, respecting each business’s unique aesthetic and vision. When I have requests and shot list ideas for a client she not only sees it through, but she captures something even better than I could have envisioned. And most importantly, each client (including me) has fun at their branding shoots.

By partnering with an expert in the photography world, it has allowed me to hone in and focus my energy and efforts on doing what I do best - strategically managing your social pages (and the many facets that come with that).

I can’t tell you where I’d be without Amber, but I know it wouldn’t be where I am today.

Outside of work - she’s just a lovely human, a good friend, and a wonderful mother. She’s strong, gentle, kind, grounding and intentional.

I’m so grateful for you, Amber. Thanks for all you do for me and for our clients! 🧡

It’s Hope du Jour day here in Winston-Salem! And all 3 shops will be participating by donating 10% of proceeds to , Forsyth County’s largest non-profit provider of emergency assistance!

Their store hours:

• 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁: 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 6𝘱𝘮
• 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻: 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 6𝘱𝘮
• 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹: 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 5𝘱𝘮

You can also head to 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳.𝘰𝘳𝘨 for the list of participating restaurants!

ICYMI — ’s Secret Gardens of Charleston Candle with was just featured in ’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide! 🎁

This candle envelops your home in the height of spring whimsy with notes of grapefruit, watercress, lily, and violet. It comes wrapped in a custom matte ivory ceramic vessel and sealed with antique gold wax, making it the perfect gift for mom this year ✨

I’m thrilled to welcome back to the Merritt Media family!

Whitney and I teamed up in June of 2019, just a few short months after she opened, and worked together for 2 1/2 wonderful years! While building her team, she took social media & marketing in-house for a bit.

Fast forward a few years - she found it increasingly challenging to maintain a consistent social media presence for GLo while juggling running a business, working in the treatment room, and being a new mom to the most beautiful baby boy.

I am so grateful and excited to have the opportunity to partner together again, and I so look forward to what we’ll create together over the next year! 🤍

— 𝘼𝘽𝙊𝙐𝙏 𝙂𝙇𝙊 𝙎𝙆𝙄𝙉𝘾𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙎𝙏𝙐𝘿𝙄𝙊 —

In 2019, inspired by a vision to blend the tranquility of a day spa with the effectiveness of medical-grade skincare treatments, GLo skincare studio was born.

What sets GLo skincare studio apart from their competitors is their unwavering dedication to their clients’ satisfaction and well-being. They prioritize their clients by scheduling extra time for each appointment, ensuring they never feel rushed and always receive the personalized attention they deserve.

Their team is committed to continuous education and training, allowing everyone to remain knowledgeable about emerging trends and techniques, and providing their clients with unparalleled expertise and service.

At GLo skincare studio, they go above and beyond to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results, setting them apart as a leader in the skincare industry!

“𝘔𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘣𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩. 𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. 𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥. 𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘺 𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘺 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 - 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘶 𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘶𝘱𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘻𝘦! 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 - 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘢 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩. 𝘐 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘭𝘺!”

—𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱, 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 & 𝗖𝗼-𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘆

Working with Cary and the Camino team for the past 3 years has been one of the highlights of my career. I’m so grateful to be heading into our 4th year together 🧡

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Merry Christmas to all! ✨

A huge thank you to for creating my first ever holiday cards this year! I can’t even begin to express how much I love these. I had told Taylor I wanted a Christmas tree, but one similar to the red spruce trees at Grayson Highlands State Park. I sent her a couple photos from my most recent backpacking trip and she nailed it. So much so that I teared up when I opened them. To me, there’s nothing more grounding or peaceful than waking up surrounded by these trees, making coffee, no cell service, and watching the sun rise.

I told her I’d love to do a new one every holiday season, so I think we’re going to do just that. There’s nothing cooler than being able to team up with a close friend for something special ❤️

(first photo inspo by the talented )

I’m feeling extra thankful this year.

I’m thankful for the health of my loved ones and to be able to spend quality time with them today.

I’m thankful that my baby has a warm bed to sleep in every night.

I’m thankful to have a career where I can be home with my kid and watch him grow.

I’m thankful that I can buy groceries without thinking twice.

I’m thankful for quality friends and fellow entrepreneurs who fill my cup and inspire me.

And I’m thankful to all of you - friends, clients, and those of you who have referred me - for supporting my small business. Thanks to you, and after almost 9 years of being in business, Merritt Media doubled in size in 2023. Because of this, I’ve been able to plug back into both my business and mental health to provide clients with an even better experience with Merritt Media. I was able to hire both a part time Content Creator and Copywriter, as well as work with and support other small businesses in a way that I couldn’t before.

From the bottom of my heart - thank you. I’m truly so grateful every single day for this life and the people in it.

Wishing you and yours a happy Thanksgiving 🧡

Happy Halloween from my friends at ! Owner David always knocks it out of the park with holiday decor. From Halloween to Christmas, you can expect to see the Cafe fully decked out. It’s been one of my favorite restaurants for 15+ years. It’s cozy (especially over the holidays) and the menu is wonderful. It’s my version of Cheers (where everybody knows your name) 🧡

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The Merritt Media Process ✨

My intention for the remainder of 2023 and early 2024 is to focus on nurturing my current, long term clients & partnerships. With that, I am not taking on any new clients until February 2024.

If you’d like to take this spot, we would secure your branding shoot for early January so that we have photos ready to roll for a February 1st start date!

Email me at 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜@𝐠𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦 to inquire 📧

Two things I’m loving lately:

1) This 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 from . I can’t believe I waited so long to try their seasonal collection! This candle fills your home with smells of butter, sugar, and spices for an irresistible bakery fragrance. It’ll be lit in this household until Thanksgiving!

Also, the oils they use for their candles are certified Clean Scents, which means they are free of harmful ingredients like phthalates, carcinogens, mutagens, reproductive toxins, organ toxins, and acute toxins. They also use eco-friendly candle wicks made from natural cotton and paper threads that are lead and zinc free. CCCo. chooses materials that are safe for you and your family!

2) 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥. “𝘈 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘸𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘴.” This is the second time I’ve had one of these. Previously, about 7 years ago, I didn’t appreciate it. I’m not sure where it went, but I’m thrilled to give it another shot, and at such a different, happier time in my life.

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I’m thrilled to be continuing my partnership with into 2024!

For those who may not know, Timmy’s Hot Chicken is known for having the best Nashville style fried chicken in town. They offer all of your favorite cuts, including a vegan option 🌱

They have four sandwich options, chicken & waffles, a few sides, and one classic southern dessert - banana pudding. They pride themselves on quality over quantity, and they know you’ll find just that when you dine with them.

They have “Timmy’s Challenge” aka the “Hellfire Challenge” for those who are daring enough. Finish 1 order of hellfire wings (the hottest heat level on the menu) in 10 minutes or less, zero drinks during the challenge, and you’ll get a commemorative plate you can sign and decorate to put on their wall.

📍𝟸𝟹𝟽 𝘞 𝟻𝘵𝘩 𝘚𝘵 (𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩)
🕚 𝘛𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺-𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝟷𝟷𝘢-𝟿𝘱

They are also about to open their second location in GSO here in the next 6-8 weeks, which I can’t wait to share more about!

Head over to , give them a follow, and then pop in for lunch or dinner sometime soon. I promise, you won’t regret it 🐔

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𝘞𝘏𝘠 𝘔𝘌𝘙𝘙𝘐𝘛𝘛 𝘔𝘌𝘋𝘐𝘈?

I'm proud to say that I was the first Digital Marketing Company in Winston-Salem to offer businesses the total package; 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, and 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

Though there are many social media managers out there today, what sets Merritt Media apart is experience. From a world renowned LASIK eye surgeon, an event company who worked hand-in-hand with Live Nation and all of your favorite musicians, to this cities newest, oldest, and most cherished restaurants, bars, businesses & events - l've strategically worked with every type of client. Because of this, I can confidently handle any situation that is thrown my way.

With Merritt Media, it's more than just someone managing your pages. It's someone weaving your voice and vision into each post, all without you having to think twice about social media.

I've spent 8 1/2 years studying and testing trends and applications so that you don't have to. I am constantly investing into my business so that when you hire me you are getting more than what you pay for. I am always plugged in and thinking about "what's next" for your page so that you can focus on what's most important - running your business.

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Merritt Media has 1 spot open for November 2023! If you're interested in working together, DM or email me at [email protected] 📧

𝘞𝘏𝘈𝘛 𝘛𝘖 𝘌𝘟𝘗𝘌𝘊𝘛:

▫️ I’ll send you a questionnaire prior to our partnership to ensure I fully understand your business, your story, and your goals. I’ll also send quarterly check in questionnaires to ensure you are still happy with our partnership and how your page is looking!

▫️ After we secure your first branding shoot, I will send over a contract that will cover all the details of our partnership, as well as commonly asked questions.

▫️ Once the photos are edited and sent over, we can kickstart our partnership!

▫️ I’ll ask you for a calendar with any events and/or specials so that I can plan ahead each month.

▫️ Though I will not be a accessible on major holidays, I will still post on your pages.

▫️ I’ll send my team member out (𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩) twice per month to curate fun reels with you and your team and/or to capture any specials, event, new releases, etc.

▫️ If you have any last minute post requests during our time together - I do require information at least 24 hours in advance so that I have time to create a post, graphic, or find an image that fits well onto the feed.

▫️ If you have an urgent post request (delay in opening, closing early, machines down, weather related, etc) - I will create a graphic and post immediately.

▫️ For security purposes, I do not handle any paid ads. You are however welcome to boost any post I curate!

▫️ I will communicate with you when we are getting low on content so that we can go ahead and schedule your next shoot.

▫️ As mentioned in my previous post, I am available for text or email Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. If you need to schedule a meeting, and because I work with many accounts - I need at least a week’s notice. My schedule fills up fast, and I want to be sure to give you my undivided attention!

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Merritt Media has 1 spot open for November 2023! If you’re interested in working together, DM or email me at [email protected] 📧

A huge congratulations to and for being featured in ’s article “𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝗪𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐨 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰, 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬”!!

You can read the article by heading to the link in Charleston Candle Co’s bio! 🍂

Can we take a moment for this stunning basement remodel from ? It’s the perfect space for the first NFL Sunday of the season, don’t you think? 🏈 Some highlights:

✔️ media area with custom built ins
✔️ dry bar area with a beverage cooler
✔️ custom sofa bar for additional seating
✔️ LVP (luxury vinyl plank) flooring
✔️ shuffleboard and air hockey tables

What’s your favorite feature about this basement?

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Twice a year, awards an Arts & Innovation Grant of $500 to an artist or an innovator for enriching our community.

In September their grant will go to a local artist, and in November their grant will go to a local innovator for creating an educational or community-oriented project with a STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) focus.

🚨𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰, 𝟗/𝟏 𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 🚨 To apply, please fill out the application form via the link in their bio. They will announce the recipient at the end of September!

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝟗/𝟏𝟓/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑-𝟏𝟎/𝟏𝟓/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑. If you’re interested in applying, check their website during the application period for the grant application!

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Happy August! If you’re here in Winston-Salem, did you feel that nip in the air this morning?!

My client and favorite candle company, , just re-launched their Seasonal Candles 🙌🏼 From haunting incense to buttery pumpkin pie…the magic of autumn has been perfectly captured in these soy, clean burning, eco-friendly candles.

Not sure you can commit to a 9oz candle just yet? They also offer 4 oz travel tins so you can test out which ones you love best before investing in a larger candle.

Head to the link in their bio to browse and shop. Here’s to cooler days ahead! 🍂

Come celebrate ’s 12th anniversary this Wednesday, August 2nd! Enjoy a complimentary 12 oz drip coffee with the purchase of food (4th Street location only) 🎉

🌟 Stats 🌟

A little peek at some stats from the last 35 days with an account. Though they aren’t the driving force behind every decision made while managing client’s pages, they are always fun to see.

With Merritt Media, it’s more than just someone managing your pages. It’s someone weaving your voice and vision into each post, all without you having to think twice about social media.

Being that Merritt Media was the first Digital Marketing Company in Winston Salem to offer the full package to businesses (𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 + 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 + 𝘥𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵), I know what it takes to keep up with the fast paced world of social media while also staying rooted to your businesses unique look and "why".

And, I promise to never lose sight of your “why” in the midst of the ever changing social media trends. There are a lot of pretty feeds out there, but without staying true to your style and the heart of your business — it’ll just blend in with the rest.

I have two spots open for the fall before I’m booked for the remainder of 2023. If you’re considering a partnership, get in touch soon to secure your spot ✉️

I’m ashamed to say we haven’t gone to the this year because, honestly, getting out of the door with a toddler is just difficult (for our fam). And for me, being more introverted, the idea of running into a ton of people first thing in the morning isn’t typically what I would go for 😅

We finally went this morning and couldn’t have loved it more. We ran into over a dozen people we know and it was so nice to give hugs, see friends and their kiddos, people we haven’t seen in forever, and overall it just felt really awesome to support our local farmers and businesses in one swoop. Stepping out of my comfort zone was definitely worth it.

We forgot a bag, so we used Jack’s diaper bag to fit as much as we could (and this was it). We’ll be making peach ice cream 🍑, bacon, pimento cheese & tomato sandwiches 🍅, and enjoying these “boo-berrys” as Jack calls them 🫐

We can’t wait to go again. If you haven’t been to Cobblestone, I 10/10 recommend.

I think it’s obvious how I feel about the Banana Pudding Trifle 🤤 This classic southern dessert has been elevated thanks to Kitchen Manager Rhen, who spent a lot of time perfecting the recipe months before it launched with Camino’s summer menu.

They wanted to create something that reminded them of the banana pudding they had growing up. They made a fluffy banana pudding that's mixed with Camino’s house made sour cream whipped cream. They were making pound cake for Camino’s Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, and one of the bakers had the brilliant idea to toast the pound cake crumbs to emulate one of the key ingredients to a good banana pudding: nilla wafers. The pudding is piped into their individual serving trifle cups and gets layered with toasted pound cake, fresh sliced bananas, and sour cream whipped cream.

Go treat yourself to one of these trifles at any of the locations to celebrate Friday! 🍌

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Meet my grandparents in law, Mary and Barry Boneno 🩵

In 1975, they decided that they wanted to work together. Barry’s passion has always been plants and Mary’s was business...so they opened The House Of Plants Inc. in 1976.

They originally were looking to open a location at Hanes Mall, as it was just being built at the time and they wanted to be close to the hospitals, but they came across a spot in Hanestown and became the first business in that area.

They found a green house out in the country, tore it apart and rebuilt it at the shop. They started by selling shrubs and trees, but today they’ve evolved to selling gifts, plants, yard art, pottery, arrangements, pots and more.

47+ years later, they are still passionate about this community, their family, and creating a welcoming atmosphere + personalized pieces and arrangements for your home and loved ones.

One thing that I love personally about House of Plants is that they always have New Orleans Jazz playing, as Barry, or as we call him “Bopa”, is Creole Italian. It creates an atmosphere of good cheer and whimsy, almost making time stand still for a bit.

Thank you to for capturing their space perfectly. The last photo pulls at my heartstrings 🥹

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📍507 Harvey Street, Winston Salem
🕙 M-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: 1-5pm

A little business and some quality time over wine with my partner . The time always passes by too quickly.

Also, during the week is so peaceful and lovely. And, this wine from is “among top 6% of all wines in the world”, and it was absolutely delicious. I’ll definitely be going back to grab another bottle!

Thanks for snapping majority of these photos, Amber. Can’t wait for next time 🩵

I am ecstatic to welcome back to the Merritt Media family!

I took on Best of Winston back in February of 2020 and carried it through covid, raising it’s following from 14.8K to 22.3K until it sold in March of 2021. Today it has 53.1K followers, a newsletter following of 3500+, and it is still the leading resource for all things Winston Salem. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, I can guarantee you’ll find something new, fun, and exciting through the Best of Winston social channels, website, and newsletter!

I’m super excited for the new direction that BOW is going, and I’m thrilled to be the one to share it with you all 🩵