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From the archives: March 17, 2008

Whether you got a refund or owe a fortune, find the Triangle spots that fit your new budget on April 17.

On this page:Where to Splurge, Where to Save.

Where to Splurge

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Fearrington Granary
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    2000 Fearrington Village, Pittsboro, NC 27312 (map)

    Celebrating tax refunds will taste so good after you spend your check on Chef Graham Fox's tasting menu for $65.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Durham Bulls Baseball Club
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    409 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701 (map)

    Since tax season coincides with baseball season, splurge on season tickets and enjoy the best seats in the house.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average Angus Barn Restaurant
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    9401 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617 (map)

    Dine on a regal feast in the wine cellar dining room; you'll relish the special menu and Old World atmosphere.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Serena Signature Spa Salon
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    614 W Peace St, Raleigh, NC 27605 (map)

    For $155, ease the stress of endless tax forms with the Signature Massage, which involves ginger and organic oils.

  5. 5 Plush
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    4421 Six Forks Rd Ste 105, Raleigh, NC 27609 (map)

    Add some pep to your steps with designer shoes by Cynthia Rowley, Belle and Lundi Bleu from this swanky boutique.

Where to Save

  1. 6 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended 2nd Chance Books
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    1821 N Harrison Ave, Cary, NC 27513 (map)

    You'll find an extensive selection of book and DVD titles for inexpensive prices at this used bookstore in Cary.

  2. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average Raleigh Ice Plex
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    2601 Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27604 (map)

    On Sundays, the whole family can have fun on a shoestring budget when four people can skate for under $30.

  3. 8 3.5 Star Rating: Average Red Room Tapas Restaurant, Wine & Martini Bar of Downtown Raleigh NC
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    510 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603 (map)

    For a fun, ultra-cheap date, head to this bar for the two-person, three-course tapas sampler for $14.95.

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