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Among the daily specials are an Italian grilled cheese sandwich on fresh focaccia bread, pesto tuna melt, hummus vegetable wraps and a meatball sub. Explaining the selections that might seem a bit out of place on a light-fare menu, Morris said they are in response to requests. “We cater to everybody and try to serve what our employees want and what our members want as well as nutritious food. If you want to eat healthy, you have a choice.” Desserts are not on the menu. Right now, carrot muffins are as close as it gets. Some sweet selections may be added in the future, Morris said. Carrots also has a coffee bar, and herbal teas are among beverages that are available. Clients of the day spa get special pampering. They can choose from an expanded menu, and a spa tender will submit the order and deliver the food. How about a glass of wine while getting your hair done? Just make a request. Then there’s the couples massage (it could be a husband and wife, mother and daughter, or friends) followed by champagne and strawberries. A complimentary seasonal hors d’oeuvres plate is available upon request. The restaurant has limited seating, but carry-out is offered. Catering is also available. It is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Lunch service begins at 11 a.m. Prior to that, bagels and beverages are available. Around 8:30 in the evening, there’s a run on smoothies as people come from their workouts, Morris said. In the near future the facility will undergo remodeling, and plans are for the café to take on a relaxed coffee-shop atmosphere where customers can bring their laptops and enjoy a meal or their favorite beverage. Outdoor tables are to be added for warm-weather dining. The menu will get some new dishes with an emphasis on proteins. For now, Carrots has a tempting selection for people who want to dine on the light side, plus those meatball subs for those days when something heartier is desired.CV CityViewNC.com | 29

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