* Locally owned Harris Teeter is ranked fifth nationally in Consumer Reports' Rating Supermarkets in the May 2009 issue, beating Costco (seventh) and Whole Foods Market (eighth). Trader Joes is ranked second. Readers scored supermarkets on service, perishables, price and cleanliness.
* Sonoma Modern American, 100 North Tryon St., has a new menu. Items on the sharing menu include BBQ Duck Sliders with Fig Jam; Lobster Roll; Tater Tots with Sharp Cheddar Cheese Fondue; and a Cuban Reuben with Pork Belly, Gruyere, and Pickled Cabbage. New entrees include Grilled Scottish Salmon with Lemon Pepper Bacon Chick Peas, and Asparagus; and Pork Tenderloin with English Peas, Pappardella Pasta, Carrots, Roasted Tomatoes, and Pancetta. Specials include three courses for $30 on Thursdays through Saturdays. 704-332-1132. www.sonomarestaruants.net.
* Udipi Pure Vegetarian Cuisine, 9510 University City Blvd., has closed.