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February 2012

Features

Violins of Hope: Notes from the Holocaust

Violins of Hope: Notes from the Holocaust

This spring, UNC Charlotte brings eighteen violins to town. Each is a relic and reminder of the Holocaust. Each one has a story

Old Masters: A Look at Charlotte's Historic Buildings

Old Masters: A Look at Charlotte's Historic Buildings

Charlotte gets criticized for bulldozing its history, but there are several charming old buildings still in use—if you know where to look. We found them, and we found their stories, too

Sweets: Our Guide to the Best Desserts in the City

Sweets: Our Guide to the Best Desserts in the City

Charlotte is in the midst of a dessert revolution. Let us be your guide

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Local Flavor

Dinner, Party of Eight

Dinner, Party of Eight

Cozy up at home this winter with this savory—and easy—Carolina-meets-Europe dinner party

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Quick Bite

Kobe Kreations Brings New Meaning to Take Out

Kobe Kreations Brings New Meaning to Take Out

How to get sous vide at home—no fancy equipment necessary

Drinks with Alex Myrick

Drinks with Alex Myrick

The former Domino’s pizza guy turned owner of uptown’s Blue and the new Osso shares a few of the delicious secrets to his success over a glass of albarino

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Revisit

LaVecchia's Still a Great Catch for Seafood

LaVecchia's Still a Great Catch for Seafood

An uptown favorite for seafood has a new chef, new location, and, puzzlingly, a familiar look

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Chatter

Criminals Caught on Camera

Criminals Caught on Camera

Police are using more household security cameras to catch criminals

Bright Blessings: Parties with Purpose

Bright Blessings: Parties with Purpose

A local nonprofit offers the chance to celebrate and help others at the same time

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Best Bets

Best Bets February 2012

Best Bets February 2012

Find out what to see and do this month

Trend Alert: Longer Hemlines

Trend Alert: Longer Hemlines

Hemlines are dropping with the temperature. These two outfits will bring you from day to night

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Business

Things to Fix Before the DNC: Lights That Go Out on the Interstate

Things to Fix Before the DNC: Lights That Go Out on the Interstate

Each month leading up to next September’s Democratic National Convention, writer Jeremy Markovich profiles one aspect of Charlotte that needs fixing up.

Lodging for the DNC: Southern Hospitality with a Price?

Lodging for the DNC: Southern Hospitality with a Price?

The DNC will bring more people than Charlotte has hotel rooms—and rumors are flying about where they’ll all stay

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Shopping

The Evolution of SouthPark Mall

The Evolution of SouthPark Mall

How SouthPark mall became the high-fashion destination it is today

Shopping Guide: Valentine's Day for Him

Shopping Guide: Valentine's Day for Him

Show him he's the object of your affection with these great gifts

Pen-Ultimate with Baltz Fine Writing Instruments

Pen-Ultimate with Baltz Fine Writing Instruments

Two Davidson grads counter the digital age by handcrafting fine wood pens

Scarves & Hats: Find This Season's Bundle of Joy

Scarves & Hats: Find This Season's Bundle of Joy

Stay warm without looking like the abominable snowman with these gorgeous scarves and hats

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Culture

Ulysses Brings Russia to Charlotte

Ulysses Brings Russia to Charlotte

With a new festival, Charlotte will get up close and personal with Russian culture

Stephen Hayes Exhibits Human Cargo with Cash Crop

Stephen Hayes Exhibits Human Cargo with Cash Crop

The Gantt Center’s haunting new show puts a face on slavery

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Politics

John Autry Fights a Border War

John Autry Fights a Border War

New City Council Member John Autry is fighting to keep the east side from going further south

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Loose Ends

Eating Through Dessert

Eating Through Dessert

Experience has taught me how desserts should be enjoyed—very carefully

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