The Democratic National Convention is not the city's first brush with national politics —V. B. In 1919, trolley workers struck, then rioted. Courtesy photo December 1774—Colonists call for a boycott of British goods to prove the settlers are determined to gain independence. Charlotte residents select a “Committee of Safety”—John McKnitt Alexander, Abraham Alexander, Hezekiah Alexander, Thomas Polk, and Ephraim…
BY Blake Miller Though your first thought for honeymooning in Hawaii may lead you to choose Maui or Kauai, newlyweds looking for a combination of adventure and relaxation should look to the small island of Lana’i. One of the five Hawaiian islands, Lana’i is also one of the least well-known (and populated—it has less than 1,200 people living on the…
In 2004 Cassie Parsons started selling pork from her ten-acre Grateful Growers Farm to high-end Charlotte restaurants, many of which had never before carried locally raised meat. In 2009 she brought the city its first upscale food truck and kick-started the national trend locally. And in 2010 she opened Harvest Moon Grille, one of the city’s best restaurants, where almost…
Cassie Parsons is changing the way Charlotte eats By Sarah Crosland Farmer, chef, and restaurateur Cassie Parsons has been making a profit ever since she opened Harvest Moon Grille last October. And Parsons, who sees her establishment as a way to spread the word about local food, did it while using almost all locally sourced ingredients—a first for Charlotte restaurants….
When it comes to toasting a merger or debating over dinner, Charlotte’s power players have their favorites. Here’s where the big wigs go and the big deals go down By Michelle Boudin Del Frisco's 4725 Piedmont Row Drive South Charlotte, NC 28210 (704) 522-5502 The Dish Located in the heart of SouthPark, this restaurant hosts so many heavy…
When Charlotte hosts the Democratic National Convention in September 2012, plenty of locals will profit—in political, economic, or social capital. But for almost every winner there’s a loser. Our take on who the DNC will help and who it will hurt: Click to image to enlarge Pin the Tail on the Democrat. Winners: Anthony Foxx: This is the…
Sometimes the best way to know who wields power and influence in a city is as simple as looking at the guest list. We tracked down five of the top public relations and marketing execs in the city and asked them: for your event to be a success, who has to be there? By Blake Miller Check out…
Few people have influenced Charlotte like Harvey Gantt and Leon and Sandra Levine. The current mayor and one of the city’s other top philanthropic couples share how and why Leon and Sandra Levine No two couples have had the philanthropic impact in Charlotte as Sally and Russell Robinson and their friends Leon and Sandra Levine. The Robinsons’ civic involvement…
By Richard Thurmond Bank of America There’s been a lot of consternation lately about the financial health of Bank of America, and a lot of media talk about the bank’s declining influence in the city. Yes, CEO Brian Moynihan lives in Boston. Yes, it looks more and more like all the I-bankers are moving (back?) to New York. And yes,…
The CEO of Duke Energy, can-do visionary, is the most powerful man in town By RICHARD THURMOND Early on a Saturday morning in September, Duke Energy CEO Jim Rogers stood at a podium in a Charlotte Convention Center ballroom, addressing a few hundred execs from downtowns across the country and around the world who were in town for the International…
Already the most influential sports figure in town, what’s to stop Cam Newton from evolving into Charlotte’s first sports icon? By Frank Barrows Photography by Kent Smith This just in to the NewsHubActionCentralHotLine: three people met for drinks in Charlotte tonight and spent more than an hour in conversation without mentioning Cam Newton. Film at 11. In thirty years will…
Going to the Chapel By Michelle Boudin When it comes to choosing a church or a synagogue, Charlotte’s power players have historically had a few favorites. Curious who’s worshiping where? Here’s where we hear some of Charlotte’s biggest names attend services: Central Church of God Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports Johnny Harris, president of Lincoln Harris …
In Charlotte, real estate developers have always held rock-star status. Their stars may have dimmed during the recession, but these five have had the most influence in the way the city looks—and lives and shops and works—today BY MICHELLE BOUDIN Smoky Bissell Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge H. C. “Smoky” Bissell founded the Bissell Companies in 1964 as a small…
The Charlotte Observer still determines what’s news in this town. But the economy and the Internet are conspiring against it. It’s up to Ann Caulkins to make it work By RICHARD THURMOND The Charlotte Observer finds itself in a conundrum. The paper combined with its website is the most influential source of news and information in the city. Electronic media…
Cam Newton already has a figurine (MacFarlane toys is releasing 3,000 tiny Cam statues). But that one just poses. This one throws, smiles, and overachieves. Presenting Cam Newton, the action figure. Click below to enlarge Super Cam and read the details on his exciting accesories. Panther Vision Reads defenses/playbooks. Doesn’t like to see scoreboards late in games Spiral…
Norberto Sanchez’s Norsan Multimedia controls the Spanish-speaking media market By RICHARD THURMOND Visit the offices of most media companies today, and one sight will stand out: empty desks. The recession has been unkind to most industries, and it has been downright rude to the media business. But when Norberto Sanchez ushers a visitor into the headquarters of Norsan Multimedia, operated…
Elevation Church’s Steven Furtick is dedicated to using his church to help this city By Sarah Crosland Steven Furtick wasn’t living in Charlotte when he decided to launch a church here with seven otherfamilies. He was living in Shelby, forty miles west of Charlotte, where he worked in the music ministry at a local church. “One night we were driving…
Spoon bread is a truly Southern dish. Its subtle balance between savory and sweet makes it a go-to recipe for family gatherings, or anytime you simply want to feed your soul Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons butter, divided 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (1 large ear of corn) 1…
Quartering Brussels sprouts seems to lighten them. Adding the zing of lemon zest really brings a brightness to this dish, changing the minds of even the most ardent of vegetable haters. The sauce is called a glaze because it is not too thick, rather just a luxurious wash of satiny Parmesan cream. Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 pounds…
This condiment pairs so well with pork. It’s sweet and sour, and has a gentle kick from just a pinch of cayenne. It is good hot, warm, or room temp; don’t serve it ice cold. Makes 2 1/2 cups 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cubed 2 tablespoons peeled, minced ginger root (about a 1-inch piece) 1/3 cup…
Roasting the beets intensifies their sweetness and depth while making them tender. Walnuts, walnut oil, and arugula add a bitter counterpoint to the sweet beets and mild chèvre (goat cheese) adds a salty zing. Makes 6 servings Walnut dressing: 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon finely minced shallot 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed…
Brining is a great way to infuse flavor into meats, but the time required can be off-putting. This is a 2-hour brine that works as beautifully as a more traditional, long brine—just don’t forget and leave the chops in the brine for more than two hours, or you will have jerky Makes 6 to 8 servings 1/2 cup sea…
The History Lover's Haven A weekend in the sunny Old South feels like a trip back hundreds of years Victoria Robinette During the winter of 1864, Union General William Sherman began his famous March to the Sea, planning to scorch Southern cities and towns from Atlanta to Savannah. Atlanta waged war and today you’re unlikely to find many structures there…
Boogie Nights Concerts, festivals, or just a weekend of tunes in Asheville's music scene Sarah Crosland You could visit Asheville for the national music acts that the picturesque mountain town draws each year. There’s no shortage of big names stopping in smaller venues like Jack of the Wood pub (jackofthewood.com) or the famed Orange Peel (theorangepeel.net), which Rolling Stone named…
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