Owen’s Bagel & Deli is closed for business today after officers responded to a shots fired call this morning, February 19, at 6:28 a.m. One window of the South Boulevard property appears to have three bullet holes, but the exact…
Neighborhood welcomes Gary Crunkleton’s famous cocktail bar
Cupcrazed Cakery is closing its Woodlawn Road location in Charlotte, but will keep its Fort Mill store open. Owner Heather McDonnell is known as a triumphant reality show competitor appearing on the Food Network programs Rewrapped and Cupcake Wars. She…
IN 2003, LeBron James was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers No. 1 overall, going on to win Rookie of the Year honors. And around the same time, a whiskey was being barreled that would one day be used to entice an older,…
Trendwatchers say so. Two local restaurants—an old standby and a new arrival—brace for impact
Vivace owners bring upscale-casual Italian dining to south Charlotte
A NEW COCKTAIL BAR officially opens in NoDa this week, but there’s just one catch: it doesn’t have a cocktail menu. At Idlewild, bartenders create custom made cocktails based on customers’ requests. According to managing partner Vince Chirico, this approach is…
Reserve a date night at one of these Charlotte spots offering special menus
Indigo Road’s Steve Palmer gives a preview of his anticipated Italian restaurant coming to Atherton Mill
I PICTURE IT LIKE THIS: It's of those gorgeous spring days in Plaza Midwood. Flower pots line front porches. A young family walks its dog, led by a sleeping child with one bare arm out of the stroller. And you’re…
Head of Eat & Drink for Charlotte Marriott City Center
The husband and wife owners of a Myers Park boutique help you shop for Valentine's Day
HOT LITTLE BISCUITS are coming to South End, and now customers can enjoy the rich, buttery confections for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night treat. Charleston-based Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit will open in a 1,350-square foot space at The Penrose, a new…
NEW BREWERIES are opening in rapid succession across the country, especially in a craft beer-crazed city like Charlotte, but few have drawn accolades as quickly as Resident Culture Brewing. The Plaza Midwood microbrewery opened in September 2017, winning over IPA lovers…
Five culinary professionals weigh in on the evolution of a woman’s role in a male-dominated industry
It is what it is, Meaning, mediocre grub served past the hour when quality matters, this writer says
Access to fresh produce and nutritious meals is inequitable across Mecklenburg County. These gleaners, teachers, and visionaries are changing that. A new food revolution is coming, and its soldiers are armed with unwanted tomatoes, a portable skillet, and tenacity
KEEPING UP with the latest food and beverage news is one of our favorite pastimes, and although the year has barely begun, we’re already spotting some emerging cocktail trends. In 2019, we’re looking forward to the rise of unexpected flavors,…
ON THE FALL AFTERNOON we meet at Mitty’s Café in South End, Kendra Jeffress skips the handshake and goes straight for a hug. She offers me some coffee and one of her homemade CBD-infused muffins. As we sit down to…
The Hobbyist signs lease at 2100 NoDa
Kickstand Burger Bar, which has been part of the Plaza Midwood neighborhood for nearly nine years, announced its closure on Thursday. On the restaurant’s Facebook page, owners say, “It is with great regret that due to construction and renovation on…
IN THE EARLY 2000S, when the Penguin Drive-In was still open, Greg Auten had a problem in his kitchen: Every day, he threw out tons of uneaten fried pickles and onion rings. After leaving the Penguin in 2010, he opened…
Comparing the two best bagel shops in Charlotte
See which notables have piqued our palates.
WE DON'T OFTEN put much thought into what we drink with our chocolate cake or apple pie, but some great wines pair well with dessert, adding a fun element to the final course. The basic rule for pairing wine and…
New can releases from two breweries, a tropical party to chase the cold away and Shakedown with Santa. Here’s the final Charlotte craft beer rundown before the holidays. Merry merry, y’all. --Heist’s final can release of 2018 includes one…
The city’s culinary masterminds on the rise
Looking to treat your palate to something special for your last meal of 2018? Some of Charlotte's finest restaurants are serving New Year's Eve dinners that will ensure you end your year on the right note. Check out the below Queen City…
