IPA Day happenings in Charlotte
Today is National IPA Day. I first wrote about the argument over this topic five (!!) years ago. The simple conclusion: celebrate if you want and if you choose not to, no biggie. For those in the former camp, there’s…
Food + Drink
Belk Family Planting a New Legacy With Wild Hope Farm
PHOTOGRAPHS BY PETER TAYLOR On Wild Hope Farm, Katherine Belk harvests organically grown collard greens. ROCKS SNAP beneath my car tires as they roll down the gravel driveway at Wild Hope Farm. It’s noon. Although the sun is at its…
Tinned Seafood's Rising Reputation—And Where to Enjoy It in Charlotte
Sardines may be the missing ingredient on your charcuterie plate
Brewers at 4001 Yancey Pushes Brewery Food to New Heights
'"Brewery food" can really mean anything,' Executive Chef Drew Ward says.
This weekend in Charlotte craft beer (July 26-29)
An always-popular monthly event, new beer releases, two-day party honoring a musical legend and ticket information on upcoming festivals – just another packed weekend for Charlotte craft beer. Here’s the rundown: --Lenny Boy Brewing is the site for this…
Chef Alyssa Adds Catering, Chef Jonathan Moore to Company
Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen opened five years ago to give individuals a way to expand their cooking knowledge. Now the company is moving to lower South End and hiring chef Jonathan Moore to head up a new catering venture they’re calling…
A Survey of Charlotte's Best Vegetarian Restaurants
A fresh look at the city’s meat-free menus
Review: Lakeside Delight at Hello, Sailor
With proper expectations, it’s hard not to have fun at this spot
Johnny Fly’s anniversary event to include special Legion beer
Also features free concert at Neighborhood Theatre
5 Best Places for Ice Cream in Charlotte
THE NUMBER of sample spoons and color-stained popsicle sticks I’ve gone through recently makes me think I’ve tried every new flavor of ice cream out there. It was a scoop of rocky road, though—full of marshmallows, nuts, and rich chocolate…
4 Beignets for Bastille Day
THE BEIGNET, that beautiful piece of fried dough, sounds fancier than it is. The easy-to-eat dish is light enough to be enjoyed in the heat of summer and sugary enough to satisfy any sweet tooth. Celebrate Bastille Day, which commemorates…
New bottles/cans & anniversary parties for Charlotte beer
Two breweries celebrate respective anniversaries, while another is set for its first bottle release. Oh, and there’s new cans from a couple breweries as well. Here’s the weekend rundown for Charlotte craft beer: FRIDAY --Heist Brewery saw a ton…
Breweries and bands come together for Behailu
Block party event in NoDa this Saturday
Uptown Reid's Fine Foods Opening in Late July
COURTESY IT WAS ANNOUNCED in January that Reid's Fine Foods was opening a new uptown location. The restaurant says its 2,100-square-foot spot at 121 W. Trade St. will open later this month. You can expect both dine-in and to-go ordering,…
Trendy Sip: Charlotte's Summer Drink of 2018
Prepare your Instagram for its new star, plus our prediction for the next big thing.
Salud Cerveceria celebrating one-year anniversary with new beer
As part of its anniversary celebration, Salud Cerveceria will be releasing cans of El Jugo Suelto, a collaboration with Trophy Brewing in Raleigh It hasn’t taken long for Salud Cerverceria to make a name for itself in Charlotte’s craft beer…
Independence Day Charlotte Craft Beer Roundup
Happy Fourth of July, everyone. As you celebrate this fine country we’re privileged to live in and be a part of, please do so responsibly. There is no shortage of holiday-themed events going on this week; here are ones to…
New Uptown Restaurant La Belle Helene Names Executive Chef
Michael Rouleau, a Connecticut-raised Philadelphia Eagles fan, is the new executive chef at La Belle Helene, a French brasserie opening in uptown later this year. He’ll also oversee Parliament Coffee, which shares the address of 300 S. Tryon St, as well…
Lyft offering discounted rides to and from many Charlotte breweries July 7
Rideshare company also announces official partnership with CIBA
Tompkins Hall Adds Pizza, Sushi, Grilled Cheese to Tenant Lineup
Tompkins Hall, the 146,000-square-foot old gingham mill undergoing a major facelift, has just announced three more enticing tenants to expect in the food hall. The massive, mixed-use space off of Parkwood Avenue will feature office and retail spaces in addition to…
Breaking Bread: Peter Reinhart Finds Purpose in Baking, Teaching, Writing
IN SAN FRANCISCO sourdough country nearly 40 years ago, Peter Reinhart began experimenting with bread recipes. One night, he made bread following Julia Child’s precise recipe and the baguettes came out just as they should, long and cylindrical like a…
Travel: Food, Wine, and Rejuvenation Found in Croatia
IT'S ALMOST 10 A.M. in Zagreb, Croatia, when my husband Jon and I step off the plane. The thought of what we’d be doing in our native time zone, an eight-hour difference, makes our eyes droop. But soon our bleary…
Euphoria in Greenville: Southern Food Festival Draws Big Names
CONVERSATIONS ECHOED around the lobby of the Hilton in Greenville, South Carolina, which was packed with guests for the town’s annual Euphoria Greenville food, wine, and music festival, held each September. As the home of Michelin, the tire company and…
4 Brunch Spots in Charlotte with Bottomless Mimosas
Brunching on a budget? Get more booze for your buck at these Charlotte brunch spots serving bottomless mimosas.
North Carolina Is Quietly Producing Some of the Country’s Best Cheeses
DURING A RECENT TRIP to California, I was surprised to find one of my favorite cheeses on the menu at a popular gastropub in Corona del Mar. This wouldn’t have been a big deal, except that the cheese was from…
A Trip on Kentucky's Bourbon Trail
CARROLL PERRY has worked for Stitzel-Weller, a maker of bourbons including Bulleit and Blade & Bow, for nearly 50 years. His first job was in advertising; today, you’ll find him at the distillery’s front gate, greeting visitors and directing them to…
A Charlotte Guide to Visiting Napa Valley
Wine, food, and that dreamy California sunshine overwhelm the senses here
NoDa Brewing hosting first big outdoor concert – with more to come
JJ Grey and Mofro headlining this Sunday
