Olde Mecklenburg celebrating Bourbon Barrel-Aged Fat Boy release with breakfast, bottle share
Tickets for Jan. 24 event will go on sale Jan. 6
Food + Drink
Stagioni Turns One
Stagioni - the Italian eatery by the Moffett Brothers - will celebrate its first birthday
A Lucky Start to 2015
Hoppin' John, grapes, lentils, and dumplings all have one thing in common - they're thought to bring luck for the new year.
The Year in Charlotte Craft Beer
2014 was arguably the biggest yet for local scene
Recipe Copycat: Butternut Squash Soup
Restaurants tend to seize upon the seasonal, but going out isn't always the first thing on the agenda immediately after the holidays. We're sharing an easy recipe that can compete with some of the best butternut squash soup in the Queen City
Dining Out on New Year's Eve
2014 is drawing to a close, but if you want one last bite before ringing in 2015, choose from one of these restaurants hosting special New Year's Eve dinners
2015 Brawley’s Black and Blue set for March 14 at Visulite Theatre
One of the Southeast’s top craft beer festivals; tickets on sale Christmas Eve
Holiday Cheer in a Glass
We're only a few days away from Christmas, and lots of area restaurants have created festive drinks to calm your nerves before the onslaught of red and green.
The Sweet Life Bakeshoppe
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER Diane Armstrong and Mariya Merritt opened Sweet Life Bakeshoppe in July in southeast Charlotte. After being disappointed in the baked goods at bridal shows they attended when planning Mariya’s wedding four years ago, they created their own dessert…
Trading Spaces: Miro Spanish Grille
After 15 years in its original location, a Charlotte restaurant finds a new home
Billiards is Back
Forget what you think of the smoky pool halls of the past. Charlotte’s pool scene has experienced a resurgence, and these four new places might redefine your opinion of the old game.
Christmas Eve Dinners
Several area restaurants are offering epic Christmas Eve meals - set to fill your belly without emptying your wallet before Santa arrives
Holiday Parties at Pint Central, Flying Saucer, Salud Beer Shop and more
Your local craft beer guide to upcoming events
'Tis Cookie Season
Come February, cookie season will be upon us - when all the Girl Scout children of your coworkers will offer you box after box of Thin Mints, Samoas, Savannah Smiles, Tagalongs, and more.
Spread holiday cheer while drinking local craft beer
Opportunities to give, shop this week for good causes
Try This: Quail at Carpe Diem
One of Charlotte's best restaurants serves up delicious and delicate dishes
This Week in Pizza
Libretto's and Mellow Mushroom both have some news in the works -- one involves a birthday and the other involves ... blood?!
The Cowfish grows beyond North Carolina with new location
The Cowfish, the South Park restaurant that imaginatively brings burgers and sushi together on one menu, has spread outside of North Carolina with a third location. The sister restaurant of the Charlotte and Raleigh locations opened this week in Orlando, Florida, as…
Beer events this week/weekend at Carolina Beer Temple, Salud Beer Shop, Good Bottle Co. and Sycamore Brewing
Your guide to the latest in Charlotte’s craft beer scene
Quickie Review: Vivace
Vivace isn't a typical Italian restaurant, but the team is bringing out the best whether it's classic spaghetti and meatballs or black linguine with octopus
New vendors open in 7th Street Market
7th Street Public Market brought two additional vendors into its space over the weekend, both adding a sweet touch to the Carolinas-sourced market. Hazelnuts Crêperie fills a void with its collection of sugary and savory crepes, joining Pure Pizza, Local…
Engagement Season with a Twist
It's that special time of year once more, and BLT Steak is sweetening the deal
Now Open: The Improper Pig
The Improper Pig opened this week in Cotswold Village, turning what used to be Mama Fu’s into a barbecue joint. The restaurant is currently operating on a light schedule due to a meat smoker that awaits inspection, but plans to…
Three cheers for three years! Birdsong Brewing celebrating anniversary all weekend
Special releases over the next three days
Where to Find: Lamb Dishes
Lamb is served widely overseas but seems to be a bit ignored here in the US. There are several Charlotte restaurants, however, where you can find the savory meat.
Try This: Mac n' Cheese at Jack Beagle's
Mac n' cheese seems to be a staple below the Mason Dixon, and the hipster-riffic neighborhood of NoDa is dishing up some of the best at Jack Beagle's.
Events at Olde Mecklenburg, Salud Beer Shop and Good Bottle Co. this week
Your guide to the latest in Charlotte’s craft beer scene
Clean Eating After Turkey Day
You may be still craving the heavy flavors of Thanksgiving, but you can do your body a favor by choosing something a bit more figure friendly
