New Shop Worth Its Salt
Salts of the Earth brings new flavor to 7th Street Public Market
Food + Drink
Expanded growler sales in N.C. move closer to becoming a reality
Rulemaking process can go forward, but actual fills still likely a couple months away
The Easiest Salmon
Packed with protein and essential nutrients, salmon is a quick, easy, and wonderful option for tonight's dinner
Opening a brewery: easier said than done
Many talk about it, but there's a huge risk/reward involved
How Hot is Too Hot?
The caipirinha laced with habanero peppers looks amazing on paper, but the spice factor may leave even seasoned chili-heads begging for a chance to cool down
Upcoming releases
Collaborating, cask conditioning and barrel aging highlight new local craft offerings
New York Style Pizza: A Journey
My hunt for NYC pizza continues as I finally taste Libretto's pie.
Queen City Brewers Festival announces new location, nonprofit partner
Local-only craft beer event moves to N.C. Music Factory
Summer Herbs: Gin and Tonic
A combination of the freshest summer herbs and the cool spice of gin makes this hot-weather drink a great go-to
News Bite: Whole Foods
The natural and organic grocer heads to Lake Norman
Frankly, A Grand Opening
Forgive all of the hot dog puns, but this opening was red hot (sorry) and droves of people descended on the JJ's new Ballantyne spot
The greatness and stupidity of IPA Day
Craft beer's most popular style now has its own day, but is that necessary?
Quick Pours-Late July Edition
Sankey's opens, beer events at Queen City Q and Growlers Pourhouse and more
Refreshing Summer Salad
Salty feta cheese, peppery arugula and sweet watermelon make for a fabulous combination to cool you and your guests off on even the hottest summer day
First Look at Bradshaw Social House
Bradshaw Social House brings gastropub fare to south Charlotte
Three Great Sweet Potato Dishes
Take advantage of this season's harvest with these three dishes
True Crafted Pizza: In Pizza Veritas
True Crafted Pizza serves up unfussy but delicious baked and grilled pies in south Charlotte
Craft cinema
Get a sneak peek at a new local documentary about NoDa Brewing Company
Feasting in Plaza Midwood
A Queen City standby, the Peculiar Rabbit's fare was flavorful, delicious, and a wonderful way to start off this week's eatery specials
Enactment of new state growler law delayed
N.C. ABC Commission takes no vote after concerns over rules regarding sanitation
FREE PIZZA
In honor of their new location's opening, Libretto's Pizza is offering free pizza for one year to the first 100 customers
After 16 years, Hops in Matthews closes down
John Bradford, the restaurant's only brewer, talks about his time at the microbrewery and what's next
Marc Jacksina joins Nan & Byron's
The former executive chef of Halcyon takes on a new role as chef de cuisine at MAP Management's new Americana restaurant in South End
Calm, cool, collected
Spending time at the lake, beach, or pool is a great way to pas the hours on a scorching summer day, but there are a few foods you can pack to make sure your body stays healthy and happy.
NoDa Brewing Company bottles its first year-round beer
Hop, Drop 'n Roll will be available for purchase at the brewery's tap room and local stores
Kroger Comes to Town
Weighing in on the Kroger/Teeter merger ...
Quick Pours
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery teams up with local homebrewer for this month's Brauhaus Reserve, local beer events this week and more
Summer Herbs 101
Whether it's a fresh summer Caprese salad, a cilantro-laced salsa, a slow cooking chicken cacciatore, or a rich tomato sauce, here's a peek into when to go with fresh herbs and when to stick with dried
