Charlotte Oktoberfest finds new location
City's largest beer festival announces move to N.C. Music Factory
Food + Drink
Happy Birthday, America
Red, white, and oh-my-god you forgot about that barbecue you're hosting tonight? Never fear. A few easy-to-pull-off dishes save the day.
Charlotte's newest brewery invites you to step into the Unknown
Unknown Brewing Company set to open this fall on S. Mint St.
You Need Dessert
There's something to be said for a great rendition of a classic dessert, and BrickTop's Key Lime Pie was no exception
JJ's Red Hots Make Moves
Chicago, Sonoran, Coney Island, and even a Dirty Jerz. You won't feel the same way about hot dogs after a trip to JJ's, where all of your hot dog dreams will come true.
Is Southern food good outside the South?
You tell me.
Raising the Bar
Bar Chocolate fuses art and confections
Matthews Rising
After years of transition, the dining scene in downtown Matthews is starting to hit its stride
Quick Pours
Hot weather got you riled up? Refresh yourself with these links to what’s going on in the Charlotte craft beer atmosphere: • Last month, I blogged about Charlotte Beercast, a podcast devoted to local craft beer. (The crew’s latest…
Southern Cocktails
I'll share a secret, or three, for those long, hot summer days when something classic (and traditionally Southern) is needed to quench your thirst
Bloody Brilliant
Four must-try Bloody Mary concoctions
NoDa Brewing Company hosting screening of “Beer Hunter The Movie”
Film celebrates life of arguably the most important person to the craft beer movement
Authentic BBQ in South Charlotte
Since 2011, Elwood's has served up barbecue in South Charlotte. As a newcomer to the area, this writer wanted to see just what all the fuss is about
Birdsong and Duckworth's collaborate to introduce "Duckworthy Series"
Session IPA will be exclusively available at all four Duckworth's locations and Birdsong's taproom
Miro Offers High-Class Dining
Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine at this established standby in the Stonecrest area is fresh, flavorful, and authentic with an inviting atmosphere to match.
Growler bill becomes law, but new sales on hold for now
The NC ABC Commission must establish rules regarding the sanitation of growlers before anything can move forward
Out to Eat: Father's Day
As previously mentioned, we've compiled a list of eateries around the Queen City catering to Dad this Saturday and Sunday for Father's Day
Quick Pours for mid-June
Olde Mecklenburg in the national spotlight, new extended hours at Good Bottle and more
Dining In for Father's Day
Chicken, steak, salmon, or pizza, make sure that Dad is being spoiled with a delicious dish on his special day -- June 16.
Growler bill ratified, set for action from Gov. McCrory
Expanded sales on the horizon
Curry: A Definitive Guide
Whether you live for spicy green, savory reds, or sweet Panang, Thai curry offers a different flavor and experience for every palate
Specialty Dinners in June
Mint Museum, Dean & Deluca Wine Room, and Paco's Tacos & Tequila host specialty dinners this month
A breakfast surprise
Everyone knows that Ballantyne's Vine American Kitchen serves up great dishes for dinner, but a trip for breakfast was just as satisfying and delicious
Quick Pours-Dinners, Dashing and Debuts
Triple C and OMB host beer dinners, NoDa Brewing's inaugural 5K and more
Shakespeare and Beer at Up Stage
In NoDa, Up Stage spotlights the city’s underground theater scene
Asheville Eatery Coming to Charlotte
Offering all-natural, home-cooked, and farm-to-table fresh and local dishes, Tupelo Honey commands a loyal following in it's mountainous hometown and will likely do the same here in Charlotte.
(C)rafting at the Whitewater Center
The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers adventure, but it's also a great spot for local craft beer events
Fresh Discoveries
Fresh market finds
