Small Business

A brick exterior of a building is split by a black awning in front of a cloudy yet blue sky.
Food
New wine bar aims to be Dilworth’s new hangout
Customshop’s Andres Kaifer and Alex Briges are putting the final touches on Emmy Lou’s, which will open on Friday, Dec. 19.
December 11, 2025 01:43 PM
 · 
Maria Adnado
A plated dish from Pisco in front of a sign. A group of people partying in Pisco. Two ornate bull figurines.
Sponsored
These UNC Charlotte alumni are giving the city its flavor
Niner-owned restaurants + bars have helped put Charlotte on the map as a Carolina culinary hotspot.
Sponsored by
Two cocktails sit on a bar counter with people in the background.
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Charlotte, NC from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
 · 
Monica Garske
People bustle through a crowded street market with lines of tents in the background.
Events
South End welcomes return of Camden Commons
The street festival will bring Sunday afternoon fun + closures along Camden Road.
May 16, 2024
 · 
Jack VanderToll
Three women are smiling, walking up the steps of an outdoor plaza next to a restaurant patio.
Events
Waverly will be buzzing for a good cause
The Waverly Wine Walk will benefit the Mecklenburg County Beekeepers Association.
May 13, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Three tacos next to a cocktail and a side of beans and rice.
Food
Offline: The restaurant subscription club that will introduce you to your new favorite Charlotte eatery
This genius app will match you with great local restaurants to try — and then give you money towards the tab.
May 9, 2024
 · 
Sarah Leonhardt
A colorful and retro line moves through the words Plaza Midwood in a tropical setting with a painted Calle Sol sign on the right.
Events
Plaza’s first neighborhood market and art crawl
Plaza Midwood businesses will transform into galleries and markets during the first-of-its-kind event along (and around) Central Avenue.
May 9, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
A view of the table spread including tea, sandwiches, and scone spreads.
Events
Experience high tea on Mother’s Day
If you’re looking for a unique gift for mom, this list of high tea ceremonies is fit for a matriarch.
May 7, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Flatiron School students sit at a table and work on their laptops
Small Business
Uplifting entreprenuers during Small Business Month
Mecklenburg County is offering a slew of resources and events during Small Business Month.
May 1, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Woman standing behind desk in white room with green plant in background, looking at the camera, smiling, and holding a rainbow macrame
Small Business
Gift giving made easy for mom
April 29, 2024
 · 
Staff
Eight members of the Cakeable staff wearing coral and teal shirts, smiling behind the counter for a photo.
Small Business
“We’re more than capable.” Cakeable Cafe is now open
The new brick-and-mortar cafe in Uptown Charlotte does more than sell coffee and pastries.
April 23, 2024
 · 
Maria Adnado
Load More

The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from CLTtoday
CLTtoday Pickleball Charlotte Sharon Lakes
Play
Where to play pickleball in Charlotte
Playing pickleball in Charlotte is easy when you stop by one of these local indoor and outdoor courts, including Mecklenburg County courts and more.
August 1, 2025
 · 
Mitch Hooper
A black and white photo of people going down escalators and looking down upon an indoor ice rink.
Development
Remembering Eastland Mall: a look at its past and future
The iconic Eastland Mall attracted thousands of shoppers before its closure in 2010, and will serve as a new hub of life in East Charlotte.
July 31, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
Real Estate
How much it could cost to rent in Charlotte based on the neighborhood
Trying to move neighborhoods? We looked at 10+ different neighborhoods around Charlotte to compare the cost of rent to the local average.
July 29, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Three people sitting with their retrievers of varying ages in front of a bustling outdoor market.
Small Business
Market Meetups: a new way to meet friends in Charlotte
The new event offers a fresh way for women to make connections while shopping from local vendors from across the Queen City.
July 29, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
A room inside a brewery showing plants and three four-top tables with mahjong tiles.
Events
Bam, dot, crack: where to play Mahjong in Charlotte
If you’re looking to learn something new this year, jump into the tile-based game craze and give mahjong a try.
July 28, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
The cast of The Hunger Games waves to the crowd at Comic Con.
Play
Lights, camera, action: movies and shows filmed around Charlotte
The Charlotte region has hosted television programs and movie productions from blockbusters to Academy Award-winning films.
July 25, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Chef in hotel or restaurant kitchen cooking only hands. Prepared beef steak with vegetable decoration.
Food
Local chefs share excitement for “Top Chef” in Charlotte
The Emmy-nominated culinary competition will start filming Charlotte and Greenville, SC soon, and Charlotte-area chefs have a lot to say about the upcoming production that will put the Queen City on the culinary map.
July 24, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado
Freedom Park in Charlotte with a lake and trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Let’s pack a local picnic
Who doesn’t love shopping local? Pack your next picnic with these goods found around Queen City.
July 22, 2025
 · 
Haley Bartlett
A juicy burger with sliced tomatoes, bacon, and a cheesy topping is displayed on branded paper outdoors. Bright blue sky and red umbrellas add a sunny vibe.
Food
Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer returns to Queen City
It’s looking like another Wet Duke’s Hot American Tomato Summer, Charlotte — don’t miss your chance to eat your way through the competition.
July 21, 2025
 · 
Haley Bartlett
A two-story dining area with round lights, displaying names of tenants.
Food
Eat your way through Charlotte’s diverse food halls
From Southern cuisine to international favorites, Charlotte’s food scene is smothered and covered with tasty eats within eight food halls across the city.
July 21, 2025
 · 
Maria Adnado