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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
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Maria Adnado
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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
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Haley Bartlett
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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
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Haley Bartlett
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Hot diggity dog: Where to get a hot dog in Charlotte
From longtime spots slinging chili dogs to roadside drive thrus, this is your guide to Charlotte’s hot dog scene.
July 2, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Where would chefs from “The Bear” work in Charlotte?
We came up with where we think chefs from the popular TV show “The Bear” would work if they lived in the Queen City.
June 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Ice cream and sweet treats to beat the summer heat in Charlotte
Whether you’re looking for a frozen concoction or a perfect sundae on a Sunday, here are several ice cream shops to help you stay cool and satisfy your sweet tooth.
June 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Make the most of Charlotte’s longest day
Enjoy the most of what the Queen City has to offer during the longest day of 2025.
June 17, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Your guide to summer reading in Charlotte
Get ready for the summer by finding your next page-turner, including recommendations from local bookstores.
June 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Treat yourself to something sweet for National Doughnut Day
We’ve found Charlotte-area doughtnut shops offering “sweet” deals to celebrate National Doughnut Day.
June 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Understanding Mecklenburg County’s 1-cent transportation tax referendum on the November ballot
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