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Your guide to Charlotte’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
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Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Charlotte.
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Five questions with celebrity chef Bobby Flay
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Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer starts in Charlotte
Local restaurants compete in this 10-day event to feature menu items with Duke’s Mayo and tomatoes as the stars of the dish.
July 17, 2024
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Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Charlotte, NC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
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Charlotteans can win a free year of chicken wings
East Coast Wings + Grill in Charlotte kicks off monthlong contest ahead of National Chicken Wing Day on Monday, July 29.
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Harper’s Restaurant closing this month in SouthPark
After 32 years, the SouthPark restaurant will end its service on Saturday, July 20.
July 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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25 spots to grab a drink after work
On the rocks, neat, dirty, frozen, or zero proof — we’re spilling the Long Island iced tea on the best spots to grab a drink after work in Charlotte.
June 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Guide to vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Charlotte
Dig into delicious and nutritious plant-based fare in every corner of the Queen City.
June 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Experience a unique farm-to-table meal
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