Indaco is offering a special menu of “Italian classics” during Savor Charlotte, in addition to the restaurant’s full dinner menu. | Photo via Savor Charlotte
Have your forks and knives ready.Savor Charlotte returns for a two-week culinary showcase from March 12 to 25. And it’s coming to a restaurant near you.
The third annual food celebration brings Charlotteans and visitors alike together to see, taste, and experience culinary professionals showcasing their signature dishes and flair with interactive classes, special menus, and exclusive offers.
How does it work?
Ready to savor? Browse participating restaurants and bars to choose your desired experience. Book your reservation through the venue’s website or app and use the code SAVOR.
On Saturdays, March 15 and 22, take a tour of Muddy River Distillery then sample a few spirits.
Photo via Savor Charlotte
Savoring the experience
“Chefs and mixologists are really taking you into their territory,” said Laura White of Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority.
“You can go to the Calle Sol 100 times a year and enjoy the ceviche, but only once a year you get to learn how to make it,” said Chef Shai Fargian who spoke to CLTtoday on how Savor Charlotte provides chefs the opportunity to have creative freedom.
Red Jumpsuit Apparatus | 6 p.m. | Amos’ Southend | $25+ | “Don’t You Fake It” — you know you want to catch this rock band’s show.
Friday, March 7
2025 Carolina Lily Quilt Show | Friday, March 7-Saturday, March 8 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Park Expo and Conference Center | $7+ | See over 175 judged quilts featuring both traditional and contemporary styles — plus, shop gift items like table runners + tote bags.
Colognole Wine Dinner | 6 p.m. | Mama Ricotta’s | $90 | Four Italian courses with wine pairings from Colognole? Count us in.
Saturday, March 8
2025 Bridal Pop-Up Sale | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Goodwill Opportunity Campus | Price of purchase | Shop hundreds of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and prom attire.
Run Jen Run 5K & Festival | 7-10 a.m. | Symphony Park | $40+ | Sign up to run (or walk) and support local families facing breast cancer.
Sunday, March 9
Baby Goat Yoga | 5-6:30 p.m. | Historic White Home, Rock Hill | $30 | Let goats walk under you while you’re in Down Dog and Warrior pose.
Mean Girls Drag Brunch | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dilworth Neighborhood Grille | $22+ | Join 2020 & 2019 National Entertainer of the Year Buff Faye for food, fun, and drag.
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Have you seen the progress on the Dickerson Park Courts’ renovation? Peep the pictures. The 16 courts will be open by Saturday, March 8 at 8 a.m.
Community
1,200+. That’s the number of single-family homes and town homes in development across three areas: West Charlotte, near Lake Wylie, and Northeast Charlotte. The developments are slated to complete by 2026-2027. (The Charlotte Observer)
Plan Ahead
All aboard. Everyone’s favorite train-themed amusement park, Tweetsie Railroad, will reopen Saturday, April 5. Grab your season pass by the end of March, and get $10 off. (WCNC)
Biz
Odyssey Logistics is setting up shop in Charlotte. The logistics and technology company has relocated its global headquarters to a 23,000-sqft facility in Mecklenburg County. The move is anticipated to create 80 more jobs in the area — see open positions.
Eat
What’s better than one Whataburger in the Charlotte area? Two Whataburgers. The burger chain will now have two locations: one in Gastonia and another in Mooresville. The Mooresville location will join the Winslow Bay Commons. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Announced
Prepare to uncage the “Firebird.” Galantis is coming to Charlotte. The Swedish electronic music group will be at Trio on Friday, May 16. Tickets start at $85.
Health
Novant Health now offers a personalized option for primary care. Enter: a concierge medicine and membership-based clinic. Learn more about the new clinic.
Real Estate
The filming location for the first “Hunger Games” movie is for sale. The historic property in Burke County served as District 12 in the movie, but is also known as where Sheriff David Oaks was killed. See the price tag. May the odds be ever in your favor.(WSOC)
Sports
Would the Hornets trade LaMelo Ball? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornetswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Job
Do you have a passion for all things Northern Virginia, a knack for storytelling, and a drive to engage readers? We’re hiring a creative and dynamic Newsletter Editor to join our team at NOVAtoday and craft daily, hyper-local content. We’ve got the perks just for you: competitive salary, 401K with company match of 4%, and so much more. Apply now.
Pets
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Finance
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Theater is so back
Art
Theater is so back
The iconic Uptown theatre was restored by Foundation For The Carolinas. | Photo by Tommy McCart, courtesy of Carolina Theatre.
Carolina Theatre proves that the show must go on.
The historic Carolina Theatre reopening date is now set after being closed for nearly 50 years. Join the ribbon-cutting celebration on Monday, March 24 at 3 p.m., followed by a free Open House until 7 p.m.
Upcoming events
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO)
Following the Open House, the CSO will take the stage on Friday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. Did you know? The CSO had its inaugural performance at the Carolina Theatre in 1932.
Mark and Maggie O’Connor
The first ticketed event in half a century will feature these Grammy Award-winning musicians on Saturday, March 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $37.
Charlotte SHOUT!
The kickoff for the annual celebration of art and culture will feature a keynote presentation by AI leader Noelle Russell on April 3 at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $28.
The Buy
The Buy
A pack of seamless underwear. These no-show thongs for women have a 4.4-star rating, are stretchy and comfortable, and won’t show underneath clothes.
I don’t know if y’all caught the Mountain Goats when they came to the Neighborhood Theater last year, but it’s been a while since I’ve seen them.
I just bought tickets to make the trek to Raleigh where they’ll open for Rilo Kiley in September. (Hi, RALtoday.) If you grab tickets, maybe I’ll see you there.
