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🌟 Charlotte’s on the MICHELIN map
The culinary stars were out in Greenville, SC earlier this week. | Photo by GVLtoday
It’s official: Charlotte is home to North Carolina’s first MICHELIN Star, appearing in the MICHELIN Guide for the first time. The inaugural American South Guide was unveiled in Greenville, SC earlier this week, and the Queen City showcased its growing culinary scene with multiple restaurants earning recognition.
MICHELIN Star + Green Star:
Counter- by Sam Hart earned One Star + Green Star for sustainability. Inspectors praised the tasting-menu spot as “an outlier in the Charlotte dining scene” for its immersive, ever-changing concepts and commitment to local ingredients.
Bib Gourmand:
Lang Van | This family-owned spot serves Vietnamese noodles and soups, with plenty of vegetarian options, and is recognized for great food at a great value — 50 restaurants earned this distinction.
The Tonidandel-Brown Restaurant Group earned three Recommended spots, and Colleen Hughes won Exceptional Cocktails.
Photo provided by Tonidandel-Brown Restaurant Group
Special Award — MICHELIN Exceptional Cocktails Award:
Supperland, Colleen Hughes | Housed in a restored Charlotte church, Supperland offers bright dining, a charming cocktail bar, and a hidden, intimate 10-seat space for tasting menus. The James Beard-nominated beverage director was one of four recipients honored with a special MICHELIN award.
Election Day is over in Charlotte. Missed the results? Grab your coffee and catch up on the results for the mayoral, city council, school board races, and transportation tax referendum. (WCNC)
Community
Mecklenburg County is dedicating resources to boost food assistance for residents who rely on SNAP. Programs include extra food at resource centers, expanded mobile markets, “Double Bucks” incentives, and 28,000 weekly food boxes through Nourish Up, available at libraries and recreation centers across the county. Find the full list of resources. (WCNC)
Travel
Did you know Gate C‑1 at Charlotte Douglas International Airport is missing? Don’t worry — they’ve got the scoop on the mystery of the missing gate. But before you go searching, check out our airport guide for updates, travel tips, and nonstop flights.
Outdoors
If you’re reading this before 8:19 a.m., it’s not too late. The year’s second supermoon hits its peak illumination this morning at 8:19 a.m. — solook up. We think you’ll get a kick out of its name.
Charlottean
Happy 100th birthday, Delema. At a century young, Delema Eldridge still bakes, exercises, and says she sometimes forgets she’s 100. Her secret to a long, happy life? Find out her answer in WCNC’s story.
Sports
The Hornets lost to the Timberwolves on Saturday, but the rookies led the way in Sunday’s win over the Jazz. Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornetswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Active
Did you know? The burpee was named after Royal Huddleston Burpee, a 1930s physiologist who created this exercise as part of a fitness test. Learn about the man behind the move and how this full-body exercise has stood the test of time.*
Health
Discover sharper hearing and a sharper mind with the Horizon IX hearing aid. Known as “a time machine for the brain,” it supports mental engagement and enhances your cognitive vitality. See if you qualify for a 45-day no-risk trial.*
Featured Home
Set on more than five acres with breathtaking views of Wild Cat Spur and World’s End, this Mill Spring mountain retreat features a stunning main home and a fully furnished cabin — perfect for multi-family living, a guest getaway, or a short-term rental investment.*
Shop
Our version of the perfect fall cardigan features ultra-soft fabric, chunky gold buttons, and a slouchy yet chic silhouette. Think: Daytime errands and date night.*
Editor’s Pick
Charlotte FC’s new season kicks off this March. | Photo by CLTtoday
Last Saturday, Charlotte FC survived a tense penalty shootout to force a tie-breaking third match against New York City FC this Friday, Nov. 7, at home. After a 0‑0 draw, goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina made several key saves in regulation and another crucial stop in the 7‑6 shootout, echoing his heroics in 2024 against Orlando City.
The winner of the best-of-three series will advance to face the Philadelphia Union in the second round of the Audi MLS playoffs. Grab tickets to help fill the fortress this Friday at 7 p.m. at Bank of America Stadium.
The Buy
The right American Home Shield plan to cover your plumbing, electrical, and heating this winter. For a manageable monthly fee, you can cover the repair or replacement of major home systems. Aka: If you find yourself in need of a new $12,000 gas furnace, you’ll have a coverage plan to turn to. Phew.*
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It’s a huge sports weekend in the Queen City — are you ready to get loud? Charlotte FC takes the field this Friday, and the Panthers hit Bank of America Stadium on Sunday.
After that nail‑biter win over the Packers, the Panthers are bringing all the energy. Grab your tickets, pack the stands, and make some noise for Carolina against the Saints.
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