As one of the top-growing cities in the United States, Charlotte, North Carolina, has much to offer. Two types of football leagues, baseball, basketball, all kinds of banks and breweries, food halls, mural art, outdoor recreational activities, and more. Longing for mountains, waterfalls, or beaches? Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a hub for all sorts of direct flights to other corners of the country. The Queen City’s culinary scene is growing thanks to the sister concepts of many seasoned restaurateurs. Ingenuity paired with creativity is at the helm of these thriving expansions popping up across the city. Check out the eateries mingling with shopping concepts and nonprofits based in the NoDa district, or sample flavors from around the world at Optimist Hall. This city has its share of craft breweries–seek out the world-class beer at Olde Mecklenburg, Charlotte’s oldest brewery. Looking for a more upscale setting? Peruse artists’ creations while sipping on a craft cocktail or tucking into a signature dish Artisan’s Palate, a restaurant-gallery hybrid.
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On the Road
Charlotte’s Quirkiest Neighborhood
Surprises await around every corner of Charlotte’s quirkiest neighborhood, NoDa—short for North Davidson, its everyone’s-welcome main street.
At the Table
Alright, Charlotte, Let’s Eat!
Navigating a new city is tough. Charlotte, the Queen City has much to offer. Get a snapshot of Charlotte to find new restaurants, snacks, and places to visit.
On the Road
Charlotte’s Growing Culinary Family
Charlotte’s culinary scene is growing thanks to sister concepts of seasoned restaurateurs. Read about what's new and upcoming in the food sector of Queen City.
Partnered
Charlotte Artisans Meet the Makers from Charlotte, NC
Charlotte is full of artisans and visionaries who are creating moments and moving this city forward in a progressive direction.
On the Road
Charlotte Dining Worth Fall-ing For
It’s fall in Charlotte, and there’s no better way to enjoy the season's flavors of fall than by indulging in delicacies that abound from charcuterie to caramel.
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Ricky Moore’s Coastal-Style Tailgating Recipes
Chef Ricky Moore talks about his ideal coastal-style tailgate with fish fillets, shareable dips, and their anchor, Duke's Mayonnaise.
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Key Ingredient
Catfish Stew over Rice
In a saucepan over medium heat, make a roux by melting butter and adding flour; cook, stirring often, until it’s the color of chocolate.
Recipes
Scallop Spaghetti
This dish shows off some cooking skills while allowing familiar and flavorful mouthfuls of pesto and lemon pasta to please all its tasters.
At the Table
Herbed Rice Stuffed Delicata Squash
Herbed rice stuffed delicata squash from chef Shai Fargian of YAFO Kitchen in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Getaway
Getaway: Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte
The Kessler Collection’s latest addition is an elegant, funky-meets-luxury art haven in the heart of Uptown Charlotte’s financial district.
Partnered
Travel the World at Optimist Hall in Charlotte
Travel the world of food at Optimist Hall in Charlotte. Food cuisines of all kinds from Mexican to Italian to Asian. Try new meals, drinks, and desserts.
Cultivators
The New Age of Hospitality
The workers’ side of a restaurant can be fast-paced, gritty, and high-stress. Covid-19 has accelerated growing calls to change this industry standard.
At the Table
Meet Brigitte Oger, Charlotte’s Abstract Cake Maker
Queen City cakemaker Brigitte Oger creates custom cakes for a wide audience including folks seeking gluten- and dairy-free options.
In the Field
Explore Charlotte’s Craft Beer Scene
Finding the perfect pour in Charlotte to accompany local cuisine is an easy match for the city's craft breweries. Here are the places to start your search...
