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On JJ’s Red Hots, hot dogs, and happiness
A writer pays homage to a city’s beloved hot dog restaurant
Larisa Yanicak takes control
As operations manager for the new Blinders sports bar, she now runs the whole game
Q&A: St. Patty’s Day hangouts, Seaboy
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
March craft beer releases in Charlotte
Spring greets us with traditional and non-traditional options
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Photo recap: Mazi preview dinner
Diners sample dishes from cultures united by a single body of water
Where the Industry Eats: Terrell Johnson of Prime Fish
Wine / sake sommelier knows how to pair casual and fine dining dishes
Unpretentious Cooking: Salt-Roasted Beet Salad
Try this technique for more vibrant beets
Q&A: She-crab soup, cocktail class tickets
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
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Whit Thomas returns to Charlotte
A chance encounter ends new Mazi chef’s four-year absence
Local farmers struggle in aftermath of funding freeze
Small farm owners share stories of uncertainty, paused projects
Unpretentious Preview: Mazi
Join us on Wednesday, March 12 at 6 p.m. to be one of the first diners at Mazi.
Heather Hamilton takes the helm at Lincoln Street, MAS
The mixologist now oversees cocktail programs across ARDR Hospitality
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Chop Chop Red Pot aims to “just make it taste good”
2024 UPPY Food Truck of the Year is working on a new brick-and-mortar space in Matthews
Where to eat for business dinners in Charlotte
However you need to impress colleagues or clients, we’ve got you covered
Dine Deeper: N.C. Gin Cocktail Class with Bob Peters
We’re hosting a series of events for the city’s most dedicated foodies.
Q&A: Pre-theater dinner, king cakes
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
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Sorellina Pasta Co. coming to The Plaza this spring
The shop will sell handmade and fresh pastas, wine, and provisions
A guide to Charlotte-area CSAs for 2025
Sign up early to ensure access to weekly fresh produce and proteins
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The UPPYs
Each year, we honor the best in Charlotte's restaurant industry. See this year's finalists, and join us on Nov. 13 to meet the winners.Restaurant Finder
Stuck on where to go? Search by occasion, cuisine, neighborhood, and price range.Events
The city’s best events for food and booze lovers, all conveniently listed in one place. Browse by date or event type, and keep up to date on Unpretentious Palate’s exclusive events.Concierge
Picky brother coming to town? Seeking the town’s best Old-Fashioned? Ask us anything, and we'll answer your Charlotte culinary questions once a week. We’ll be your city-wide concierge.
