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KiKi will reopen with a new focus
The Plaza Midwood restaurant’s menu will feature more Greek fare
Unpretentious Cooking: No-Churn Pumpkin Ice Cream
Save leftover pumpkin puree to make a frozen dessert
Where Chefs Eat: Jeff Tonidandel of Haberdish
This restaurateur knows the city’s trendiest spots
Q&A: Supperland update, planning for Thanksgiving
Each week, we answer your questions about food and drink in Charlotte
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Industry parents share how they manage virtual learning
The inability to work from home calls for creativity
Unpretentious Cooking: Grape-Nut Pudding
This popular New England dessert makes use of an unpopular cereal
Lebowski’s
Dependable for its great wings and other Buffalo staples
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20-Buck Bottle: The best Italian white I’ve had this year
This Falanghina has won awards for the past 4 years
Unpretentious Cooking: Cranberry Chicken
Make this five-ingredient recipe for the family this week
Six months into the pandemic, restaurant owners see little relief
“They are all in trouble,” NCRLA’s president says
Unpretentious Cooking: Mushroom Barley Soup
This stew-like soup is ideal for cool, stormy days
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Q&A: Where’s Charlotte’s growth?
Each week, we answer your questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Fish camps are Charlotte’s culinary history
From Lineberger’s to Hello, Sailor, heaps of fried fish are part of our identity
CRVA is giving away $250 restaurant gift cards
Share the occasion you had to cancel because of Covid-19
Unpretentious Cooking: Bourbon Caramel Popcorn
Not too sweet, this fall treat pairs well with a bourbon cocktail
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City of Charlotte announces grants for restaurants
Food Service Recovery Grant Program will distribute funds to restaurants, bars, food trucks, and caterers
La Shish Kabob
A homey restaurant that serves textbook falafel
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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
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