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The South Park rebirth of a Dilworth favorite offers a new vibe with some cherished carryovers
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Small City Farm opens farm stand
2021 UPPY Farmer of the Year expands direct-to-public options
Mico Restaurant
An Argentinian-influenced steakhouse that could use more inspiration
Mixologist Justin Hazelton planning new cocktail bar
Here’s what’s in the works following his departure from Leah & Louise
Cheese Wisdom: An earthy German Alps cheese
This beauty has an edible floral and herb rind
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Seeking passion, Crav’n Caribbean was born
The ghost kitchen’s owner moved on from cars to the culinary scene — and found his true place
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Where Chefs Eat: Mike Chanthavong
Chanthavong’s palate takes him across the city — and across global cuisines
Cheese Wisdom: A firm mixed milk cheese from Vermont
Nutty cheese for eating or grating
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Chef Kyle Gaddas moves to Mano Bella
Former Menagerie Group executive chef will help create Italian specialties and develop pop-up events
Q&A: Cooking experiences, restaurants on Mondays, fried chicken
Each week, we answer reader questions
Photos from our second annual UPPY Awards
See the night of celebration at Byron’s South End
Dukes Bread now offering preorders to consumers
The wholesale bakery will host weekly pickups at Free Range Brewing
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Unpretentious Palate’s People of the Year 2022
Congratulations to our winners and finalists
Our Thanksgiving wine picks for every budget
We scoured local wine shops to help you pair your feast
USDA awards grant to build NC farmers market network
The network will allow farmers markets across the state to share strategies, knowledge, and best practices
Where Chefs Eat: Fin & Fino’s Jonny Cox
“Meet the Chef” host has a definite taste for Asian and Indian cuisine
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UPstanding Person of the Year: Manuel “Manolo” Betancur
When war threatened a bakery in Ukraine, the longtime baker and community leader rose to the challenge
Q&A: Vegetarian Thanksgiving sides, cocktail kits
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
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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
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.
