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    October 17, 2025

    Napa on Providence goes back to its roots

    The longtime Myers Park spot is refocusing on small plates paired with wine


    October 16, 2025

    Q&A: Cocktail bar patios, Michelin invites

    Each week, we answer reader questions


    October 16, 2025

    The 20-year wild ride of Mac’s Speed Shop

    A pig pickin’ this Sunday commemorates two decades of growth and smoke-fueled camaraderie


    October 14, 2025

    Free Range Brewing to launch food service

    Guests can order locally-sourced American fare starting this weekend


    October 13, 2025

    Unpretentious Palate’s People of the Year 2025 Finalists

    Meet the people making a difference in Charlotte’s food scene this year


    October 10, 2025

    Chef Tom Colicchio on why cities like Charlotte are drawing culinary talent

    And why we don’t need a “signature dish”


    October 9, 2025

    Q&A: Crab cakes and warm sake

    Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte


    October 9, 2025

    Hops and adjuncts showcase October craft beer releases 

    Plus a collaboration to honor Wooden Robot’s Dan Wade


    October 8, 2025

    Rosemont

    The evolution of this Elizabeth wine bar lands Charlotte a reliable restaurant destination


    October 7, 2025

    How De La Vega Tortillas grew from one farmers’ market to 50,000 tortillas per week 

    The preservative- and additive-free tortillas have built a loyal following