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    March 11, 2026

    At Habibi Lebanon, chef Nazira Atme serves Lebanese tradition with heart

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    March 9, 2026

    In Charlotte, a growing pop-up scene highlights new faces

    Chef collabs, pop-ups, and residencies are giving new opportunities to burgeoning businesses


    March 9, 2026

    Leaving delicious memories

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    March 6, 2026

    Tom Colicchio on how diners can support a city’s food growth

    The Top Chef judge also shares why his Charlotte restaurant never happened and whether he’d get into the culinary industry today


    March 5, 2026

    Q&A: Party dumplings, Taj House

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


    March 5, 2026

    Metzger’s is bringing Ashkenazi Jewish baking to Charlotte, one rugelach at a time

    Uncle-niece duo fill a hole in the city’s baking scene


    March 4, 2026

    Charlotte Wine + Food unveils its 2026 season fundraisers

    38th annual event has raised just under $8million


    March 3, 2026

    After 13 years, Baku to close April 1

    High-end SouthPark Asian restaurant to be replaced with a high-rise


    March 2, 2026

    Unpretentious Cooking: Harissa-Spiced Sweet Potatoes with Whipped Tahini Sauce

    Warm spices and cool yogurt amp up the flavor of North Carolina’s beloved crop


    February 27, 2026

    Charlotte StrEATs weekend: new location, expanded focus

    Annual local food and beverage celebration moves to First Ward Park


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