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February 5, 2026

Q&A: Fine dining chicken, 2026 Neighborhood Cookoff

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


February 4, 2026

Unpretentious Cooking: Pickle Brine Fried Chicken

Make crispy, tender chicken at home


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February 3, 2026

Charlotte chefs to host James Beard dinner in New York

Culinary and mixology talents will pop up at Platform this week


February 2, 2026

Where to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Charlotte 

Our ongoing list of special menus and offerings


January 30, 2026

Goodbye Reigning Doughnuts, hello Olivelli Deli

Owner cites shifting trends for the change in concepts


January 29, 2026

Q&A: Queen’s Feast winter woes, next UP events

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


January 29, 2026

Charlotte’s Top Chef contestant revealed

Stagioni’s executive chef represented the Queen City as the competition filmed in Charlotte


January 29, 2026

Photo recap: The Story of Mi Cariño preview dinner

Sold out event treated guests to an exclusive took at South End’s newest restaurant


January 27, 2026

Customshop

Local ingredients and classic technique combine on this menu


January 26, 2026

Mad Dash moving to a new Uptown location

The beloved fried chicken sandwich spot is growing