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    Latest Updates

    November 6, 2025

    Where to make reservations or order meals this Thanksgiving 

    Here are the restaurants serving up holiday fare


    November 6, 2025

    Prosecco bar Bev opening soon in Plaza Midwood

    The owner of Moxie Mercantile will open a Proseccheria out of an airstream next to the store 


    November 3, 2025

    Counter- earns Michelin star

    11 restaurants earn Michelin recommendations in the debut Southeast guide


    October 30, 2025

    Q&A: Protagonist space, hidden gem brunch

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


    October 30, 2025

    Where to order your Thanksgiving turkeys this year

    Many Carolina farmers are no longer raising turkeys due to high costs and low yields


    October 29, 2025

    Farmers markets work to counter loss of SNAP funding

    Mecklenburg County partners with Char-Meck Food Policy Council to continue local food access for EBT recipients


    October 28, 2025

    Halloween events to treat yourself to

    Murder mystery dinners and theme parties are taking place this weekend


    October 24, 2025

    Unpretentious Cooking: No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip

    This kid-friendly recipe is an easy holiday dish


    October 23, 2025

    Q&A: Online reservations, oyster season

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


    October 23, 2025

    Puerta debuts lunch, late-night menus

    New chef, GM are overseeing shifts at the Elizabeth restaurant