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August 28, 2026

Lady Funari: A progress report

B-Side Hospitality’s upcoming pasta bar anticipates a fall opening


August 27, 2026

Q&A: Crab cakes, who gets reimbursed for an unsatisfactory meal

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


August 26, 2026

This year’s Cookies, Cocktails & Canapés unites Top Chefs and local chefs

Chef Brittany Cochran calls on her TV contestant buddies and nearby friends to pitch in


August 25, 2026

Behind the seasonal menu: Customshop’s menu is never really finished

How chef/owner Andres Kaifer keeps dishes evolving


August 24, 2026

Unpretentious Cooking: Peachziki sauce with grilled vegetables and halloumi cheese

Enjoy this Southern addition to a traditional sauce


August 20, 2026

Q&A: The next café beverage, Labor Day schedules

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


August 20, 2026

Charlotte chefs contend for Chef of the Year title

A winner will be announced Sept. 2


August 19, 2026

New weekly dinner series to highlight the food of Appalachia and “Mamaw Shirley”

Chef Tucker Bell’s Victuals Supper Club brings a more downhome tasting menu concept to Gastonia


August 18, 2026

When dinner becomes the show

How Blumenthal Arts is redefining the guest experience


August 17, 2026

Lam’s Kitchen

Dizzying array of Chinese dishes make this Matthews restaurant great for groups


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