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    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


    October 6, 2025

    NoDa’s newest patio opens at neighborhood favorite Local Loaf

    Chef Adam Spears brings a new gathering space to the neighborhood he calls home


    October 3, 2025

    Where to get party and family-sized takeout meals for football season

    Grab pizza and wings, cheesesteaks, and more for game day


    October 2, 2025

    Q&A: Learning wine, anything but pumpkin spice

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


    October 2, 2025

    Baking for a Cure: Cookies, Cocktails & Canapés

    23 chefs pitch in to battle childhood cancer October 22