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July 24, 2026

Carnal is putting refined twists to traditional Mexican cuisine

How a restaurant romance became one of the city’s hottest pop-up concepts


July 23, 2026

Q&A: Is Queen’s Feast still worth it, National Tequila Day

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


July 21, 2026

The rise of Charlotte listening bars

Vinyl culture and quieter nightlife are fueling Charlotte’s growing sound bar scene


July 20, 2026

Unpretentious Cooking: Peach & Prosciutto Flatbread with Whipped Goat Cheese

Enjoy this summertime spin on a staple


July 16, 2026

Proposed N.C. hemp law adds focus to the state’s CBD industry

New law adds age minimums and THC caps to all hemp-derived consumables


July 16, 2026

Q&A: Cocktail meetups, World Cup final

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


July 14, 2026

Lorem Ipsum ends Refuge hotel residency

2½-year “pop-up” closes a month early, owner announces new concepts


July 6, 2026

Nordic pop-up Vivienne gets permanent home at Free Range Brewing

Tradtional Danish dishes are coming to NoDa


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Welcome to Chicken Tenderland

Is the nostalgic dish becoming what Charlotte is known for?


July 1, 2026

Uncle’s closes at Burial Beer Co.

Chef Michael Le shares details about the closure and what’s next


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