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    April 23, 2025

    Cajun Queen’s quiet legacy

    As the Elizabeth restaurant turns 40, managing partner Tim Freer reflects on the restaurant’s tenure, changes to the neighborhood around it, and his career in hospitality


    April 22, 2025

    Chefs share their tips for kitchen sustainability

    Five ways you can go green in the kitchen with ease


    April 18, 2025

    Day in the Life: Arjun Verma of Chutney Cat

    How a food truck chef is bringing his love for Indian barbecue to Charlotte


    April 16, 2025

    Love Your Local to celebrate Charlotte’s food system

    Earth Day kickoff launches a series of informative and entertaining events


    April 15, 2025

    Unpretentious Picks: Fine dining patios

    Our editors’ picks for the best local outdoor fine dining experiences


    April 14, 2025

    Chef Garcia Brown wins 2025 StrEATs Neighborhood Cook-off

    SouthBound chef brings victory to South End


    April 11, 2025

    Charlotte craft beer releases for April 2025

    Lighter local releases reflect the warming temperatures


    April 10, 2025

    Get kids cooking with these area culinary summer camps and classes

    These popular activities fill up quickly


    April 9, 2025

    Sora readies for May opening

    Baku chef to run Birdie Yang’s new tasting menu concept


    April 8, 2025

    Charlotte chefs reunite for Fork Cancer

    Ten chefs keep coming back for this annual fundraiser.


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