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    March 16, 2026

    Top Chef’s Kristen Kish on confidence vs. ego and who you want in your kitchen

    The chef and Bravo host was in town recently to premiere the show’s 23rd season


    March 12, 2026

    Mano Bella buys Capishe

    New pizza concept for the Patrizis is “something I swore I would never do”


    March 11, 2026

    At Habibi Lebanon, chef Nazira Atme serves Lebanese tradition with heart

    Restaurant X in Davidson’s new life was inspired by customer support


    March 9, 2026

    In Charlotte, a growing pop-up scene highlights new faces

    Chef collabs, pop-ups, and residencies are giving new opportunities to burgeoning businesses


    March 6, 2026

    Tom Colicchio on how diners can support a city’s food growth

    The Top Chef judge also shares why his Charlotte restaurant never happened and whether he’d get into the culinary industry today


    March 5, 2026

    Metzger’s is bringing Ashkenazi Jewish baking to Charlotte, one rugelach at a time

    Uncle-niece duo fill a hole in the city’s baking scene


    March 4, 2026

    Charlotte Wine + Food unveils its 2026 season fundraisers

    38th annual event has raised just under $8million


    March 3, 2026

    After 13 years, Baku to close April 1

    High-end SouthPark Asian restaurant to be replaced with a high-rise


    March 2, 2026

    Unpretentious Cooking: Harissa-Spiced Sweet Potatoes with Whipped Tahini Sauce

    Warm spices and cool yogurt amp up the flavor of North Carolina’s beloved crop


    February 27, 2026

    Charlotte StrEATs weekend: new location, expanded focus

    Annual local food and beverage celebration moves to First Ward Park


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