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The inside story on The Story of Mi Cariño
Meet the team behind South End’s new gastro-cantina/mezcalería
Q&A: birthday steaks, South End bars
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Unpretentious Preview: The Story of Mi Cariño
Join us Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m.
Mixing balance with the unhinged, Jenna “Duckie” Reynolds finds her element
El Malo / Hermanita beverage director is quietly building one of Charlotte’s most adventurous cocktail programs
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European lagers mingle with hoppy and dessert-inspired brews to start 2026
Lagers and IPAs dominate the new year’s craft releases
Q&A: 7th Street vacancies, Dry January
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
A Day in the Life: Cat Carter of L’Ostrica
The many hats she wears as the co-owner of L’Ostrica
Orrman’s is moving to Myers Park
Longtime Uptown cheese shop is relocating after 13 years
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Oscar Johnson looks to grow Biscuit Jam
The James Beard Award semifinalist is banking on breakfast
Hello Uncle finds home at Burial Beer Co.
Chef Michael Le to open Uncle’s at Burial Beer Co. in Plaza Midwood
Where to enjoy New Year’s Eve dinner in Charlotte
Our ongoing guide to holiday menus at Charlotte restaurants
Don’t panic! Last-second Christmas shopping ideas
You can still pickup great gifts that offer a taste of Charlotte
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Q&A: Dirty Martinis and Christmas Chocolates
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Charlotte wine experts pick their holiday favorites
Five area purveyors give you their red, white, and sparkling selections
Unpretentious Cooking: Pretzel Turtle Tart
Dessert inspired by a favorite holiday treat
Unpretentious Holiday Gift Guide 2025: For the home bartender
From booze to books to bitters, these local gifts make happy hour happier
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Q&A: Livermush, Charlotte food festivals
Each week, we answer reader questions about food and drink in Charlotte
Albertine
UP’s 2025 Restaurant of the Year stands out on all factors
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The UPPYs
Each year, we honor the best in Charlotte's restaurant industry. See this year's finalists, and join us on Nov. 13 to meet the winners.Restaurant Finder
Stuck on where to go? Search by occasion, cuisine, neighborhood, and price range.Events
The city’s best events for food and booze lovers, all conveniently listed in one place. Browse by date or event type, and keep up to date on Unpretentious Palate’s exclusive events.Concierge
Picky brother coming to town? Seeking the town’s best Old-Fashioned? Ask us anything, and we'll answer your Charlotte culinary questions once a week. We’ll be your city-wide concierge.
