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Experience Charlotte’s buzzing culinary scene in a deeper way with Savor Charlotte

by Brianna Crane | February 24, 2026

Savor Charlotte is back March 11-28, giving foodies exclusive opportunities to interact directly with Charlotte’s leading culinary tastemakers.

What it is: Savor Charlotte is an annual one-of-a-kind deep dive into the Queen City’s buzzy food scene.

  • It’s an especially exciting year for Charlotte food, recognized by the new MICHELIN Guide American South and the premiere of season 23 of Bravo’s “Top Chef.”
  • Expect immersive experiences with culinary experts, themed dinners, specially curated menu items, discounted offerings and more.

Savor Charlotte is not your typical week-long restaurant event. This three-week experience centers our culinary community, allowing them to tell their story their way.

Of note: Most experiences have limited seating, so purchase tickets or make reservations ahead of time at savorcharlotte.com.

Here’s a curated look at some of Savor Charlotte’s 2026 exclusive events, special menus and offers:

  • March 12 & 19: Taste of the Mint, celebrating the intersection of fine dining and fine art at The Mint Museum Uptown and Mariposa
  • March 15: The Art of Pickling with Chef Lex at Haberdish
  • March 20: Food Science on the Rocks at Discovery Place Science
  • March 21: A collaboration brunch between Bojangles and Merchant & Trade
  • March 21: Beer dinner with Edwin’s Organix at Pilot Brewing
  • March 25: Artisan’s Palate’s Women of Whiskey event with Great Wagon Road Distilling
  • March 26: Chef-Crafted Backyard Cookout with chef Chris Coleman and four guest chefs at The Goodyear House
  • March 28: Brisket + Biscuits: The BBQ Brunch, featuring exclusive dishes from participating pitmasters and chefs, at Town Brewing
  • Ongoing: Sashimi and sake pairing menu at O-Ku
  • Ongoing: Complimentary ricotta during brunch at Ever Andalo

Browse a full list of limited-time events, menus and offers and start planning your Savor Charlotte experience.

The guide for Charlotte tastemakers