My best friend’s mother died recently, and our mutual friends have been asking me what things they should and shouldn’t do to help her and her family through this difficult time. When someone outside of our own family dies, we all want to do the right thing, but as I recently realized, many people still […]
A quick walk through South End and you might get the impression that Charlotte is going to the dogs. And you might be right. But after last week’s visit from the infamous Grumpy Cat it turns out there are a few Queen City kitties looking for their insta moment too. If you really want to […]
Wendy Hickey is the founder and executive director of ArtPop Street Gallery, although to many in the art community, she is referred to as the Fairy Art Mother. ArtPop is a 501c3 dedicated to promoting the work of local artists through available media space, such as billboards and news stands. ArtPop (Art + Public Outdoor […]
We write about this topic pretty much every year. For example, here are some prior year posts we’ve run on the topic: 15 Things to be sure to take to college. Or buy when you get there (2013) The Dorm Room Must Haves for Heading Off to College (2015) This time, however, it hits particularly […]
Laura Maniec is more than just an oenophile… she’s a master. Maniec earned her Master Sommelier designation, the highest accreditation given to wine professionals, in 2009 after nearly eight years of intensive study. She is currently just one of 20 women to have the designation. After consulting and working with restaurants across the country, Maniec […]
As I write this post, I am in Toronto, Canada with my family of four staying in my Parents-in-Law’s two bedroom condo for a week. While it’s wonderful to spend time with them, we are already tripping over each other in the kitchen, my clothes are mixed up with my kids’ clothes, I can’t find […]
Ramya Mahalingam is a UX architect with Cardinal Solutions and co-founder and creative director of Charlotte Storytellers. Mahalingam, who earned her Mechanical Engineering degree from Brown University, has days that consist of both the technical and the creative endeavors. From working with clients, to organizing quarterly shows and even recording a weekly podcast, Mahalingam’s days are […]
We have broken down a few different ways for you to celebrate the big 4-0 in the Queen City. Charlotte’s certainly got a lot of great options, from elegant spaces to casual places and plenty in between. You’re So Fancy How would you like to celebrate your 40th birthday? Do you like the finer things […]
Beach read season has arrived, giving us the perfect excuse to dive into juicy romances and chilling mysteries. Whether you’re spending time on the coast or laying out at your favorite pool in town, the latest books will keep you enthralled while soaking up the sun. Our picks include a new legal thriller by a […]
40 is the new 20, a sentence I now feel like I hear weekly. Is it true, or is it just because I am getting closer to that “new 20”? I do believe that by age 40, women have more confidence and have gotten to the point in their lives that they don’t care what […]
Lawdy Lawdy now you’re Forty. It’s a big milestone and definitely one worth celebrating. And we are right there with you. This is a great decade for women ~ you’ve definitely still got it going on, but you’ve aged out of most of the insecurities, questioning and restless searching of your youth. Your energy, sex-life and […]
by Erin Maddrey Éclairs, tarts and salted caramel brownies… these are some of the things Charlotteans love most about Amélie’s French Bakery & Café. Scoop went behind the curtain to find out who is responsible for the sugary goodness we crave. Mary Jayne Wilson is the executive chef and director of operations at Amélie’s French […]
