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Situated a few miles outside of center city, ethnically diverse, hip, gritty, urban cool and a little bit of “I don’t care” attitude is Plaza Midwood. The Home of The Diamond, The Penguin, Fuel Pizza,  Thirsty Beaver and The Loose Lug Nuts. I’ve lived here 17 years through the metamorphosis from forgotten to noticed. The twists and […]

Most of us know how to pack for a camping trip.  And if we don’t, there’s always Dick’s. But Glamping is taking it to an entirely different level. (Here’s our feature from last week on Where To Go Glamping Near Charlotte).  Think of it more like luxe picnicking or elegant tailgating and you get the […]

The minute I read in the Observer that Lindsay Gladden, also known as “the girl” from the Ace & TJ Morning radio show, would be hosting this Sunday’s  LIGHTS! CAMERA! FASHION! runway fashion show by Belk for the Junior League Charlotte I did a happy little jig. Lindsay joined the Ace & TJ Show (96.1) […]

After a bad camping experience this summer, I vowed that from now on, I would only use my precious vacation days for a getaway that included a bed, a shower, and air conditioning. Luckily, glamping (glamorous camping) is a way to enjoy the beauty of nature without actually having to pitch a tent or start […]

Not just for the kids, people, corn mazes are fun for all and all for fun.  Here are several near Charlotte open throughout October – we cribbed this list from our good friends at South Charlotte Macaroni Kid, where you can find a whole lotta fall family fun goin on.  Click below on the links […]

For an updated version of this post, check out: Where to pick your own apples and pumpkins this fall near Charlotte NC Fall is finally arriving.   We can soon enjoy the breezy weather, color-changing leaves, pumpkin spice lattes and warm sweaters.   One of the best ways to escape the city and celebrate autumn is […]

It’s tailgating at the next level. A picnic “Downton Abbey” style. Lady’s in hats, gentlemen in seer sucker bow ties , elaborate table settings and upscale dining. The Queens Cup Steeplechase is a signal to most Charlotteans that Spring has arrived.  On Saturday April 27th the tailgaters converge upon Brooklandwood Racecourse for a day of […]

Believe it or not, Savannah’s not all ghost tours and girl scouts. The quaint Georgian town is as charming and beautiful as it is vibrant. With yesteryear appeal and a cultural pulse, it’s a must-visit destination for any Charlottean looking for a quick getaway. The drive is under four hours- and well worth it- for the beauty awaiting down South. […]

The Queen City’s sweetheart, Emily Maynard, recently launched her own fashion & beauty blog, simply and aptly named www.emilymaynard.com.  According to her “about” page, Emily decided to create this blog so she could have a place to write down and share answers to all of the things people ask her – like where she gets […]

By Beverly Perkins I am so not interested in throwing an Academy Awards party with cheese ball decorations from the local party store.   This awards ceremony is the most glamorous of them all. So why not have a party that is elegant and tasteful?   Send out an elegant e-vite and let the festivities begin. […]

Belk is looking to partner with Southern designers again this year in their Showcase competition.  Winning designs will be featured in Spring 2014 advertising campaigns and sold at Belk and Belk.com. This was a wonderful event for many aspiring and established southern designers in the inaugural competition in 2012.  You can see the video and […]