Food and Travel

No question this summer is a scorcher, but we’re not letting that ruin our dining al fresco. We searched Charlotte and beyond for weather-proof outdoor dining destinations. Stay cool this summer at these covered patios, organized by neighborhood: SouthPark 800° Woodfired Kitchen6815 Phillips Pl Ct Cordial1824 Roxborough Rd. Toscana6401 Carnegie Blvd #6-B Village TavernCorner of […]

When temps reach 90 or above, we don’t need just a cold drink, we need a frozen one. From boozy cocktails to spiked milkshakes, we lined up the best spots for you to cool off and chill out in Charlotte and beyond. Cheers! Uptown and Plaza Midwood Fahrenheit 222 S Caldwell St. 21st Floor What […]

It’s not that we don’t love a nice big chardonnay, but if ever there were a season that calls for trying something light and bright, new and different, it’s SUMMERTIME. Step outside your wine bubble with us and try one, two or all of these reco’s from some of the QC’s best local wine sources. […]

When you need to know where to go out to eat, you ask the folks who eat out for a living, right? We reached out to some of Charlotte’s local foodies and food photographers for their recommendations on someplace new to have lunch this summer. You’ll see a few repeats, which we take to mean […]

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. It’s going to be a toasty summer, and what better way to cool down than with an icy treat? We’ve rounded up the best ice cream spots in Charlotte (and beyond!) for all the deliciousness you can handle, sorted by neighborhood for your convenience. Uptown […]

It’s summertime in the Queen City, and we’ve got the scoop on the latest foodie news to welcome the season. From openings to new menus and events to temp your appetite, here’s your must-know culinary news for June. Openings & Closings Mad Dash in the Market at 7th Street Now Open MAD DASH HAS A […]

We know you love a nice rosé in the summer, as do we, so we reached out to some local experts on the topic to see what they’re pouring right now. From Mark at Petit Philippe on Selwyn Ave Our customers are really enjoying this Scribe Rosé from Andrew and Adam Mariani, two brothers who […]

A Scoop girl’s favorite non-official holiday is near — National Donut Day. To celebrate, we’ve rounded up our favorite Charlotte bakeries for you to pick up one, two, or a dozen donuts on this sweet Friday. We promise NONE of these will disappoint. Charlotte OMG Donuts & Coffee6209 Old Post Rd #107 OMG Donuts is […]

Temps are heating up quickly, which means we’re on the hunt for spots to sip (and dine) outside with a view. Here’s our updated 2022 list for where to grab a rooftop cocktail or drink in Charlotte: Mizu3100 Apex Dr 9th Floor Perfect for: Satisfying all your seafood cravings while overlooking the beauty of SouthPark. […]

The weather in Charlotte almost all spring and early summer calls for a picnic outside. Whether you go by yourself, with your dog, with your family, or with a group of your closest friends, head to one of these local parks and spots for a summer picnic. We’ve organized our favorites by occasion for your […]

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It’s a great time to be a foodie in the Queen City. May brings a number of brand new openings all around town, new menu options to tempt your taste buds and plenty of foodie events to indulge in. Read on for the must-know culinary news this month. OPENINGS/CLOSINGS Early Girl Eatery – Opening May […]