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Are You Ready? The 100+ Best Patios in Charlotte. Our Spring 2020 Edition.

Mar 9, 2020 | Allison

We’ve got a serious case of spring fever, so we’re releasing our round-up of best patios in Charlotte at the first sign of warmer temperatures to give you time to try them all. Here’s where you should be sipping and dining al fresco all spring and summer long, organized by neighborhood to make planning easy. […]



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It’s Here.
Our Charlotte Half Price Wine Nights Spring 2020 Update.
Cheers Dears.

Mar 5, 2020 | Allison

You’re going to want to bookmark this one. And share it. Plan spring’s best get=togethers for any day of the week at the following Charlotte area restaurants, eateries and bars offering wine specials and half price wine nights. Sorted by day of week, for easy planning 🙂 We’ve done our best to scope out the […]


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March Charlotte Restaurants News
6 Openings, 4 Closings, Lots of Food & Wine Events.

Mar 1, 2020 | Allison

When was the last time you ventured outside of your culinary bubble? We’ve got your round-up of the must-know openings and closings, foodie events and menu updates to tempt your palate this month. OPENINGS & CLOSINGS Charlotte Charlotte Beer Garden – Open now In addition to offering the world’s largest selection of draft beers in […]


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You’re Invited! Corkbuzz Events Showcase with Sips & Tastings

Feb 29, 2020 | scoop team

Do you have an event coming up that you’re looking for the perfect spot to host in SouthPark? Wedding? Bridal Shower? Birthday or Anniversary Party? Work or Client Dinner? Are you a Charlotte Event Planner? If so, we’d like to invite you to an exclusive viewing of Corkbuzz’s Event Spaces on March 7th from 12pm to […]


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Pancakes, Waffles, & More. Our Favorite Breakfasts In CLT

Feb 28, 2020 | Allison

Did you miss out on indulging on National Pancake Day? Not to worry. We support celebrating breakfast all year long. Read on for the best places to get pancakes, waffles and more in Charlotte: AROUND CHARLOTTE Napa on Providence Breakfast hours: Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 am-3 pm. What to expect: Napa’s all-time favorite brunch […]


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Charlotte Restaurant Openings, Closings, Foodie Events & News for the Rest of February.

Feb 19, 2020 | Allison

February may be winding down, but there’s still time to explore all that the Charlotte food scene has to offer this month. From openings to culinary events and menu updates, here’s the news you need to know for the rest of February: OPENINGS & CLOSINGS Easy Like Sunday – Now open This new eatery offers […]


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Make At Home Blood Orange Margarita

Feb 15, 2020 | Susu

Guest post & recipe by Tamu Curtis, of LiberateYourPalate.com February 22 is National Margarita Day, a day I celebrate in its full expression every year. I’m often asked in my cocktail classes what is my favorite drink, and I never really want to answer that question for a couple of reasons, one being that I’m […]


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Saturday 2/22 is National Margarita Day. Here are 31 Spots to Get Yours in Charlotte and Lake Norman

Feb 15, 2020 | Allison

Yes, it’s a really holiday. And yes, you should celebrate. Here’s where to find some of the best margaritas and tequila-based cocktails around Charlotte and Lake Norman just in time for National Margarita Day. IN CHARLOTTE FahrenheitUptown For National Margarita Day, Fahrenheit will offer a Blood Red Margarita with Sauza Blue Tequila, Solerno Blood Orange […]


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Try a ‘Lychitini’ for a Hot New Cocktail to Serve This Weekend

Feb 10, 2020 | Susu

Whether your love is sweet or spicy this sexy Asian influenced cocktail brought to you by Tamu Curtis of Liberate Your Palate is a sure way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Lychitini 2 oz Burnett’s Vanilla Vodka 1 oz Lychee Simple Syrup (recipe below) 1 oz Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice 1 Dried Chili Pepper  Directions: Break chili […]


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Where to Go for Valentine’s Day 2020 in Charlotte.

Feb 4, 2020 | Allison

Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two, searching for treats to pick up on the way home or are looking for a unique date night to celebrate, start your planning here. Our picks for Valentine’s Day 2020: DINNER FOR TWO Cicchetti Romantics can spend an evening in Venice without leaving the Queen City! Normally […]


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Speaking of Wine, We Love the Wine Clubs at Cicchetti

Jan 31, 2020 | Susu

We were pretty excited when Cicchetti (pronouced chee KET tee) the Venetian style wine & cocktail bar opened Uptown, brought to us by the same folks who own Aria (and long loved & lost Sonoma Restaurant). The vibe is both cozy and sleekly upbeat, the tapas are varied and very tasty, and the wine list […]


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