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Charlotte Restaurants Opening, Closing, News & Events for December. #scoopEATS

Nov 30, 2019 | Allison

Before we get into the holidays full-swing, make time to try the latest and greatest in Charlotte’s culinary scene. Read on for the food news to know this month: NEW & NOTEWORTHY Ava – Open now New to Optimist Hall, Ava offers handmade pasta and Neapolitan pizza cooked at 900 degrees in an authentic Italian-made pizza oven.  […]


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Restaurant Openings, Closings, $4 Sushi & More Charlotte Food News This Week

Nov 17, 2019 | Allison

Thanksgiving may get all the attention this time of year (if you haven’t made plans yet, here’s your resource) but we know there’s still plenty of culinary news to cover around the Queen City. From openings to new menu offerings, here’s the food news you need to know for the rest of November 2019. NEW […]


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Our 2019 Annual Cookbook Picks

Nov 15, 2019 | Ashley Kaufman

These 2019 cookbooks serve up plenty of inspiration to host a big group or an intimate dinner this season. Check out our list of tasty titles from an update to a kitchen staple to new recipes from celebrity chefs. Stop by Park Road Books to stock up or shop via the Amazon links below (book […]


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Liberate Your Holidays with These Easy Cocktail & Punch Recipes

Nov 12, 2019 | scoop team

This article is part of our 2019 Holiday Entertaining Series sponsored by Roots Catering Tamu Curtis started her company, Liberate Your Palate, to host hands-on cocktail classes for the at-home enthusiast that are designed to “take the mystery out of mixology.” In her chic, social, and interactive classes guests learn about the history of alcohol […]


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How to Have Thanksgiving in Charlotte if You Don’t Want to Cook.

Nov 11, 2019 | Allison

Love Thanksgiving but hate the hassle? We’ve researched the best places to eat out or take out this holiday, from lavish buffets to tasty desserts waiting to grace your table.  If you do want to cook at home, you can’t miss taking advice from Jess Bentley of @sliceofjess. Here’s her 101 on cooking your Thanksgiving […]


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Charlotte Restaurants Where You Can Host Your Holiday Event

Nov 11, 2019 | Allison

This article is part of our 2019 Holiday Entertaining Series sponsored by Roots Catering We’re heading into the holiday season, and it’s time to celebrate. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner out or a festive soirée, our list of holiday event spaces in Charlotte restaurants will get your planning off to a great start. Read […]


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Southern Comfort in the Heart of SouthPark at Dogwood

Nov 11, 2019 | scoop team

In a competitive and ever-growing restaurant environment like Charlotte, five years is almost a lifetime. Dogwood Southern Table & Bar just celebrated their fifth anniversary, and since day one, they’ve paid homage the Carolinas by using locally-sourced ingredients. “My inspiration for the menu comes from working with people that I have built relationships beyond the […]


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Charlotte Wine Experts & Sommeliers Tips on Wines to Serve for Thanksgiving and the Holidays

Nov 10, 2019 | Allison

This article is part of our 2019 Holiday Entertaining Series sponsored by Roots Catering ‘Tis the season for a celebratory glass of vino. From Thanksgiving tables to holiday soirées, you’ll need to know which wines to serve or bring to every occasion. We asked Charlotte’s sommeliers for some guidance. Read on for the best wine […]


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Chef Alyssa’s Family Table Meals To Go are the Answer to Your Busy Life

Nov 7, 2019 | scoop team

Y’all have surely heard of Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen, the South End business started by a young chef (Alyssa) as a place for locals to learn to cook, and which has grown into a fantastic event venue, brunch spot, kids’ camp, take out lunch, take home dinner, catering, foodie mecca. As they like to say at […]


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Charlotte Restaurant News for November – Openings, Closings, Coming Soon & More

Nov 1, 2019 | Allison

Between anticipated openings, new menu flavors and foodie events, Charlotte’s culinary scene shows no signs of slowing down. Read on for the latest news you need to know going into November. NEW, CLOSED & COMING SOON Foxcroft Wine Co. Waverly – Now Open Foxcroft Wine Co. soft opened their third Charlotte-area location in south Charlotte’s […]


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Where to Have Lunch in South South Charlotte

Oct 29, 2019 | Allison

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a lunch rut, defaulting to the same places to meet girlfriends or co-workers over and over? We think that lunch should be an occasion worth looking forward to, which is why we’re on the hunt for the best lunch spots in Charlotte. This time, we’re on the south side […]


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Best Places for Late Night Dining or Nightcap in Charlotte

Oct 28, 2019 | Allison

For all those times hunger strikes well after dinner time, or when you’re not quite ready to call it a night just yet: We’re here for you. Take note of these 17 hotspots perfect for late night dining or a boozy nightcap. Dilworth Tasting Room Dilworth Tasting Room offers plenty of options well into the […]


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