Not that we ever need an excuse to drink a margarita, but if we did, National Margarita Day would be the perfect one. Whether you’re going out or making this delicious drink at home, we’ve got you covered so you can celebrate properly this February 22nd. Pear & Cilantro Margarita at Link & PinMultiple Locations […]
Suhweet. We’ve scouted out 14 of our favorite QC Bakers and Bakeries for a BIG V’DAY GIVEAWAY and to make sure you’ve got the big day covered. (click thru at the link to enter or just scroll down to the bottom of the post). Enter to Win, Shop, and Enjoy. Scoop girls are always on […]
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it offers no shortage of foodie news, must-try openings and events to tempt your palate. Read on for the latest food news you need to know around Charlotte: Openings & Closings The Loft at Duckworth’s, SouthPark – Open now! From restaurateur Rob Duckworth comes the […]
Mardi Gras is kind of early this year, hitting on Tuesday, February 13th, so the time to order your KING CAKE is now. Just fyi, people in New Orleans eat king cake for weeks in advance of actual Mardi Gras day, as it’s actually more a “Mardi Gras Season” down there. Tradition has it that […]
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and believe it or not, Charlotte restaurants are already booking up fast. If you don’t have a reservation already, it’s time to get on it as several popular spots are already filled (at least via Open Table and RESY). At least the big day is on a Wednesday […]
Dining out is a mosaic of flavors, ambiance, and shared moments. As a scoop follower, you probably love to dine out and do it often. A less familiar element is the practice of bringing your own bottle of wine to restaurants. Why would you even do this? How should you approach it if you do? […]
If one of your new year’s resolutions for 2024 is to eat healthier ~ and who’s isn’t ~ you know that a great salad can be one of your best choices. It’s a common misconception that a veggie-packed bowl has to be basic and boring, but that isn’t the case at all for the salads […]
Move over, old-school cafeterias. Charlotte has hopped on the food hall trend with six markets just in our immediate area. Unsure of where to start? Our Scoop guide to Charlotte food halls shares the need-to-know information, from parking to which is best for a family outing, pre-show dinner and drinks, a full day adventure and […]
For us, there’s no better way to kick off a brand new year than with a fresh look ahead at a month of new openings, menus and events shaping the Charlotte culinary scene this January 2024. Read on for the must-know foodie info to kick off the new year. Openings & Closings Schreiber’s on Rye, […]
Whatever your reason for eating gluten-free, it’s no secret that it can be a struggle to find new and exciting dishes and restaurants to accommodate your needs. The good news is that more and more Charlotte restaurants have become inclusive to all dietary restrictions. If you’re looking for your new favorite gluten-free meal in the […]
New year, new you, right? One increasingly popular way to start the New Year is to participate in Dry January — aka, drinking no alcohol for the month of January. Not only will this tradition help you feel energized and rested after the holidays, there are lots health and lifestyle benefits to taking a break […]
Get hungry Charlotte, 2024 is going to be filled with MANY delicious openings. From all new concepts to brick and motor expansions, we’ve rounded up the restaurant openings you need to know about. Oh, and we asked our favorite food influencers what their most anticipated opening is. Scroll down to see what they had to […]
