I could eat breakfast for every meal of the day. I absolutely LOVE it. By now, you know I love food (probably a little too much), but nothing holds my heart like breakfast. I wish breakfast dates happened more often. As great as a dinner date is, there’s nothing better to me than an early […]
Saturday, June 25th, 6:55 am: Wake up, drag my tired bones to the bathroom- this is not a normal weekend wakeup time for me. Brush my teeth, don’t even bother with makeup (it will just melt off in the NC summer sauna), change into some spiffy running gear and attempt to top it off with the […]
Are you planning a Picnic at the Pops this Friday evening? For the special July 1st “Celebrate America” program featuring favorite patriotic songs and post-concert fireworks, performed every year by the Charlotte Symphony? We are. Here’s what you’ll need: A picnic basket and/or insulated carrier – we’ve got several options for you to choose. Cute […]
Hitting the beach or the road for fun in the summer sun? If your plan is to take a break from everything but wine-ing and dining, that’s my kind of vacay. I try not to break up the flow with too much exercise! But if you know the back-to-reality recovery is not worth the break, […]
Charlotte’s own exercise guru Denise Duffy accomplishes more before the sun comes up than most people accomplish in an entire week. She trains everyone from fitness newbies to experienced athletes in her small classes at SmartCore Fitness (she founded the gym and trains there alongside Steve Justice) and still somehow has time to teach seven classes a […]
A b o d e Home Design Moving sale still in progress, now at 40%-50% off with all items in store discounted 40% off moving to 50% off next week. Still gearing up for the upcoming move to East Blvd next to Vestique and Pour Olive, Abode is open Wednesdays thru Saturdays from 10am to […]
For a 2018 Update on this article, please click here. Summertime = Wine Time! What’s betther than sharing a bottle with good friends? Only paying half price for it! Friendly Suggestion : Bookmark this list on your phone right NOW. You can thank us later. We have the updated scoop on half prices wine nights […]
Temps are rising as we knew they would, and yes, it would be great to rock beach-hair-don’t-care and some tinted sunscreen and call it a day. The reality is summer primping takes a lot more work than other seasons. Pedicures to show off sandals, blo-outs to combat the humidity, highlights to look like we sat […]
It’s Summer and it’s way too hot to be cooking in your own kitchen. Check out our updated-for-summer picks for places where kids eat FREE! Kids Eat Free Sundays: 1900 Mexican Grill (10 & under w/ adult entree) Firehouse Subs (all day) Libretto’s Pizza (10 & Under) Monterrey Restaurante Mexicano (under 12, 1 child per adult) Providence Road […]
If you’re anything like me, these warmer temperatures have had you on the hunt for the perfect pair of denim cut offs. Whether you’re spending your afternoon at one of the many local breweries or headed off to catch a game at the Knight’s stadium, denim shorts are not only super comfortable, but also low key […]
It may be hot as blue blazes outside, but we’ve got some cool finds in the ‘Tyne this week. There’s a trendy boutique gym, a hip new store to buy your bags and bling and even the most adorable place in nearby Pineville where you’re definitely going to want to plan your next girls’ night. Here’s where to sweat, shop […]
What beach is in your vacay plans this summer? Whether you and yours are heading back to the same NC/SC shores that you have for generations, or venturing somewhere tropical and new, beat the heat with any of these adorable outfits from the local stores. Packable fabrics with bold prints, bright colors, pom moms and […]
