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What to Wear for New Year’s Eve

Dec 18, 2015 | scoop team

New Years Eve is coming up, and you know what that means… It’s time to find the best outfit to close 2015 and start 2016 looking your best . Whether you’re going out with the one you love or sitting at home with some family and friends, NYE is a great excuse to bring out the sequins […]


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Bring In The New Year With A FREE Ride From Hendrick Porsche ~ Enter To Win Now

Dec 18, 2015 | scoop team

What are you doing New Year’s Eve? How would you like a sexy night on the town in a hot little vehicle courtesy of HENDRICK PORSCHE? Forget sitting on the couch in your jammies waiting for the ball to drop while listening to the roaring crowd in Times Square. Wouldn’t you rather listen to a […]


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Our Favorite Holiday Breakfast Ideas

Dec 17, 2015 | scoop team

Weekend breakfasts were always a pretty big deal in my family growing up, and breakfast on Christmas morning?  Well, that was on a whole other level. My parents would refill their coffee mugs for the third or fourth times.  My sister and I would sip on hot chocolate with marshmallows, and the whole family would […]


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Laser Tag is here at Sky High Sports

Dec 16, 2015 | scoop team

Looking for something to keep the kids busy over holiday break? Or trying to plan an upcoming birthday party? Fort 485 Next Generation Laser Tag is now open for birthday parties and groups at Sky High Sports. This indoor tactical laser tag brings video games to life with state-of-the-art infrared technology and the best game play in the industry. This […]


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What’s the Sale Scoop this Week ~ 12/16

Dec 16, 2015 | scoop team

Ladies (and gentlemen whose ladies sent you this post), with only ten days left until the big day you’re going to want to mark your calendars for these holiday sales going on around Charlotte. It’s crunch time to finish up last minute gift shopping for friends and family and what better way to check off your list than […]


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What to Do and Where to Go this Weekend 12/15

Dec 16, 2015 | Allison

With the unseasonably warm temperatures creeping in this week it may not be beginning to look a lot like Christmas, but there’s still plenty of reason to celebrate. Grab a cup of cheer and join us out and about the Queen City this holiday weekend! Here’s our round up of what to do and where to […]


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Warm Drinks for Winter ~ aka Scoop Hacks Your Favorite Lattes.

Dec 16, 2015 | scoop team

There’s nothing like a nice, hot cup of something to warm you up, get your day started or settle you and yours down in the evening. .  But typical go-to drinks such as herbal tea, instant hot chocolate, and coffee can get a tad boring.  Extravagant concoctions from your favorite coffee shop are decadent and […]


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What to Wear to a Christmas or Winter Wedding

Dec 15, 2015 | scoop team

Still searching for the perfect dress for the upcoming Christmas weddings on your calendar? We found a bevy of styles for the occasion fit for a variety of dress codes. Choose a classic black dress with added details or stand out in a bold red or green perfect for the season. We even found a few options for the bride […]


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Vivace Feast of Seven Fishes and Your Chance to Win Dinner!

Dec 15, 2015 | Allison

Tired of the same old holiday feast? Give the turkey a break and head to Vivace to start a new family tradition. Executive Chef Mike Suppa and team are bringing The Feast of the Seven Fishes, a traditional Italian meal typically served on Christmas Eve, to Charlotte on Dec. 22, 23 and 24. The Feast of […]


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What to Wear Christmas Eve and Day

Dec 14, 2015 | scoop team

Whatever your traditions are around the holidays, it’s always thrilling to have an outfit that makes you feel festive and special for any occasion.  Spending quality time with your family is what the holidays are all about, but adding a little glamour to your ensemble will allow some “you” time.  Use this an excuse to […]


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The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – December 14

Dec 13, 2015 | scoop team

The holiday fun continues this week. For a list of even MORE things to do with family in Charlotte this holiday season, check out our Holidays with the Family post HERE. Drive Thru Christmas December 14 & 15 @ 6-8pm Carmel Presbyterian Church Experience a drive thru live nativity that has become a tradition at […]


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The Scoop on a Last Minute Christmas Trip to the NC Mountains

Dec 13, 2015 | Allison

Get a huge dose of holiday cheer with a quick getaway to the mountains this weekend or next.  From lights displays to gingerbread displays, the Biltmore at Christmas and shopping galore, here are our top picks for a very merry weekend: Deck the Halls The carol will take on a new meaning once you see […]


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