New season means a new handbag (or two) and we’re loving everything in the Charlotte shops this year. You’ll recognize a few trendy favorites that are perfect for just about any outfit and occasion plus fun and colorful patterns when you want to mix it up. We’ve got you covered from cross-body to messenger bags, […]
Charlotte is expecting some serious rainy weather this weekend that will put a damper on weekend plans, pun intended. Rainy days are best spent shopping in our opinion, and the boutiques and home stores have tons of new items in stock just in time. There’s a chance some shops will be closing early, so call […]
Depending of course on the course of Hurricane Florence, there may be plenty to do this weekend, or you may be inside enjoying life by candle light. Be sure to check event status before making your weekend plans! NOTE = social media like Facebook is a lot easier for most businesses to update than their […]
Football season has kicked off and homecoming will be here before we know it. It’s the first big event of the new school year so everyone is dressed to impress. This isn’t prom so you can stay away from formal dresses and have fun with cocktail attire. Here’s what to shop in the Charlotte boutiques […]
This week, Allie spoke with the power couple behind Scallionpancake. This wife (Yvonne) and husband (Jason) team not only eats well in Charlotte but takes trips to explore the some of the world’s best restaurants (including this year’s number one restaurant in the world, Osteria Francescana). Check out Scallionpancake’s blog, Instagram, and podcast, and get […]
Goats, cows, birds, rocks, movies, live music, festivals and fairs… we had so much fun just putting together this week’s Scoop picks! Minerals of the World The Schiele Museum Enjoy 1,500 square feet of rocks and minerals from around the world. See specimens both common and rare while discovering how the science of earth is […]
2127 Floral Avenue, Charlotte, NC $569,000 3 Beds | Baths: 2 | Sq. Ft.: 1,538 | Listing # 3426556 Dilworth is the the ultimate neighborhood if you’re looking for the convenience of restaurants and shops in close proximity to uptown. Take a stroll through the charming streets lined with trees and it’s hard not to […]
In Charlotte, fun isn’t limited by ZIP code. Here are 15+ events and happenings going on in South Charlotte, Waxhaw, Fort Mill and beyond this September. Open Now: Queen City Craft and Gourmet Ballantyne’s newest spot boasts something for everyone, including beer and cheese flights, salads, sandwiches and even a kids’ menu. Visit them at 5349 Ballantyne […]
It seems like every new fashion season, there are so many new styles & looks to pick from that it can get pretty overwhelming trying to put an outfit together. Well, we have one piece of advice when you can’t decide on what to wear: when in doubt, wear denim. Whether you are into cropped, […]
The kids are back in school, pools are closed, pumpkin spice lattes are out and Summer is unofficially over. While we may be waiting on the temps to catch up with our Fall mindset, it’s not too early to be checking out Fall shoes and those new trends you’ll be adding to your wardrobe this […]
Boost Children’s Manners and Confidence We all want our children to fit in, to make friends, and feel connected and part of a group whether they are in kindergarten or in seventh grade. Some children seem to feel at ease making friends and interacting with others one-on-one and in groups, but some kids struggle and […]
Charlotte’s culinary scene is moving full steam ahead towards fall with openings, new offerings and foodie events to tempt your palate. The scoopEATS news to know for early September: OPENINGS AND CLOSINGS Siggy’s Good Food Grand Opening – Open Now! Help welcome Siggy’s to the neighborhood, where comfort food and Mediterranean fare meet. Try their salads, sandwiches, […]
