8 Must-Try Sushi Spots in Charlotte
And which roll you have to try at each one January 13, 2021 Sushi is all about the sourcing, and you can taste that it’s done well at South End’s O-Ku. Photo by Peter Taylor. YUME Ramen Sushi & Bar 1508 S. Mint St. The excellence of this spot’s ramen and sushi...
5Church Charlotte to Reopen With a New Executive Chef
5Church Charlotte officially reopens on Thursday, February 4, following a 10-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. Top Chef alum and 5th Street Group partner Jamie Lynch will return alongside Sherief Shawky, the restaurant’s new executive chef. The...
Fresh Take: Southern Pecan Brings Gulf Coast Flavors to SouthPark
Chicken and Dumplings with broccolini and a side of succotash. Photographs by Peter Taylor. Southern Pecan’s Gulf Coast-inspired cuisine is a nod to owner Monte Smith’s Galveston roots, and it’s a specific type of southern. You won’t find fried chicken, grits, hush...
7 Tasty Charlotte Dishes Using Pork or Chicken Skins
The roundup only our editor asked for January 5, 2021 ON OUR RECENT LIST OF 25 Must-Try Takeout Spots in Charlotte, we noted that two of the dishes used pork rinds in wildly different ways. Believe it or not, I showed restraint in only including two, because...
Charlotte Restaurateurs Give Insight on 2 Highly Anticipated Openings
Chef Paul Verica's new concept is coming soon. Photo by Peter Taylor. ORTO Owner: Paul Verica You might know him from: The James Beard semifinalist is executive chef and owner of The Stanley. The premise of Orto: Orto is Italian for “kitchen garden.” The casual...
Where to Stay in Pigeon Forge – Cabins vs Hotels
Last updated Dec 22, 2020 Deciding where to stay in Pigeon Forge during your visit can be difficult with all the great lodging options that are available. Whether you are planning a family vacation, romantic weekend, girlfriends’ getaway or winter break, Pigeon Forge...
Out-of-Towners: 8 Great Restaurants That Expanded Into Charlotte
Skrimp Shack 3718 Central Ave A, 980-298-6418 Last year, Charlotte got its first “fast-casual fish camp.” East Charlotte’s recently opened Skrimp Shack location at the intersection of Central Avenue and Eastway Drive, is a welcome addition to the scene. Though its...
10 Must-Try Taco Spots in Charlotte: 2020
From the traditional to the unconventional December 18, 2020 Tacos de Carne Asada at Three Amigos. Photo by PeterTaylor. Tacos El Nevado Multiple locations (Plaza Midwood and South End) Tacos El Nevado doesn’t have a proper Taco Tuesday special. But most of its tacos...
A Winter Food Guide for Charlotteans
From chili to bread pudding December 16, 2020 LOGAN CYRUS Even if it doesn’t feel like winter outside, “fake it until you make it” is a popular phrase that carries over to dining. We have already started ordering some of our winter favorites in Charlotte, and we’re...
Restaurant Inspired by Indian Street Food Opens at Optimist Hall
Botiwalla comes from James Beard Award-nominee Meherwan Irani December 15, 2020 Photo by Night Watch Crew Botiwalla, a full-service restaurant serving Indian street food, opens this week at Optimist Hall. The first tenant in the hall’s upstairs restaurant wing, the...
Zafron Restaurant Sandy Springs
Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 12/13/20 From the moment you walk in and see the lavish and gorgeous garden room adorned with a chandelier and notice the dynamic food, Zafron Restaurant turns out to be a true Persian gem in Sandy Springs that has style. From dips and...
12 Healthy Activities To Do in Charleston
Traveling doesn’t have to result in forgetting your fitness goals when you’re traveling to Charleston! From the Lowcountry’s miles of sandy shores to its beautiful parks, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to get your steps in. Scroll on to discover some of our...
Top 11 Hotel Bars in Charleston
The stunning skyline views, cozy corners and crave-worthy cocktails at these bars will make leaving your hotel an uneasy task! While many cocktail bars are often pit-stops to your final destination, these unique hotel bars are destinations in themselves. Scroll on to...
5 Things to Do with Kids When it’s Raining in Pigeon Forge
My family and I love to visit Pigeon Forge. We always have the best time, no matter when we go or what the weather is like when we get there. Of course, when it is nice out, we enjoy outdoor activities like spending the day at Dollywood or climbing the ropes at Paula...
3 Picturesque Winter Hikes in Burke County, N.C.
December 3, 2020 Winter may be a great time to stay inside and cuddle under warm blankets, but what happens when dreaded cabin fever starts to creep up on you? Hiking can be exactly what you need to get your blood pumping and your sense of adventure peaking....
Fresh Take: A Visit to Mico at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte
In a neighborhood already packed with luxury hotels, trendy restaurants, and rooftop bars, The Grand Bohemian still manages to stand out. Each room in the building, part of the Marriott’s Autograph Collection, teems with glitzy accents and custom Bohemian chandeliers....
McCray’s Tavern East Cobb
Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/30/20 Just as the sun sets in the sky, the lights start to glow inside McCray’s Tavern East Cobb, while the hustle and bustle of the guests, bartenders, and staff picks up. The energy permeates the air and entices you to enjoy a...
Country Crossroad
Finding the Hidden Beauty of Port Royal State Historic Site Many historic sites are designated such because of a particular event that happened at that spot. Some-times a site’s significance might reach out to additional events or eras of that have contributed to the...
Unlock the chains. Uncover unique in Brooksville, Florida
Beyond brands You know what you’ll find at branded restaurants and stores familiar to you from other places. Here, as there, your experience will be the same – products on identical shelves and menus that list the same fare. While there is comfort in consistency,...
Woodward & Park Brunch
Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/19/20 Across from Oakland Cemetery in Grant Park, restaurants, bars, and housing are popping up like wildfire and adding to the appeal of the area. Joining long standing staple Six Feet Under, Woodward & Park like newbies Full...
Steak 48 Opens in South Park Next Month. Here’s a Look Inside
November 17, 2020 Steak 48, an upscale steakhouse with locations in Phoenix, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Houston, opens at Apex SouthPark on December 18. The 11,500-square-foot space has an in-house butcher shop, raw bar, and 6,000 bottle wine vault. Chief Brand...
A Trip to Tybee Should Be At the Top of Your List
5 Reasons to Go (Beyond the Beach) Ok, so the beach is the obvious draw, right? Tybee’s five miles of excellent beaches and pristine dunes are well known, plus you can watch the big ships come in, spot the occasional dolphin from your spot on the sand or just kick...
6 Must-Try French Toast Plates in Charleston
From lavender scented brioche to hand-cut currant bread stuffed with cinnamon apples to challah topped with blackberry maple syrup and mint, the Lowcountry’s skillful chefs put innovative (and scrumptious) twists on this brunch classic. Scroll on for our must-visit...
Savannah’s Haunted Houses, Hotels and Taverns
Savannah is known as one of the most haunted cities in America. When night falls, the Hostess City a wonderful eeriness encapsulates the Historic District. Here are some of the most haunted historic structures in Savannah, and the stories that surround them. Go see...
Covered Bridges of North Alabama
Covered bridges are scattered all around North Alabama and remind us of the way things used to be. Blount County has the most in North Alabama, which has earned the county the "Covered Bridge Capital" title. There's a Covered Bridge Festival each October to honor and...
How to Have the Perfect Girls Weekend Getaway in Pigeon Forge
Last updated Oct 22, 2020 If Pigeon Forge, Tennessee isn’t on your radar for your next girls getaway trip, it should be! This family friendly destination is also the perfect spot for a weekend away with just the ladies. Planning a girls weekend getaway to Pigeon Forge...
Rustic Romantic Getaways in North Alabama
Need a getaway for just the two of you? How about a rustic, romantic weekend in north Alabama? There are many lakeside cabins, mountaintop chalets, and bluff-top rooms all across the region to spend getting away from it all. Sip champagne and admire the view from your...
Getting Outdoors in North Alabama
Our followers submitted some amazing pics in our 100 Alabama Miles photo contest, and we just had to share them all! Check out our fave ways to get outdoors in north Alabama. (cover photo by Michael Williams with Underboss Photography) Waterfalls Alabama is known as...
Rainy Day Fun in North Alabama
Ok, so most of us probably prefer those sunny days when we can get outside and do fun things, but there's a lot of fun to be had on a rainy day in north Alabama, too. (cover photo by North Alabama Ambassador Robert Posey) Go on a Cave Tour It's always around 60ish...
Top 5 Things to Do This Fall in Pigeon Forge
It’s officially fall in Pigeon Forge and great things will be happening throughout town. Pumpkins, mums, scarecrows, and all-things fall will be everywhere you look. It is the perfect time of year for a couples’ getaway or even for a quick weekend trip with the...