GOOD EATS & TRAVEL

Want to snack while sipping on a glass of wine? Appetizers. Want to try a little bit of everything on the menu? Appetizers. Want to feed a large group but don't know what to order? Appetizers. Clearly, small plates...

While we may be complaining about the hot temps right now, in no time we'll be missing these sunny days and trying to find a heated patio to dine outside. Covered patios are a scoop girl's must for dining...

Sometimes you just need something frosty and cool in your life. Even though the days have settled down from July's record-breakers, one of our favorite ways to chill is to sip on a frozen drink or summer cocktail at...

The Embers Hotel is Blowing Rock’s newest boutique hotel conveniently tucked in downtown Blowing Rock, right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and nestled among the enchanting Blue Ridge Mountains. The Embers Hotel, which opened April 1st last spring, is a...

It feels like this summer is setting records, both for reaching the top of the temperature charts and the excitement surrounding new foodie hotspots around the Queen City. And there's still plenty of heat left as we round out...

We DO all scream for ice cream at scoop, and we're here with a SUMMER 2024 giveaway that will help you keep your cool for the rest of this Summer: Enter to Win a Free Ice Cream Each Week for...

When we say we are excited for summer... we are excited for all things girls' trips. Here is SCOOP's SUMMER 2024 LIST of where to GO. Those hot girl walks are now planning sessions. We need a vacation. Pronto. Option 1:...

Hamburgers are delicious all year round, but there's something extra special about having a great burger in the summertime. Whether you prefer thin smashburgers or thick patties piled high with toppings, there's guaranteed to be a Charlotte restaurant to...

Welcome summer with a fresh look at the latest culinary news from around the Queen City. Read on for the latest in openings, closings, news to note and events to tempt your palate. Openings & Closings 800 Degrees Carolinas - The...

Need a quick lunch? Pizza. A family-friendly dinner? Pizza. A delicious late night snack? Pizza. Clearly, pizza is a meal fit for any occasion, and here in Charlotte, we have a variety of restaurants that serve up a great...

From classic vanilla to more out of the box flavors like ricotta lemon thyme, there's no shortage of sweet, ice cream treats in the Queen City. Here, we have the scoop on scoops, rounding up all the places you...

Welcome to Savannah, Georgia, where history and charm collide for an unforgettable Southern adventure! Fun fact: Savannah flaunts one of the country's largest National Historic Landmark Districts, so get ready to soak up centuries of stories and charm around...