GOOD EATS & TRAVEL

Where to Eat Sushi in Charlotte. Over 20 Scoop Picks

In Charlotte, we are spoiled with choice when it...

Where to Find GLUTEN-FREE Meals in Charlotte ~ Our 2025 Update

Whatever your reason for eating gluten-free might be, if...

Best Winter Salads Around the QC – 2025 Edition

As we ring in the new year and begin...

January ’25 Restaurant Openings, Closings, Events & Food News

Ring in the New Year by exploring the newest...

Everything You Need To Host a Great Friendsgiving 2017 Dinner

Friendsgiving ~ popularized by Friends with their always funny Thanksgiving episodes (listed here) is a lighter, often less tradition-driven Thanksgiving celebration with, of course, your "family" of friends. Whether you can't make the trip home this year, you're just...

From Intimate to Aquatic, Plan Your Holiday Party Now at One of These 23 Charlotte Venues

You have landed on an 'old' article from 2017, info will not be current. Please link through HERE for the latest info. Nothing's better than sipping, dining and toasting with friends around the holidays. And now that it's November and...

We Visit Sabor Latin Street Grill: Authentic Street Food in the Heart of Southpark (Mouthwatering Photos Inside)

Charlotte is bustling with vibrant restaurants that range in various cultures from across the globe. When your tastebuds are having a south of the border moment, take a few minutes to step inside Sabor Latin Street Grill's newest location...

Just In Time: Our List of Charlotte Bakeries

Get Baked! Who can resist warm bread or a fresh brownie out of the pan, corners only of course. Or for those of you who have an obsession with croissants, chocolate cakes and specialty cookies these shops make them too....

#scoopEATS ~ Charlotte Food and Restaurant News For November

Ready your appetites! Between the sweet flavors of Halloween and the savory classics of Thanksgiving, the Charlotte culinary scene is serving up the best in new fall menus, hands-on classes and delectable dinners. Here's your Charlotte Food and Restaurant News...

Our 50th Birthday Trip Ideas

While '50' may only be a number, it’s a great reason to take the trip you’ve always wanted. Don’t wait another day or put it off until next year; we’ve listed below a few options for a variety of...

National Pumpkin Day is 10/26…Here is Everything Pumpkin We Know About in Charlotte

The craze of "All Pumpkin Everything" is here! We'll be pumpkin-izing for a few months, and then it will be gone from existence for an entire year. There are so many foods and drinks to choose from, we've gathered...

Fall is our Favorite Time for Glamping and Cabin Renting

The leaves are changing, the weather is FINALLY (fingers crossed) cooling down, and you feel that itch to get outdoors. You want to disconnect from the busy city life and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of nature. Still, you feel...

Spooktacular Recipes for Halloween

Fall has officially arrived and Halloween is just around the corner. Here are 13 spooktacular recipes that you'll want to sink your fangs into.  Nut-Allergy Friendly / School Safe:  Food allergies can be a big struggle during this festive holiday, as it's...

#scoopEATS – Charlotte Restaurant Openings & Food News for October

It's no secret that Charlotte is making a name for herself as a culinary destination. With all that's popping up on the foodie front, it can be hard to keep up. Luckily for you, we've done the research (and the...

Half Price Wine Nights in Lake Norman 2017

EDITOR'S NOTE: This post was updated in March 2019 with new wine deals and restaurants open to enjoy a glass or bottle at half price. We’ve done our best to scope out the correct info from the area’s various bars...

Half Price Wine Nights in Charlotte 2019

EDITOR'S NOTE: This post was updated in March 2019 with new news, wine deals and restaurants open to enjoy a glass or bottle at half price. We’ve done our best to scope out the correct info from the area’s various...