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...

Spicy Acorn Squash Hummus and Roasted Butternut Squash Bruschetta

Goodbye Summer, Hello Squash. These delicious squash recipes are bursting with the flavors of fall, and I cannot wait for you to try them. Spicy Acorn Squash Hummus: A creamy, spicy alternative to traditional Hummus. Trust me, you'll fall in love. 2 small Acorn...

The Drinks To Have This Month, plus other scoopEATS news from around town.

The Drinks for Fall in Charlotte As long as you're switching to red wine from white {wine aficionados may smirk but the rest of you, you know are}, you might as well try out some of our favorite "autumnal" cocktails...

Football Season is Snack Season

Fueling up for the BIG GAME? Score a touchdown at your next Game Day Gathering with these winning Football Snacks. The gang’s all here… are you ready for some football? Baked Ricotta: Ingredients: 16 oz. whole-milk Ricotta Cheese (about 2 cups) 3/4 cup loosely packed...

Where to Eat & Drink in Charlotte Now – 10/17 Edition

Food, Wine & Whiskey Events This Week and Next: scoopcharlotte hosts an #eatupmeetup at WP Kitchen + Bar in Phillips Place THIS Wednesday with free apps & our fave cocktail 1/2 price. Here's where you can rsvp.  Copper Penny is...

Wickedly Tasty Halloween Treats For Kids

From Eerie Entrées to Spooky Sweets... your little Gobblins are in for some Wickedly FaBOOlous Treats. Eerie Entrées: Picture & Recipe via OurBestBites Mummy Dogs: Simply cut Crescent Roll Dough into strips and wrap around Hot Dogs; bake according to package directions. Use Ketchup or...

The Art of Pizza with Chef Wolfgang Puck at WP Kitchen + Bar

Wine. Laughter. Pizza. Appreciation. A behind the scenes glance at a cooking session with Chef Wolfgang Puck. I'll have to admit - I don't get starstruck very often. Yet my cooking session with Wolfgang Puck was completely surreal. I am still pinching myself. Picture...

Reserve Your Seat for a Special Wine Dinner at Aria to Benefit Habitat for Humanity

Join ARIA TUSCAN GRILL, Habitat for Humanity's exclusive restaurant partner, on Sunday, October 23rd at 6:30pm for a very special wine dinner. Guests will enjoy a 4 course dinner created by guest chefs Leslie & Bruce Schlernitzauer from Porcupine...

Here’s a Recipe for a Gourmet Top Ramen Skillet

Who knew this budget-friendly college staple could look so fancy? Get ready to makeover that block of noodles and revamp your weeknight stir-fry. Top Ramen, the frugal pantry-shelf item has graduated from INSTANT SOUP to a SKILLET SENSATION. Serves : 4 massive bowls Ingredients: 1 lb....

New Menus, Wine Events, Wolfgang Puck Appearance and a Secret Lunch Spot. Where to Eat in Charlotte Now.

Meet Wolfgang Puck this Tuesday There are still tickets available for you to meet this famed chef, enjoy food and drinks, and support Second Harvest Food Bank.   Corkbuzz Wine Events Next Week 10/13 BYO Wine Dinner Click here for details Everyone brings a bottle...

The Hottest Restaurant Openings in Charlotte This Fall

  This Fall, hunt for more than just the perfect pumpkin. Charlotte's growing culinary scene is quickly expanding this season, and we've got your guide for what you should be in the lookout for. 16 of our top picks:   OPEN NOW Viva...

The Ballantyne Beat ~ Trying the New Fall Menu at the Gallery Restaurant at The Ballantyne Hotel

If you've never checked out the Gallery Restaurant inside The Ballantyne Hotel, now is the perfect time to go. From the gorgeous plush tufted booths in the restaurant to the real bourbon barrels in the bar area, the ambiance...

Breakfast and Brunching in Lake Norman

Brought to you by Jessica Bentley from SliceOfJess.com. What is your guilty pleasure when you venture out to enjoy BREAKFAST & BRUNCH?  How about steaming hot Cinnamon Rolls straight out of the oven? Or perhaps a bottomless Mimosa to wash down your Waffles? Whatever fare you choose to...