Tag: Charlotte Restaurants

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8 Great Date Night Restaurants in Charlotte That Won’t Break the Bank

A classy dining room at Bentley’s in Charlotte with elegant chandeliers, white tablecloths, and modern art on the walls; a warmly lit, upscale atmosphere ideal for fine dining.

Tired of the same old date night restaurant? I’m rounding up some personal favorites that you may not have tried yet.

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Luxurious Stay in the Heart of Charlotte at The Ivey’s Hotel

Alyssa in bed with breakfast at The Ivey's Hotel

Welcome to Checking In: a series dedicated to the places we stay when we travel. Today we’re making a quick trip to Uptown, for a glamorous staycation at The Ivey’s Hotel in Charlotte. Whenever I’m having a conversation with anyone about my hometown of Charlotte and they discover I’m a travel blogger, the questions start …

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Start Your Day at These 15 Essential Charlotte Coffee Shops

A coffee cup that reads "Charlotte Born and Roasted" on the sleeve

Most days, you’ll find me brewing my morning coffee at home with my Chemex. However, there are times when I like to treat myself—or, more likely, find myself in need of an emergency coffee while out and about. As I stand in line, I often think, “Why spend $6 on a coffee in my home …

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The Sweetest Spots in the Queen City: A Guide to Charlotte’s Best Bakeries

Alyssa sits at a bistro table with a pastry and holds a cup of coffee

As anyone who’s ever tried to bake a cake or a loaf of bread from scratch knows, baking is a labor of love. And as much as I do enjoy baking at home, sometimes it’s nice to outsource the task to a professional. But not just any bakery—my love for small businesses extends all the …

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Charlotte Restaurant Review: Greenway Restaurant at CPCC

Exterior of the Greenway Restaurant in Charlotte

What you need to know to score a reservation to this well-kept secret fine dining experience (and psst… it’s only $15!).

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Some of the Best Texas Barbecue is in This Tiny North Carolina Town: A Visit to Jon G’s in Peachland

Alyssa stands in front of the Jon G's sign

Head an hour Southeast of Charlotte on US-74 on any given Saturday morning, and you’ll likely spot a small red building billowing smoke with a long line out its doors (but blink and you’ll miss it, because it is a small spot—don’t worry, you can always make a U-Turn). Jon G’s Barbecue opened at the …

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Charlotte Restaurant Review: Kindred (Davidson, NC)

Alyssa sits at a table at Kindred

Before we begin, yes, I know that Kindred is in Davidson, not Charlotte – but it’s within the Charlotte Metro area (I mean, it took us less time to get there than it takes to get to some other parts of the Queen City!), so I’ve categorized it as a Charlotte restaurant here. After moving …