Food + Fun

Go.Play.See.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte in December

Drive-in movies, Gingerbread Lane, and more

Go.Play.See.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte in December

Drive-in movies, Gingerbread Lane, and more

LEGO Holiday Truck Making Several Charlotte Stops This Week

Editorial staff,

A look at what to expect—and where exactly it'll be stopping

3 Holiday Craft Fairs and Markets to Make the Season Bright in Charlotte

Courtney McLaughlin,

With cooler weather upon us and beautiful home decorations dotting the neighborhood, the holiday season is right around the corner. Time to celebrate at markets and shops full of everything you love about the most wonderful time of the year…

RECIPE: Chef Luca Annunziata’s Pomodoro Sauce

Taylor Bowler,

Make this at home with your kids this weekend

The Pint-Sized Foodie: A Visit to Stroke

Taylor Bowler,

The latest from our 7-year-old food critic

Be thankful with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library,

It’s the time of the year when we start talking about what we’re thankful for and teaching children what gratitude means. This year has been hard for everyone and we all may need an extra reminder about all the good…

5 Cool and Contact-Free Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Charlotte

Courtney McLaughlin,

While everything looks and feels different this year, the tricks, treats and fun of the Halloween season are still in full effect. Don your costume and enjoy these minimal contact events. From a magnificent light show, to drive-thru candy stations…

RECIPE: Eve Briggs’ Gluten-Free Chocolate Molten Cake

Taylor Bowler,

The 18-year-old is the daughter of Gene Briggs, executive chef at Legion Brewing

RECIPE: Movie Night Bars to Make With the Kiddos

Taylor Bowler,

Treats come via Ella Stone, owner of Swirl

Charlotte, Nc August 18th Bossy Beulah Chicken Sandwich And Fries And Iced Tea. Photographed In Charlotte, Nc On August 18, 2020. Photo By Peter Taylor

8 Chicken Sandwiches Every Charlotte Family Should Try

Charlotte Parent Staff Report,

Options around the city

RECIPE: Craig Barbour’s Homemade Pancake Mix

Charlotte Parent,

Try this from the N.C. chef behind Roots Catering

Family Day Trips for Charlotteans to Cap Off the Summer

Tiffany Wolff,

All are within two hours of the city

The Pint-Sized Foodie: A Visit to Ilios Crafted Greek

Taylor Bowler,

Our 7-year-old food critic is back

Where to Get Your Bubble Tea Fix in Charlotte

Courtney McLaughlin,

Mix up your beverage routine with this Taiwan inspired drink.

Celebrate Independence Day with the Library!

Victoria Reeder,

Celebrating Independence Day looks different for everyone! You might go to parades, have a cookout, go to the beach or set off fireworks. But, celebrating may look extra different this year with social distancing. Being patriotic is more than just…

RECIPE: Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Carolina Parent,

Recipe comes from Jamie Brown and Jeff Tonidandel, owners of Haberdish and Crepe Cellar

The Pint-Sized Foodie: A Visit to Felix Empanadas

Taylor Bowler,

Our 7-year-old foodie with his latest Charlotte review

Father’s Day is here at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Maeve Dodds,

It’s that time of year again that we celebrate all things related to fathers and any father figures we have in our lives. Fathers come in all shapes in sizes and color, they come from different backgrounds; some are those…

25 Black-Owned Restaurants and Dessert Shops in Charlotte

Taylor Bowler,

Spots range from longtime favorites to 2020 newcomers

Double down and spend Summer Break with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Walker Doermann,

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Summer Break: Read, Learn, Explore program will run from June 1-August 8, 2020, boasting learning, reading and exploration activities for children and families.