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Enjoy this classic fairy tale with a masterful score by Tchaikovsky

Enjoy this classic fairy tale with a masterful score by Tchaikovsky

Photo courtesy of Megyarsh, via Flickr’s Creative Commons.

Sleeping Beauty, March 8th - 18th, 2012, Charlotte, NC

See this classic tale live and up close

by Ericka Foster | January 22, 2012

Between March 8 and 11, and March 16 through 18, the North Carolina Dance Theater presents Sleeping Beauty. The romantic fairy tale of the beautiful princess who is saved by Prince Charming with just one kiss will be set to Tchaikovsky’s classic score. The ballet features the company’s 16 talented dancers.

With a mission to inspire passion for dance in the community, the Charlotte-based dance theater is under the artistic direction of …


When you can't actually make it to the Caribbean, visit...Charlotte

When you can't actually make it to the Caribbean, visit...Charlotte

Photo courtesy of Greg Walters via Flickr’s Creative Commons

Ms. Elsie’s Caribbean Bed and Breakfast, Charlotte, NC

When you can’t actually make it to the islands…

by Ericka Foster | January 16, 2012

Enjoy an intimate and romantic getaway in southeast Charlotte at Ms. Elsie’s Bed and Breakfast.

Chances are, you will run into the inn keeper herself, Aruba native Cheryl Watkins, who affectionately named the B&B after her grandmother. A traditional three-course island breakfast is served in the sun room. During the rest of the day, you can listen to music, play games, or dance. Or, of course, you can venture out into the Queen City. …


Pasta is a must at this Italian restaurant.

Pasta is a must at this Italian restaurant.

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D.H. Parks, via Flickr’s Creative Commons

Osso, Charlotte, NC

Visit NC Music Factory's newest addition

by Ericka Foster | January 14, 2012

Osso Restaurant and Lounge is NC Music Factory’s newest addition. Designed by a world renowned designer François Fossard, this lounge is the type of place where you put on shoes so fancy, they are too uncomfortable to stand in for more than 15 minutes. The owner of Charlotte’s Blue Restaurant opened the new restaurant in November.

Enjoy both classical and modern Italian cuisine by famed chef Gene Briggs. On the …


Check out a steak house at special prices.

Check out a steak house at special prices.

Photo courtesy of Jeremy Keith , via Flickr’s Creative Commons

Queen’s Feast, January 20, 2012 - January 29, 2012, Charlotte, NC

Try something new

by Ericka Foster | January 09, 2012

On my first foray into Charlotte Restaurant Week, I discovered not only Sole Spanish Grille, but their incredible tres leches cake. Although this may be counterintuitive to your New Year's resolution, you can't miss out on the Queen's Feast—Charlotte's version of Restaurant Week. Between January 20 and January 29, participating restaurants will serve you three courses for only $30.

Some of the participating restaurants include:

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Oooooh, so that's what curling looks like!

Oooooh, so that's what curling looks like!

Photo courtesy of Heather, via Flickr’s Creative Commons

Extreme Ice Center, Indian Trail, NC

Winter weather activities...indoors

by Ericka Foster | January 02, 2012

I have to be honest, my favorite winter activity is looking out the window, sipping on hot chocolate, or an eggnog latte. But for those of you who find fun on the ice, you can check out Extreme Ice Center. You can enjoy your favorite winter activity without the persnickety Southern weather.

Enjoy figure ice skating, hockey, curling, and broomball at this facility that features two NHL-sized rinks.

Extreme Ice Center …


Basil

Basil

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Basil Thai Restaurant, Charlotte, NC

Where spicy really means spicy

by Ericka Foster | December 31, 2011

Basil Thai Restaurant is one of those fancy restaurants you head to when you are looking for Thai food with style. This isn’t your hole-in-the-wall Thai carryout restaurant. On the menu, though, you will find classic dishes like pad thai, curries, and fried rice.The house specialties include three-flavored fish. If you are more of the adventurous eater, you can take a shot at the red curry duck—it’s deep-fried, so it …


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