New flavors, exclusive experiences: Savor Charlotte is back
Food lovers, grab your forks — it's time for Savor Charlotte. From March 12–25, you can enjoy unique culinary experiences while supporting local businesses around the city.
Why it's important: This two-week event is a win-win for both diners and the culinary community, allowing locals and visitors to explore new flavors while supporting Charlotte's vibrant restaurant scene.
Beyond great food, Savor Charlotte fosters community engagement, offering rare opportunities to connect with top chefs, pitmasters, sommeliers and bakers in an immersive celebration of the Queen City's culinary talent.
What to expect: With three different types of experiences, Savor Charlotte has more to offer than traditional week-long restaurant events. You can enjoy:
Interactive experiences like a sake-tasting class with food pairings at Mizu or a meat-smoking class with Sweet Lew's pitmaster Lewis Donald.
Special menus like a cocktail-paired dinner with Que Onda and Blue Door.
Exclusive offers like a $58 four-course "Chef's Choice" meal for two at Good Food on Montford.
Here's what else: Savor Charlotte proves that our city's food scene is anything but ordinary. This event spotlights the diversity of the Queen City's culinary landscape and the innovators shaping it.
Take note:
Secure your table by making reservations through each restaurant's website or booking app and use code SAVOR.
Book experiences in advance to ensure you don't miss out on a single mouth-watering moment.
Phone eats first — share your food pics and more by tagging @charlottesgotalot and using #SavorCharlotte.
The takeaway: Savor Charlotte is the best way to experience the city's multifaceted culinary scene. Make your reservations now for classes, special menus and exclusive offers.
Start crafting your culinary adventure.
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