Evoke restaurant is hosting a competition between Ausralian and New Zealand wines paired with a six-course meal. The wines are from Allan Scott Winer and Vinaceous Wines. Dishes include Black Pepper Gnocchi, Lobster Pansotti, duck, rib eye and more. The cost for the event is $59 person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations: 980-237-5354
Discovery Place is looking for Rubik’s Cube solvers to participate in Beyond Rubik’s Cube, the world’s first Rubik’s Cube exhibition. The exhibition opens here this summer. The only way I could solve the cube was to break it open and put it together. I don’t think they want my skills, but they may want to hear your story. Apply here.
I have two words to sum up this weekend's fun - Pillow fight!
Thursday Need A Haircut - The men of the RiRa family are participating in St. Baldrick’s fundraiser to raise money to fund children’s cancer research. They’ll be shaving their heads. 5 p.m. Ri Ra Irish Pub, 208 N Tryon St. Details.
Favorite Outdoor Happy Hour - Grab your friends and head outside for the crowd favorite Alive After Five. Groovetown headlines the first party of the year. 5 p.m. Rooftop 210, EpiCentre, 210 E. Trade St. Details.
Tastes Like Chicken! - That’s what I expect to hear at the Vegan Wine & Cheese event. Apparently the cheese isn’t soy-based, but does contain nut products. Is that a good thing? Three wines and a three cheese course. 5:30 p.m., Assorted Table Wine Shoppe, 224 E 7th St. $20. Details.
R&B Live - Keith Sweat had great lyrics, but couldn’t sing. Hopefully, vocalist Jacci McGhee is much better. McGhee sang with Keith Sweat on “Make It Last Forever.” She headlines this edition of R&B Live. 9 p.m., Studio Movie Grill, 210 E Trade St. $12.50. Tickets.
Tribute Party - The monthly Shiprocked returns with a tribute to the campy “Valley of the Dolls.” 10 p.m. Snug Harbor, 1228 Gordon St. Free. Details.
Friday Gallery Crawl - The monthly Southend & Gold District Art Crawl features the galleries of South End will stay open late to display an interesting mix of everything from contemporary folk art to national juried shows, and from garden-inspired paintings to mixed media childhood memories. Details.
Headphone Party - Silent Disco returns. You know the deal. Everyone wears headphones and dances to the music of different DJs. It’s a silent, but not really silent party. People watching is supposedly the best part. 8 p.m. Rooftop 210, 210 East Trade St. $12. Details.
Saturday
Pillow Fight - It’s not a pajama party, but sounds just as fun. The International Pillow Fight Day features thousands of people throughout 200 cities in a giant throwdown. So far at least 200 people have signed up to participate in the Charlotte fight. Only soft pillows allowed.
5 p.m., The Unknown Brewing Company, 1327 S Mint St. Details.
Family Fun - The 5th Annual Black Dog Appreciation Day & Black Dog Walk features more than 150 vendors, demonstrators, food trucks and more than 25 rescue groups. Dogs will be available for adoption. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Pineville Lake Park,1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville. Rain or Shine. Details.
Choral Music & Beer - One Voice and Sotto Voce choruses come together for Rite of Passage, a concert that explores rites of passage, both humorous and serious, including those unique to the LGBT community, and universal to the human experience. This is a traveling show. 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sugar Creek Brewery, 215 Southside Dr. $10-$20.
White Party - The 3rd Annual White Party at On The Roxx encourages partiers to wear tighty-whities. Dresses, pants and shorts are allowed too, but that doesn't sound as fun. Music by DJ Bob. 10 p.m., On the Roxx, 19712 One Norman Blvd, Cornelius. Free and free parking.
Beer Festival - The Beer Me Brewfest features 50 beers or ciders makers from local breweries and others throughout the state. Parking Lot, 200 Bland St. Details.
Sunday Shop Local - More than a dozen local vendors including food trucks, fashion trucks, artisans and entrepreneurs kick off the spring edition of Front Porch Sundays. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Parking lot of the Shook Kelley building, next to Sycamore Brewing, 2151 Hawkins St. on the Charlotte Rail Trail. Details.
Highlights include: Bayne Brewing's 2nd Annual Craft Beer Olympics, Aviator Brewing Company's Tap Takeover at Carolina Beer Temple, and Lousiana Spring Fest at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery.
Three days of arts and performances in venues throughout Plaza-Midwood. Activities range from yoga to meditation to dance to spoken word. Launch party April 7, Pecha Kucha, Petra’s.
Every floor and art studio features contemporary art, installations pop up performances, music and dancing. Benefits Artists-in-Residence and McColl Center.
April 22-23, Various locations Levine Center For the Arts
The main event is the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra under the leadership of musical director Wynton Marsalis. Other activities include a creole brunch, happy hour jazz and more.
This is one of those low-key days, but if you must get out here a couple of spots to try. Looking for traditional Easter Brunches? Try this list.
Day Party - Enjoy music by DJ Hot Rod and drink specials at the Easter Brunch & Day Party. 11 a.m. The Mandrake, 333 W. Trade St. Free before 4 p.m.
Mad Monster Party - Meet the stars of Frozen, Deadpool, Star Wars Trilogy and others at the Mad Monster Party. The horror-pop convention is a family friendly event and a chance to dress up like zombies and scary creatures. Multiple days. Sheraton Charlotte Hotel, 555 S McDowell St. Schedule.
The weather is beautiful and day events are popping off now throughout the city for the family. Tonight, put the kids to bed and hit the streets adult-style. See you in the streets...
Day Fun Gametime - The wait is over. Abari Game Bar opened its doors at 11 a.m. for an all-day grand opening. Along with video games such as Ms. Pac Man, Dig Dug, and Donkey Kong there will also be plenty of food. Joe's Dough's special pop-up will serve game-themed doughnuts. Hart's Soda Shop will be selling hand-crafted soda creations, What The Fries CLT food truck, drink specials and featured cocktails. Elon Shomaker will be spinning. Kids welcome until 5 p.m. Abari Game Bar, 1721 N Davidson St.
Outdoor Market - The Noda Eclectic Market
returns with locally produced works of art, jewelry, body products,
clothing, housewares, pet products and more!. Until 3 p.m. 36th Street
behind Smelly Cat Coffeehouse & Roastery and NoDa Company Store. Details.
Hard to Say Goodbye - After of week events, Crown Station host The Final Farewell. It’s a full day of music, food and fun. Music by Nat Black, Melodious Funk, Chad McNeely, Sean McClellan, JLazy, Josh Novicki, Ian Sooklal, Phat Rabbit, KT Caustic, Funktavius, Briddy and Justin Combs. Free food and no cover. 12 p.m. Crown Station, 1425 Elizabeth Ave.
Drum Circle - Bring the family out to Bombazo. Yapre presents its first Bombazo which is when drummers and dancers gather and sing traditional Puerto Rican songs and dance Bomba together. Drummers are welcome to bring their instruments, and other instruments are welcome. 3 p.m. Freedom Park. Details.
Live Painting - Artist Nikko is hosting a live painting event in which he paints to the music of Oscar Huerta and Tony Arreaza. 4 p.m., Orr and Orr Art Studio and Gallery, 110 #1B Matthews Station St Matthews. $10. Details.
Night Parties Easter Crawl - Forget boiled eggs. Celebrate Easter at the Bunny Hop Bar Crawl.
Ticket includes event t-shirt, koozie, no cover access to all
participating venues (Blackfinn, Bubble, Suite, Whisky River, Rooftop
210, Howl at the Moon and Tin Roof) at the EpiCentre, special drink
prices and prizes. 6 p.m. Rooftop 210, 210 E Trade St. Details.
Free your soul - The monthly soulful party Su CASA — The March Edition returns with DJ Justice and DJ Steel Wheel. Tribute to Phife Dawg! 10 p.m. Petra’s, 1919 Commonwealth Ave. Details.
Latin Night - Dance all night to reggaeton, Latin and international grooves at the White Party. 10 p.m. Oak Room, 200 E Bland St. Details.
All kinds of fun happening today. Start the weekend with some grub at our local food trucks and then hit the streets for parties, drum circles, a rare rap show and more.
Food Truck Friday
Friday Night Festival - 5 p.m. Unknown Brewing Company This
week's food trucks: SOCA mobile eatery, Hart's Soda Shop, Maki Taco,
Maryland Crab Co. Llc, Spice Wagon Kabob Food Truck Site, Spoon's BBQ
Food Truck, Poppin Pita, JessKakes LLC.
Matthews Food Truck Friday - 5 p.m. Stumptown Park 100
Main Beef and Barbeque, A Bao Time, Bebo's Mac Shack, Gourmet Goombahs,
Moroccan Cookbook, New Wrap Order, Philly's Italian Ice & Mobile
Eatery, Taco Green-Go, Two Chicks and A Truck, The Art of Baking Inc,
Cremoso Cheesecake Company, and The Coffee Priest!
Don't Forget
Dancing In Silence - The Good Friday Quiet Party brings the silent DJ party concept to urban nightlife. The event features three DJs on three wireless headphone channels spinning hip-hop, R&B, soulful house music, old school and reggae. Appearance by Teairra Mari of Love & Hip Hop. 9 p.m. FireWater Charlotte, 8708 JW Clay Blvd.
Bone, Bone, Bone - Hip-hop fans will remember the harmonies and rhymes of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Tonight’s it’s just Bizzy Bone. 9 p.m., Suite, 210 E Trade St.
Happy Anniversary - Celebrate the 7 Year Anniversary Party & Alt Release at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. 6 p.m. The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road.
Mad Monster Party - Meet the stars of Frozen, Deadpool, Star Wars Trilogy and others at the Mad Monster Party.
The horror-pop convention is a family friendly event and a chance to
dress up like zombies and scary creatures. Multiple days. Sheraton Charlotte Hotel, 555 S McDowell St. Schedule.
Free Your Spirit - Drum like nobody’s watching at the Drum Circle and Paint Party.
Unleash your creative spirit with painting, drumming and fellowship.
Admission includes unlimited paint, canvas, easel, brushes and
percussive instruments. 7 p.m., Charlotte Art League, 1517 Camden Rd. $15 in advance, $20 door. Tickets.
These days, every new restaurant opening in Charlotte is reported like Pope's visit. And everything, is overhyped based on the media night, which is when the restaurant puts on its best face.
I'm letting the hype die down before I experience these new additions. This week, I finally tried Seoul Food Meat Company, the Korean BBQ joint, in lower Southend.
I must admit. It's worthy of some of the hype.
I'll start with the pork belly. In recent weeks, I've sworn-off pork belly. It's the most over-used protein on Charlotte restaurant menus these days. Problem is, unlike chicken or steak, a pork belly entree is rarely filling. I typically get three slivers of meat. I'm growing - I need grub.
At Seoul, I got my fill of pork belly, and it was delicious. The crispy pork belly has fantastic flavor and the portion size is appropriate for a growing girl. Our tray above also features Bao bun (doughy bun), vinegar slaw (great flavor and not spicy), picked deviled eggs (delicious) and for your dose of green, try the broccoli (ice cold, but tasty). Not pictured is the sriracha cracklins. I like how it was lightly fried, but it wasn't very sriracha-like. Plus, it wasn't warm. The pork skins at The Liberty are better.
Seoul's wings are my favorite in the city. They are crazy meaty and exploding with flavor from the skin to the meat. Most places drench their wings in sauce and oil, but the meat is tasteless. Not at Seoul. I liked soy garlic the best, but the barbecue was good too.
Overall, Seoul is great for me. Lots of protein and a vegetable that wasn't dripping in oil. My one complaint is that with the exception of the wings, none of the food came out hot. The broccoli is served cold and crispy pork was room temperature. Even the Bao buns were cold. Who wants a cold dough bun. My server Francis L was overwhelmed, but energetic. He apologized profusely for taking forever to make first contact, but then he was spot on. The food came out incredibly fast, (before the drinks) which makes me think many of the dishes aren't made-to-order.
Sip + Play Says: Worth the hype
Watch Seoul's transformation via FB:
We will be opening our doors to the public on Saturday 2/20 at 4:30pm! Special preview of selected menu items will be available! Can't wait to see everyone
Posted by Seoul Food Meat Company on Wednesday, February 17, 2016
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Still working hard to open soon...we still don't have an exact opening day but we will keep you guys posted as the days get closer! #charlottenc#southend#golddistrict#charlotteeats#seoulfoodmeatco
Posted by Seoul Food Meat Company on Monday, January 18, 2016
When I was a kid, our Easter egg hunts were limited to my family’s home. These days, kids have a plethora of choices. Although, the hunt, more like a sprint and grab. Bring your kids out for the annual egg scramble at events throughout the city this weekend.
Also, thrill seekers can get their adrenaline fix at Carowinds which opens Saturday.
Wednesday Support Local - At least six local artists will be featured at the CLT Local Artists Showcase. Featured artists: Railz The Principle, Da Real Immortal, Messenger Down,
Brown Eyes Music,The Stress Exchange and LeAnna Eden & The Garden
Of. 7:30 p.m., The Evening Muse, 3227 N Davidson St. Details.
Eating Good - Enjoy a multi-course meal and wine pairing at the Celebrity Chef Tour. Featured chefs hail from Davidson, West Virginia Charlotte and Waxhaw. 6:30 p.m., Bonterra Dining & Wine Room, 1829 Cleveland Ave. Tickets are $150 all inclusive (includes wine pairings & gratuity). Details.
Thursday Easter Spirit - Get in the Easter groove at the Pre-Easter Go-Go featuring Uptown Swagga. 8 p.m. Blu Note, 3425 David Cox Road. Details.
Networking Remix - Enjoy cocktails, conversation, dinner and networking at Just One. Organizers are billing it as a new way to network. Live music by One Paper Crane. Cocktails by Top Organic Spirits and complimentary appetizers. 6 p.m. Passion8, 1523 Elizabeth Ave.
Friday Bone, Bone, Bone - Hip-hop fans will remember the harmonies and rhymes of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Tonight’s it’s just Bizzy Bone. 9 p.m., Suite, 210 E Trade St.
Happy Anniversary - Celebrate the 7 Year Anniversary Party & Alt Release at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. 6 p.m. The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, 4150 Yancey Road.
Mad Monster Party - Meet the stars of Frozen, Deadpool, Star Wars Trilogy and others at the Mad Monster Party. The horror-pop convention is a family friendly event and a chance to dress up like zombies and scary creatures. Multiple days. Sheraton Charlotte Hotel, 555 S McDowell St. Schedule.
Free Your Spirit - Drum like nobody’s watching at the Drum Circle and Paint Party. Unleash your creative spirit with painting, drumming and fellowship. Admission includes unlimited paint, canvas, easel, brushes and percussive instruments. 7 p.m., Charlotte Art League, 1517 Camden Rd. $15 in advance, $20 door. Tickets.
Saturday Easter Crawl - Forget boiled eggs. Celebrate Easter at the Bunny Hop Bar Crawl. Ticket includes event t-shirt, koozie, no cover access to all participating venues (Blackfinn, Bubble, Suite, Whisky River, Rooftop 210, Howl at the Moon and Tin Roof) at the EpiCentre, special drink prices and prizes. 6 p.m. Rooftop 210, 210 E Trade St.
Free your soul - The monthly soulful party Su CASA — The March Edition returns. 10 p.m. Petra’s, 1919 Commonwealth Ave.
Beer Run - Enhance your weekend run by joining the Triple C's Know Your Craft 5k. Benefits Project 2 Heal. After-party features live music and beer. 9 a.m., Triple C Brewing Company, 2900 Griffith St.
I wanted a different experience for St. Patrick's Day so I headed down to Matthews to experience the Shamrock Crawl. It was mostly contained to bars in the Town Square in Downtown Matthews. Liked the vibe. A little more hometown, but still fun. Pockets of friends hung out, but the crowds weren't over-powering. I saw a mix of families and older couples. Typically, St. Patrick's Day tends to draw the more raucous drunkards, but that wasn't the case in Matthews. Nice change of pace for me.
His beard is permed. My hair is not!
The line inside the Beer Temple.
Scene outside the Beer Temple
When my friends suggested I try Moe's for dinner, I thought they meant the fast casual Tex-Mex restaurant. Not!
This wasn't Tex-Mex. Best Corned Beef, I've ever had on St. Patrick's Day. Typically the meat is dry, but this was great. Gotta go back for the brisket, which is served on Fridays and is apparently phenomenal.
I met the Mayor James P. Taylor out to dinner with his crew.
I'm back!!! In 2005, I launched the Paid To Party column for the Observer. Now I'm back with a fresh look at Charlotte's entertainment offerings. For the next few months, I'll be testing a new feature, primarily aimed at weekend events and other ways to entertain yourself, your family, your visitors.
Sip + Play is your guide to fun things to do in Charlotte from Food Truck Fridays to bar crawls to events you've never experienced. I still love a party, so there also will be plenty of that.
Sip + Play will take you all over Charlotte and beyond with live event coverage on the weekends and recommendations of where to go and what to do. I'm looking forward to sharing my adventures with you. #cltevents
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