Charlotte Ranks #1 in the US – Best Value Cities with Best Weather – 2022

Charlotte, America's Best Relocation City

Charlotte Ranks #1 in the US - Best Value Cities with Best Weather - 2022 All signs point to the Queen City as Charlotte continues to rock the numbers when it comes to popular relocation cities across America!  We truly do live in a beautiful, sunny city, where our neighbors are friendly and welcoming, our children enjoy top ranked schools and on occasion, we even see a little snow! Why do relocation clients and businesses select Charlotte as one of the most popular destination cities?  Our economy is in a constant state of betterment; our affordability is second only to Omaha, NE according … Continue reading...

Things to do in Charlotte Year-Round (2021 Edition)

Things to do in Charlotte Year-Round One of the things I loved about raising my children in Charlotte were the number of things to do with my kids, who love adventure. As my children have grown, I still do have clients with little ones who also seek adventure and Charlotte remains chock-full of incredible things to do…and not just adventuresome activities! NASCAR Hall of Fame - As Charlotte is the center of NASCAR, we landed the Hall of Fame in 2010. After a few lean years (recovering from The Great Recession), this well-known Charlotte venue has become an ever-evolving shrine to … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do in Charlotte – Mert’s Heart and Soul

365 Things to Do in Charlotte - Mert's Heart and Soul Charlotte, NC:  Dining | Uptown | Southern, New Southern Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, Mert's Heart and Soul is one of my favorite restaurants in the Queen City.  It is also one of the most sought after dining destinations in all of Charlotte.  Mert's offers their award-winning macaroni and cheese, sweet, buttery cornbread, shrimp and grits, mouth-watering southern fried chicken and even delectable black-eyed pea patties.   Mert’s has been featured on Diners & Dives & Around … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do & Places to Go | Charlotte Knights – BB&T Ballpark

BB&T BallPark

365 Things to Do & Places to Go | Charlotte Knights - BB&T Ballpark BB&T Ballpark In 1987, George Shinn, also the founder of the NBA Charlotte Hornets, bought the minor league team from the Crockett family. Shinn committed to building a permanent home for the team and in 1988, the team, formerly known as the Charlotte Orioles(a 2-A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles) was re-named the Charlotte Knights. Crocket Park, with a ‘make-shift’ stadium was soon outgrown and as Shinn affiliated with the Chicago Cubs, a new stadium was in the works. Fort Mill, SC became home to … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do & Places to Go |Civetta – Now Open in Stonecrest

365 Things to Do & Places to Go |Civetta Now Open in Stonecrest (South Charlotte) Vivace’s Raleigh-based Urban Food Group has just opened a new South Charlotte Italian restaurant. The restaurant, Civetta (Italian slang for flirty little girl) opened in Stonecrest. Fine Italian Dining in Stonecrest (South Charlotte) The space was formerly Smoke Modern Barbecue. Lunch and dinner are served and the menu (so far) sounds divine! Chef Mike Cruz has one inviting menu - we think this one is going to be a big South Charlotte restaurant hit! Pastas, dough and sauces such a Bolognese are … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do and Places to Go in Charlotte – Village Tavern

VIllage Tavern SouthPark

365 Things to Do & Places to go in Charlotte - Village Tavern Located in the Rotunda building in the heart of Charlotte (SouthPark), Village Tavern  Their mission: “To serve the best possible food, at affordable prices, using only the finest, freshest ingredients and to enrich the lives of each other, our guests, and our community. In other words to make a positive difference.” What we love about Village Tavern - it's not stuffy yet, not too casual either; the décor is quietly eloquent but, not too elegant either. Tables and booths surround the bar area with massive … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do & Places to Go in the Charlotte Metro Area – Fran’s Filling Station

365 Things to Do & Places to Go in the Charlotte Metro Area - Fran’s Filling Station Fran Scibelli, the owner of Fran’s Filling Station, has been active in Charlotte’s culinary scene since 1994. Her first restaurant, the Metropolitan Café, is a big hit in the Uptown area. Her second venture, Charlotte’s first artisan bakery, the Metropolitan Bakery was closed as Fran set her focus on a full-scale restaurant, providing eclectic dishes designed to satisfy both ‘grazers’ and hearty diners.  Fran, a former Washington, DC criminal defense attorney, has a passion for food and … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do & Places to Go in Charlotte – Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

Stowe Botanical Gardens Orchid exhibit

365 Things to Do & Places to Go in the Charlotte Metro Area -  Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden January 28 – March 3, 2019ART & ORCHIDS:  INVISIBLE LINKS Exhibition Open DailyJanuary 28 – 31; 9AM - 4PM.February 1 – March 3; 9AM - 5PM. COST: Free with Garden Admission or Free for Members This popular exhibition was created by students in Denver Botanic Gardens’ School of Botanical Art & Illustration, portraying plants for scientific purposes as well as to celebrate the beauty of the natural world. Experience, first-hand, the fascinating diversity of living … Continue reading...

Things to Do & Places to See in Charlotte – Libretto’s Pizzeria

Libretto's Pizzeria Charlotte NC

Things to Do & Places to See in Charlotte - Libretto’s Pizzeria This week, we had our team meeting at Libretto’s Pizzeria in Ballantyne. This popular Italian restaurant and authentic New York-style pizzeria is located in a shopping area which we frequent - our dentist is located in the complex too. As much as we love our dentist, we much preferred dining than going to visit him! Even New Yorkers who have relocated to Charlotte agree that their pizza gives them a sense of being back in New York! They have everything from my favorite, caprese salads and shrimp scampi to a … Continue reading...

Things to Do & Places to See – The Pump House (Rock Hill)

Things to Do & Places to See - The Pump House (Rock Hill) While those living in Fort Mill, Tega Cay & Rock Hill are a hop, skip & a jump from this wonderful restaurant, it’s certainly worth the short drive from Charlotte!  The Pump House, Rock Hill, SC At The Pump House, you will experience some of the best Southern-inspired American cuisine available anywhere in the Charlotte Metro. The Pump House features fresh, local ingredients, prepared by accomplished local chefs who know what great food is all about.  In addition, you’ll enjoy celebrating the … Continue reading...