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Dave's Hot Chicken opened its new location on Feb. 10 off-campus at J M Keynes Dr. Although the sides were considerably serviceable and the restaurant was a bit pricy, the food and service were still above and beyond.

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Deciding where to eat in Charlotte can typically be challenging. Deciding between casual or classy dining can also be a bit difficult. Luckily, the city offers many dining options to satisfy any craving. 

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Dave's Hot Chicken will open their second location in Charlotte, in University City, on Feb.10. The new location is within walking distance from UNC Charlotte's campus. It will be open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sundays to Thursdays and from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. 

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Charlotte may be home to many UNC Charlotte students but it is also home to many specialty coffee shops. By taking the LYNX Blue Line Station, it can take you to some of the top specialty coffee shops in Queen City. 

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The Golden Owl Tavern is one of the 87 restaurants participating in Queen's Feast. Aijah Dawson, the sous chef of the restaurant, sat down with the Niner Times as she expresses her excitement for Charlotte Restaurant Week, as well as the the Golden Owl Tavern's Queen's Feast menu and dishes.

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From Jan. 20-29, Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week returns to Charlotte. Many restaurants around the Charlotte area participate in the weeklong promotional event. The restaurants offer prix fixe meals, multiple courses at a set price, which cost $30-$45.

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Baking is a hobby, skill and science. But for some, baking is something else. Baking is a pain. The precision and narrow margin for error can make it a frustrating endeavor, but some recipes are worth it. As the holiday season begins, so does the seasonal tradition of making Christmas cookies. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to get…

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Who does not look forward to their morning coffee? But the places to stop for coffee are endless and overwhelming. We all understand the need to stay on a budget, but that does not mean we must sacrifice taste. While considering where to go for a fast iced coffee fix, I realized I had no definitive answer and knew what had to be done. Iced …

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Cheerios are one of the most popular types of breakfast cereal, which come in a variety of flavors that is beloved by all. Some of the most popular and most unique flavors of this cereal are all ranked on a scale of one to ten.

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The Yiasou Greek Festival was held for the first time since 2019 and went from Friday, Sept. 9 to Sunday, Sept 11. Zeus, the mythological Greek god of sky, rain and thunder, made an appearance at Saturday's events. Despite the rainy weather, people were all smiles while attending the festivities. 

Let's set the scene: you come to UNC Charlotte, you start studying, you are in need of a snack, but you have a sweet tooth. Fear not: UNC Charlotte has plenty of places to grab a quick bite as well as some other places off-campus.

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Trader Joe's is my all-time favorite grocery store. One of my favorite things about Trader Joe's is how budget-friendly it is. Although grocery prices are on the rise, I have still been able to get groceries at a reasonable price. After shopping at Trader Joe's for years now, I have come across some of my favorite items that I can't leave t…

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Thoughtful Cup has countless coffee and other drink options for those who are not a fan of coffee. If you are a coffee lover, like me, you can order a latte, americano, cappuccino, macchiato and so much more. If you are not looking for a coffee beverage, you can order matcha, a Red Bull spritzer, hot chocolate and various types of hot tea. …

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Traveling around the country as a competitive skier may seem appealing, but for Paul Manley, it is not the most practical lifestyle. At the age of 23, Manley had to make a tough decision: go get a college degree or work for himself and quit a "bohemian" life of travel and skiing. After deciding not to go to college, Manley took any restaura…

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When I say “vegan” or “vegetarian," the first thing that comes to mind for many people is “tofu." Yes, tofu is wonderful, but it’s not the only food available to non-meat eaters.  This article is for anyone who wants to know what you can eat (on a budget) that does not include animal products.

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Chicken nuggets are amazing. They’re my go-to comfort food. Regardless of the situation, my mood is lifted after consuming some of those magical processed patties. Yet, nuggets are nothing without a proper coating of sauce. Here are my top five sauces to pair with a nice crispy cutlet. 

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Seeds, nuts, beans, peas, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, soy, peanut butter. Can you figure out what these foods have in common? I can’t. And neither can most other health professionals that identified my food intolerances. It’s a mysterious group of foods to cause negative reactions, but at least I have the list. 

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Over the course of this quarantine, I’ve taken to cooking. Luckily, our spice rack, pantry and fridge are almost always stocked, but not everyone has the time or patience to go shopping. So, if you’re an avid DoorDash or Grubhub user, these restaurants are local and will be a great way to expand your international pallet. These are a few re…

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While there are many good options for grabbing a meal on campus, if one ventures off-campus they will find that the city of Charlotte offers a multitude of fun, delicious and budget- friendly dining options.

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When there is chaos in the midwest, what is the first thing to disappear from grocery store shelves? Eggs, milk, bread and cheese. Unfortunately, this pandemic has forced many people to turn to unhealthy food providers. Delivery services such as Grub Hub and Door Dash are more popular than ever. It’s totally understandable that people are s…

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Is there anything better than Taco Tuesday? Great food, great prices, and now at great convenience: Sabor has opened up a new location in the university area. No longer do you have to ride the lightrail to NODA or uptown to experience this latin street grill. I recently had the pleasure to check out their new location off of J.W. Clay Blvd,…

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Chadwick Boyd, a figure well known in the food industry for being a guest on Food Network TV shows, his multiple appearances on The Today Show, copious amount of cookbooks, magazine branding, host of “Reel Food,” a James Beard Foundation Journalism judge and most notably, his delicious biscuits. But even with all of this esteem, I had actua…

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After standing in line at our campus Subway way too many times, I can confirm that there are too many innocent Italian Herbs and Cheese subs being ruined by a poorly thought out order. Now, I know what you are all thinking: what dimwit has enough time on their hands to comprehensively breakdown the anatomy

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As you walk into the AC Hotel lobby, you are greeted by the front desk and an attendee who escorts you to the elevator all the way to Nuvole on the 22nd floor. You have a choice to sit inside or walk straight down a few feet outside and enjoy the great high view. No