Home + Design

Queen City Lifestyle Home and Design Event

Design community gathers for elegant evening at BOA Vista Charlotte to connect, share, and inspire Article by Queen City Lifestyle | Photography by Carissa Rogers This September, Queen City Lifestyle brought together Charlotte’s leading home and design tastemakers for an evening of connection. Guests gathered to celebrate our Style issue and toast Marie Cloud of Indigo Pruitt Design Studio, who was featured on the cover for her new textile collection in collaboration with Spoonflower. The...

Event Planning + Services

More Than a Meal

Lynn Pitts elevates the art of gathering, one table at a time Article by Elliott Harrell | Photography by Carissa Rogers Lynn Pitts has such an eye for beautiful decor and a gift for setting spectacular tables that she started a business helping Charlotteans do the same.  While you can hire Pitts to build the perfect picture-worthy tablescape for your next dinner party or event, her reasons for creating her business, The Table by Lynn Pitts, run deeper. “There's so much more to the table...

Life + Culture

A Day in the Life

With Jess Sidhom, owner of COCO LETO and investment banker Photography by Carissa Rogers 5 A.M. WORKOUT  A few times a week, I work out at 5:45 a.m. at my friend’s house. She has a group workout in her driveway. I’m not naturally a morning person, and I struggle to fit it all in, especially when we’re back to school. Getting up early and checking that off feels good. It provides Superwoman energy throughout my day, helps me make better food choices and get to bed earlier.  7-8 A.M. SCHOOL...

Health + Wellness

Giving Voice

Retired Charlotte pediatrician, Dr. Mary Martha Felkner, writes about the art and practice of healing Article by Carroll Walton | Photography by Carissa Rogers If you were lucky enough to be “in the room” with Dr. Mary Martha Felkner during her 25 years with Eastover Pediatrics, you know. If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. The lifelong Charlottean, now retired as a physician, has written a collection of essays entitled “In The Room,” turning her practice of journaling into a resource for...

Local Services

Tangible Gratitude

Luxury engraved stationery from Arzberger stands the test of time Article by Carroll Walton | Photography by Carissa Rogers In a digital world, the printed word still has the most lasting impact. Never is that more palpable than during the holiday season at Charlotte’s own Arzberger Stationers.  From now until late December, nearly one thousand custom orders will make their way through Arzberger’s 17,000-square-foot facility in South End, where engraving machines have been pressing...

Food + Beverage

If You Eat One Thing

A twist on the beloved Greek dessert at Soul Gastrolounge Article by Allie Papajohn | Photography by Frank Balthasar From 2009 until 2022, Soul Gastrolounge operated on a prominent corner of Plaza Midwood, offering small plates, sushi and craft cocktails to a passionate fanbase. When it closed due to rising rent costs, the team promised a reopening, and on August 25, the new Soul opened its doors near NoDa. Longtime patrons and first-time guests alike have flocked to the new location, soaking...

Home + Design

Sentimental Style in Salisbury

A Charlotte couple refreshes a historic home, creating a welcoming weekend retreat for hosting family and friends Article by Catherine Ruth Kelly | Photography by Dustin and Susie Peck Cheerwine and Food Lion are two significant claims to fame for the small town of Salisbury, N.C., just a 45-minute drive northeast of Charlotte. But it’s also known for its commitment to historic preservation. Many historic homes and landmarks are showcased every year during the Historic Salisbury Foundation’s...

Life + Culture

Holiday Etiquette for Children & Adults

Elizabeth Anne Russell, founder of Mannerly and Charlotte School of Etiquette offers tips for the season Article by Carroll Walton | Photography by Sarah Helen Fitschen What are three things every host should do to make guests feel welcome? Ask about dietary restrictions and preferences before a guest arrives. Offer a welcome beverage as soon as someone comes in the door. Walk your guest to the area where you plan to mingle and introduce him or her to someone else at the party. Suggest a...

Life + Culture

The Gift of the Last Time

Honoring loved ones with gratitude by cherishing final moments Article by Leslie Hooton “When you are sorrowful,  look again in your heart And see that, in truth, you are weeping for That which has been your delight”                        —Kahlil Gibran. Do you remember your… “Last time?” Most of us are not lucky enough to remember the last moments we shared with loved ones. I think if we had known what was coming, we would have paid closer attention. We would’ve focused on the easy...

Travel

Fall Travel Comfort Essentials

Jessica Drew shares her favorite travel items for your upcoming fall getaways and beyond Article by Carroll Walton Jessica Drew started her travel agency in 2021, driven by a passion for exploring the world and a desire to craft unforgettable travel experiences for others. With affiliations through Virtuoso and Departure Lounge, Jessica offers clients access to top-tier luxury travel partners, ranging from world-class hotels and private villas to exclusive cruise lines, tour operators and...