Charlotte's top dishes and drinks chosen by our journalists, July 2024
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Tapas spread from Marina's Tapas, opening soon inside Optimist Hall. Photo: Laura Barrero/Axios
Charlotte is having a sweltering summer, so our team is keeping it cool with creative cocktails and smoothies.
Koi Pond cocktail from Saku in Uptown
"If you like boba, you must try this cocktail ($16) from Saku, a vibey Uptown sushi spot. It's peach vodka, orange blossom-infused green tea, tart kiwi, lime juice and peach boba pearls, of course. But the best part is the garnish: koi fish gummies. An adult beverage with a childlike spirit." — Alex Sands, reporter
"The Bro" smoothie bowl from Mamaka Bowls in South End
"During one of our impressively hot July days, I cooled off with a smoothie bowl from the recently opened South End cafe, Mamaka Bowls. For a higher protein option, I was recommended 'The Bro' bowl, a blend of peanut butter, protein powder, banana and almond milk ($9.50)." — McKenzie Rankin, reporter
Tartufo pizza from Pizza Baby East
"Sometimes you just need to pick up pizza for dinner and call it a day. This was the comfort food I craved to combat a summer cold on a rainy Monday. It hit the spot." — Ashley Mahoney, reporter
Patatas bravas from Marina's Tapas
"Marina's Tapas, a Spanish food stall opening soon inside Optimist Hall, recently had a pop-up tasting event inside Customshop. The whole spread was delicious (see the featured photo in this story), but my favorite dish was the patatas bravas ($7)." — Laura Barrero, editor
Check out our favorite dishes from January, February, March, April, May and June.