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James Beard-nominated chef revives Mattie's Diner

Sam Diminich will reopen it as Grey's Diner, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Food and Drink

Mattie&#x27;s Diner on The Plaza, which <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="closed last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/04/matties-diner-closing-the-plaza" data-vars-content-id="130cf239-0fe2-4989-94ef-e65b6c9bcfb2" data-vars-headline="James Beard-nominated chef revives Mattie&#x27;s Diner" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/04/matties-diner-closing-the-plaza" target="_self">closed last summer</a>, will reopen this spring as Grey&#x27;s Diner. Why it matters: In buying Mattie&#x27;s, James Beard–nominated <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="chef Sam Diminich" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/02/22/chef-sam-diminich-is-opening-a-restaurant-a-mile-from-where-he-used-to-be-homeless-285932" data-vars-content-id="130cf239-0fe2-4989-94ef-e65b6c9bcfb2" data-vars-headline="James Beard-nominated chef revives Mattie&#x27;s Diner" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/02/22/chef-sam-diminich-is-opening-a-restaurant-a-mile-from-where-he-used-to-be-homeless-285932" target="_self">chef Sam Diminich</a> and the team behind <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Your Farms Your Table Group" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/01/07/restaurant-constance-your-farm-your-table-hopeway-mental-health-facility-meals" data-vars-content-id="130cf239-0fe2-4989-94ef-e65b6c9bcfb2" data-vars-headline="James Beard-nominated chef revives Mattie&#x27;s Diner" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/01/07/restaurant-constance-your-farm-your-table-hopeway-mental-health-facility-meals" target="_self">Your Farms Your Table Group</a> want to provide Michelin-level hospitality in a space where families, neighbors and regulars can grab a booth without a reservation.<ul><li>The approach aims to challenge the perception that farm-to-table dining is exclusive.</li></ul>

Weekender: 30 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including live music and a street market

Events happening Feb. 20-22 include Jurassic Quest, a bridal show, Hornets game, food truck rodeo and indoor skating.

Things to Do

This weekend is filled with family-friendly activities from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jurassic Quest" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/14/interactive-jurassic-quest-event-comes-to-concord-this-february" data-vars-content-id="7354553f-52b9-4f01-b302-71c83bcd96cc" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 30 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including live music and a street market" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/14/interactive-jurassic-quest-event-comes-to-concord-this-february" target="_self">Jurassic Quest</a> to a South End street market.

Ballantyne 2026 event guide: Festivals, concerts and markets

Ballantyne's event calendar is filling up for 2026, with returning festivals, outdoor concerts and even more to experience at The Bowl.

Neighborhoods

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Ballantyne&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/03/10/guide-to-ballantyne-including-bowl" data-vars-content-id="dbc446dd-d3c0-4760-b827-793745e0f292" data-vars-headline="Ballantyne 2026 event guide: Festivals, concerts and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/03/10/guide-to-ballantyne-including-bowl" target="_self">Ballantyne&#x27;s</a> event calendar is filling up for 2026, with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="returning festivals" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/31/ballantyne-event-guide-2025" data-vars-content-id="dbc446dd-d3c0-4760-b827-793745e0f292" data-vars-headline="Ballantyne 2026 event guide: Festivals, concerts and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/31/ballantyne-event-guide-2025" target="_self">returning festivals</a>, outdoor concerts and even more to experience at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Bowl" data-vars-click-url="https://thebowlnc.com/?utm_source=2060digital&amp;utm_medium=localseo&amp;utm_campaign=gbp" data-vars-content-id="dbc446dd-d3c0-4760-b827-793745e0f292" data-vars-headline="Ballantyne 2026 event guide: Festivals, concerts and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://thebowlnc.com/?utm_source=2060digital&amp;utm_medium=localseo&amp;utm_campaign=gbp" target="_blank">The Bowl</a>.Why it matters: As the area keeps growing, its mix of live music, buzzy dining spots and green space is turning this once-corporate corner of south Charlotte into one of the city&#x27;s go-to hangouts.

The evolution of Bank of America Stadium

From site selection in 1989 to what the stadium will look like in 2030, here's a timeline of Bank of America Stadium.

Sports

By 2030, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bank of America Stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/03/nfl-stadium-renovations-panthers-bank-of-america-tepper" data-vars-content-id="e78b5e93-6f6a-4540-af79-e5ade529995b" data-vars-headline="The evolution of Bank of America Stadium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/03/nfl-stadium-renovations-panthers-bank-of-america-tepper" target="_self">Bank of America Stadium</a> will have a fresh look. Why it matters: An $800 million renovation will transform the 30-year-old venue, which is among the oldest in the NFL. Tepper Sports &amp; Entertainment&#x27;s deal with the city also keeps its teams — the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC — here through 2045.

"Married at First Sight" is casting in Charlotte again

The producers behind "Love Is Blind," "The Ultimatum" and "Perfect Match" are now casting Charlotte singles for a new season of "Married at First Sight."

News

The producers behind &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Love Is Blind" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/13/biggest-controversies-season-six-love-is-blind-charlotte-netflix" data-vars-content-id="c7611e19-f57a-465d-b036-cf6dc5d6e94f" data-vars-headline="&quot;Married at First Sight&quot; is casting in Charlotte again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/13/biggest-controversies-season-six-love-is-blind-charlotte-netflix" target="_self">Love Is Blind</a>,&quot; &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Ultimatum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/08/30/19-places-in-charlotte-featured-on-netflix-the-ultimatum-337934" data-vars-content-id="c7611e19-f57a-465d-b036-cf6dc5d6e94f" data-vars-headline="&quot;Married at First Sight&quot; is casting in Charlotte again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/08/30/19-places-in-charlotte-featured-on-netflix-the-ultimatum-337934" target="_self">The Ultimatum</a>&quot; and &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Perfect Match" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/07/quote-du-jour-charlotte-love" data-vars-content-id="c7611e19-f57a-465d-b036-cf6dc5d6e94f" data-vars-headline="&quot;Married at First Sight&quot; is casting in Charlotte again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/07/quote-du-jour-charlotte-love" target="_self">Perfect Match</a>&quot; are now casting Charlotte singles for a new season of &quot;Married at First Sight.&quot;Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s dating scene feels &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="messy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/14/netflix-love-is-blind-cast-interviews-charlotte-dating" data-vars-content-id="c7611e19-f57a-465d-b036-cf6dc5d6e94f" data-vars-headline="&quot;Married at First Sight&quot; is casting in Charlotte again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/14/netflix-love-is-blind-cast-interviews-charlotte-dating" target="_self">messy</a>&quot; and &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="frustrating" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" data-vars-content-id="c7611e19-f57a-465d-b036-cf6dc5d6e94f" data-vars-headline="&quot;Married at First Sight&quot; is casting in Charlotte again" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" target="_self">frustrating</a>.&quot; Reality TV keeps tapping into that energy, and this show is asking people to take it even further by legally marrying a stranger on camera.

What Charlotte singles are saying about the local dating scene

Many singles graded Charlotte's dating scene an "F," citing frustrations with the dating pool, app culture and a lack of serious intent.

Dating

We asked Charlotte singles to share their hot takes on dating in the city, and their pain points ranged from the pool of prospects to dating app culture.Why it matters: More than 100 readers and Instagram followers weighed in — and gave <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the dating scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" data-vars-content-id="801342d9-bd17-42de-80b8-206bb0a2d9b9" data-vars-headline="What Charlotte singles are saying about the local dating scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" target="_self">the dating scene</a> a solid &quot;F,&quot; a downgrade from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a &quot;C&quot; a decade ago." data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2016/10/20/dating-scene-in-charlotte-survey-69426" data-vars-content-id="801342d9-bd17-42de-80b8-206bb0a2d9b9" data-vars-headline="What Charlotte singles are saying about the local dating scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2016/10/20/dating-scene-in-charlotte-survey-69426" target="_self">a &quot;C&quot; a decade ago.</a>

Why dating in Charlotte feels so frustrating right now

Dating is hard everywhere. But in Charlotte, singles say it comes with its own set of frustrations.

Dating is hard everywhere. But in Charlotte, singles say it comes with its own set of frustrations.Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s dating disconnect reflects a broader shift: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Apps" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/11/charlotte-dating-app-for-dog-lovers-frolly-pet-owners" data-vars-content-id="34f89558-6e13-406a-b6b1-0e0c676273eb" data-vars-headline="Why dating in Charlotte feels so frustrating right now" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/11/charlotte-dating-app-for-dog-lovers-frolly-pet-owners" target="_self">Apps</a> make dating easier to access, but meaningful connections are harder to find.

Burned out on apps, some Charlotte singles are dropping $10K for a matchmaker

A Charlotte matchmaker says young pros know the apps aren't working,  so they're turning to her instead.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dating" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/dating" data-vars-content-id="c96604ce-91c5-4612-973d-51cc58582732" data-vars-headline="Burned out on apps, some Charlotte singles are dropping $10K for a matchmaker" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/dating" target="_self">Dating</a> in Charlotte is rough. So rough, some younger daters are paying nearly $10K to skip the apps.Why it matters: One local matchmaker hopes her services will help younger singles survive a burnout-heavy dating scene and challenge the idea that matchmakers are only for older, seasoned daters.&quot;

How a Charlotte author turned a situationship into a viral novel — and what's next

After a BookTok breakout, Charlotte author Alissa DeRogatis has a new romcom coming in 2026.

Some heartbreaks get dissected in the group chat. For Charlotte <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="author" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/01/17/local-recommended-authors-books-north-carolina" data-vars-content-id="53ec3ba4-e7cf-4511-9f24-d5160832d0e5" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte author turned a situationship into a viral novel — and what&#x27;s next" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/01/17/local-recommended-authors-books-north-carolina" target="_self">author</a> Alissa DeRogatis, one turned into a novel — and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="launched her career" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tiktok.com/@alissaderogatis/video/7381260289855180078" data-vars-content-id="53ec3ba4-e7cf-4511-9f24-d5160832d0e5" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte author turned a situationship into a viral novel — and what&#x27;s next" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@alissaderogatis/video/7381260289855180078" target="_blank">launched her career</a>.<ul><li>DeRogatis went viral for writing about a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="situationship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.vogue.com/article/what-is-a-situationship" data-vars-content-id="53ec3ba4-e7cf-4511-9f24-d5160832d0e5" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte author turned a situationship into a viral novel — and what&#x27;s next" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.vogue.com/article/what-is-a-situationship" target="_blank">situationship</a> — that familiar almost-relationship stuck somewhere between &quot;just talking&quot; and something real.</li></ul>

Where Charlotte couples say they met their spouses

The places married Charlotte couples say their love stories began — and where to find a life partner in the city.

We recently asked our married Charlotte readers to share where they met their current partner.Why it matters: In a city where <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="modern dating" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" data-vars-content-id="59727536-7481-49c6-9674-2a4d0e0e3440" data-vars-headline="Where Charlotte couples say they met their spouses" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/13/charlotte-dating-apps-irl" target="_self">modern dating</a> comes with its own set of challenges, it&#x27;s refreshing to hear the origins of real love stories.

10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers

Charlotte evolves fast. But the nerves and awkward magic of a first kiss stay the same.

Culture

We <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="asked our readers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/06/readers-where-was-your-first-kiss-in-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/06/readers-where-was-your-first-kiss-in-charlotte" target="_self">asked our readers</a> to share the stories behind their <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first kiss" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/10/24/twin-cities-first-kiss-map-artist-book" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2025/10/24/twin-cities-first-kiss-map-artist-book" target="_self">first kiss</a> in Charlotte. Why it matters: Charlotte is changing quickly. New <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="buildings" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/16/developments-construction-groundbreakings-2025-anticipated" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/16/developments-construction-groundbreakings-2025-anticipated" target="_self">buildings</a> go up, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hangout spots" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/18/50-best-bars-in-charlotte-ranked-138366" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/03/18/50-best-bars-in-charlotte-ranked-138366" target="_self">hangout spots</a> shift, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new restaurants" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/03/new-restaurants-bars-businesses-opened-2025" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/03/new-restaurants-bars-businesses-opened-2025" target="_self">new restaurants</a> open, and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="old favorites" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/20/final-farewells-the-restaurants-we-lost-in-2024" data-vars-content-id="951dd280-b074-4dbd-a39c-92eeb0dee409" data-vars-headline="10 Charlotte first kiss stories from our readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/20/final-farewells-the-restaurants-we-lost-in-2024" target="_self">old favorites</a> fade. But the nerves, excitement and awkward magic of a first kiss stay the same.

This Charlotte bar hosted a night for women to expose cheaters — and it went viral

The Instagram post announcing the event, which took place Nov. 21 at Johnny Dollars, pulled over 600,000 views.

More than 100 women crowded into one of Charlotte&#x27;s most beloved <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dive bars" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/12/best-dive-bars-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="71f9cfb1-9f31-4f72-8b43-6b797e27d3be" data-vars-headline="This Charlotte bar hosted a night for women to expose cheaters — and it went viral" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/12/12/best-dive-bars-charlotte" target="_self">dive bars</a> recently to bond over cheating exes. Why it matters: Johnny Dollars has become a magnet for Charlotte&#x27;s twenty- and thirty-somethings, thanks in part to its viral social media presence that taps into online humor, nightlife culture and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city&#x27;s messy dating scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/14/netflix-love-is-blind-cast-interviews-charlotte-dating" data-vars-content-id="71f9cfb1-9f31-4f72-8b43-6b797e27d3be" data-vars-headline="This Charlotte bar hosted a night for women to expose cheaters — and it went viral" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/14/netflix-love-is-blind-cast-interviews-charlotte-dating" target="_self">city&#x27;s messy dating scene</a>.

Blind Date: Alex and Victoria's first date lasted five hours with "no awkward silences." Is it a real connection or just banter?

Two Charlotte singles met for wine and conversation — here's how their Blind Date unfolded.

We&#x27;re back with another edition of our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Blind Date series" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/dating" data-vars-content-id="cb49ad81-2558-4f7d-a2a3-48559e106382" data-vars-headline="Blind Date: Alex and Victoria&#x27;s first date lasted five hours with &quot;no awkward silences.&quot; Is it a real connection or just banter?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/dating" target="_self">Blind Date series</a>. This time, we sent Victoria and Alex to wine and dine at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dilworth Tasting Room" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2020/01/13/best-coolest-wine-bars-in-charlotte-68007" data-vars-content-id="cb49ad81-2558-4f7d-a2a3-48559e106382" data-vars-headline="Blind Date: Alex and Victoria&#x27;s first date lasted five hours with &quot;no awkward silences.&quot; Is it a real connection or just banter?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2020/01/13/best-coolest-wine-bars-in-charlotte-68007" target="_self">Dilworth Tasting Room</a>. Ready to meet your match this year? <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Apply here" data-vars-click-url="https://opinionstage.com/page/efa6a0d9-10b1-4a2d-a07a-57a36048a474" data-vars-content-id="cb49ad81-2558-4f7d-a2a3-48559e106382" data-vars-headline="Blind Date: Alex and Victoria&#x27;s first date lasted five hours with &quot;no awkward silences.&quot; Is it a real connection or just banter?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://opinionstage.com/page/efa6a0d9-10b1-4a2d-a07a-57a36048a474" target="_blank">Apply here</a> for an upcoming date and send the application to your single friends. It&#x27;s super easy!

Blind Date: We played matchmaker for a Charlotte "Love Is Blind" alumna. Here's how it went

We're back with another edition of our Blind Date series. This time, we matched Sunni from "Love Is Blind" with Brian, a local Charlotte realtor.

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