Food lovers gather to celebrate Charlotte's culinary scene at the annual StrEATs Festival.
The Charlotte StrEATs Festival is back, bringing a vibrant celebration of food, community, and local vendors to Uptown Charlotte this spring. Kicking off with StrEATs Uncorked on April 4, food enthusiasts can enjoy exquisite wines and regional cuisines. The Tasting Tour on April 12 offers small bites from local restaurants, complete with cooking demos and live music. The grand festival day on April 13 features cooking competitions, food trucks, and artisan markets, all with free admission. Join the excitement and explore the culinary arts in Charlotte!
If you’re living it up in Charlotte, get ready to celebrate the city’s love for food and community because the Charlotte StrEATs Festival is making a grand return this spring! As part of the annual Charlotte Shout celebration, this festival promises to be a feast for the senses, bringing together food lovers and local vendors for an amazing weekend filled with delicious dishes, mouthwatering cocktails, and vibrant entertainment.
The festivities kick off with the popular StrEATs Uncorked event on April 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the beautiful Johnson and Wales University. This evening will be a delightful experience featuring some of North Carolina‘s finest wines and regional cuisines. You won’t want to miss out on this chance to sip and savor your way through a variety of incredible flavors while mingling with fellow food enthusiasts.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Mark your calendars for April 12, when the Charlotte StrEATs Tasting Tour rolls into Gateway Village from noon to 3 p.m. Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience as you indulge in small bites from a selection of local restaurants. Not only will you get to nosh on delicious food, but there will also be cooking demonstrations and craft cocktails to enjoy. Plus, there’s going to be an open bar and live music, making it the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoon!
The grand finale takes place on April 13 from 12 to 4 p.m. during the main event—the Charlotte StrEATs Festival. Located at Gateway Village in Uptown Charlotte, this festival is all about celebrating the local culinary scene while fostering community spirit through food. Best of all, admission to this scrumptious extravaganza is free! You can stroll through the artisan market, cheer on talented chefs during cooking competitions, and munch your way through food trucks featuring a variety of tasty dishes. Plus, there will be cocktail demonstrations that are sure to impress!
During the festival, be on the lookout for Chef Kendall Moore, who will be showcasing how to make Scarpinocc pasta filled with sweet potatoes, which just so happens to be North Carolina’s state vegetable. Speaking of sweet potatoes, did you know that North Carolina’s sweet potato varieties have seen a decline from 87 to just 8? Luckily, things are looking up again, with popular varieties like Covington, O. Henry, and Garnet making a comeback!
Sunday at the festival takes the culinary competition up a notch with a neighborhood cooking competition, featuring chefs going head-to-head to represent their distinct culinary styles from different parts of town. Who will impress the crowd? You’ll have to attend to find out!
This vibrant celebration not only showcases amazing food, but it’s also designed to entertain everyone—from foodies to cocktail lovers to families just looking for a fun day out. The Charlotte StrEATs Festival is co-founded by Kristen Wile and Casey Wilson and is now entering its fourth year, promising an even more exciting and interactive lineup than ever before.
So, whether you’re a seasoned chef or just love to eat, this festival is the perfect way to connect with Charlotte’s culinary community. Don’t forget to visit cltstreatsfestival.com for all the details and tickets for StrEATs Uncorked and the Tasting Tour—early bird prices are available, so grab them while you can!
Get ready to dig in, sip, and celebrate the very best of culinary arts right here in Charlotte!
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