4 food and drink events worth a taste in Charlotte this week

4 food and drink events worth a taste in Charlotte this weekPhoto: Maggiano's Little Italy/Yelp
Hoodline
Published on May 17, 2018

Hungry for something new?

If you love to eat and drink, this week offers a great chance to explore the world of Charlotte food and beverage. From a murder-mystery Italian feast to the annual beer fest, here's what to do on the local food scene this week.

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Murder Mystery Dinner at Maggiano's Little Italy

Solve a mysterious murder at Maggiano's Little Italy, over a great meal. The dinner party this Friday evening throws you in the middle of a hilarious homicide investigation — where you might end up being the prime suspect.

While playing, you'll dine family-style on zucchini frittes, gnocchi and Italian sausage doused in creamy tomato sauce, blackened red fish with garlic spinach, double chocolate brownies and more decadent Italian favorites.

When: Friday, May 18, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Maggiano's Little Italy, 4400 Sharon Road
Admission: $65

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Wizard Pub Bash at Rabbit Hole

Throw on your robe and pointy hat and crawl bar-to-bar with fellow Harry Potter die-hards. Your ticket gets you a signature wizard wand and exclusive drink specials at participating venues.

When: Saturday, May 19, 2-10 p.m.
Where: Rabbit Hole, 1801 Commonwealth Ave.
Admission: $20 for general admission, $18 each for groups of four, $35 for VIP ticket and T-shirt

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6th Annual Charlotte Beer Festival at Rooftop 210

The city's annual beer fest returns this Saturday afternoon with all-you-can-drink (responsibly) samples of craft, imported and specialty beers. Breweries on tap this year include Deschutes, Oskar Blues, Austin Eastciders and Lagunitas.

When: Saturday, May 19, 3-7 p.m.
Where: Rooftop 210, 210 E. Trade St.
Admission: $15 for general admission, $30 for VIP access

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GET BAKED Dessert Market

Overdose on sugar at the dessert market coming to Lenny Boy Brewing Co. this Sunday afternoon. Rain or shine, more than 20 local bakeries and dessert trucks are slated to bring sweet treats — including gluten-free and vegan options — to the brewery.

When: Sunday, May 20, 1-5 p.m.
Where: Lenny Boy Brewing Co., 3000 S. Tryon St.
Admission: Free

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