Motorcoach Companies Helping Communities Devastated by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left widespread destruction, impacting thousands of families and communities along the Atlantic Coast. Now, more than ever, our efforts can make a difference. Several motorcoach companies are stepping up to provide essential support, supplies, and aid to help these communities recover. Join us in this relief effort by donating or volunteering.

How You Can Help

You can get involved in the following ways:

  • Monetary Donations: Financial contributions go directly toward providing essentials like food, water, and shelter for those affected. You can donate directly to local relief organizations.
  • Supply Donations: Essential items like bottled water, canned goods, hygiene products, blankets, and first aid supplies are urgently needed. Find local drop-off points where you can bring these much-needed supplies.
  • Volunteer: Consider volunteering your time to help distribute supplies or assist with rebuilding efforts. Local organizations and motorcoach companies are organizing efforts to transport volunteers and supplies to the affected areas.

 

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Savor Charlotte Brings Queen City Flavors to the Holy City on November 14

Top Chefs and Mixologists Offer an Immersive Taste of Charlotte’s Culinary Scene

  • By Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
  • October 31, 2024
  • 2-min read

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Charlotte’s renowned chefs and mixologists are taking over Charleston, South Carolina, on November 14, 2024, for a unique epicurean experience that showcases Queen City’s vibrant and evolving food and beverage scene. Combining traditional Southern flavors with innovative global influences, Savor Charlotte promises an unforgettable culinary journey for Lowcountry diners.

Created by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA), Savor Charlotte brings curated dinner features and signature cocktail pairings to five of Charleston’s most acclaimed restaurants: Edmund’s Oast, The Grocery, The Ordinary, Sorelle, and Southbound. The CRVA partners with The Local Palate to bring this representation of Charlotte’s best and brightest culinary talent to life. 

“Charlotte’s culinary scene reflects the city’s rich diversity and boundless creativity,” said Steve Bagwell, Chief Executive Officer at the CRVA. “This collaboration gives our talented chefs and mixologists a platform to showcase the distinctive flavors that define Charlotte’s culinary scene, offering Charleston diners a unique experience that we believe will spark curiosity and encourage them to explore all that our city has to offer.”

Each participating restaurant will showcase a specially curated menu and craft cocktail pairings, featuring collaborations between Charlotte’s top culinary talent and Charleston’s premier dining establishments. The chef, mixologist, and restaurant pairings are as follows:

  • Edmund’s Oast – Chef Greg Collier of 3rd & Fernwood and mixologist Mena Killough of Vinyl
  • The Grocery – Chef Kaley Laird of Mimosa Grill and mixologist Brittany Kellum of Fin & Fino
  • The Ordinary – Chef Joe Kindred of Kindred and mixologist Larry Suggs of Ramble Drinkery
  • Sorelle – Chef Sam Hart of Counter- and Colleen Hughes of Tonidandel-Brown Restaurant Group
  • Southbound – Chef Shai Fargian of YAFO Kitchen and mixologist Nadira Martin of Lorem Ipsum

Guests eager to experience Savor Charlotte can reserve a table directly at any of the participating restaurants. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, as space is limited. For more information about the chefs, mixologists, and to make reservations for November 14, 2024, visit savorcharlotte.com.

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