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💎 💎 💎 A Legacy of Family Tradition and Community for 70 Years 💎 💎 💎

Written by Abby Cagle on September 18, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

The true beginning for Ellis Jewelers actually started in Downtown Gastonia amid the tumultuous times of the 1940s recession when Dan Levinson’s grandfather opened the family’s first jewelry store. This cherished establishment would go on to define an era and continue its legacy through the generations. 📍 Concord (Downtown) | 29 Union St S, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Ellis, Dan’s father, worked at his father’s Gastonia store during his college years. He graduated from Chapel Hill in 1950 and then served in the army for two years during the Korean War. Upon returning...

🍺 Cheers to Four Years of Hops Success

Written by Abby Cagle on September 6, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Southern Strain Brewing Company’s flagship Concord location is turning four and they’re throwing a two-day party that you won’t want to miss. 📍 Concord | 165 Brumley Ave NE Suite 3001, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Located in downtown Concord, Southern Strain Brewing Company is more than just a brewery; it’s a hub of artful brewing, community activities, and memorable experiences. With a commitment to traditional and innovative brewing techniques, Southern Strain has carved a niche for itself in the craft beer scene, offering...

🌎🥪 Global Flavors Await at International Sandwich Shop

Written by Abby Cagle on August 22, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson For almost two years, Lil Papi’s International Deli in Concord has been offering a sandwich experience that takes your taste buds on a world tour. Concord 📍 1096 Concord Pkwy N, Concord, NC 28027 Website | Facebook | Instagram From Puerto Rican and Dominican delights to Greek, Peruvian, and Argentinian specialties, Lil Papi’s menu showcases a vast array of international sandwiches. Doubling in size and adding an impressive 25 menu items since opening in Sept 2021, Lil Papi’s continually evolves to keep its offerings fresh and exciting....

🚂 🍖 All Aboard the Flavor Train at R&R Bar-B-Que

Written by Abby Cagle on May 15, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Serving Up Delicious Eastern NC-style BBQ for 25 Years This charming railroad-themed restaurant serves up classic dishes like chopped pork, ribs, beef brisket, and delectable sides like slaw, mac and cheese, and baked beans. The Big Barbecue Sandwich and Brunswick Stew are crowd favorites, while the succulent half Barbecue Chicken and tender Ribs will leave you wanting more! But save some room for dessert because their homemade banana pudding is a total crowd-pleaser! 🍌💕 🎉 R&R also offers catering services, making it the perfect choice for parties,...

🎸🍻 Cabarrus Brewing Launches “Rockin’ the Brew” Beer Series

Written by Abby Cagle on May 2, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink. 1 Comment on 🎸🍻 Cabarrus Brewing Launches “Rockin’ the Brew” Beer Series

🎉 Cheers to 50 YEARS! 🎊 CBC launched its latest collaboration with Harrisburg as they celebrate its 50th anniversary as an incorporated town. “Rockin’ The Brew” is an American Light Lager brewed specifically for the Burg. The series is designed to commemorate the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s as they recognize all the monumental milestones the Town has achieved to make it what it is today. Check out the beer can designs! The first beer of the series (’70s) will be released next week to select local retailers. Rockin’ The Brew will also be available at every Rockin’ the Burg concert...

🥤 ☀️ Healthy Shakes and Teas Served with a Side of Sunshine

Written by Brian Perry on March 28, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

With all the hustle and bustle going on in downtown Concord, we all just need a place to chill and relax…Welcome to Union Street Nutrition! ✨ Serving healthy shakes, energizing teas, and good vibes. What’s on the menu… 🐵 Most Popular Shake: Chunky Monkey. It might sound like a dessert, but it is also good for you! All shakes have less than 1% dairy, 24 g of protein, and 21 vitamins and minerals. 🍓 Most Popular Tea: Berry Happy. The teas are energizing and are more like a clean energy drink than a typical tea because they include antioxidants and are made from a green and black tea blend. There’s...

🍻 🎉 CBC Celebrates 7 Years of Community and Great Beer

Written by Brian Perry on March 14, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

CBC’s Anniversary Celebration on March 17th at 4pm Welcomes the Return of Food Truck Friday, Live Music from Unknown Artist, and a New Beer Release! Cabarrus Brewing Company (CBC) is Cabarrus County’s largest full-scale craft brewery, and it was also one of the first, opening in March 2016. However, it is their commitment to the community, and the community’s commitment to them that has them still raising a glass 7 years later. The CBC Difference… From day one Steve Steinbacher saw CBC as a community gathering spot as much as a brewery. “We wanted a place that brought people together.”...

🍻 Lil’ Robert’s Place Hosting “Lucky 13” Anniversary Party on Feb 3 🍻

Written by Brian Perry on January 31, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson From just a bottle shop, to the quirky but home-like bar they are today. “If you lived here, you’d be home” has been the slogan at Lil’ Roberts Place (LRP) for the past 13 years. There’s an eclectic vibe at LRP, from funky couches and chairs to an airplane hanging from the ceiling…there is a lot to take in, but it’s also easy to fit in. When Cabarrus Weekly contributor Jamie visited, there was a group of regulars hanging out at the bar and several people watching the Keno numbers as they appeared on the television screen. LRP is known throughout the...