
The group I linked up with is called The Charlotte Social. This group was started by the lovely Bri of Just Bri as an effort to bring bloggers in the Queen City together. Suffice it to say, I think she's succeeded in creating a nice little community of bloggers who are interested in meeting each other and getting out and experiencing new things.
Yesterday we met up at the NoDa Brewery in the North Davidson district. If you're familiar with that area of town, then you know that we affectionately refer to it as NoDa. There, nestled in the middle of old brick buildings and art galleries, sits the NoDa Brewing company. Having grown up in Germany, I've visited my share of Breweries, however, this was the first one I've gone to in Charlotte.
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The beer was delicious. I only had one because I had to drive myself home and I am a notoriously terrible drinker (seriously guys, alcohol tolerance of a three year old child). I tried the NoDajito; a Belgian Wit mixed with a little lime and mint. Definitely a perfect beer to unwind with after a long summer day.
The Director of Community Optimism (how awesome of a job would that be!) was sweet. He came over and introduced himself to us, which can probably be an incredibly daunting experience--imagine being surrounded by a bunch of giggling ladies who all have the power of the internets at their freshly manicured fingertips. What a brave, brave man.
For dinner, we hit up The Tin Kitchen; a gourmet food truck that rides around Charlotte, dispersing tacoy-goodness. I had the Brooks Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos, and they were yummy. To be honest, I was a bit nervous going in. After all I was born in Philly; a city notorious for their super unhealthy, yet irresistible food trucks. However, the Tin Kitchen surprised me. They have a unique menu that caters to those of us who are trying to escape the typical overcooked hotdogs and sodium saturated french fries. Definitely a win.
Find them on Twitter: NoDa Brewing/ @NoDaBrewing & The Tin Kitchen/@TheTINkitchen
Find them on Facebook: NoDa Brewing Company & The Tin Kitchen
This looks AWESOME! Glad you had fun!
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It was awesome! Thanks for stopping by :)
ReplyDeleteAw!! I wish I lived closer to be considered a "charlotte" blogger!! I organized something similar up here a couple of weeks ago and it was awesome. You're so right.. it's great to get face to face with people who "get it"!
ReplyDeleteKristen, I now dub then an honorary Charlotte blogger ;) Mi ciudad es tu ciudad!
DeleteI absolutely loved meeting you last night! I'm so glad you came and I can't wait to catch up and talk all things "blog" again soon! Thanks also for the pinterest tip!
ReplyDeleteIt was great meeting you too. So happy I stumbled upon that tweet :) Looking forward to many many more meetups in the future.
DeleteI can't wait until there is a blogger meet-up in my area! I would love to get together with other bloggers and share thoughts and creative ideas! It seems like you had a great time, and your outfit was lovely!!
ReplyDeleteThank you :) We all had a blast! You should check out meetup.com. I've linked up with a TON of local bloggers this way.
DeleteAnd thanks for the compliment on the outfit. I'm seriously fashion challenged, but just happened to be in Old Navy the other day and liked what I was seeing. P.S. The shorts are still on sale for $10 a pair!
Great photos from last night! It was nice meeting you! I can't wait for the next one.
ReplyDeleteAgreed! We should do a blogger football meetup. Maybe we could manage to persuade the Panthers to let us interview some of the players???
DeleteJealous!! It looks like you had a great time!! Love meeting other bloggers!!
ReplyDeleteWe had an awesome time. You should checkout meetup.com. I've found three other local blogging groups. It's a good way to branch out, network and meet new friends!
DeleteLooks like you had an amazing time! And that beer sounds amazing!
ReplyDeleteThat beer was divine!! Thanks for stopping by :)
DeleteIt was so great to meet you! And it looks like your little camera is doing just fine :)
ReplyDeleteGreat photos!
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