Charlotte, North Carolina may look brand-new, but there’s a lot of history. The Queen City is easy to navigate and offers a variety of attractions for a short weekend getaway.

We sat down with Executive Chef Charles Gardiner of Gallery at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Surrounded by mountains and rivers on all sides, Asheville, North Carolina is one of the most vibrant cities and the world is beginning to discover just how special it is.

We sat down with Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene of Herons at The Umstead Resort & Spa in Cary, North Carolina.