Laurie Espino

Laurie Espino Just a girl with 2 priorities: food and books! The lazy lady's guide to glamorous living.

04/25/2026

POV: You’re on vacation but still find a taste of home 🇵🇭✨ I’m so happy I stumbled upon .fl! Nothing beats authentic Filipino food while on vacation.

04/24/2026

Sunshine on a plate ☀️🌿 at brought all the fresh California-inspired flavors. Stopped by for a quick yummy and healthy lunch.

WHAT WE HAD 👇
🇮🇹Wagyu Meatballs
🥗Emerald Kale Crunch with Grilled Salmon
🍗Herb Chicken Paillard
🧊Lakeside Cooler

📍Summer House @ Disney Springs
1498 E Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, Florida

04/23/2026

Still dreaming about this amazing sushi dinner at ! 🥰❤️The neighborhood favorite serves up unique rolls and fresh sashimi.🍣🍱 Craving something different? They also having delicious rice and noodle bowls.

📍1213 West Morehead Street, Suite 140
Charlotte, North Carolina

04/22/2026

Charlotte brunch lovers - have you tried yet?🧇🔥 I finally made it over and totally get all the hype. Build-your-own waffles, stacked biscuit sandwiches, and cozy grit bowls - there’s a million things to love about this place!

Sweet or savory, how do you prefer your brunch dishes?👇

📍 This is their Rozzelles Ferry Road location, they’ve got another spot at 1020 East 10th Street

04/21/2026

✨TICKET GIVEAWAY: Ballantyne Wine Festival✨

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One winner will receive a complimentary pair of tickets to the 8th annual Ballantyne Wine Festival on Saturday, May 9th in Ballantyne, Charlotte, NC. It’s time to sip, shop, and celebrate!

Ends 4/30/2027, US Only (sorry international besties)

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04/20/2026

It’s officially patio season in Queen City, which means it’s time for cocktails at ! ☀️😎

Their beautiful outdoor space is the perfect place to unwind after work or brunch on the weekends. Yummy food, refreshing drinks, and a beautiful setting - what more can a girl what in life?! 🥰

📍Laurel Park
4201 Congress Street
Charlotte, North Carolina

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04/19/2026

POV: You’re craving sushi and find a hidden gem in Charlotte 🍣

From fresh rolls to poke bowls and ramen, .clt is a go-to when you want fresh sushi that’s quick and seriously yummy. 10/10 adding this to my regular rotation.

📍 Hamachi
4701 Park Road B
Charlotte, North Carolina

04/15/2026

FYI: New spring menu items just dropped at , and they’re amazing! Curated by the ultra-talented, Chef Karma .langston135, these items are fresh, delicious, and perfect for sunny spring days ahead!

This is the Stonecrest location, they’ve got spots in
Glendon, Kingsley, and Providence.

✨NEW SPRING ADDITIONS✨

🥓BACON FLATBREAD
mozzarella | bacon lardons | sautéed pearl onions | hot honey | fines herbes

🍣AHI TUNA TARTARE
avocado purée | citrus vinaigrette | speck crumble | herb salad | scallion ash | crispy wontons

🥖HERB WHIPPED GOAT CHEESE
hot honey | spiced sliced almonds | crostini

🐟CRUSTED HALIBUT
risotto | roasted carrots | blistered pearl onions | brown butter | scallion ash

🍄‍🟫MUSHROOM SUGO PAPPARDELLE
seared mushrooms | marsala | berbere | crispy onions | goat cheese | fines herbes
*A note that you can add protein to this if you’d like!

🍗NAPA FRIED CHICKEN
roasted garlic mashed potatoes | charred broccolini | tasso gravy

🥬SALMON CAESAR SALAD
romaine hearts | grated romano | shaved parmesan | brown butter croutons | house-made dressing

🍫MILK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE
chocolate genoise | dark chocolate crémeux | milk chocolate mousse | black cherry compote | chantilly cream

🍒CLASSIC CHEESECAKE
seasonal accompaniments

04/13/2026

Charlotte foodies, don’t sleep on the spots just outside the city. 👀🍽️ Some of the best bites around Queen City are only a short drive away, these are a few of my latest faves. Which one are you trying first?

🍻The VRTX Restaurant & Bar ()
7800A Stevens Mill Road
Stallings, NC

🍣eeZ ()
16925 Birkdale Commons Pkwy
Huntersville, NC

🍛Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant ()
9940 Pineville-Matthews Road
Pineville, NC

🍝Nonnas Italian Restaurant & Pizza ()
4995 Weddington Road
Concord, NC

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