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Adventurous Palates

A group of friends who get together once-a-month to try different ethnic cuisines--either in a restaurant or hosted by one of our members. Anyone is free to join, and the only requirement is that each member pay for his or her own meal.

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JAN5
Greek Isles' menu consists of traditional Greek recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Virtually everything on the menu is prepared in-house; from the bread to the...
MAY5
Join us a we venture to a land without forks. Sample the glorious cuisine of Africa, Ethiopia specifically.
JUN2
Our second dinner event will take us to a delightful and deliciously forbidden land - Cuba.
AUG4
Cafe Monte brings French fare to Charlotte. Along with its freshly baked artisan breads, croissants and crepes, this French bistro has a delectable dish for everyone. It also features an espresso...
SEP1
Maharani offers an array of traditional Indian cuisine with every dish presented uniquely infused with its own precise blend of spices. The 16th century founders of this North Indian cuisine were...
OCT6
We will try the unique experience known as Dim Sum. Dim Sum is the name for a Chinese cuisine which involves a wide range of light dishes served alongside Chinese tea. Dishes come in small portions...
NOV3
The holidays are all about comfort food, and the Green Tomato offers this in abundance. They offer a wide array of fresh vegetables and southern specialties. Chicken fried steak, deviled eggs, and...
DEC1
Our good friends Donner & Blitzen recommended German cuisine! The menu is chock full of traditional German treats like sausages, schnitzels (breaded meats), and tangy delicious sauerbraten...
JAN5
Greek Isles' menu consists of traditional Greek recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Virtually everything on the menu is prepared in-house; from the bread to the...
FEB2
Big Ben British Pub & Restaurant has been part of the Charlotte restaurant scene since 2005. In addition to having the best fish n' chips in town, they offer other traditional British fare such as...
MAR2
Monsoon Thai Cuisine offers all the traditional Thai dishes that have made this food a favorite for people who appreciate exotic flavors and grand presentation. From tasty noodle dishes like Pad...
APR6
Pio Pio serves authentic Colombian (and Peruvian) cuisine in a uniquely decorated setting, with colorfully hand painted Columbian artwork. From lightly breaded steak to delicious chicken dishes,...
MAY4
Mediterranean cuisine is meant to be enjoyed in warm weather! Whether it's a light hommos dip, a delicious grilled kabob or an exotic falafel wrap--you'll get a tasty meal that won't leave you...
JUN1
You might be surprised to learn that "sushi" actually refers to cooked vinegar rice, rather than the toppings (which are usually seafood--sliced raw fish by itself is called sashimi). Koishi...
JUL6
Fiamma offers all the traditional delicious Italian specialties you'd expect - antipasti (first course) delights such as calamari and salads, a variety of meat and seafood dishes, and of course...
AUG3
Tex-Mex Cuisine fuses the best of American and Mexican food into one glorious fiesta. Whether it's BBQ ribs, fajitas or seafood--you'll find something that's robust in flavor and fun to eat. Top it...
SEP7
Cuisine Malaya offers an exotic blend of culinary flavors - Malay, Indian & Chinese. They also have a hibachi grill and Sushi bar.
OCT5
Sole offers the best of Spain. Relax after work with an array of tapas and sangria; or settle in for a feast of steaks, chicken and fresh seafood, accompanied by a bottle of Rioja from their...
NOV2
Owned and operated by best friends Hamsa Hashi and Jamile Sheik, Jamile's is featured on this year's Taste of the World Tour in Charlotte. The menu offers a selection of favorites from their native...
DEC7
We always like to do comfort food for the holidays, so this year we picked another Southern specialty - barbecue. Mac's has it, and plenty of it! Beef brisket and the hand pulled pork barbecue are...
JAN4
By popular demand, we are dining at Lang Van as our first meal in 2011. A Charlotte favorite for years, Lang Van serves up delicious Vietnamese specialties made with the freshest ingredients. ...
FEB1
Want some food you can feel great about eating? Luna's offers a unique restaurant experience - "a place with the peaceful heart of home and the living art of fresh vegan and raw foods". From the...
MAR1
Cho Won offers the best Korean cuisine in Charlotte - from barbecued beef and pork dishes to hearty buckwheat noodle dishes and hot pot casseroles.
MAR3
Hey all! Stacey & I decided we could combine our love of great food with some community activism. Join us for a GET REAL session at Amelie's. We'll have some exquisite French desserts as well as...
APR5
El Pulgarcito is home to delicious pupusas, a staple Salvadoran dish made with thick corn tortillas stuffed with savory fillings, served with a side of curtido, a cabbage slaw. Corn and chicken...
MAY3
Start your meal with savory meat pies or a Scotch egg, then move on to Cock-A-Leeky soup or a Toasty (pub sandwich). Heartier appetites may want to try some Shepherd's Pie or Fish & Chips. Save room...
JUN7
Ready for a trip to N'awlins? Cajun Queen can take you there! Start your journey with a Seafood Gumbo or Crawfish Scampi. Main courses include Blackened Pork Tenderloin or a sinfully spicy...
JUL12
Tapas is the name given to a wide variety of appetizers, or small plates, in Spanish Cuisine. They may be hot or cold, but the idea is to get to try a variety of dishes in smaller portions to create...
AUG2
Mongolian Barbecues are based on a legend that soldiers of the Mongol Empire gathered large quantities of meats, prepared them with their swords and cooked them on their overturned shields over a...
SEP7
It's been two years since we've enjoyed Indian Cuisine together! Copper offers traditional fare such as Chicken Tikka Masala and curries, but also has contemporary Indian delights like Tawa Jhinga -...
OCT4
Still wanting to hold on to summer? Why not squeeze in one last visit to the islands, with Caribbean Cuisine! Anntony's offers pork, ribs and chicken cooked in the traditional caribbean style. ...
NOV1
Most people are familiar with Chinese restaurants, but how many of us can say we've dined off the "secret" menu? 88 China Bistro carries all of the Chinese dishes we've come to expect - Kong Pao...
JAN10
Can you believe we've never done Mexican cuisine??? This oversight was pointed out at December's dinner, so the group decided we'd start 2012 off with our own fiesta! Azteca is known throughout...
FEB7
We took an informal poll over dinner in December, and this was the experience the majority of those in attendance wanted to repeat. Dim Sum, literally translated as "touch of the heart", is the...
MAR6
Looking for a taste of the Old World right here in the Queen City? Ri Ra Irish Pub can provide! Start off with some Irish Potato Cakes (no potato famine here!) or the Dublin Crab Cakes, then treat...
APR3
A favorite of the annual Taste of the World tour, Mily & Lalo offers great Peruvian specialties in a cozy environment. Owner Guillermo Villanueva uses fresh ingredients, and recipes passed down from...
MAY1
Want a taste of Central America, right on Central Avenue? Cuzcatlan delivers with delicious pupusas (Salvadoran turnovers stuffed with yummy fillings), soups and other dishes. The prices are cheap...