A FUSION OF MUSIC, ARTS, AND COMMUNITY FUN CELEBRATE HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY THIS SUMMER Kick off your summer with a journey through culinary and cultural scenes in Charlotte and beyond! Start with the Taste of Charlotte, a feast for the senses featuring local delights and live entertainment. Next, honor community and heritage at the North Carolina Juneteenth Festival, celebrating black excellence with over 100 vendors, captivating performances, and engaging activities. Cap it off with Boonerang, a dynamic music and arts festival in Boone that offers everything from free concerts to silent discos. Dive into these vibrant events and make unforgettable memories this June!
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TASTE OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte, June 7–9 TasteOfCharlotte.com
Indulge in Charlotte’s largest food festival, Taste of Charlotte, spanning three days on Tryon St. in the heart of Uptown. Admission is free, with festival coins available to sample a wide array of dishes and drinks from local restaurants or explore three stages of live entertainment and performances. Don’t miss the chance to experience everything Charlotte has to offer through its flavors and culture. Download the Taste of Charlotte App for a contactless experience and a taste of local culinary delights!
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OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH HONEY-YOGURT CREAM AND STRAWBERRIES
2024 NORTH CAROLINA JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL Concord, June 15 CharlotteCultureGuide.com/event/429329
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1 1/2 cups almond flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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Celebrate culture and community at the 2024 North Carolina Juneteenth Festival! Themed “Educating, Empowering, Entertaining,” this event showcases over 100 black-owned businesses offering crafts, art, and more. Enjoy performances, kids’ games, and a variety of vendor shopping experiences with free giveaways, discounts, and coupons. Support your community at this family-friendly, free event to empower and celebrate together!
1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda
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2 qts fresh strawberries, quartered 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt 1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
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1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp lime zest
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3 1/2 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup honey
BOONERANG MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL Boone, June 14–15 BoonerangFest.com/info
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease 8-inch springform pan. Line with parchment paper and lightly grease. 2. In medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, and baking soda. 3. In a stand mixer, whisk sugar and eggs on medium-high, about 3 minutes. Add oil, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla. On low, gradually add flour mixture until just incorporated. 4. Pour batter into pan. Bake until golden brown and toothpick comes out with crumbs, 40–45 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. Invert cake out of pan onto wire rack and let cool completely. 5. Whisk yogurt, cream, and honey. Top each cake slice with spoonfuls of yogurt mixture and strawberries.
Looking for a fun day trip? Immerse yourself in the vibrant beats of Boonerang, downtown Boone’s free music and arts festival, now in its third year! Experience an array of live shows across multiple stages, savor delicious eats from food trucks and downtown restaurants, and explore unique crafts. Don’t miss the kids’ zone, beer vendors, and thrilling afterparties, which include free silent disco sessions on Friday and Saturday nights. Come join the fun at Boonerang, where music and arts come alive!
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