In the Mood for Food!

Lunch? Snack? Dinner? Here are some great choices in charlotte when you're in the mood for food!
1. HICKORY TAVERN Oysters, Steak, and Fish- The title may be a bit deceiving but their menu definitely isn't! If you are in the mood for a sports grill feel with a touch of sophistication, The Hickory Tavern is your place. They have burgers, sandwiches, steaks, and seafood all for a fantastic price! My family can vouch for the Bayou Salmon (Blackened Salmon & Shrimp over melt-in-your-mouth Rice with Cajun Alfredo, tomatoes, scallions & one side) and the Turkey Club (AWS Bacon, melted Swiss, lettuce, tomato, brown sugar mustard on a freshly baked toasted sesame seed bun).

2. Smoothie King- I seriously go like every day! They have ones to focus on trimming down, building muscle, supplying energy, or just for a delicious snack! They have many enhancers to add to aid dieting, toning, health, and energy. You can also make it a "skinny" by substituting splenda instead of Turbinado. They have so many different flavors but I think my favorite is the Angel Food, however I'm trying a different one every time I go!

I like Smoothie King better than any other smoothie place because they are full of flavor, healthy, and there are so many choices to choose from! They aren't like those watered-down or milky kind that overlap the fruit and flavor. They also sell supplements there such as Muscle Milk, Herbal Supplements, and Protein bars and shake mixes. You get everything you need without all the unhealthy teases and distractions!

3. Just Fresh- This is a great place to eat on your lunch break! It's got the freshest ingredients in town and the taste shows! They have many different sandwiches, salads, and wraps, quick service, and indoor/outdoor optional seating.

4. Mama Ricotta's- This place is still undiscovered for what it has to offer. This Italian place may fool your eye on the outside, but the inside is classy and comfortable. It's an upscale feel with an affordable price. As soon as you are seated, a warm bread basket is delivered. They offer catering, take-out, lunch, dinner, and brunch.

I had the Stuffed Panini French Toast which was filled with warm cream cheese, mascarpone, and bananas. It tasted better than dessert and my mouth waters just thinking about it!

"I know Saint Peter Won't Call My Name"-- Cold Play (Vida la Vida)

A friend of mine pointed out this lyric in Cold Play's Vida la Vida song. I can't let the opportunity pass me by to tell others how their name CAN be written in the Lamb's Book of Life. You may say church isn't for you and God is just not your thing... but you haven't experienced Central Church of God.

We hear technical definitions of religious things, but at Central, you experience these definitions. As I was sitting in the pew, I could feel something that I've never felt before. People are always searching for something to make them complete...love, romance, parties, the gym, alcohol, etc and everything they do can't seem to satisfy.

I felt something powerful, real, and completely satisfying... the Holy Spirit. To me, the Holy Spirit is the power that ignites the soul, no matter the color of your skin, physical appearance, where you've been or where you're going, uniting believers with an uncontrolable passion for one God.

I also came to understand what church was. If you are broken, hurting, happy, lost, etc. you can come shout Halleighlujah, sit in wonder, smile and lift your hands, with others who are seeking the Healer, the Father, the Provider, the Savior. I felt at home, I felt like I was in heaven. And if the best of Earth is the worst of Heaven, I know I want to spend eternity there.

To have your name called out by Saint Peter, all you have to do is Accept that Jesus is Lord. Believe that you're not perfect. and Commit your life to Him. I KNOW without a doubt the Bible is real, prayer is real, and God is real, because when I start reading, praying, and seeking the Lord my life starts changing.

"If you come in to church feeling weak, and leave weak...you ain't been to church!" Every week is a battle, there are hardships and trials, and church is where we go to get strong and feel love... not to feel guilty or like a hypocrite. And a church in Charlotte I strongly recommend is Central Church of God!

Get saved, then get STRONG!

Kissed By The Bulb

Looking to tan in Charlotte? The best place for a membership/monthly package is by far, Palm Beach Tanning. Their prices are great...especially for students! For a level one bed, it's only $19.95 a MONTH!! AND, right now they are offering a great upgrade special...a 2 month unlimited upgrade to the level 3 bed for only $25!

The picture shows my paleness before and the result after only 4 times in the level 3 bed!

They have many locations to choose from. I used to be a member at Ultra Tan, and the beds are even better at Palm Beach!