Callie Presley
QC Life Social Media Coordinator
Charlotte, NC
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Callie Presley is the QC Life Social Media Coordinator and Guest Manager at WBTV. Callie enjoys spending time with her husband and puppy dog, eating delicious food and exploring all that the Charlotte area has to offer!
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A highly anticipated restaurant in Charlotte’s NODA neighborhood is now open. Orto brings northern Italian flavors to the Queen City.
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There’s a new pie shop opening in Huntersville’s Birkdale Village. Buttermilk Sky is currently operating under a soft opening.
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You know we’re all about those TikTok trends on QC Morning. Well, we found another pretty cool food hack that will help elevate your next charcuterie board.
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Kristen Hampton’s Bean Surprise, you never know what you’ll find inside!
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Have you ever wanted to spend a day in Uptown Charlotte, but you weren’t sure where to eat or where to grab a drink? Well, we found a solution to your problem. Taste Carolina usually gives tours of restaurants in Uptown.
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A scratch deli in Charlotte is getting ready for an upcoming Jewish Holiday. Chef Rob Clement is the Head Mensch at Meshugganah Charlotte and he just added someone new to the team, Hannah Woociker, the Babka Queen.
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Little Mama’s Italian in SouthPark offers some Italian classics. But what’s a good dinner…without dessert?
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Sometimes you just need a good burger. The Stanley in Charlotte has one but it’s not technically on the menu.
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King Cake is a Mardi Gras tradition. You can always order one, plenty of bakeries offer them. But if you haven’t already, it’s too late for that now.
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Nothing says love like a bowl of mac and cheese….unless it’s pink mac and cheese. SAY WHAT?
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You’ve most likely seen this video circling your social media accounts. It started on TikTok and somehow became viral. It’s a recipe for a delicious pasta dish.
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The Queen City’s newest bakery, Yum Yum Crumbs, is both clever and convenient!
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Looking for a sweet treat to share with the one you Valentine? Amélie’s French Bakery & Café has plenty of options
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Chef Jill’s Tampa Bay Style Cuban with Crispy Gulf Shrimp Recipe
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“This hearty pocket or sandwich was brought to the Midwest by German immigrants. Also called Runzas. This meat, cabbage, and cheese pocket is the perfect handheld fare for the Super Bowl, especially for CHIEFS fans!
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Just in time for a nice Valentine’s dinner, 5Church is re-opening tonight.
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As Super Bowl 55 approaches, we’re helping you plan your game night menu, starting with the drinks. Who doesn’t love a good punch? The Spindle Bar at Optimist Hall in Charlotte has a drink that’s perfect for the big game.
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A seafood restaurant in Uptown Charlotte is offering cocktails to-go and they have some new options. Their latest menu features drinks named after “80s Yearbook Superlatives”
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Sometimes there’s nothing better than a nice cup of hot tea. While it may seem intimidating if your new to tea drinking, brewing your own is actually pretty easy.
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This week we have been showing you the latest and greatest food life hacks!
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You don’t want to celebrate National Chocolate Cake day with subpar cake. There are things you can do from start to finish to make your cake taste and look great.
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It’s Kristen’s favorite day of the year….National Chocolate Cake Day!
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One year ago, it seemed like a new brewery was opening in Charlotte every week. Then the pandemic hit. So what’s in store for 2021?
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If you’ve watched our show at all you know, we (producer Heidi) love a good life hack on QC Morning.
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Yesterday was national peanut butter day. Since we couldn’t celebrate yesterday, we’re doing it today.
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They’re known for their donuts, but did you know that “Your Mom’s Donuts” also makes several different varieties of bread?
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Monday you can try some soup from some of the most popular chefs around Charlotte. The best part? It’s all for a good cause. Co-owner of Leah and Louise, Chef Greg Collier joined us on QC Morning to tell us about the Pay What You Can Soup Kitchen.
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Freshlist is launching a “Community Supported Restaurants” subscription service. Jesse Leadbetter is the Co-Founder and CEO of Freshlist.
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Here’s a good excuse to visit some of your favorite restaurants or maybe try several for the first time. The 2021 YoCo Taste Trail has been unveiled.
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A local mom and daughter duo is trying to find a niche in the Charlotte food market with Magpies.
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If you’re looking for something new to try for dinner...you may want to check out Wu-Rons.
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That spot recently reopened with the name “The Bella Ciao”. But that is not the only change for the restaurant.
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Now we’ve learned about another operating in Charlotte. SNAP Shellfish is billing itself as a “hidden seafood shack” featuring fresh shellfish with an emphasis on real, not imitation.
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If you’re having brunch at home, why not have some fun with it and make a brunch board? Chrissie Nelson Rotko is an author and blogger.
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The weather is a little chili but the newest cocktails at Dogwood Southern Table & Bar should warm you right up!
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Hey Cheerwine lovers, this is for you! One local chef has created a Cheerwine poptart. Chef Adam Spears is the owner and executive chef at Local Loaf over in Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood.
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This year, people in North Carolina can choose a cocktail to-go to celebrate New Year’s Eve or to enjoy at any time at home.
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Amelie’s French Bakery and award-winning pastry chef, Sadruddin Abdullah have teamed up to bring plant-based goodness to NoDa.
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We are in the middle of the holiday season and of course, that means we’re eating lots of sweets! But if you’re trying to stick to a healthier diet, we’ve got a treat just for you.
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This morning, Chef Jill showed us how to make a delicious Grinch Punch. Now, she’s going to show us how to make Grinch popcorn.
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We all have that favorite family recipe we love making over the holidays. For Cheryl, it’s Pralines.
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There’s nothing better during this time of year than sitting down, snuggling up with your family, watching your favorite holiday movie, and sipping on something hot.
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He’s new to the WBTV crew and this was his first appearance on QC@3. His name is Brandon Hamilton and he joined us in the kitchen to show us how to make spicy shrimp tacos.