There are many gems in the Queen City crown.

Even locals love this stuff.

From burgers and shakes to Southern comfort classics.

When it comes to spots in Charlotte serving up cold beers and refreshing cocktails, the options are seemingly endless.

Fact: Charlotte’s got serious pizza game.

The air is a bit more crisp.

With an ever-growing skyline that is prominently featured on coffee mugs, t-shirts, and other apparel, Charlotte has officially embraced the rooftop bar (about time, right?).

After a long week at work, Charlotteans show up en masse on Saturdays and Sundays at their favorite brunch spot for Bloody Marys, mimosas, and all the breakfast/lunch hybrid comfort food that makes brunch the best meal possibly ever.

Let’s talk beer.

Known for agriculture, universities with intense basketball rivalries, Cam Newton’s fashion choices, and political missteps over the past few years, North Carolina is also home to roughly 322 miles of ocean shoreline.

Charlotte is a vibrant and fast-growing city that’s undoubtedly coming into its own.

Although Charlotte -- and North Carolina -- have been in the news lately for the sale of our football team, it will be another sport that will be a big part of the Queen City this summer: soccer.