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Lake Wylie just got a tad bit better! Drift on Lake Wylie is officially open for business. This chef-inspired lakeside chophouse is the newest edition to great eating on Lake…

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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – JULY 01: A waiter sets a table at Armani/Kaf, the first Kosher-certified restaurant in the UAE, inside the ultra luxurious Armani Hotel at the base of the Burj Khalifa on July 01, 2021 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The restaurant became a kosher certified dining location for the local Jewish community and Jewish tourists in early 2020, before the Abraham Accords were signed and the coronavirus pandemic shuttered restaurants and hotels throughout the UAE. It reopened in a new location within the hotel in September 2020, this time openly toting its kosher credentials. Dubai’s Jewish community has been increasingly visible after the United Arab Emirates normalized relations with Israel as part of last summer’s Abraham Accords. The deal spurred more formal economic cooperation between the countries, while more businesses in Dubai, including newly opened kosher restaurants, are catering to Jewish customers. (Photo by Andrea DiCenzo/Getty Images)

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Lake Wylie just got a tad bit better! Drift on Lake Wylie is officially open for business. This chef-inspired lakeside chophouse is the newest edition to great eating on Lake Wylie.

This fine-dining restaurant offers dinner, dessert, and libations for all of its guests. The restaurant opened officially on May 9, 2022, with limited reservations during the first week. This is your chance to enjoy such foods including shrimp cocktail, lobster crab cakes, scallops, salmon, creme brûlée, and more. Drift on Lake Wylie also offers private dining and catering services for guests to enjoy. They can help provide various setups for large groups, small seated meals, cocktails with passed canapés, social shindigs, or corporate fetes.

Drift is located at 315-M Lanyard Ln. Belmont, NC. They are open Monday - Thursday from 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy a great day or night lakeside at Drift on Lake Wylie and enjoy a great view while eating great food.

Cheers! Did you know North Carolina is the home of America's first grape? North Carolina is also the only place in the world where every major type of grape is grown. Visit NC curated a list of 8 wine trails and vineyards to visit across the state. With nearly 200 wineries in North Carolina, enjoy a great sip throughout the state.

North Carolina wineries and vineyards will truly have you sipping great energy across the state. North Carolina offers intriguing wine experiences including vineyards with llamas, a treehouse, and the country's most visited winery. Lucky for you, I took Visit NC's list and brought it here just for you!

Wine Peaks in the Valley

The Yadkin Valley area is one of the most prominent wine regions on the East Coast. While the valley is home to more than 40 vineyards and wineries, you can plan your trip by focusing on the dozen or so that stretch across the charming, neighboring towns of Elkin, Pilot Mountain, Dobson, and Mount Airy.

Tastes of the World

Visit the Swan Creek Wine Trail and enjoy a good time! There are 4 vineyards all within 5 miles of each other. The wineries specialize in varietal wines and blends including a strawberry "shortcake" wine at Shadow Springs Vineyard.

Hanging With Furry Friends

Divine Llama Vineyards is home to the largest llama farm in the Southeast! Visit and pick your favorite vintage and take a short stroll to the llamas, who are perfect for photo ops and inducing laughs.

'Cue the Vino

Visit the Southern Getaway Wine Trail and enjoy not only great wine, but some great barbecue. Located in the central region, the city has its own style of barbecue, the aptly named Lexington-style for you to enjoy. 

A Grand Tour

Head to the mountains and enjoy great sips with even better views! The Biltmore Winery is your chance to visit the largest private home in America and enjoy great wine. This winery is the country's most visited winery and one you will not forget.

Toast to the Coast

Visiting Rose Hill? Head to Duplin Winery and enjoy wine from the largest wine production facility on the East Coast. Head to the local wine stores and get some of your favorites including: Carolina Red, Hatteras Red, Magnolia and Scuppernong labels. 

Overjoyed and Overnight

Spend the night at your favorite wineries and the fun never has to end. Banner Elk Winery and Villa is your chance to sip great labels and enjoy a night in the mountains. Or stay at the Treehouse Vineyards in Monroe near Charlotte and enjoy a unique wine filled experience.

An Apple (Drink) A Day

Hard cider is truly the secret spot in everyone's heart. Head to Mills River and visit Bold Rock Hard Cider near Asheville and enjoy a taproom, tasting bar, and patio for a great time.

Randi Moultrie is a Charleston, South Carolina native and has been in the radio industry for the last few years in Charlotte. Randi started with Beasley Media Group as an intern in 2019 and is now thriving in the digital world. Randi enjoys writing about her favorite foods (especially pizza) and all things fashion and travel. As one who loves taking trips to find new foods, it’s not surprising that she enjoys writing about both!