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Castello Barone Vineyards

A boutique, family-run estate built on Faith, Service and Family and a love of great wine.

Brooklyn South Pizzeria

Family-owned restaurant proudly serving the Lake Norman community since 1998. They take pride in preparing their on handmade dough, sauces & dishes from their family recipes.

Corrado Gelato

Carrado carefully selects ingredients, sourcing both locally and from Italy, to create flavors that are clean, refined, and authentic.

Banfi Wines

Banfi is a renowned Italian winery founded in 1919 and based in Montalcino, Tuscany, celebrated for elevating Brunello di Montalcino to global prominence. Banfi merges traditional expertise with modern, eco-friendly techniques for a diverse range of palates.

San Giuseppe Salami Co.

Made with 100% farm-raised pork and hand-crafted from start to finish, San Giuseppe Salami Co. meats offer consistent quality ready-to-serve for retail and foodservice applications.

Mionetto

Mionetto's DNA is an integration of heritage, premium quality, taste and style, where everything comes together as a single, unique emotion.
An experience that we call Design del Gusto.

Indaco

Indaco is rooted in warmth, generosity, and the simple joy of gathering around a table. Inspired by the spirit of Italy and shaped by the energy of our communities, we create spaces where connection comes naturally, over a glass of wine, a shared dish, or a laugh across the table.

King of Fire

Bringing the fire to events, weddings and special occasions with mobile catering featuring their award winning wood-fired pizza.

Mama Ricotta's

Charlotte’s definitive homestyle Italian restaurant serving up made-from-scratch family favorites for over 20 solid years.

GIA Distillery

Grappa and liqueur producer made in the old world style from Trieste. Our process includes using the whole grape for fermentation providing a smoothness not found in any other Italian Grappa.

Mariella & Grace

Producers of some of the highest quality, most unadulterated olive oils in the world with olives harvested from the Adriatic coast of Gargano, Italy.

Palm Bay International

Hand-selected, exceptional wines that deliver quality and enjoyment at every level.

Novanta 90 Pizzeria

Community-driven cuisine. Offering Neapolitan pizza, artisanal Italian dishes, craft cocktails, beers, wines and more. Bringing their family's traditions to you.

PERONI

Since 1963, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is designed to release the passion in all of us. Created with the sharp, sophisticated beer drinker in mind, their beer uses high-quality ingredients and supreme craftsmanship.

Pizza Baby

Pizza Baby focuses on hearth-baked and naturally fermented pizza dough, clean-label cured meats, authentic cheeses and veggies purveyed by local farms and gardens.

Portofino's

Italian ristorante that features a variety of traditional Italian dishes, from wood-fired pizzas to house-made pastas, classic risottos, and decadent desserts. Portofino's takes pride in creating menus inspired by a timeless passion for good.

PRP Wines Int'l

The pioneer of in-home wine samplings. Since 1989, PRP continues to deliver the taste and feel of the vineyards to their clients’ doorsteps.

Queens Italian & Shaved Ice

Offering the hottest line-up of premium Italian and shaved ice in Charlotte. Products created with premium ingredients, a rotating selection of flavors and seasonal concoctions.

Oak City Amaretto

Oak City Amaretto is a Veteran-owned business which carefully selects all natural ingredients from American suppliers to ensure you enjoy quality flavors rarely found in other amarettos.

Siano

With 25+ years of experience, Siano's master cheese-makers have perfected the art of creating authentic Italian cheeses, ensuring traditional flavors and exceptional quality.

Sweets & Savories by JoyMarie

A charming establishment in Charlotte that offers a delightful array of Italian baked goods and savory dishes.

Tayste Catering

An all-inclusive catering company focusing on providing a memorable experience while surrounded by the things they love the most: incredible food and great company.

The Everyday Market

A community-focused cafe that strives to create simple and delicious made-from-scratch food paired with exceptional coffee.

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato has the feel of your local coffee house combined with the familiarity of the neighborhood bistro—everyone is welcome to stay a while, catch up with old friends, and enjoy delectable desserts!

The Teal Turnip

The Teal Turnip combines creativity with local ingredients for dishes and drinks that are fun, exciting and engaging.

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