William Dawson
William Dawson is a journalist who now calls Charlotte home. A native New Yorker, his love of words can only be matched by his love of fine cuisine and a great bourbon.
Stories by: William Dawson
How these entrepreneurs are changing the face of the wine industry
The women behind The Guilty Grape and Culture Wine Blogger share how they're moving to achieve better representation in the wine industry.
By William Dawson | September 1, 2020
The ‘Rose’ that grew during a pandemic
After sowing a seed in 2017, Taylor Jackson’s Redd Rose Vodka brand is flourishing as online sales increase during the national shutdown.
By William Dawson | August 10, 2020
Veltree chef Velvet Jacobs talks new Hollywood restaurant and journey to L.A.
VTree Hollywood opened on April 30 with altered plans due to coronavirus. It’s the second restaurant from the team behind Charlotte’s Veltree vegan cafe.
By William Dawson | May 12, 2020
Photographer Jonathan Cooper is taking culinary art to a new level
Cooper is using his lens to show us how to view food differently.
By William Dawson | March 16, 2020
Charlotte baker to appear on Food Network competition
Frankie White, owner of BW Sweets Bakery in east Charlotte, will appear on the Feb. 10 episode of Food Network's "Girl Scout Cookie Championship."
By William Dawson | February 1, 2020
Cuzzo’s Cuisine announces plans for University City opening
Chef Andarrio Johnson and Anglee Brown to open second location in partnership with Black franchise owners.
By William Dawson | January 16, 2020
Charlotte Black Restaurant Week set for Oct. 21-27
Organizers are driving attention and business toward Black-owned restaurants to help keep doors open.
By William Dawson | October 12, 2019