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Welcome to the premiere edition of

Currents

Currents The magazine by and for the people who call Lake Norman home 2009 APEX Award Winner for Publication Excellence

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here’s nothing like ending a fun-filled day on the lake with a nice dinner on the waterfront, sharing a decorative plate of sushi with friends or stopping by your favorite pub for a burger and brew.

The Lake Norman area is known for its unique variety of fine dining and casual restaurants. With that in mind, the staff of CURRENTS magazine decided to give our local eateries a publication of their own to help showcase their signature dishes and specialty services such as catering, banquet facilities and events.

There’s no reason to drive to Charlotte when we have such great dining experiences available right here in our own backyard.

We encourage you to explore each of the restaurants featured inside CURRENTS Cuisine and see for yourself what they’ve got cookin’ especially for you. Be sure to tell them you saw them here and most importantly…. …don’t forget to order dessert!

Sharon Simpson, Publisher Lake Norman CURRENTS magazine

Lake Norman CURRENTS is a monthly publication available through direct-mail home delivery to the most affluent Lake Norman residents. It also is available at area Harris Teeter and Lowes supermarkets, as well as various Chambers of Commerce, real estate offices and specialty businesses.

Lori K. Tate Editor - Lori@LNCurrents.com Sharon Simpson Publisher - Sharon@LNCurrents.com Carole Lambert Advertising Sales Executive Carole@LNCurrents.com Cindy Gleason Advertising Sales Executive Cindy@LNCurrents.com Jennifer Patnode Advertising Sales Executive Jennifer@LNCurrents.com Kim Morton Advertising Sales Executive Kim@LNCurrents.com SPARK Publications Publication Design & Production info@SPARKpublications.com www.SPARKpublications.com Ad Production - Stacie Mounts Mission Statement Lake Norman CURRENTS magazine will embody the character, the voice and the spirit of its readers, its leaders and its advertisers. It will connect the people of Lake Norman through inspiring, entertaining and informative content, photography and design; all of which capture the elements of a well-lived life on and around the community known as Lake Norman.

Lake Norman CURRENTS P.O. Box 1676, Cornelius, NC 28031 704-749-8788 • www.LNCurrents.com The entire contents of this publication are protected under copyright. Unauthorized use of any editorial or advertising content in any form is strictly prohibited. Lake Norman CURRENTS magazine is wholly owned by Venture Magazines, LLC. www.LNCurrents.com www.GreatLakeLivingLN.com www.LNCurrentsCuisine.com Vol. 1 No. 1 June 2010

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1/2 Price Wine by the Bottle Sunday & Monday

$4 Martinis Thursday

Chef’s Menu 4-course dinner

appetizer, pasta, entrée, and dessert $20/person Monday – Thursday

Positano Osteria brings the warmth and simplicity of the Amalfi Coast to the heart of Birkdale Village.

Owner Augusto Conte sources local ingredients to present a menu of regional Italian cuisine; house-made pastas, hand-tossed Neapolitan style pizzas, slow-braised veal Osso Bucco, whole-roasted Mediterranean Seabass, as well as the classic Chicken Parmigiana. Join us to share in the joys of authentic Italian cooking, a good bottle of wine, and the fellowship of friends and family.

8625 Lindholm Drive • Birkdale Village • Huntersville • 704 896 2979

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Creativity abounds in the kitchens of Lake Norman’s restaurants.

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Satisfy Your Taste Buds Whatever your palate desires, Lake Norman delivers

Written by Cathy Swiney Photography by Glenn Roberson

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o matter if you’re craving down-home Southern comfort food with your family or upscale, contemporary cuisine for a special night out or anything in between, you’ll find a diverse array of restaurants in the Lake Norman area.

Not too long ago, the choice Product of Lake Norman CURRENTS Magazine | CURRENTS Cuisine

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Love dessert?

There’s no shortage of goodies to soothe your sweet tooth.

of independent restaurants was fairly limited. A fish camp here and there, a Chinese place, a downtown soda shop. But as the area boomed, so did the restaurant scene. These days the 6

roads around the lake are dotted with restaurants whose menus feature Mexican, Latin American, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Italian, Greek, Irish, Indian, Creole and all manner of American cuisine.

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Casual or dressy, it’s your choice To find a smorgasbord of dining out options in one location, head to Birkdale Village in Huntersville. A walk through the pedestrian-friendly, open-air retail and restaurant destination will tempt your taste buds. You’ll feel like you’ve hit the jackpot with casual restaurants offering Asian fusion, Southern classics of fried chicken and macaroni and cheese, wood-fired pizzas, pub fare and traditional American favorites, and an upscale restaurant specializing in steaks and seafood.

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Restaurants tempt diners with fresh, regional menu options.

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Asian cuisine is a favorite among the Lake Norman locals.

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candles offer stellar menus that are worth the care you took with your attire. Whether tucked in a shopping center or occupying a 10

restored downtown building, you can expect the atmosphere to be cozy and intimate, the service to be efficient and the food to be well prepared without being fussy. Simplicity rules as chefs

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balance flavors and textures with creativity.

The waters of the lake inspire relaxing and fun-filled times, and that mood carries over into many restaurants. More often than not, diners are casually dressed, children’s favorites are offered and prices are affordable. Menus, broadly catering to a multitude of preferences, feature fresh, regional ingredients whenever possible as chefs strive to deliver a quality meal to diners.

Local and international flavors Barbecue is king in North Carolina, and the lake area is home to several ’cue joints that have legendary followings. Slow-

Nachos are always a great appetizer choice.

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Introducing ...

Curb side Carry-Out Service at Sabi Asian Bistro It isn’t Fast Food ... It’s GREAT FOOD .... FAST! Call ahead to place your order and we’ll bring it out to your car. We’ve even reserved a parking space for you!

So what if you haven’t done your hair today, or you’re wearing a wet swimsuit or gym clothes, or the baby is napping in the car .. No Problem.

You can still enjoy a delicious meal.

Sabi makes it easy with Curb side Carry-Out. Open 11 a.m. daily

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Enjoy Lake Norman’s Best and Freshest Sushi, Chinese, Japanese & Thai Open Daily at 11 am Live Music Tuesday Nights

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Located 1/10 of a mile off of I-77 at Exit 30.

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Casual fare is abundant in the Lake Norman area.

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try a side of Brunswick stew or a serving of banana pudding for dessert.

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international flavors, Asian fusion, sushi and Thai cuisine are well represented. Watch as your meal is prepared on a hibachi grill with great flair at a Japanese restaurant, see how

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high your spice tolerance is, or be adventurous and try a new sushi roll.

A day of waterskiing or just cruising the waters of the lake can leave one hungry, and fortunately, there are nearly a dozen lakeside restaurants that can ease those hunger pains with menus offering everything from oysters and ribs to Italian and contemporary fare.

Most are ultra casual with a laidback atmosphere where live music fills the air. There’s no better way to end the day than by grabbing a seat at a table on the deck and enjoying a fantastic sunset with a cold beverage and a sandwich or burger.

Dining out around Lake Norman

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