445 S. Main St. (next to Wooden Stone)
Davidson

Web: http://www.carrburritos.com/
Phone: 704-237-3040

Hours: Mondays to Wednesdays 11am-10pm; Thursdays to Saturdays 11am to 11pm

CLOSED SUMMER 2014 (See new listing for Fresh Chef Kitchen)

Fresh Market shopping center
20609 Torrence Chapel Road
Cornelius

Web: http://www.hotheadburritos.com
Phone: 704-896-0404

The bar at Carrburritos in Davidson will have Mexican beers and specialty margaritas (David Boraks/DavidsonNews.net)

By DAVID BORAKS
DavidsonNews.net

Burrittos are suddenly big in the Lake Norman area, with two new restaurants: Carrburritos in Davidson (opening Wednesday) and Hot Head Burritos in Cornelius, which opened Dec. 31. Meanwhile, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream has begun hiring for its new store in Birkdale Village. And there’s a new doughnut shop in Huntersville called Donut King. Read the full story

Lime and jalapeno marinated skirt steak, with tomatillo sauce.

If winter is bringing you down, whip up this easy weeknight meal that celebrates the flavors of Mexico. I made it on the “Charlotte Today” show the other morning, and had everyone smiling after their first bite (even musician Teddy Geiger who dropped in for a quick taste). Tangy tomatillos and bright limes make this dish jump with flavor and freshness meaning that even the dreariest winter day is sure to look a little sunnier with a plate of these in front of you. Read the full story

The Davidson Farmer’s Market is now accepting vendor applications for the spring season starting Sat., April 6. Applications may be submitted for review until Jan. 31. The Market specifically seeks grains, fruit, chocolate and organic goods. Read the full story

18409 Old Statesville Road/NC 115
Cornelius, NC
704-904-7328