IT’S TIME TO START SMILING AGAIN

No matter their age, everyone deserves to have a confident, light-up-a-room smile.

That’s why Dr. Jared Little of Mint Hill Orthodontics has dedicated his practice to guiding patients through their journey for happy, healthy smiles. And for the team at his practice, that starts right at the front door—with making each patient feel comfortable and safe.

“We take pride in providing a warm, inviting welcome into our cool, modern office,” says Dr. Jared Little, known to his patients as Dr. J. “The space was meticulously designed to be a fun, clean space that’s enjoyable to visit.”

Once a patient is called back for their appointment, they can speak with Dr. J about a myriad of options to find out what works best for them. Whether a patient needs Invisalign, traditional braces or something in between, their care team will be there to walk them through it all.

“Mint Hill Orthodontics takes a patient-centric approach to making you smile,” says Dr. J with pride. “By blending top-ofthe-line customer service with state-of-the-art treatment technology, we’re able to give patients the smoothest path to their dream smile.” info minthillortho.com

Potential new patients can call the Mint Hill Orthodontics office or reach out via their website to schedule an appointment.

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Everyday Gourmet

South End welcomes the stylish new Salted Melon Market & Eatery.

IIn summer of 2022, South End’s food scene got a colorful, convenient one-stop-shop in the form of upscale market and eatery Salted Melon. The owners behind Reid’s Fine Foods opened Salted Melon on the ground floor of the Lowe’s Global Technology Center, with a wide expanse of offerings for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and provisions.

Outside, overlooking bustling Worthington street, there’s a 40-seater patio. Inside, you’ll be met with a vibrant dining area, light-filled bar, a deli/bakery counter, and aisles of gourmet pantry staples.

Designed by Barrie Benson of her self-named interior design firm, who also designed all Reid’s Fine Foods locations, the 7,000 square foot market and eatery is filled with live greenery, leather booths, and colorful splashes of art. Salted Melon worked with The Plaid Penguin, a Charlotte-based branding and communications firm, to develop the name and brand.

“Watching South End grow, we recognized the demand for a convenient, health-focused concept that was approachable yet elevated,” says Thomas Coker, the COO of Salted Melon. “We hope it will have something for everyone and that it will be both a convenient option for those on the go and a welcoming space to enjoy with friends or for one’s morning coffee.”

Looking to grab a bottle of wine, something for dinner or snacks to host a party? In the market, guests will find a curated selection of health conscious, wellness-minded food and beverages that are rare to find in other local markets. They also carry a selection of beloved Reid’s Fine Foods products, including the snack mixes and take-and-bake entrees.

If you’re more in the business to sit down and eat, get your caffeine fix, or take lunch back to the office, the all-day menu begins at 7am on weekdays and includes breakfast, salads, wraps, sandwiches, bowls, coffee and espresso, and bakery items. The eatery also boasts Charlotte’s first bone broth bar from local brand Brave Broth. info saltedmelon.com

Beginning at 4 pm seven days a week, Salted Melon transforms into a dinner restaurant and cocktail bar with their expanded, full service menu. Small and large plates are offered alongside cocktails, beer and wine, and brunch is served on the weekends starting at 8 am. Executive Chef Andres Moncayo and Chef de Cuisine Jay Labs developed the Salted Melon menus and oversee the culinary team.

To add one more element to the convenience factor of this spot, Salted Melon has online ordering through its website and app, both for pickup and delivery.

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