Vida in the News
Vida Means Life for Uptown Economy
Charlotte, NC (September 13, 2010) – In addition to bringing traditional, old world style Mexican cuisine with a contemporary twist to uptown Charlotte, Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina is providing another boost to center city – jobs.
The Margarita Revolution is Coming to Vida
Charlotte, NC (September 6, 2010) – Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina is changing the way Charlotte looks at margaritas by introducing The Skinny, Vida’s low caloric version of the classic margarita.
Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina Announces Grand Opening Date
Charlotte, NC (September 1, 2010) – Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina will hold its Grand Opening Celebration Thursday, September 30, according to Operating Partner Sean O’Brien and Executive Chef Chris Swinyard.
Fresh, Handcrafted Tortillas Highlight Vida Menu
Charlotte, NC (August 19, 2010) – When Chris Swinyard set out to construct the menu for Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina he made a goal to only use only the freshest, most flavorful ingredients possible. With over 25 years in the restaurant business, Swinyard knew every great Mexican dish began with homemade tortillas.
Now Hiring: Vida
Charlotte, NC (July 27, 2010) – Construction is well under way on Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina, which brings uptown Charlotte one step closer to traditional, old-world-style Mexican cuisine and handcrafted margaritas. Now, Operating Partner Sean O’Brien and Chef Chris Swinyard are constructing the Vida team, which will provide exceptional hospitality and service to guests on each visit.
Vida Boasts Restaurant Industry All-Stars
Charlotte, NC (May 12, 2010) – Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina is bringing traditional, old-world-style Mexican cuisine to uptown Charlotte this summer. The concept was designed by Chris Swinyard and Sean O'Brien, two veterans of the Charlotte dining scene.
Vida es Verde
Charlotte, NC (April 26, 2010) – Even though it has yet to open, Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina has already created buzz in the region as uptown Charlotte's first Mexican restaurant and tequila bar. Vida is also setting the pace when it comes to environmentally friendly restaurants with its Vida es Verde campaign.
Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina to Open in Uptown
Charlotte, NC (January 18, 2010) – Center City Charlotte is adding a little slice of Mexico – a combination sure to sizzle the Queen City. Vida Mexican Kitchen y Cantina is set to make an impact on the Charlotte dining scene as the area's first truly authentic Mexican restaurant and tequila bar, located at uptown's most vibrant corner – the intersection of Trade and College Streets – across from the Ritz-Carlton.
