CHARLOTTE, NC – In the heart of the American South, where culinary traditions often lean toward slow-smoked barbecue and fried staples, a different kind of flame-kissed tradition has taken root. VIVA Chicken, the Charlotte-born powerhouse of Peruvian-inspired rotisserie, has announced a major cultural and culinary activation to honor its roots. On Tuesday, July 28, the […]

Raleigh, NC – May 19, 2026 – The air in Raleigh, North Carolina, recently thrummed with the irresistible aroma of slow-cooked pork, as the annual Carolina Pig Jig competition descended upon the Got To Be NC Festival. This celebrated event, a true testament to the region’s deep-rooted barbecue heritage, showcased an array of pulled pork […]