World Cup and a new fried food…

On Saturday, like many of you I am sure, I watched the USA face Ghana in the World Cup. I can admit it, I really do not pay attention to soccer unless the World Cup is going on so I only have the very rudimentary knowledge of soccer. Even though the US had a heartbreaking loss, I did discover a new food and new restaurant that I will have to visit again…

To watch the game, I went with my friends Alan and Ashley to Solstice Tavern in the NODA district of Charlotte. NODA is a really cool part of Charlotte. A full explanation of NODA is another post in its self. In looking at Solstice’s menu I came across Solstice Sundials . What are they you ask?

They are amazing! They are zucchini disks deep fried and covered with cheese and bacon. How to you make it better? Dip them in ranch!

Mmmm these are in no way healthy for you, but that is ok. I had never had fried zucchini, but I would definitely eat it again. It fries really well, not to crunchy, not to mushy. After adding cheese and bacon? I think you have a pretty good idea how amazing it tastes.

Despite a USA loss, I consider the discovery of Solstice Sundials a success. The koozies were also out for the game !

If you want a koozie just become a facebook fan and you will have a chance to win one!