Peachy the Magazine Summer 2019 | Page 91

CITY GUIDE Christi Pringle EAT SHOP B.D. Jeffries The best selection of host/hostess gifts and home accessories. When you receive their signature wrapped gift… you know something fabulous is inside. 720 Governor Morrison Street 704.364.4004 PLAY Petit Philippe (photo above) For wine and chocolate tasting. Just adore the origin story about the hus- band and wife proprietors—be sure to ask them how they came up with the name “Petit Philippe.” Most definitely order a caramel fleur de sel chocolate confection. 2820 Selwyn Avenue 704.332.9910 Community Matters Cafe Perfect breakfast/lunch spot with room for meetings. Charlotte Rescue Mission explains, “After complet- ing our recovery program, graduates can apply for Community Matters Café’s four-month Life Skills Train- ing Program…with the opportunity to develop work/life skills…that they may have completely lost due to their addiction.” (Insider tip: Try the Honey Bee Latte and the Sweet Potato Pancakes.) 821 West 1st Street 980.237.2147 STAY The Spa at Ballantyne (photo next page) Two girlfriends and I recently spent the day at the Ballantyne spa. We arrived at 9:00 a.m. and left at 3:30 p.m. but easily could have stayed until sunset cocktail time. We were greeted with welcome bubbly before our mas- sages. Lunch on the terrace followed by pool lounging made us completely lose track of time and where we were. The tiki bar by the pool had our names written all over it, but sadly reality called. It’s the perfect place to make SUMMER 2019 89