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What the Heck is Ghost Ice?

What the heck is Ghost Ice? You might have seen it included in cocktail descriptions. There are a couple of ways to answer this question.

The Radical Hotel – a new level of Radical in Asheville’s RAD

Unorthodox in an avant-garde way and uncompromisingly radical. It's The Radical, Asheville's newest hotel, located in the River Arts District.

Culinary and Mixology Competitors Announced – 2023 NCRLA Chef Showdown

The annual NCRLA Chef Showdown competition promotes and spotlights the talent of chefs, pastry chefs, and mixologists across North Carolina.

Romantic Couples Getaway to Greeneville, TN

Greeneville, TN is a great destination for a quick getaway road trip for couples, friends, and families from WNC. See lots of history and beautiful scenery along the way and in town.

Come to your senses – getaway to The Tennessean Hotel!

Outside it looks as it did in 1982, but inside it’s an entirely different story. “Personal Luxury” for the senses begins on arrival.

First Ever NC Cider Trail Launches!

NC Cider Trail features an interactive map. Find information about each cidery, including food, pet friendliness, tours, and live music.

NC Restaurant & Lodging Association on Latest Federal Pandemic Relief Bill

New Federal Relief Bill will help create more time to work on additional programs to save beloved community restaurants, bars and hotels.

Charities face potential Millions in Losses due to Restaurant Restrictions

When we support restaurants, we are supporting our entire community.

Why Use a Bread Machine?

One of our three young children started getting intense migraines. Before going the recommended medication route, I decided to look at diet.

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas in Full Swing

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas wraps guests in the warm light of timeless family traditions, new memories & joyous time spent together

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Laura, Carolina Epicurean

Thanks for visiting Carolina Epicurean! This is where I share my passion for travel and exploring everything that is the Carolina culinary scene and beyond.

Laura

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