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Rustic Grape Wine Bar: respite from the madness

Visiting or working in Asheville, when you need a break there's a sweet little spot tucked away on a corner one block off Biltmore Ave. 

Casual Dinner at Bone and Broth

The kind of place you'd expect to find in an out of the way Boston neighborhood. A place the locals go for a drink or easy meal. Easy, but good.

“Vivian” – Say it out loud. Feel it. Go. Savor.

Asheville - Here's where it gets really interesting. Leah ordered Nordic Deviled Eggs ($8). Why is that interesting? Because it's the first time I've seen "Nordic" on an Asheville menu.

Dinner at Chimney Rock Gem, The Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant

Since my re-introduction to The Esmeralda during Hendersonville Restaurant Week this past March, I've been wanting to go for a meal. I was hoping the weather would be nice enough for dining al fresco on their wonderful deck.

Bold Rock Hard Cider announces new Summer Seasonal: Blackberry

Bold Rock Hard Cider has announced the release of their newest seasonal style, Blackberry Cider. Available on shelves June 2nd, Blackberry Cider is a fruit-forward blend featuring a tart, semi-dry finish.

Thirsty Monk Introduces Food Flights

Asheville - Thirsty Monk, brewer of Belgian-Rooted Modern Ales and operator of world-recognized craft beer bars, introduced its Food Flights program at its flagship...

Asheville’s Waterbird: Coffee, Cocktails, Community

Coffee Shop by day, Cocktail/Wine Bar by night, it's a place for community to gather, work, and/or relax. It's light, airy, and beautiful inside!

Asheville’s latest AUXymoron

"Easygoing edgy" is how I think about AUX Bar, Asheville's latest food & drink joint. Why? Because in my head that oxymoron goes to the heart of Aux Bar and its ownership.

Henderson County Career Academy ProStart teacher named 2018 Educator of Excellence

North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation, recently awarded Christine Mukosiej of Henderson County Career Academy in Flat Rock, NC.

Catawba Brewing Releases Small Batch ESB

Asheville - Catawba Brewing (http://catawbabrewing.com/) is now pouring a Small Batch ESB (5.1 percent ABV). This traditional English-style pub ale is brewed with Maris...

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