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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...

New Coffee Shop opened by Pisgah Roasters

Pisgah Coffee Roasters pretty much went all out at their new coffee shop Grand Opening this past Friday. Take a peek inside the new shop and read a bit about their family history in the coffee business.

Hungry Ghost, Thirsty Ghost, Blue Ghost Brewing Co

Grab a brew, some food from the food trailer (The Hungry Ghost), and come on over and hang out with your buddies for a while.

Find your Passion for Pinot at Season’s

Flat Rock - Last week my husband and I were lucky enough to attend the Season's at Highland Lake (http://hlinn.com/seasons) Passion for Pinot Wine Dinner. I...

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