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Boojum Brewing Company – the Boojum is Real!

Waynesville, NC - Where to meet a friend for lunch (or any meal) in Waynesville? How 'bout a spot that's as much restaurant as it is brewery, sporting a killer deck out back and live music venue downstairs?

Discover Asheville’s Luscious Urban Oasis: Liberty House Coffee and Cafe

Asheville - Normally I have a good idea what to expect before checking out a new (to me) spot like Liberty House Coffee & Cafe. This time, close to a blank slate, so surprises were around every corner.

Finding happy in Harvey’s new small plates

Hendersonville - now that they're fully staffed & the Inn's humming along, they're able to focus on the restaurant: menu development, events, & more.

Wine Dinner at a burrito joint?

Beaufort, NC - Dank Burrito Wine Dinner, because honestly, wouldn't you want to know what a wine dinner at a burrito joint would be like?

Rezaz-underrated, but IMO one of Asheville’s best restaurants

We wanted to treat our son to a delicious birthday dinner earlier this week. Considerations included great food, of course, a good wine &...

Summiting the RAD

Something's happening in Asheville's RAD (River Arts District). If you haven't been in a while, it feels like a shift is happening. Artists and others are moving to an area closer to the river.

Haywood Common: Uncommonly Cool in West Asheville

Quick one this time to let you know about a sweet spot in West Asheville. Haywood Common has been around for a while, but...

Eating and Drinking my way across NE NC

Eating and Drinking my way across NE NC, talking to farmers, fishermen/women, producers, processors, and the eateries that benefit from their hard work.

When locals kickstart a city’s revival with new restaurants & brewery

Asheboro's revival at the hands of locals seems to have started in 2013 when two new businesses opened. A second local-owned restaurant followed in 2015.

The Asbury – Defining “Modern Southern” Cuisine

Staying at the historic Dunhill Hotel is always a special treat. Their location is perfect for exploring downtown Charlotte.

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Laura, Carolina Epicurean

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