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EAT & DRINK

EAT & DRINK

EAT & DRINK
Oct 2015
Seasonal Sensation
Catch the buzz for Highland’s Cold Mountain Winter Ale
Aug 2015
Earthy Delights
Savor the season with estate wines that pair perfectly with fall fare
Aug 2015
Cuisine With a Cause
Hendersonville restaurant Dandelion serves up sustenance and job skills for those at risk of domestic violence
Aug 2015
Wild Flavor
The latest brewing trend brings foraged ingredients to hyper-local beers
Aug 2015
From Farm to Fryer
Fill up on apple cider doughnuts fresh out of Hendersonville
Aug 2015
September/October New & Notable
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Aug 2015
Postero

Jul 2015
Happy Hour 
A rooftop cocktail party delivers newly minted libations by Asheville’s top beverage curators

Jul 2015
The Pop of Bottles Shops
The fusion of tap brews and bottling creates a new wave of beer service
Jul 2015
Bearing Fruit
The region’s first pawpaw orchard delivers a Southern delicacy to local dinner tables
Jul 2015
Beyond The Battle
Whether or not they fight for the title in the WNC Battle of the Burger, these joints are worth a visit
Jul 2015
Vine to Stein
Tap the freshest of beer at the Hop Harvest Tour
Jul 2015
New & Notable
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Jul 2015
Summer Pod-Cast
Chef Andrew Long gives okra the Louisiana treatment with an Appalachian twist
Apr 2015
Drink Up
Mark your calendar for a slew of craft beer events
Apr 2015
Summer Refresher
Antlers Bar at Bistro Roca shakes up seasonal cocktails
Apr 2015
A Cut Above
Find fresh, quality meats, plus grilling tips, at local butcher shops
Apr 2015
Play It Cool
Fields of Gold Farm brings a novel approach to gelato

Apr 2015
New & Notable May 2015
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Apr 2015
Caffé Rel

Apr 2015
A Feast for the Senses
A group of catering pros create a backyard breakfast-inspired cookout for friends

Mar 2015
Local Yokes
This Easter, celebrate with eggs of all sizes

Mar 2015
Foodie Fêtes
Three spring festivals celebrate local cheese, beer, and bread
Mar 2015
Pints for the Pious
The Parson’s Pub spreads the good word of craft beer in Murphy
Feb 2015
New & Notable
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Feb 2015
CoBo Sushi

Feb 2015
A Growing Passion
Chef Evan Chender, aka The Culinary Gardener, loves cultivating specialty greens
Dec 2014
New & Notable
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Dec 2014
King James Public House

Dec 2014
Winner’s Circle
Sip and savor award-winning wines from WNC
Dec 2014
Fitness Fuel
Power up anywhere, anytime with these locally made energy bars
Dec 2014
Raising the Bar
Take in lavish libations and killer views at Beech Mountain’s 5,506ˇ skybar
Oct 2014
Delicious Gifts

Oct 2014
Season's Eatings
Five celebrated chefs offer their favorite holiday dishes and the recipes to recreate them at your own family gathering
Oct 2014
November 2014 New & Notable
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations

Oct 2014
Ruka’s Table
Highlands 163 Main St. (828) 526-3636 www.rukastable.com L, D $$$
Oct 2014
The Meat of It
Whether your holiday dinner includes ham, turkey, beef, or a walk on the wild side, John Kerr of Metro Wines in Asheville offers wine-pairing tips for your pièce de résistance
Oct 2014
Sugar & Spice
Appalachia Cookie Co. bakes up everything nice for the season

Oct 2014
Food Fight
One of WNC’s own heads to the World Burger Championship
Oct 2014
What’s Cookin’
Three local authors pass the taste test with new titles