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EAT & DRINK

EAT & DRINK

EAT & DRINK
Mar 2013
Spring Whites
Lighten up with a fresh selection of wines for the season

Mar 2013
Coffee Culture
Entrepreneur Joel Friedman builds community in Marshall

Mar 2013
Savory Sojourn
Swan Creek vineyards entice with an herb festival

Mar 2013
Joy Bistro
Joy Bistro in Boone easily sets itself apart from its merchant neighbors with the twinkle of taverna lights strung from the pergola sheltering its cozy terrace.

Jan 2013
Reds with Benefits
Drink in the healthy attributes of a great bottle

Jan 2013
Star Power
Meet a few of Mother Nature’s edible overachievers
Jan 2013
Health On Wheels
Wingbean satisfies wholesome cravings with vegan meal deliveries

Jan 2013
The Blackbird

Oct 2012
On the Rise
A Hendersonville bakery prepares at-risk youth for career success
Oct 2012
Puppy Love
A new take on stuffing will be your next crush
Oct 2012
’Tis the Season
Sugarcoat the holidays with a classic cookie martini
Oct 2012
The Cake Maven
A local cheesecake baker builds on her passion to create a sweet enterprise
Oct 2012
Toasts With the Most
Bubbly winter sparklers offer five reasons to raise a glass
Oct 2012
Egg ’em On
Stir up the competition for Highlands’ annual eggnog contest
Oct 2012
Triple Crown
Savor smoked, roasted, and sun-dried tomatoes in one hearty soup

Oct 2012
Cool for School
Mother Earth Produce delivers a fund-raising plan for classrooms
Oct 2012
Cocoa Combos
Cozy up with chocolate and wine pairings for the chilly months ahead

Oct 2012
Sweet Dream
A new candy store offers mounds of nostalgic treats

Oct 2012
Frogs Leap Public House

Oct 2012
A Welcoming Table
Native American and Southern Appalachian cuisine meet at the home of a Cherokee couple
Aug 2012
Root & Vine

Aug 2012
Earthly Delight
An Asian-inspired portobello dish leads the way to fall

Aug 2012
Recipe for Success
Celebrating 90 years, High Hampton Inn stays true to its roots with a sweet family favorite

Aug 2012
Fare Competition
Local restaurants vie for first prize in the Best Dish contest

Jul 2012
Matcha Maker
Mixologist Josh Bailey calls upon a favored tea for his latest cocktail

Jul 2012
Italian Lessons
The owners of the Inn at Little Pond Farm welcome guests for an instructive culinary fête

Jul 2012
Perfect Pairing
Gourmet meets grocery at The Artisan Market

Jul 2012
Bring the Heat
Okra gets a spicy makeover in a classic Indian dish

Jul 2012
Canyon Kitchen

Jun 2012
Cue the Smoke
Spruce Pine gets saucy with a barbecue and bluegrass festival

Jun 2012
Special Delivery
A new pimento cheese club brings the snack to your doorstep

Jun 2012
True Blue
Summer is sweeter with a blueberry lemon trifle for two

Jun 2012
Alfresco Affair
Spread a blanket and uncork one of these versatile picnic wines

Jun 2012
Sweet Sensation
Taste a seasonal feast of juicy fruit at the North Carolina Blackberry Festival

Jun 2012
The Whole Truth
Chef Jason Sellers of Plant dishes on vegan versatility and offers a fresh summer meal

Jun 2012
Artisanal

Jun 2012
Vintage House

Jun 2012
Pea Pleaser
Keep the party fresh with Laurie Bakke's pea and mint dip

Jun 2012
Bye-Bye, Bottle
Say hello to small, portable vintages debunking the box-wine reputation
Jun 2012
Southern Staple
An annual cook-off uncovers the region's best corn breads