The Farm
The Farm
Dec 2016
The remarkable rise and fall of the Goat Gland King, Jackson County’s “Dr.” John Brinkley
Oct 2016
Embark on a tour of six distinct wine-producing regions in WNC, and find out why each of our vineyards and wineries can boast of unique and notable fruits of the vine.
Oct 2016
A father-daughter team in Ashe County stretches maple syrup making to its southernmost limits
Jun 2016
The new Farm Heritage Trail highlights North Buncombe’s scenic working landscape
Apr 2016
Chef Mike Ferrari brings culinary classes and getaways to a rustic Candler venue
Feb 2016
Green River Preserve’s KALE program offers a new approach to learning about agriculture
Oct 2015
Barkley’s Mill in Barnardsville revives the old-fashioned grits tradition
Oct 2015
It’s gone to the birds at Duck Dance Farm, a waterfowl conservation venture in Burnsville
Oct 2015
A color-coded nutrition program cultivates healthy preschoolers at the Verner Center and beyond
Oct 2015
Hickory Nut Gap’s new kitchen, butchery,
and event space bring its offerings full circle
Jul 2015
A rooftop cocktail party delivers newly minted libations by Asheville’s top beverage curators
Aug 2014
Apples mean big business in Henderson County. And for third-generation orchardists like the Creasmans, they’re a way of life.
May 2014
Head across the mountains to explore all that’s new in this revitalized and thriving city
Jul 2013
True. We're biased. But we can't imagine a better place than the mountains to meet your local farmer, become a food entrepreneur, nosh on artisan eats, and savor a pint (or three).
Jun 2013
With secret menus and exciting venues, Blind Pig supper club creates one-of-a-kind experiences for culinary adventurers
Mar 2013
In Big Sandy Mush, a couple invites U-pickers to harvest an array of brilliant blooms
Jun 2012
Kleiwerks International uses the most basic of natural resources to build communities
Oct 2011
Artisan bread moves in an even fresher direction with wheat grown and milled in North Carolina
Sep 2011
Autumn is upon us, and you can park yourself in the backyard and watch the leaves put on a show.
Sep 2011
Prost! Here's to local Oktoberfest celebrations and the German tradition from which they stem
Jun 2011
A tiny chapel along a rural mountain road offers passersby a spot for respite
Jan 2011
A Morganton couple’s vibrant revamp of a circa-1880s homestead reflects their love for interior design and craftsmanship
Aug 2010
Scene Setter: Television scriptwriter Karen Hall came to Boone for a lifestyle change, but Los Angeles can’t seem to do without her