November/ December 2014

November/ December 2014

With 50 breweries counting, Western North Carolina's reputation as a craft beer mecca continues to grow, but for how long? Experts and brewers weigh in on the industry's future.
A crucial ingredient takes root in WNC
A new enterprise lets homebrewers in on the action too
Cherokee and Clay counties stand to attract wine lovers with a newly designated grape-growing region
An up-and-coming Asheville restaurant will showcase innovative and sustainable design
Boone artist Arthur Hash rethinks the way we see and wear jewelry
Three local authors pass the taste test with new titles
One of WNC’s own heads to the World Burger Championship
Documentary filmmaker Jeremy Seifert hungers for challenging stories about our daily diets
Appalachia Cookie Co. bakes up everything nice for the season
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations
Five celebrated chefs offer their favorite holiday dishes and the recipes to recreate them at your own family gathering
Highlands 163 Main St. (828) 526-3636 www.rukastable.com L, D $$$
A lunchtime accident launches a line of linens
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
Difficulty: Easy Length: 1.3 miles round-trip
Make a moonshine run to see some of WNC’s historic stills