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Spring 2026
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A Clean Slate
In West Asheville, a nomadic couple settles into their first house and enlists a designer to make it home
The Happy Land
Former slaves forged a communal kingdom in Henderson County
Unsilent Nights
ASU’s Hayes School of Music offers a virtual holiday concert
Cures for Cabin Fever
Kids activities are making a careful comeback at these recently reopened family favorites
Now Hear These
Three new song collections with something for every ear
Rime Ice
Get to know the granular crystals that grace mountain winters
For the Birds
The NC Audubon Society’s volunteer-powered Christmas count gets good data
Words Matter
Inaugural WNC poetry contest salutes local verse
On the Bright Side
Close out 2020 with dazzling holiday lights
Getting Her Kicks
Asheville actor Hannah Kepple hits the bigtime on Cobra Kai
Slope Smarts
A former instructor offers tips on learning to ski and snowboard
Silver Linings
WNC’s resilient chefs and artisan food producers look on the bright side
Making Spirits Bright
Toasty malt whiskey meets luscious vanilla and fig in this festive concoction from Chemist Spirits
Mountain High
Two new vineyards elevate the WNC wine experience
On the Market
Amid the pandemic, winter farmers markets brave the cold
Holiday Gift Guide 2020
Asheville in Focus
Music meets multipurpose venue at Citizen Vinyl
Comfort & Joy
OWL Bakery’s Susannah Gebhart dishes on sweet and savory seasonal treats to make at home
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Smoked Trout Pâté
Fried Trout Rolls with Bacon Grits & Trout Tartare
BLT bloody mary Luella’s Bar-B-Que
Savory Noodle Kugel by Rachel Miriam
Stinging Nettle & Chestnut Soup
Shrub Sodas
Sage Advice
Riveting Rosey
Bhindi Masala
Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette
Lobster Risotto
Beet & Duck Speck Salad
Arugula, Nectarine & Prosciutto Salad
Vidalia Onion Pie
Stinging Nettle & Spinach Soup
Rabbit Two Ways
