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Fall 2025
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A Friendsgiving Feast
James Beard-nominated Chef Meherwan Irani infuses classic ingredients with Indian flavors for a Thanksgiving celebration with family and friends
Cultura
Restaurant Review
A Christmas Story
In a quest to hold onto his twins’ childhood innocence, a father attempts the most cheerful family intervention of all—complete with elves, trees,...
Chefs' Food & Bev Faves
We asked chefs to spill the beans on their favorite local restaurants, bars, and purveyors, and the results offer a delicious insider’s guide to...
Feast On This
May the holidays be merry and bright with this locally curated gift guide for the gourmand
Love It! - September/October 2019
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Fired Up
The towers that once helped the mountains ward off blazes are finding new lives as hiking destinations
Last Page - Al Junek
“Traveling through North Carolina, I was always left awestruck by the beauty of the mountains.”
Timeless Beauty
A gracious Lake Toxaway abode blends the character of yesteryear with modern comforts
Banner Elk
The time’s right to take in this small town’s elevated offerings
Pumpkin Perfection
Pumpkins are a hallmark of autumn, but jack-o’-lanterns are just the beginning of the fall fun. Make the most of the season with an idyllic outing to...
Peak Expression
25 fall foliage adventures that are big on color and light on crowds
New & Notable - September/October 2019
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations
En Vogue Vino
Raise a glass to vegan-friendly wines this fall
Eat Your Fill
Explore WNC’s culinary landscape at five foodie fests
Pucker Up to Persimmons
Sweeten the season with this divine autumnal fruit
Nuttin’ To It
The Acornucopia Project’s nutty revolution
Gotcha a Kabocha
Chef Philip Bollhoefer amplifies autumn flavors with Japanese winter squash
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Tamales con Queso
Chocolate-Cherry Hand Pies
Cauliflower with Tarator Sauce
Jam-jar Daiquiris
Apple Relish
Watermelon-mint Syrup
White Wheat Cake
Old Fashioned
Luscious Limoncello
Lobster Risotto
Devil’s Oasis
Crab Apple Juice
Shaved Kabocha Squash & Pappardelle with Kabocha Cream
Roasted Sunchokes with Dried Beef & Fish Sauce Aioli
Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette
Winter Vegetable Salad
