Winter 2026

Winter 2026

2026 Gift Guide: 173 local products for everyone on your list

Find regional goods for guys and gals, foodies, lovers of all things handcrafted, and more.

Spirits of the Southern Appalachians: From bootleggers to modern distillers, our craft beverage scene continues to evolve

Get to know three local distillers and their drink recipes

Head South to Ski: People go “North” to ski. One of those ski spots has “Carolina” after it!

A look backward and forward at one of our region's leading industries

Bulldog’s Overmountain Men Looking back at Rendezvous Mountain’s Revolutionary War history

Experimental Fusion: Asheville artist Casey Engel transforms emotion into physical form

Engel utilizes multiple mediums for expression

Must See: New exhibit at Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

Prehistoric Pedagogy : An imaginative new book explores Cherokee education from cradle to community

Land, Language, and Women: A Cherokee and American Educational History by Julie L. Reed

Tourism in WNC: How Helene has shaped one of our region’s largest industries

New growth after the storm

Cabin Keepers: A High Country foundation is protecting historic log structures for future generations

Hart Square Foundation's generational efforts

A Record of Love: New release from WNC singer-songwriter Melanie Ida Chopko

Never Had A Love Like This is a folk record that reflects on modern dating and human connection after the pandemic

A Mountain Hideaway: Built from the ground up, a family retreat in Maggie Valley showcases a rustic industrial style

A Waynesville Winter Dream: Our favorite ways to explore Haywood County in the cold-weather months

Our recommendations for hitting the slopes, catching a show, and finding the right place to stay

New Culture: In Asheville, Darë Vegan Cheese is creating delicious plant-based alternatives

From wedges to dips and spreads, there's something for everyone

Field to Table: Cabbage recipes from Plant's Chef Jason Sellers

Inventive, delicious meals made with a WNC staple

Made with Love: Uncomplicated Kitchen is promoting food literacy through community

Winter Gardening: Get ready for a yearlong harvest this season

Ground Local: Five coffee roasters to sample this winter

Posidonia by Amy Putansu