Hi-Wire Brewing’s original South Slope taproom is the setting for musings on Asheville’s thirst for in-person connection.
What’s new in food: Taste of Asheville, Wine Walk AVL and a biscuit and mimosa pop-up
Plus, Taqueria Rosita expands its hours and Sovereign Remedies gets a refresh with former employees at the helm.
Dobra’s downtown tearoom turns over a new leaf
Well Played Board Game Café owner Kevan Frazier recently bought the shop — one of three local locations — from former owner Andrew Snavely.
A Year in Beer: Sowing and reaping at Burial Beer Co.
The year-long beer crawl continues at Burial Beer Co. on the South Slope.
Asheville Beer Choir fosters community one song and beer at a time
“The goal,” says Laura Williams, the choir’s founder, “is to connect with other singers, make friends within the community and support local businesses.” And in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, she adds, the mission feels more important than ever.
What’s new in food: CSA Fair, Holi Night Market, Irish Chili Cook-off and more
Celebrate spring with a Hindu festival of colors on the South Slope, Barn Door Ciderworks’ cider and cheese pairing, an Irish Chili Cook-off, ASAP’s annual CSA Fair and more.
Yalla food truck moves its hummus to retail shelves
After preparing free meals for the community in the weeks following Tropical Storm Helene, Yalla food truck owners Nir Asaf and Nathan Phillips were inspired to launch Snuuny Hummus.
A Year in Beer: Royal treatment at Wicked Weed Brewing
Christopher Arbor explores the beer, a chicken sandwich and some semi-deep thoughts on the local economy at Wicked Weed’s downtown brewpub.
What’s new in food: Restaurant closures and reopenings, Mean Pies pop-up and more
In this week’s food news, Rhubarb has permanently closed, Wildwood Still and others have reopened, Mean Pies has a temporary new home, and more.
Chefs Ashley Capps and Travis Schultz reinvent their ready-made meal service in Woodfin
After their River Arts District retail space was flooded in September, chefs Ashley Capps and Trevor Schultz reinvented their ready-made meal business.
What’s new in food: La Bodega’s new life, wine education, Mardi Gras dinners and more
Plus a chili cook-off and bake sale fundraiser, a singles meetup for veggie lovers and a new food pantry for Mills River.
A Year in Beer: Lounge vibes and shellfish stout at Oyster House Brewing
Opened in 2009, the brewery started with a Lobster Trap employee’s dream to make the perfect oyster stout.
Main Dish: Colombian flavors at Juancho’s Fonda
Jeison Bosch’s completely gluten-free menu features bandeja paisa, seafood cazuela and other favorite Colombian dishes.
Weird weeds and lasting legacies: Remembering chef Brian Canipelli
A celebrated culinary artist and beloved community member and business owner, the chef left an indelible mark on Asheville.
What’s new in food: For the Love of Craft moves to May
The art, beer and mac-and-cheese event will now be part of AVL Beer Week. Also this week: wine dinners, Stoobie winners and more.
A Year in Beer: Hope is on tap at the RAD’s first brewery
Wedge Brewing Co.’s original location reopened in late October after being flooded during Tropical Storm Helene.
Scholar discusses Black women, food and power in the South
The James Beard Award-winning author and University of Maryland professor will host the interactive conversation on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at UNC Asheville’s Highsmith Union.
Zillicoah rises from the post-Helene rubble
Co-owner Jeremy Chassner discusses the brewery’s Helene damage and long road to recovery.
A Year in Beer: Monastic meanderings at Thirsty Monk Biltmore Park
A recent evening at the taproom unpeeled another layer of Asheville beer history and revealed details from a brewery owner’s past life as a monk.
What’s new in food: Gawd Save the Queen, a downtown grocery store and more
In this week’s food news, Asheville mourns the tragic passing of one of Asheville’s most beloved and influential chefs. Also featured: a fundraising dinner, new downtown grocery store, Food Truck Boot Camp and more.
Bebop Bottle Shop embraces wine, art and music
The new Haywood Road venture offers bottles and wines by the glass along with workshops, music and more.
