Here, “eating local” isn’t a trend — Appalachian cooks have always made the most of the flavors that grow around them. Today, mountain chefs continue that hearty, homegrown legacy.
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Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar in Asheville
Raise a glass at this Paris-inspired bookstore and Champagne bar, where old-world European style meets old-school Southern hospitality.
Benne Flies High on Eagle
A restaurant in a historic African-American neighborhood in Asheville finds the soul of Appalachian cuisine.
Passing the Plate with Chef John Fleer
For Chef John Fleer, a modern Sunday supper with family and friends is never on a Sunday. That’s when he’s cooking for customers. But the day itself isn’t the point: It’s the talk around the table that really feeds us.
Neighborhood: River Arts District
In Asheville, one of the country’s top arts destinations is itself a living gallery where creativity flourishes.
Cabin Fever
Just outside Asheville, a last vestige of vintage mountain travel still welcomes hikers and families alike with rustic and retro charm.
NC Primer: About the Author
For two famous writers, North Carolina was their home and inspiration.
Fresh Picks
From the Blue Ridge to Beaufort, North Carolina’s more than 250 registered farmers markets offer a taste of the season and plenty of community flavor.
No Grain, No Gain
Riverbend Malt House in Asheville turns barley and other grains into beer’s building blocks. And business is booming.
