Every fall, a produce stand in Hendersonville becomes a destination.
Elkin
In the heart of wine country, a little, old town ages into a dynamic place that stands on the edge of miraculous.
Asheville’s River Arts District
In the late 1800s, this area was the booming, industrial heart of the city. Factories and mills lined the banks along the French Broad River, producing everything from fabric and flour to crackers and ice. Those businesses have long since faded away. But the district's creative spirit never died.
Sunflowers to Share
At Biltmore Estate in Asheville, most features are purely for presentation. But a few plots of plants have a second purpose.
The North Carolina Arboretum
A century ago, America’s premier landscape architect designed the state’s first arboretum. Today, on top of a mountain in Asheville, we have our own nature conservatory where every plant is fixed with a purpose — just like he wanted.
Highlands
One of the most upscale towns in the North Carolina mountains, it still welcomes anyone who can bring just a little good conversation.
One-Stop Success: Highland Books in Brevard
At Highland Books in Brevard, one couple encourages community members to explore the world around them — whether they travel far away or decide to stick around.
Mountain Pie Company
Merri and Bill Tyndall bake dozens of flavors of pie each day, including Blueberry Blintz, at the Mountain Pie Company in Hendersonville.
The Sisters McMullen
Unfortunately, this dessert spot in Asheville is now closed. See our original post about them below and other North Carolina bakeries you should visit.
