Wedge, Hillman, Currahee and BearWaters took home medals from the Denver event Oct. 5-7.
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Theater review: ‘St. Nicholas’ at 35below
When a show is called St. Nicholas, it seems likely it’s a Christmas piece about a certain bearded character in a red suit. But not the St. Nicholas that’s playing through Sunday, Oct. 22, at 35below. Written by Conor McPherson, this is a monologue play about an unnamed and burned-out theater critic who is obsessed […]
Carolina Beer Guy: Zillicoah Beer will make sours, lagers in Woodfin
Buncombe County’s 37th craft beer operation will produce two of the industry’s most difficult and time-consuming styles — and do so without a brewhouse.
Theater review: ‘King Mackerel’ at N.C. Stage
Before those summertime memories start slipping away, make a quick trip to the beach — or to the musical comedy King Mackerel and the Blues are Running, on view at N.C. Stage Company through Sunday, Oct. 8. Director Neela Munoz does a fine job with this heartfelt show, written by Bland Simpson and Jim Wann […]
Carolina Beer Guy: Brews with a view
From Asheville to Sylva to Pisgah Forest, area brewery owners make the most of the natural and man-made scenery on their properties.
Theater review: ‘Better Strangers’ at The Magnetic Theatre
As layers are peeled away and details revealed, some viewers will be squirming in their seats — particularly in the second act. It’s a riveting ride and in no way a light night of entertainment.
Carolina Beer Guy: Local breweries juggle multiple locations
Owners of local breweries with multiple locations share their origin stories and compare the spaces.
Carolina Beer Guy: Planned Asheville craft beverage museum to hold fundraiser
Barley’s hosts a fundraiser for the North Carolina Craft Beverage Museum on Thursday, Sept. 7.
Carolina Beer Guy: Craft Centric beer shop and taproom to open in South Asheville
Shannon and Matt Vaughn plan to open their bottle shop and taproom in mid-October next to the Long Shoals Bojangles.
Carolina Beer Guy: Highland’s head brewer leaves Asheville for Guinness’ Maryland brewery
Highland’s head brewer has been hired in the same capacity at Guinness’ new Baltimore County brewery. Her last day at her post in Asheville is Friday, Aug. 18.
Renovated ACT reopens with ‘The Producers’
The landmark downtown playhouse has been given a major overhaul, which includes such upgrades as new seating, an improvement in auditorium design, and better lighting and sound.
Carolina Beer Guy: Oktoberfest invades summer
The seasonal German-style brews hit the local market and will soon be followed by a trio of Oktoberfest parties.
Carolina Beer Guy: New CEO, new brews at New Belgium
Steve Fechheimer takes over as New Belgium CEO in late August and will visit the company’s Asheville brewery by late September.
Carolina Beer Guy: Archetype joins West Asheville beer scene
Archetype Brewing celebrates its grand opening on July 29 with a day of family-friendly events.
Carolina Beer Guy: Beat the heat at Oskar Blues’ Burning Can brew fest
The region’s only canned craft beer festival features dozens of canning breweries, live music and outdoor sports, July 21-22 at Oskar Blues’ REEB Ranch space in Transylvania County.
Carolina Beer Guy: Green Man Brewery’s local roots originate from Jack of the Wood pub
Founders Joan and Joe Eckert reflect on the pub’s history, including being the original home of Asheville’s second brewery.
Carolina Beer Guy: Blue Ghost Brewing is flying high in Fletcher
The Henderson County brewery hosts the second Fletcher Firefly Festival on Saturday, June 24, in its new Firefly Field.
Theater review: ‘Seeger’ at NC Stage
Seeger celebrates a man who deserves to be remembered, and Asheville is the perfect place to do this show: The musician’s half-sister Peggy Seeger, herself a celebrated folk singer, lived here for many years and was a prominent member of the local music scene.
French Broad Brewery sold to Chapel Hill couple
Sarah and Paul Casey bought French Broad on June 1 with plans to renovate and expand its existing tap room.
Carolina Beer Guy: Budweiser of Asheville is big on local craft brands
Locally owned and operated for 32 years, the distributor gets numerous Asheville area breweries’ products into stores, taprooms and restaurants throughout Western North Carolina.
AVL Beer Week 2017: Thirsty Monk’s Not So Big BIG Beer Fest returns
The AVL Beer Week event stands out thanks to its collection of potent, hard-to-find brews.