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    Food

    Health checkup: The foundation of healthy ecosystems

    Posted on February 2, 2023January 27, 2023 by Xpress Staff

    Author Laura Lengnick discusses our individual and collective health, healthy ecosystems and the power of silence.

    865 views+Food NewsLivingSustainabilityWellness

    What’s new in food: Fermenti launches brick-and-mortar in North Asheville

    Posted on January 31, 2023February 3, 2023 by Blake Becker

    After years of participating at local farmers markets and hosting annual festivals, Meg Chamberlain prepares to open her first brick-and-mortar. Also: Asheville Truffle Experience returns; La Bodega by Cúrate hosts its latest Pinxto Party; and more!

    2.4 K views+FoodFood News

    Transformi­ng our local food system to feed the region

    Posted on January 26, 2023January 23, 2023 by Sara Murphy

    According to data from the U.S. government’s 2017 Census of Agriculture (the most recent numbers available), Buncombe County was home to 1,073 farms and 72,284 acres of farmland. Yet, much of the food consumed here comes from somewhere else.

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    Beer Scout: Leveller joins Weavervill­e brewery scene

    Posted on January 25, 2023January 19, 2023 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Andrew Zinn and Sally Anne Morgan have launched Weaverville’s third brewery.

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    What’s new in food: DJ’s Pickles opens shop at WNC Farmers Market

    Posted on January 24, 2023January 26, 2023 by Andy Hall

    Chef Donald Paleno expands his pickle business with a lunch counter at the WNC Farmers Market. Also: House of Brandstracts makes edible CBD glitter; inaugural ice festival scheduled in Maggie Valley; and more!

    2.4 K views+FoodFood News

    What’s new in food: Asheville Restaurant Week returns for 11th year

    Posted on January 17, 2023January 19, 2023 by Blake Becker

    Nearly 40 local restaurants are participating in the latest Asheville Restaurant Week. Also: Gan Shan West and Highland Brewing Co. collaborate on a Lunar New Year dinner; Old Europe Pastries celebrates more space at its new location; and more!

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    What’s new in food: Reimagined Tastee Diner celebrates official ribbon-cutting

    Posted on January 10, 2023January 16, 2023 by Andy Hall

    Tastee Diner’s new owner, Steven Goff, discusses his updates to the historical West Asheville restaurant. Also: MLK Prayer Breakfast returns with in-person event; local eateries gear up for Restaurant Week; and more!

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    (HUMOR) The ceiling is the roof

    Posted on January 4, 2023January 2, 2023 by Edwin Arnaudin

    PIE.ZAA’s offerings go through the roof, Billy Cardine partners with Asheville’s premier tea room and an A-B Tech culinary student hits the fast-food jackpot.

    2.1 K views+Coffee & TeaFoodFood NewsHumor

    What’s new in food: The Indigenous Walls Project expands with Indigenous Markets

    Posted on January 3, 2023January 5, 2023 by Blake Becker

    Indigenous Markets launches Saturday, Jan. 21 at 46 Aston St. Also: 7 Clans Brewing and the Trucking Delicious food truck team up for the first 2023 Sunday Brunch event; Bold Rock hosts free palm reading event; and more!

    2.6 K views+FoodFood News

    Year in Review: Local chefs reflect on the highs and lows of 2022

    Posted on December 27, 2022December 16, 2022 by Thomas Calder

    Three of Asheville’s top chefs contemplate the local food industry’s 2022 achievements and setbacks.

    2.9 K views+FoodFood News

    Year in Review: Brewers get back to business

    Posted on December 22, 2022December 16, 2022 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Brewers from 12 Bones, Eurisko, Oyster House and Riverside Rhapsody look back on the year that was.

    1.9 K views+BeerFood

    What’s new in food: Counting down to the New Year

    Posted on December 20, 2022December 29, 2022 by Blake Becker

    Seeking a spot to ring in the New Year? Asheville has plenty of tasty options. Plus: potlucks, cooking classes and more!

    3.0 K views+FoodFood News

    Beer Scout: Karis Roberts named new Asheville Brewers Alliance executive director

    Posted on December 15, 2022December 12, 2022 by Edwin Arnaudin

    New leadership and news plans are underway for the Asheville Brewers Alliance.

    1.8 K views+BeerFood

    What’s new in food: Crust Never Sleeps bakery opens on Sardis Road

    Posted on December 13, 2022December 14, 2022 by Kay West

    Jonathan Price and Dawn Alexander celebrate the launch of Crust Never Sleeps bakery. Also: Shiloh & Gaines launches on Hendersonville Road; Asheville Drag Brunch closes out the year with two shows; and plenty more!

    3.7 K views+FoodFood News

    What’s new in food: Stay sharp at Asheville Crafted Edge

    Posted on December 6, 2022December 6, 2022 by Blake Becker

    Asheville Crafted Edge brings artisan knives to downtown Asheville. Also: Anoche opens in the River Arts District; holiday bar crawls come to town; and plenty more!

    3.5 K views+FoodFood News

    Beer Scout: 7 Clans joins Biltmore Village brewing scene

    Posted on December 1, 2022December 1, 2022 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Indigenous, female-owned brewery is making fast friends in town, plus an update from the Asheville Brewers Alliance.

    2.2 K views+BeerFood

    What’s new in food: Foothills Grange opens in Black Mountain

    Posted on November 29, 2022December 1, 2022 by Kay West

    Foothills Grange celebrates its grand opening on Sunday, Dec. 4. Also: Peruvian cuisine comes to the S&W Market; Morsel Cookie Co. opens on Rankin Avenue; and more!

    3.6 K views+FoodFood News

    What’s new in food: Vinnie’s Neighborho­od Italian rolls out new lunch food truck

    Posted on November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 by Blake Becker

    Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian introduces a new mobile lunch option. Plus: PIE.ZAA launches new food challenge; Orale’s Bar & Grill announces plans to open on Fairview Road; and more!

    3.7 K views+FoodFood News

    Nonprofits strive to bring bounty to the Thanksgivi­ng table

    Posted on November 17, 2022November 14, 2022 by Kay West

    With the holidays around the corner, nonprofits are counting more than ever on turkey drives, financial contributions, dedicated volunteers going the extra mile — sometimes literally — and increased awareness and support from the community at large.

    1.3 K views+FoodFood News

    Q&A: The benefits of participat­ory grant-making

    Posted on November 15, 2022November 15, 2022 by LA Bourgeois

    Xpress speaks with Gina Smith about food policy, shared gifting and recommendations for how other nonprofits might integrate new models of fundraising into their operations.  

    1.9 K views+Food NewsNewsNonprofits

    What’s new in food: Tailgate markets segue to holiday markets

    Posted on November 15, 2022November 17, 2022 by Kay West

    Holiday markets return throughout Buncombe County. Also: The Chop Shop expands; local chefs and bakers prepare for Thanksgiving; and plenty more.

    2.0 K views+FoodFood News

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