Beverages clocking in at under 5% ABV from 30 different breweries will be available at the Aug. 24 event.
Q+A with chef Amber Whitt of the Princess Anne Hotel
Only in her early 20s, the chef has a flair for whimsical pastry and a soft heart for mentoring young people.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Aug. 13-19
**UPDATED AUG. 16** Sideways has a dual bottle release, Hi-Wire teams with a New Orleans brewery for a new gose and more local beer news.
Asheville Coffee Tours spotlights a robust local industry
The new business highlights a bean scene that’s coming into its own.
Carolina Beer Guy: 12 Bones Brewing settles into the South Asheville scene
Angela and Bryan King are working on building a reputation for craft beer with the new brewery addition to their popular barbecue restaurant.
Small bites: The Bier Garden celebrates 25 years
The Bier Garden hosts a seafood boil to celebrate its 25 year anniversary. Also: TreeRock Social Cider House and Appalachian Chic Food Truck team up for slider and cider pairing; chef Witt Pinkerton hosts a pop-up at Doc Brown’s BBQ; The Lord’s Acre rebrands; and plenty more in this week’s Small Bites.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Aug. 6-12
New Belgium releases an N.C. State-themed lager, Burning Can returns to Oskar Blues’ Reeb Ranch and more local beer news.
Asheville restaurants discuss efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle
From 5-gallon plastic buckets to drinking straws, local restaurants look for ways to keep plastics and other materials out of the landfill.
Top Shelf Views: Vermouths from Spain and beyond
Traditional dry and sweet vermouths are only the beginning. While most vermouth is still made using neutral white wine as a base, some red wine-based varieties are gaining a foothold in the marketplace.
Small bites: ASAP’s Local Food Experience returns
Entering its fourth year, ASAP’s Local Food Experience returns to New Belgium Brewing Co. on Thursday, Aug. 15 from 6-8:30 p.m. Also: Hole Doughnuts hosts book signing; Soverign Remedies teams up with OWL Bakery; and more.
Ben’s Friends Asheville supports restaurant workers coping with substance abuse
The volunteer-driven program offers recovery support groups that leverage the camaraderie inherent in the food and beverage industry.
Local meal subscription services deliver zero-prep dinner options
As national subscription meal services like Freshly and Sakara gain popularity, similar homegrown businesses are finding success in WNC with locally produced ingredients.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings July 30-Aug. 5
**UPDATED AUG. 2** Sweeten Creek, Catawba and Burial release fruit-forward small batches and more local beer news.
Small bites: MG Road bids adieu
MG Road will close on Aug. 3. Owner Meherwan Irani plans to use the space as a downstairs lobby bar for his restaurant, Chai Pani. Also: Asheville Tea Co. and Franny’s Farm host a hemp tea party; Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co. teams up with Luella’s Bar-B-Que; and more in this week’s Small Bites.
Bountiful Cities plans Buncombe County’s first food hub
The proposed two-story pavilion would provide cold storage, processing space, a value-added kitchen and more for local community gardens.
Asheville’s new wave of culinary competitions aims to dismantle barriers
The local culinary competition scene has seen significant changes over the years as organizers embrace new approaches and strive to increase inclusivity.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings July 23-29
**UPDATED JULY 26** Burial releases creative draft-only beers, Bhramari cans a customer favorite for the first time and more local beer news.
Small bites: Weaverville Tailgate Market hosts salsa contest
Got a winning salsa recipe? Consider entering the Weaverville Tailgate Market’s latest competition. Also: EmtTea Bowls returns to Black Mountain; The Chop Shop introduces its latest cooking series; and more.
Carolina Beer Guy: Bibliobrews celebrate Pack Library’s centennial
Multiple local breweries have created literature-inspired beers to honor the institution’s 100 years of of being a free public library.
Beer Scout: Wicked Weed West serves the blossoming Candler community
Wicked Weed’s new Candler taproom has room for 99 people and features close-up views of its production brewery.
Outdoor kitchens set the stage for al fresco gatherings
Western North Carolina’s mountain views beckon home cooks to head outside.