In this week’s food news, Asheville mourns the tragic passing of one of Asheville’s most beloved and influential chefs. Also featured: a fundraising dinner, new downtown grocery store, Food Truck Boot Camp and more.

In this week’s food news, Asheville mourns the tragic passing of one of Asheville’s most beloved and influential chefs. Also featured: a fundraising dinner, new downtown grocery store, Food Truck Boot Camp and more.
The new Haywood Road venture offers bottles and wines by the glass along with workshops, music and more.
Local groups instrumental in meeting Western North Carolina’s food needs in the wake of the storm say the problem runs deep and there’s a long road ahead.
This week’s food news features romantic Valentine’s Day dinners, a Galentine cocktail event, the annual Asheville Truffle Experience, a chocolate cake contest fundraiser and much more.
The former home of Tastee Diner features a reinvented concept and menu.
Starting with this week’s issue, Xpress is zhuzhing up the “What’s New in Food” news roundup with a makeover. You can still expect the usual digestible bites of Western North Carolina food and beverage news, just in a fancier package. Kay West is expanding what used to be each week’s lead news item into its […]
The annual Lunar New Year celebration at Highland Brewing Co. features themed drinks, food trucks, music, kids activities and more.
When their previous business was destroyed by Tropical Storm Helene, two local cannabis entrepreneurs hit the road.
Classic afternoon tea is on the menu at the recently opened spot. Also in this week’s food news: Eldr closes, Asheville Restaurant Week expands into February, local businesses offer Dry January options, and more.
The once all-vegan restaurant stirred up controversy when it began serving meat dishes to feed the community after Tropical Storm Helene. Also in this week’s food news: Rollup Herbal Bar’s new Waynesville space, winter markets are open, birria ramen makes its winter return to Brevard and more.
The Merrimon Avenue shop is the third retail location for the business, which started in Hendersonville. Also in this week’s food news: a one-night-only celebration at Golden Hour, restaurant reopenings, Veganuary ice cream releases and the Business of Farming Conference.
Plus, Cúrate takes a new direction and a food truck sets a new world record.
The spacious new Biltmore Park location will focus on neighborhood hospitality. Also in this week’s food news: Flour grows its presence in the S&W Market, local bartender takeovers raise funds at the Low Down, new locals-only burger specials, Beradu announces a new breakfast concept, and more.
“We view our fellow restaurant owners as allies — whether by sharing advice, participating in local events or rallying around causes that uplift our community,” says Luis Martinez, CEO of Tequio Foods.
“Our market is home to so many, built on the connections our vendors make with the North Asheville community,” says Jason Mogen, executive director of the North Asheville Tailgate Market.
Local bakers team up to kick off a sweet fundraising initiative on Dec. 20. Also in this week’s food news: Potential New Boyfriend opens in West Asheville, Mabel Bakery launches in Woodfin, The Malvern reopens and much more.
The collaborative initiative from Asheville Independent Restaurant Association, ArtsAVL and GBX Group aims to address immediate and long-term recovery for local food-service and creative sector workers. Also this week, Fish Night at Regina’s Westside, Cocktails with Kris Kringle, a sad farewell to Vivian, a new home for the RAD Farmers Market and much more.
The new bakery and café takes over the space recently vacated by Geraldine’s Bakery. Also in this week’s food news: Guajiro Cuban Comfort Food rolls again with a new truck, displaced Marquee beverage businesses forge new paths, a Slovenian wine dinner and much more.
Leo’s House of Thirst executive chef Austin Inselmann is now overseeing the kitchens — and is a co-owner — at both restaurants, bringing some updates to The Admiral’s menu. Also in this week’s food news, Asheville Tea Company begins recovering from the loss of its building with Holiday Trio release, chef Ashleigh Shanti collaborates with Cúrate, Thanksgiving dinner options, a Pup Crawl Paw-liday in Hendersonville and more.
A comforting Thanksgiving feast can be made with limited water, a couple of pots and pans and a few common items from the pantry and fridge.
“With the storm’s impact, we anticipate a significant rise in food insecurity as more families and individuals turn to us and other community resources in the coming months,” says Micah Chrisman, director of marketing and communications of MANNA FoodBank.