In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Xpress reached out to local residents — both professional and amateur chefs — for their favorite recipes and the stories behind them.
![](https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/368011286_875128200984752_3484212769702633548_n-330x440.jpg)
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Xpress reached out to local residents — both professional and amateur chefs — for their favorite recipes and the stories behind them.
Deep South Kitchen opens on Merrimon Ave. Plus, Warren Wilson’s Farm School General Store; Brevard gets a cannabis cafe; and more.
The Market at Sage and Spice opens in West Asheville. Plus, Saluda’s Purple Onion celebrates 25 years; Asheville updates outdoor dining program; and more.
The third WNC Food Waste Solutions Summit comes to the Mission Health/A-B Tech Conference Center; the 7th Annual WNC Fermentation Festival comes to Marshall; Buxton Hall Barbecue announces plans to close; and more!
Chef Jacob Sessoms opens three new eateries in a RAD hotel. Plus, hosts of the N.C. Food and Beverage Podcast throw Champtober Fest; Urban Orchard celebrates 10 years; and more.
Where can locals and tourists go to get a bite after midnight? There are more options than you may think.
Shay & Co., in partnership with the N.C. Cider Association, hosts its inaugural Carolina CiderFest on Saturday, Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., at McCormick Field. This is the first Asheville cider event owned and produced by the cider makers, according to Shay Brown, founder and owner of Shay & Co. Carolina CiderFest will feature a […]
WNC FoodWorks opens at the WNC Farmers Market. Plus, JAMBAR opens east coast hq in Asheville; a mobile nonalcoholic bar; and more.
“In [Lebanon], everybody cooks — it runs through our veins,” says Suzy Phillips, owner and chef of Gypsy Queen Cuisine.
Asheville Oktoberfest returns for first time in four years; Asheville Art Museum hosts a Hospitality Workers Date Night; Asheville Drag Brunch hosts The Wizard of Oz themed event; and more!
Lucky’s Asheville Food opens food truck and concession stand. Plus, a new brewery in Weaverville; Pop Bubble Tea celebrates Chinese Mooncake Festival; and more.
Franny’s Farm hosts a fundraiser for Elderflower Care Community; DSSOLVR hosts its second annual Shrektoberfest; Sweeten Creek Brewing calls all Hobbit lovers; and more!
“[Owning a food truck] is constant maneuvering and pivoting — and figuring out what works,” says chef Queenie Mcleod, owner of Queens Island Cuisine food truck.
Asheville native opens a coffee shop at The District in Biltmore Village. Plus, Elliott Moss’ new ventures; Asheville Mardi Gras’ Cajun Cookoff returns; and more.
Chefs In Action create gourmet dishes from rescued food; Chow Chow returns for four-day celebration of local cuisine; The Democratic Socialists Of America host a Carolina Abortion Fund fundraiser; and more!
Meherwan Irani opens Botiwalla in West Asheville. Plus, WNC wins at the NCRLA Chef Showdown; the 77th North Carolina Apple Festival; and more.
New Asheville Edibles Map reveals locations of local edible plants; Fonta Flora Brewery and Botanist & Barrel toast to tinned fish; Asheville Sport & Social Club and Devil’s Foot Beverage celebrate yacht rock; and more!
A riverside event with natural meat processing, fishing and camping. Plus, MANNA FoodBank’s 40th; a different sort of supper club; and more.
Grush’s Cajun Dino Grill upgrades from pop-up to food truck. Also: Mudpuppies Sports and Sushi Bar opens in South Asheville; Bold Rock Hard Cider hosts Asheville Cat Weirdos benefit; brew your own Marzen at Fifth Season Gardening Co.; and more!
In the third installation of Xpress’ new monthly food column, chef J Chong discusses Chinese turnips, fried plantains and her passion for sharing her Cantonese heritage.
Downtown gets a new sweets spot. Plus, Duke’s Mayonnaise’s mascot visits Asheville; Elliott Moss plans an art show; and more.