The French sparkling wine is rich in history and tradition and also surprisingly versatile.

The French sparkling wine is rich in history and tradition and also surprisingly versatile.
The classic Italian lemon liqueur is as easy to make as it is refreshing.
May is the perfect month to begin adding color to the menu with salads made from locally sourced edibles.
Making syrups for cocktails is a fun and forgiving process that encourages experimentation.
Citrus, bitters, hibiscus and more figure in these bright, refreshing drinks that can easily be made at home.
Local authors, chefs and bakers dish up ideas for imaginative open-air feasts.
In this week’s food news, local cidermakers join a discussion and tasting at Rhubarb, the French Broad Food Co-op hosts a class on wellness teas, a fermentation class is scheduled in Hot Springs, Santé Wine Bar & Tap Room offers a Wines of Portugal pop-up Flight Night event and early-bird tickets go on sale for Root Bound weekend in Highlands.
Mixologists from Zambra and En La Calle offer easy, festive cocktail recipes that harness the flavors of pumpkin and local apples, plus a dash of sugar and spice.
Whether you’re a potato salad newbie or your family has been making the same recipe for generations, Asheville chefs Mike Moore and Adam Thome have advice on how to make this summer classic shine at Fourth of July cookouts.
Learning to brew your own beer can seem daunting, but Asheville offers fertile ground for the beginning homebrewer.