Asheville’s second oldest brewery looks back on two decades of operation with rare bottles, new creations and a round-table discussion of sour production history.
![CELEBRATIONS FOR DAYS: "We’ve always been that brewery that you sort of discover," says Green Man owner Dennis Thies. "We’ve historically never really put a lot of hype behind what we’re doing, but we’re really excited about [our 20th anniversary] because it’s a cool milestone that we wanted to commemorate through all the beers we’ve been putting out.”](https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DSC04107-330x220.jpg)
From the ground up: What it takes to open a restaurant in Asheville
The owners of Jargon and Gan Shan Station discuss the ins and outs of launching an eatery in Foodtopia.
Small bites: Frostbite Ice Cream’s new location will offer grown-up treats
Frostbite Ice Cream Bar expands to north Asheville. Also: Blue Dream Curry House celebrates two years, A Taste of Portugal comes to La Guinguette and Put It Up! Youth Food Preservation Camp is now open for enrollment.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings May 23-29
Green Man gets a jump on an event-filled AVL Beer Week, which officially begins May 26.
Riverbend Malt House unveils expansion plans
The company has signed a long-term lease on a 74,000-square-foot facility in South Asheville.
Oral history records heart and soul of mountain culture
Seeking to preserve the region’s history and traditional culture, local organizations and researchers are working to document the lives and wisdom of WNC’s elders, believing that this provides invaluable context for the area’s present and future.
Beer Scout: Wicked Weed owners talk A-B InBev partnership
Amid industry and public backlash, the Asheville brewery says it remains committed to its employees and the community.
Facts, fears and the future of food: Asheville talks about genetic engineering
Local scientists, farmers, food activists and professors discuss the pros and cons of GMOs.
Small bites: Habitat Tavern and Commons hosts community potlucks
Bring a dish to Common Table, a monthly potluck at Habitat Tavern and Commons. Also, Green Man Brewing teams up with Verbena Cakes and Catering for a beer pairing dinner, Living Web Farms offers a course on salt, nutritionist Denise Barratt hosts a spring cooking class focused on clean eating and Billy Goat Bikes combines cycling with tacos, gelato and beer.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings May 16-22
**UPDATED MAY 19** One World celebrates its third anniversary, Burial and Zebulon collaborate on a hoppy pilsner and more Asheville beer news.
Grove Park Inn hosts inaugural NC Sour Sunday
The festivities begin with a Sour Beer Brunch at EDISON followed by tastings of sour beers from 14 North Carolina breweries on the Mountain View Terrace.
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In photos: A Seat at the Table
Local chefs gathered at The Rhu on May 9 to host a five-course dinner in support of the Haywood Street Congregation and its Downtown Welcome Table meal program.
Café at the Cradle: A ‘hidden gem’ in Pisgah National Forest
Asheville chef Zika Singogo is partnering with local farmer and food supplier Kendall Huntley to provide sustainability-focused food at the Cradle of Forestry.
True mountain dew: New WNC distillers seek Appalachian terroir
Booze is big business in Western North Carolina these days, and everyone seems eager to cash in on the opportunity. There are 34 breweries operating now in the Asheville area, the wine scene is booming in the mountains, and the recent development of four new distilleries brings the area’s total up to seven. But in a […]
Small bites: Pretzel Fest at Whistle Hop Brewing Co.
The Pretzel Fest highlights the unique flavors offered by Asheville Pretzel Co. Also: Posana supports ASAP’s Growing Minds Program, Postero dinner benefits St. Gerard House and The Market Place hosts the James Beard Foundation’s Celebrity Chef Tour Dinner.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings May 9-15
Ginger’s Revenge hosts its grand opening, Highland brings rock band Clutch to Asheville, Blue Ghost Brewing celebrates Mother’s Day and more.
Beer Scout: Eurisko Beer Co. lands on the South Slope
Focusing on flawless production of traditional beer styles, the new brewery is slated to open on the South Slope in late June or early July.
Carolina Beer Guy: Monster expansion at Boojum Brewing
The Waynesville brewery triples its brewing capacity and adds a canning line.
Anheuser-Busch buys Wicked Weed Brewing
The award-winning, Asheville-based craft brewery will become part of the international corporation’s High End unit.
On the rise: Asheville Artisan Bread Bakers’ Festival returns for 13th year
The two-day event celebrates artisan bread by bringing together local bread enthusiasts and professional bakers to hone their baking techniques, explore ideas and network.