At Filo’s cocktail lounge, bartender Courtney Nelson brings together cigars and fine liquors for a unique learning (and tasting) opportunity the last Wednesday of each month.
Sanctuary Brewing hosts local Puppy Bowl
Sanctuary Brewing Co. expands on the theme of the classic Super Bowl party this weekend by bringing in a crew of adoptable pets for its own Western North Carolina version of Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Feb. 2-8
**UPDATED: FEB. 4** Pisgah’s eighth annual Stout Hog Day, Thirsty Monk’s Night of the Barrels and Burial’s Three-day Mardi Gras Celebration lead a big week of beer events.
Celebrating the Levant: Knife & Fork hosts a dinner to benefit Syrian refugees
At a pop-up event this weekend, chef Nate Allen will highlight the cuisine of the Levant region while raising money to help the displaced people of Syria.
Asheville singer-songwriter Ben Phan releases his debut album
Ben Phan and his band, the Soul Symphony, are preparing for a release party for their first original album, Dreams in Modern Folk.
Green Side Up Foundation holds fundraisers Jan. 30 – Feb. 4 to support child cancer patients
As we roll into 2016, it’s easy to neglect the resolutions for the new year many of us made a month ago. But for children and their families battling cancer and dealing with the side effects of treatment, giving up or forgetting isn’t an option. To assist these children and their families in their time […]
The well-tempered tipple: Curating quality liquor menus in Asheville
As Asheville’s craft cocktail scene gradually comes of age, some local bars are focusing on building sizable and varied liquor selections.
Beer Scout: Homebrewing 101
Learning to brew your own beer can seem daunting, but Asheville offers fertile ground for the beginning homebrewer.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 26-Feb. 1
**UPDATED JAN. 27** Highland debuts Saw-Whet Saison, Sanctuary turns up its house beer total to 12 and Lazy Hiker is picked up by Skyland Distributing.
Weather or not: Restaurants open in Asheville, Jan. 22
In spite of today’s winter storm, a few local restaurants, breweries and bars are staying open for hardy souls who want to brave the elements.
Behind the scenes of Sierra Nevada and Wicked Weed Funkatorium tours
Take a peek at what happens during Sierra Nevada and Wicked Weed Funkatorium tours.
Winter warmers: Comforting drinks for Asheville’s chilly season
From sipping chocolates to cayenne-infused coffees, Asheville businesses are whipping up warming drinks to chase away the winter blues.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 19-25
**SNOW UPDATE JAN. 23** Check throughout the day for updates on inclement weather hours for Asheville breweries, beer bars, and bottle shops. Green Man brings back Dweller, Asheville Brewing debuts beers inspired by The Beatles and The Who and Burial hosts a double bottle release.
In Todd we trust: Morganton’s Fonta Flora Brewery hosts a beer release to benefit environmental conservation efforts
Local beer enthusiasts willing to make the trek to Morganton this weekend can expect to find a unique triple release event at Fonta Flora Brewery that supports the work of the Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina.
Chasing white squirrels: A foodie tour of Brevard
Just a stone’s throw from Asheville, the little town of Brevard is building a dining scene that’s well worth a daytrip — or two.
Beer Scout: Burial Beer enters a growth spurt
Burial is planning a large-scale brewing expansion and more for its new 1.4-acre property.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 12-18
**UPDATED JAN. 15** Hi-Wire debuts a new Hop Circus brew while Appalachian Vintner collaborates with Olde Hickory and Wicked Weed with Devil’s Backbone.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 5-11
**UPDATED: JAN. 9** Lookout offers crowlers, Sanctuary rolls out three new beers and certified cicerones give free presentations.
Beer Scout: Happy new beer!
Fletcher awaits the opening of Blue Ghost Brewery, New Mountain AVL opens its own taproom and Sweeten Creek Brewing starts pouring beer — and serving sandwiches.
Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Dec. 29-Jan. 4
**UPDATED DEC. 31** Plenty of new bottles and events to ring in the new year.
Where to eat in WNC while ringing in 2016
Asheville-area chefs have created a smorgasbord of memorable menus to commemorate the end of 2015.