What’s new in food: Jamaican specialties arrive at the Asheville Mall food court

Posted on April 12, 2022April 15, 2022 by Kay West

Pan Island opens at Asheville Mall’s food court. Plus: Vegan Peruvian food pop-up; Easter chocolates; and more!

What’s new in food: Ashleigh Shanti competes in season 19 of ‘Top Chef’

Posted on March 1, 2022March 2, 2022 by Kay West

Ashleigh Shanti hosts a pop-up to celebrate her “Top Chef” debut. Plus: Parlor launched in downtown; MANNA FoodBank hosts its latest Student Food Drive; and more!

What’s new in food: Pranom Pop-Up at Bottle Riot

Posted on July 20, 2021July 22, 2021 by Kay West

Chef Dream Kasestatad returns to Bottle Riot. Plus: Punk Rock Hot Dogs returns to the Masonic Temple, Melting Pot Social opens and more local food news.

What’s new in food: A mix of good news and uncertainty kicks off 2021

Posted on January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 by Kay West

The new year brings new restaurants and fresh collaborations while other businesses take a temporary break and a North Asheville favorite closes permanently.

West Asheville restaurants reinvent their service models to meet COVID challenge

Posted on May 27, 2020May 25, 2020 by Kay West

Jargon and Biscuit Head are navigating the restaurant shut-down by trying new concepts.

Small bites: Edible adventures for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 5, 2019February 4, 2019 by Thomas Calder

Love is in the air and on the menu at many local restaurants, bars and breweries in and around Asheville.

Small bites: Strada Italiano continues its New Year’s tradition

Posted on December 25, 2018December 22, 2018 by Thomas Calder

Feast of Seven Fishes returns to Strada Italiano. Also: New Year’s celebrations at Postero, Golden Fleece, Jargon and Rustic Grape Wine Bar. Meanwhile Punk Wok returns to Buxton Hall Barbecue.

Small Bites: Tod’s Tasties turns into All Day Darling

Posted on November 6, 2018November 5, 2018 by Paul Clark

Tod’s Tasties transforms into All Day Darling, Taste of Asheville turns 10, Galactic Pizza opens on Sardis Road and more Asheville food news.

Changing of the guard: New chefs take the helm at Asheville favorites

Posted on August 2, 2018August 2, 2018 by Jonathan Ammons

What’s happens when a new chef steps into the leadership role in a well-established kitchen?

Restaurants capture Asheville’s unique style

Posted on July 19, 2018July 16, 2018 by Ashley Annin

Through their design strategies, menus and aesthetic themes, local eateries contribute to and define the city’s distinct food scene.

Small bites: Trout Lily Market & Deli expands with new owner

Posted on June 12, 2018June 7, 2018 by Thomas Calder

Biltmore Coffee Roasters and Trout Lily Market & Deli join as one. Also: The Great American Jerk Off returns; Tod’s Tasties hosts its annual Father’s Day cookout; The Chop Shop Butchery hosts a whole hog workshop; and several local restaurants are recognized at the 39th annual Griffin Awards.