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Know your food…and the people who bring it to you. Stay up to date on seasonal dining trends and keep tabs on award-winning restaurants and beer makers.


2025 Live Local Gift Guide
The Asheville area is home to dozens of beautiful stores and galleries that are locally owned and independently operated.

Shopping Our Way Back
What a scoop of ice cream tells us about the power of buying local.

AB Tech Profile: Josh Waters
A-B Tech graduate Josh Waters embraces opportunities and exceeds expectations—a pattern that has come to define his swift rise to success.

On The Menu at Old Europe
The Black Forest Cake from Old Europe is a storied German dessert, offering a symphony of textures and flavors.

Valentine’s Day 2025
Celebrate all of your treasured relationships — from loves and life partners to besties and bros — with one of the popular events around Asheville.

Q&A: Jael Skeffington, Jess Reiser and Katie Button
A collaborative trio, the co-owners of three of Asheville’s most iconic businesses, represent the city’s spirit and resilience after Helene.

Live Local 2025 Calendar
From January to December, here's our year-round guide to living locally in Asheville and Western North Carolina.

Brewery Updates
Check this page for the status of the region's breweries.

Restaurant Updates
Check this page for the operating status of regional restaurants. Updated weekly.
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