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The process of fermentation can be confusing, as it requires a living microorganism, yeast, to transform grapes into wine, barley into beer, and corn into bourbon.

Through their professional transformations and personal passions, Chender and Dawes have formed a partnership—and a friendship— that continues to inspire both of them as they introduce unfamiliar produce and unexpected pleasures to Western North Carolina.

Oyster mushrooms are one of the most versatile mushrooms around and easy to cultivate. These edible fungi are not only delicious but beneficial to the body as a whole.

It’s easy to find great food and great beer, especially in and around Asheville, home to dozens of breweries. Local chef's are masterfully combining the two when cooking.

Three Asheville restaurants are celebrating pork in ways that reflect the meat’s history in other cultures and popularity in the present day.