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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants + bars in Asheville
Dining in Asheville is always a fresh experience with new restaurants + bars popping up all the time — and more on the way.
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A new food waste prevention app hits Asheville
The “Too Good To Go” app connects people with businesses to help prevent food waste.
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Celebrate Pi Day in Asheville
Pi Day is the perfect excuse — as if we needed one — to enjoy the sweet and savory options Asheville has to offer.
March 13, 2025
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20+ places to get your pizza fix in Asheville
Dig into Asheville’s must-try pizza shops — from late-night slices to fancy fare and everything in between.
March 7, 2025
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Grab a slice for WNC Pizza Week
Check out the interactive map to dig in to special slices and pies all around the region.
March 7, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Where to find lunch for under $10 in Asheville
From pizza and sandwiches to seitan shawarma.
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Find farm-driven food with a Buncombe County CSA program
Learn more about Community Supported Agriculture and partner with a local farm during CSA Week.
February 19, 2025
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Molly Wilson
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Food
Local restaurants celebrating major milestones this month
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s packed with local businesses celebrating birthdays.
February 17, 2025
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Bethany Osborn
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Finding New York Times-predicted food trends in Asheville
The publication put out its annual list of food predictions, but some forward-thinking Asheville spots already have these trends on lock.
February 7, 2025
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Grace Powers
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🥬 Find seasonal produce at Asheville’s winter markets
Stock up on leafy greens, root vegetables, baked goods, and more at these winter markets.
February 5, 2025
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