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Don’t wing it this Thanksgiving
Baked Pie Company’s honey pecan is a bestseller for a reason. | Photo via Provisions Mercantile
If you want to celebrate the day of thanks, but don’t want to cook a full dinner this year, don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey. We’ve got you covered with where to dine in + carry out for Thanksgiving dinner.
Dining in
Blue Mountain Pizza and Brewery
The 20th Annual Free Thanksgiving Dinner, catered toward those who might not have a place to go for the holiday, includes turkey, ham, potatoes, and all the trimmings.
Hemingway’s Cuba
This buffet has a Cuban flair — enjoy it with amazing views from the rooftop restaurant.
Strada
In addition to a traditional turkey dinner, the Italian spot has house-made pastas.
Carrying out
Baked Pie Company
You’re spoiled for choice with 14 decadent flavors, from the bestselling honey pecan to cranberry crumb cheesecake.
Butterpunk
For the holiday, the bakery is offering special pies, sides, and buttery biscuits.
The Rhu
This cafe has all the classics on deck, from sweet to savory. You can also purchase a $50 meal for four, which will be gifted to a local family in need.
NC officials will hold a public hearing on local proposed hospital expansions. Mission, AdventHealth, Novant, and UNC Health Pardee seek approval for 129 new beds through the Certificate of Need process. Residents can attend the hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at A-B Tech or submit comments via email by Monday, Dec. 1. (Blue Ridge Public Radio)
Development
A 170-unit affordable housing complex along US 70 in Swannanoa was given the green light. It’s one of the area’s first major developments following Helene. The real estate agency, LDG Development, has a similar 156-unit property in Weaverville. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Community
If you’re a brand-new Ashevillian, The Whale is the place to be. The West Asheville location is hosting New in Town Night this Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m., inviting newcomers to mix and mingle over a beer. Pro tip: our City Guides are a great way to explore the area.
Holiday
Grove Arcade will soon light up with holiday cheer. The historic shopping plaza will host its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Block Party on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 12 to 9 p.m. Expect local vendors, live jazz, pop-up bars, and performances from the Asheville Ballet.
Weather
The Climate Prediction Center’s latest seasonal outlook is in: Asheville can expect a warmer and drier winter than usual. Now through January, temperatures are predicted to trend above average, while rainfall is expected to stay below normal. Translation: Patio season might stick around a bit longer this year.
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Editor’s Pick
“Hey, I just saw a cardinal”
This bright red beauty is the official state bird of NC. | Photo by Dominic Sherony
If you said that and your partner perked up, congrats — they’ve passed the bird theory test. The trend supposedly tests how tuned-in your sweetheart really is.
A really good heating pad to get you through the winter season. The Buy Editor Sarah recently tested one from Pure Enrichment’s selection — its plush cover is ultra soft, it heats up quickly, and it features an automatic shut-off feature. Pro tip: Heat the pad up under your bed covers before you climb in on cold winter nights.
Bonus: Use code HSN2025 to save $10 off $20 through November.
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Frisson. It means the strong feeling of excitement and chills you get when you hear music or see art. Let’s use it in a sentence — I’m going to get a frisson when I see Christmas Jam at Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville on Saturday, Dec. 13.
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