We’re continuing our city series with a guide to South Asheville — a side of town that features ample dining options, an entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Mountains to Sea Trail, and plenty of places to get your shop on.
Pssst, when we say South Asheville, we’re talking everything south of the Biltmore Estate and the Biltmore Village area — don’t worry, we’ll do a separate guild for this area, too.
The NC Arboretum offers 10+ miles of hiking trails. | Photo by @thencarboretum
A 434-acre public garden that offers exhibits of wildflowers, bonsai trees, and pollinator landscapes, as well as hiking and biking trails. Admission is free + parking is $16 for nonmembers.
This South Asheville staple is a destination in and of itself. It features dining options like Thirsty Monk + Fork Lore, entertainment from the Regal Biltmore Grande Theater, and shopping from REI, Orvis, Athleta, and more.
Abeja’s French toast is topped with whipped cream + served with a side of fruit. | Photo by @wncfoodie
This quaint café is one of South Asheville’s best kept secrets — there’s always parking, the service is out-of-this-world amazing, and the food is delicious. Plus, Abeja’s makes it a priority to serve dishes that explore Latin culture with fresh and healthy ingredients. Pro tip: Try the Huevos Rancheros and the French toast— you will not be disappointed.
This food truck serves up authentic Latin and Caribbean fare including Cuban sandwiches, rice bowls, sweet plantains, and yuca fries. Thanks to @waysidewayfarer who recommended this one to us on Instagram.
Post 25 also offers adult slushies. | Photo by @post25avl
Sister restaurant to East Asheville’s Post 70 Kitchen & Lounge, Post 25 serves up American cuisine like pizza, wings, and burgers, plus craft cocktails to boot.Pro tip: Try the Grouper Reuben + the Lucy, I’m Home cocktail featuring vodka, Aperol, lemon, and sugar.
This lively brewery has weekly events like an open mic night on Tuesdays, trivia on Wednesdays, and live music on Fridays. Be sure to try the seasonal Summer Sun Belgian Style Wit if it’s available.
Thinking of moving to this neighborhood? Click the button below for home listings + where to make your morning coffee run.
Paint Your Pet | Mon., May 16 | 6 p.m. | Archetype Brewing, 174 Broadway St. | $50 | Paint your pet in this guided step-by-step paint and sip-style event. 🎨
The Wyeths: Three Generations | Now-Mon., May 30 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Asheville Art Museum, 2 S. Pack Sq. | $25 (includes museum admission) | Explore a brilliant collection of 70+ paintings and illustrations by N.C., Andrew, Henriette, and Jamie Wyeth from the Bank of America Collection. 🖼️*
Tuesday
3rd Open Discussion: Affordable Housing | Tues., May 17 | 6-9 p.m. | 12 Bones Smokehouse River, 5 Foundy St. | Free | A community discussion about Asheville’s affordable housing crisis. 🏠
Girls Pint Out | Tues., May 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Archetype Brewing, 174 Broadway St. | Free | Come find community with other women who love craft beer. 🍻
Girls Middle School Open House at French Broad River Academy | Tues., May 17 | 10-11 a.m. | 1420 Riverside Dr. | Free | Learn more about the independent middle school, meet the School Director, visit with current parents + tour the riverside campus.*
Wednesday
May Chamber Orientation | Wed., May 18 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, 36 Montford Ave. | Free | Mix + mingle with chamber members.
Leon Bridges | Wed., May 18 | 6:30 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit, 75 Coxe Ave. | $70 | American neo soul artist. 🎶
Money Visioning & Goal Setting | Wed., May 18 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Interactive online class focusing on money goals. 💰
Plan Ahead
Green Money: Nature Makes Good Business Sense – “Climate Change” Panel | Fri., June 3 | 2-4 p.m. | Virtual | $5 | Kathleen Lawlor of UNC Asheville + Jeffrey Gold of East Tennessee State University join James Fox of NEMAC/Fernleaf to discuss different economic perspectives on the climate crisis. 🎤*
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
If you’re an armchair interior designer (pun intended) and are looking to refresh your home this summer, Atelier Maison’s new monthly series could be right up your alley. The local retailer has teamed up with Show + Tell Pop Up Shop for a monthly Makers Marketto bring together the best in art + design in the Asheville Design District.
Atelier Maison’s mission is to help Ashevillians create happier + healthier homes with organic home furnishings. | Photo provided by Atelier Maison & Co.
The collaboration is planned for every third Saturday through at least August. Here are a few goodies to scout while you’re there:
The third event is happening this Sat., May 21 from 12-5 p.m. at Atelier Maison & Co. (121 Sweeten Creek Rd.). That’s only five days from now, so go ahead and mark your calendar.
Bonus: Atelier Maison & Co.’s quarterly warehouse sale will be going on too, so you can get your complete furnishings fix.*
Waterfall Keepers of NC is hosting an Adopt-A-Highway cleanup on Sat., May 21. The cleanup will take place on the org’s 8-mile section of the highway, from Sunburst Campground (8820 Lake Logan Rd., Canton) to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Sign up to help.
Cause
This is worth tweeting. The Blue Ridge Audubon Society’s annual Birdathon is in full swing + the org is accepting donations to support its bird-counting efforts and the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy Golden-winged Warbler habitat. Plus, participate in the “Everyone Can” Birdathon by keeping track of the bird species that you see. 🐦
Join Pisgah Legal Services for its An Evening for Kids Deserve Justice event on Wed., May 25 from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Salvage Station. The event will include live music, snacks and drinks, food for purchase from Root Down food truck, and a cash bar. Proceeds will support children in the community.
Outdoors
RiverLink has a new WaterRICH Guide, a free resource designed to help residents and property owners manage stormwater on their property. RiverLink created this resource to minimize erosion and flooding + reduce the impacts on local water quality. The guide offers resources to support cost-effective landscape improvements + a handy stormwater comparison chart. 💧
Did you know NC Arboretum Society members receive an exclusive e-newsletter with insider-only info twice a month? Learn how to join and receive the Arboretum Insider. 🌳*
Award
Congratulations are in order for UNC Asheville’s Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Student Chapter. The chapter won second place in the 2022 IEEE SoutheastCon Hardware Competition in Mobile, Alabama, for their Mardi Gras-themed robot that featured music and flashing lights. 🏆 (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Eat
Carmel’s Kitchen & Bar (1 Page Ave.) released its spring menu and our mouths are watering, to say the least. Features include seared scallops with roasted red pepper couscous, shrimp and grits with bacon, garlic, chives, and a white wine cream + more. 🍤
Watch
Videos from the 2022 TEDx Asheville event can now be viewed on the TEDx Youtube channel. See local visual arts educator Ginger Huebner’s talk about communicating through visual art, Black Wall Street founder J Jackett discussion on how to unlock a city’s economy, and more.
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Just in time for warmer temps, Dobra Tea has created a refreshing new summer drink to support Ukraine. The Ukrainian Dream features the flavors of linden flowers, lemongrass, ginger, butterfly pea flower, and fresh mint sweetened with honey and garnished with lemon.
Savor this new sip at Dobra’s downtown location (78 N. Lexington Ave.). All proceeds from this drink will be donated directly to the National Bank of Ukraine.
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Editor’s pick:I must admit — I have had the French toast from Abeja’s an obscene number of times. If you’re a fellow French toast-lover like me, you seriously don’t want to miss it. And while I have your attention — where do you enjoy getting French toast in town? I’m always down to try a new spot. Let me know.
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