Shout out your favorite Asheville small businesses

Tell us which local small businesses you love, from restaurants to retail to home services and beyond.

Asheville city skyline in the sunset

Which local businesses do you love?

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One of our favorite things about Asheville is how much it supports its small businesses. National Small Business Week takes place Sunday, April 28-Saturday, May 4, and we’re looking to you to help us celebrate the businesses you love most.

How can you show your appreciation? It’s easy. Just fill out this three-question survey telling us your favorite small business and what makes it special.

We’ll start:

Start thinking of those locally owned eateries, top spots for retail therapy, and service providers who go above + beyond. We’ll feature some of your shout outs during National Small Business Week, so keep ‘em coming.

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