Phillumeny. That’s the word for collecting matchbooks and matchboxes — a hobby that’s made a comeback in recent years and recently won over Newsletter Editor Grace.
If this hobby sounds like your perfect match, here are just a few Asheville spots to visit to get your collection started:
Leo’s House of Thirst | Raise a glass over dinner or weekend brunch, and leave with a memento.
Little Jumbo | Bonus: You can also take home a bookmark from its sister bar, Character Study.
The Tiki Easy Bar | The downtown speakeasy has island-inspired cocktails and over-the-top decor — every 30 minutes, a dramatic “storm” rolls in, a la Rainforest Cafe.
The Whale | The craft beer bar is pouring brews from all around the globe at three Asheville locations.
Zillicoah Beer Co. | “Taste is a Memory” is inscribed on the back of the brewery’s matchbooks, available for $1 at the bar.
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