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CHEESE AND CHANGE
Aside from awe-inspiring dedication, delicious cheese, and triumph over many odds, the commonality the English Dairy Farm and Spinning Spider Creamery share is the deep involvement of family in the business structure, and the role each farm plays in bringing generations together.
Mountain Brew: Magical Yeast
The process of fermentation can be confusing, as it requires a living microorganism, yeast, to transform grapes into wine, barley into beer, and corn into bourbon.
TASTE & TIME
Though the menu and décor may be different now that Itto Ramen Bar & Tapas has taken over the restaurant location of well loved Lucky Otter in West Asheville, somehow the vibe is remarkably similar, the family feeling stays the same.
THE SEEDS OF CHANGE
Through their professional transformations and personal passions, Chender and Dawes have formed a partnership—and a friendship— that continues to inspire both of them as they introduce unfamiliar produce and unexpected pleasures to Western North Carolina.
SOUR CREAM BACON DIP
Serve this creamy summer dip with chips, crudité, or whatever pleases your palate!
SUCCOTASH
Fresh corn, peppers, and summer squash bask in a savory bolt of bacon flavor in this succotash recipe from Ashley English.
GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN & CURRY VINAIGRETTE
You'll love the contrasting textures and flavors of this BBQ summer salad. Grilling the sturdy hearts of romaine imparts a rich smoky flavor which combines well with the curry vinaigrette.
CELERY & GORGONZOLA SALAD
This light refreshing salad adds just the right flavors to a warm summer meal.
APPALACHIAN PORK BACON
Pay homage to old ways, and try making this bacon recipe inspired by Appalachian homesteaders.
LITTLE THINGS MEAN A LOT
All the little things in life has cumulative, ripple effects you can’t possibly imagine. Their effect can be exponential, gaining invisible, sustaining momentum in the process.
PEARLS IN THE KITCHEN
Oyster mushrooms are one of the most versatile mushrooms around and easy to cultivate. These edible fungi are not only delicious but beneficial to the body as a whole.
THE WHOLE HOG
The past and the future of livestock farming converge in Western North Carolina.
COOKING WITH BEER
It’s easy to find great food and great beer, especially in and around Asheville, home to dozens of breweries. Local chef's are masterfully combining the two when cooking.
CHARCUTERIE IN THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
We can see how charcuterie is a fantastically varied craft. It refers to the preservation of meat by diverse and intuitive means, and the combination of processes to produce a desired or safe result.
The World of Pork
Three Asheville restaurants are celebrating pork in ways that reflect the meat’s history in other cultures and popularity in the present day.
Swedish Crèmes with Roasted Strawberries and Cardamom
The creamy consistency of this Swedish Crèmes pairs the fresh taste of strawberries.
Rosemary Lemonade with Sage Honey
Just in time for the warmer weather. A new twist on an old favorite. The unique flavors of rosemary and sage honey adds a layer of complexity that makes the flavor so much more interesting.
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