When Hurricane Helen tore through Western North Carolina, it left behind more than just broken roads and shuttered businesses—it left scars on the soul of the community. One of the many local favorites impacted was The Village Pub, a beloved cornerstone of Biltmore Village in South Asheville, where laughter, comfort food, and community spirit once…
Nestled in the heart of downtown Hendersonville, Mike’s On Main isn’t just a classic American diner—it’s a slice of living history. At 303 N Main Street, visitors can enjoy more than just milkshakes and burgers. Outside, painted high on the building’s brick façade, is something truly special: a Coca-Cola ghost mural dating all the way…
At this year’s Garden Jubilee in Hendersonville, North Carolina, I had the pleasure of meeting James Dickson of the International Harvester Collectors Club (IHCC), Appalachian Mountain Region Chapter 43. As I made my way through the vibrant crowds and colorful plant displays, I found something unexpected — a gleaming red 1951 Farmall Cub tractor with…
Caffé REL, the beloved French bistro that began its journey in Franklin, NC, has officially opened its second location in downtown Hendersonville. Located at 425 N Main Street, this new establishment brings the charm and culinary excellence of the original to a more refined setting. cafferel.com A New Chapter for a Culinary Favorite The original…
A New Dawn in Biltmore Village: New Morning Gallery Reopens with Radiance We’re beyond thrilled to invite you into one of Asheville’s most cherished artistic sanctuaries — the newly revitalized New Morning Gallery, nestled in the heart of historic Biltmore Village. Its reopening marks more than a return — it’s a powerful resurgence of culture,…
Last September, Lake Lure faced a challenge like never before. Hurricane Helen swept through our beloved town, leaving devastation in her wake. Streets flooded, homes damaged, and spirits shaken, it seemed our community faced an uphill battle. But today, in May, we celebrate remarkable resilience, inspiring progress, and the powerful spirit of community that defines…
Asheville Beer Week is officially underway—and the energy on the South Slope is already electric. We kicked off Day One at Wicked Weed’s Funkatorium, Asheville’s temple of sours and experimental brews, where the doors were open, the taps were flowing, and the community came ready to celebrate all things craft beer. Amid the buzz, we…
If you’ve got a passion for craft beer and a love for local stories, Asheville is the place to be right now. Beer Week 2025 is officially underway—and the opening night was nothing short of electric. We launched the celebration in South Slope, Asheville’s beating heart of brewing, where the streets were buzzing and the…
There’s a special kind of magic that lingers in vintage clothing—the kind that whispers stories of the past while inviting you to create new ones of your own. Nestled just off Main Street in the artsy and ever-charming Hendersonville, North Carolina, is a boutique that captures that very magic: The Honey House of Vintage. At…
From CA$HVERTISING by Drew Eric Whitman — What People Really Want and How to Sell to It If you want your product to sell like wildfire, stop thinking like a business owner — and start thinking like a biologist. In his brilliant book CA$HVERTISING, Drew Eric Whitman breaks down the raw human psychology that drives…