About Asheville

It’s one thing to look in a new furniture magazine and decide that you must have the whole ensemble – the room will look nice, but you didn’t get to exercise much of your creative design prowess. The real challenge is finding items piecemeal, the way people often do when shopping in antique stores. The thrill of visiting a bunch of shops in Asheville and picking out the one gem of a piece that will tie a room together really cannot be beat! What’s even nicer is that many of the best antique stores in Asheville are easy to get to and full of treasures waiting for the right owner.…

If you’re visiting Asheville or even moving here, you’re likely to be impressed with our many beverage options. From beer and coffee to kombucha and ginger beer, we have plenty for those who want to partake in the local drinks.  An interesting fact, however, is that we’re also a place that is fiercely local and loyal to our other brands, and if you know you’ve got a need for a gift basket coming up, you’ll do well to check out the options here.  While this is far from an exhaustive list of local Asheville brands, finding a way to try some of these can be a fun little scavenger hunt…

There are all kinds of amazing shows in Asheville, from improv comedy and dance performances to theater and live music. But I’d say the most impressive show of all is put on by the mountainsides themselves in October, when the leaves flare red, orange, and yellow and become an incredible backdrop.  If you thought this was the best time to visit Asheville, you would have good company: lots of people drive to the mountains this time of year specifically to take in the natural splendor of autumn. The good news is that once you’re here, there are lots of fun things to do in town, even when you’ve gotten your…

Asheville in February is a transitional time between the winter and the spring. Hence, the weather can be very unpredictable. We have frigid days (some of the coldest days of the year can happen during February) and some days when nature teases us about the beautiful spring yet to come.  The daffodils, snow crocus, and winter aconite on the ground make it even more confusing (and pretty!). I love seeing the first splashes of color and the brighter shades of green. February is the month of Valentine’s Day, a celebration that’s thankfully turning into a day to celebrate love in all forms: friendships between humans, friendships between pets and humans,…

If you think that fall in the mountains is just the best, you’re in good company – many would agree that the best time to visit Asheville is in the autumn. Many of the things to do in Asheville in September are the same as the rest of the year, but with the addition of temperate weather, incredible colorful leaves on the trees, and crisp, cool nights perfect for a little backyard fire pit session and a relaxing drink.  However, just because you visit during the beginning of autumn doesn’t stop you from trying everything else the city has to offer beyond fall-related activities – there are just so many…

Asheville is glorious in the summer! There is so much to do, and the weather couldn’t be more perfect. It’s in the 60s in the morning and rarely goes up to the low/middle 80s during the day. A day with higher temperatures is not unheard of, but it’s rare! Also, there are plenty of opportunities to cool down by a river, a creek, or a waterfall, and you don’t have to go far to enjoy cooler temperatures at higher elevations. Hiking, enjoying the outdoors, and playing by the water are some of the best things to do in Asheville in summer. Asheville is a favorite destination for family vacations, and…

Asheville is famous for many good things: the abundance of incredible farm-to-table food, the ever-expanding beer scene, the magnificent outdoors, the open-minded, health-conscious hippie vibe, and the many art galleries, studios, and shops.   The Downtown Asheville Art District has over 25 art galleries, including the Asheville Art Museum (the only one of its kind in Western North Carolina), excellent public art pieces, and a self-guided trail that follows sculptures around downtown. There is also an art stroll on the first Friday of the month between September and December.  The River Arts District (RAD) features over 200 studios and galleries in the different former industrial buildings by the French Broad River.…

Though the mountains always bring some relief during the evenings and nights, make no mistake: Asheville in August is a hot time! You’re likely to get all the benefits of Asheville in summer during this month: taking downtown strolls in your tank top and flip-flops, wading into creeks and splashing in swimming holes on trails and out by the Blue Ridge Parkway, and getting refreshed at one of the many breweries.  While everyone has a different best time to visit Asheville, you’ll find wonderful summer days and summer nights in town during this month. You won’t have to look far for many options for what to do in Asheville in…