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Photo 1: A spread of Indian food at Chai Pani, Photo 2: Two women enjoying a beer on the patio, Photo 3: A box of glazed donuts, Photo 4: Three people with drinks on a balcony overlooking the mountains, Photo 5: Woman shopping at a farmers market

It’s impossible to taste all Asheville has to offer in a day, from hotspots to local secrets, but we’ll help you get started.

Photos courtesy Savannah Bockus (1, 4), Outside Style Guide (2), Ashlee Major Moss (3), Emily Chaplin (5)

Artisan coffee roasters, award-winning restaurants, deep-rooted collaborations between farmers, foragers + chefs, and craft brews with mountain views, all in one city.

ICYMI, Asheville’s food scene, dubbed “Foodtopia,” is back in full swing after Hurricane Helene. The city is full of Appalachian flavor (and heart).

If we only had one day in Asheville, here’s what we’d eat:

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