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How to participate in Strive Not To Drive week

2 days ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers
Viral food critic Keith Lee is heading to Asheville

3 days ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers |Allie Remhof

In a recent TikTok, viral restaurant critic Keith Lee announced he’s coming to the Carolinas, including Asheville. Lee and his family have traveled the country in search of the best food around, especially from Black-owned and family-operated restaurants, and his videos garner millions of views from his 17 million followers. Now, it’s our turn. After a positive review from Lee, local restaurants report a “Keith Lee effect,” including massive lines around the block and business doubling.
Print House brings hands-on arts education to downtown Asheville

3 days ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

Since Helene ravaged the River Arts District, artists Denise Markbriet and Anna Bryant have been working hard to resurrect the Asheville Print Studio. This weekend marks the official beginning of the studio’s next chapter with a new name, location, and meaning as Print House opens at 29 Carolina Lane in downtown Asheville. Markbriet founded Asheville Print Studio in 2017 and met Bryant a couple of years later when Bryant would use the press at Asheville Print Studio for her own work.
Practice self care with the help of these 10+ local businesses in Asheville

1 week ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers |Elizabeth Hastings

Self-care isn’t a destination — but rather, a journey. Whether you’re looking for a fresh cut, facial, or just need to get your body moving, we’ve got you covered. In honor of National Small Business Week, we’re spotlighting 10+ small businesses that have a focus on personal care and wellness. Swannanoa’s East Acupuncture Wellness Boutique can support you on your wellness journey with acupuncture catering to women’s health, pain management, or cosmetic rejuvenation.
Two new pho restaurants opening in Asheville

1 week ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

Look forward to slurping up some noodle soup. Asheville has just welcomed a new pho restaurant with another Vietnamese spot on the way. PhoReal just opened in the Merrimon Square shopping center, right next to The Hop. The Vietnamese spot offers more than just its namely noodle soup — stop by Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. for Bánh mì, Vietnamese fried rice, spring rolls, Ca Ri (sweet + spicy coconut milk curry), and more mouthwatering plates.
Local home improvement and service companies in Asheville

1 week ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers |Samantha Robertson

They say home is where the heart is — so it’s probably a good idea to have your house serviced now and again. With a hot NC summer coming up + spring cleaning in full swing, we’re highlighting a few local businesses that are pros at taking the stress out of cleaning, home improvement, servicing, and more. Get Organized Asheville Bring a sense of serenity back to your space with Lisa’s expert organizing services. The before and after photos speak for themselves.
10 Small business owners shine a light on their favorite spots

1 week ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

Small businesses are the lifeblood of Asheville, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, compassion, and support. It’s a culture that’s especially important as entrepreneurs continue to recover in the aftermath of Helene. In the spirit of support (and for Small Business Week, of course), we asked local business owners to write in sharing the love for another small biz that everyone in town should know about. Here’s what they said:“Mattie Lou’s has been killing it since they opened.
Find your new favorite Asheville artist on our virtual art crawl

1 week ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

For the first day of Small Business Week, we’re shining a light on the painters, potters, jewelers, screenprinters, and woodworkers that make Asheville a work of art. Let’s embark on a virtual art crawl and get to know some of our city’s local artists a bit better. Photo by Christie Calaycay Calaycay Design The Filipina-American-owned jewelry studio boasts beautiful earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings made from sterling silver, gold, and bronze.
Celebrate Small Business Week in Asheville, NC

2 weeks ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

Small Business Week is almost here, and we’re gearing up to spread the local love. We’ve partnered with some of Asheville’s small businesses to celebrate the folks who make up the backbone of our local economy. From Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10, you can expect daily guides and features celebrating local entrepreneurs that shine a light on the Land of the Sky’s small business community. We have something special for our readers, too.
Inside Asheville Music School's new recording studio

2 weeks ago | avltoday.6amcity.com | Grace Powers

Asheville Music School is turning things up a notch. Next week, the school will unveil its new Sound Lab, a studio for kids to experiment with tech for music production and recording. Developed with the help of Geert Bevin, director of Software Development at Moog Music, the AMS Sound Lab is outfitted with professional microphones and mixing equipment. Think you have a rising star on your hands? Get them in the booth.