The waterfalls of North Carolina draw visitors from across the country. Transylvania County, near Asheville, boasts more than 250 waterfalls. With that many falls, you shouldn’t have trouble finding them! But make it easy on yourself and look into the … Continue reading
Honey, you should come visit us before the summer is over. We’ve still got some sweet things for you to experience. Such as that honey of an annual street festival in nearby Black Mountain. Sourwood Festival on Aug. 10-11 showcases … Continue reading
If you ever wake up late but need to cook breakfast for a houseful of people, here’s a quick and yummy recipe for bread to fill your baskets and fill the house with the smell of fresh baked goods. The … Continue reading
Rockhounds are welcome here, and when you find your rubies, opals, and emeralds, you’re welcome to share with us! The Asheville area has seen a plethora of rock hunters in the area recently and expects an influx now (July 21-28) … Continue reading
Nearly 30 artists will be sharing their works and wares with all comers on Aug. 17-18 in the 14th annual Come to Leicester Studio Tour. Collectors and dealers often find their way to events like this. But, regardless of your … Continue reading
We love being near Biltmore Estate. Just 12 miles from Wildberry Lodge bed and breakfast, Biltmore Estate is true elegance in the middle of the mountains. It’s easy to believe it was modeled after castles, and the grandeur speaks to … Continue reading
Are pecans a favorite everywhere or are they just a special delicacy in North Carolina? We love them and people know it. We’ve just gotten this pecan tart recipe from a friend saying, “You must make this.” It could have … Continue reading
Asheville is always vibrant, but it actually vibrates on Friday nights with a community drum circle. From April through October, that thump, thump, thump you hear is the city inviting visitors and residents alike into its circle. The community is … Continue reading
Artists, aspiring and otherwise, come to the Smokies-Blue Ridge area for inspiration. Asheville attracts artists like honey attracts bears. Sure, it’s partly the beauty of the area and the crispness of the air, but events such as the Craft Fair … Continue reading
Wildberry Lodge, convening with nature as it does in the Great Smoky Mountains, is a hub of inspiration. The bed and breakfast offers a rustic yet elegant log cabin setting that’s the perfect Asheville, NC retreat venue for writers, artists, … Continue reading
