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Vegetarian Favorites
Here are a few of our favorite Asheville restaurants that serve vegetarian menu options.
Asheville Blog
Five Yummy Pastry Destinations
Looking for a pastry destination in AVL? Here are a few we recommend.
Asheville Blog
Five Unique Asheville Eats
Asheville is full of unique eateries, here are five staff favorites.
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Favorite AVL Coffee Joints
Our staff has chosen five of our favorite Asheville coffee shops. Coffee lovers, check it out!
Guest Grit
5 Rules To Prevent a Disaster on New Year's Eve
A guy's guide on what to do (and not do) on NYE.
Ask A Woman
"Can you explain mansplaining to me?"
This week, Ask A Woman has a lotta 'splainin to do...
AVL Grit
Last Show & Tell Holiday Pop Up Shop This Wednesday
Don't miss your last chance to score unique gifts at this very special pop up at the Masonic Temple.
The Daily Orca
Roma (2018): Film Review
From the director of 'Gravity' and 'Children of Men' comes a beautiful, shining example of what film is capable of. A moving an honest tribute to women everywhere.
Ask A Woman
"Do I have to ask a woman before I kiss her for the first time?"
This week, Ask A Woman tackles the "big conversation going on right now about consent."
The Daily Orca
Friday Night at the Video Store: The Craft (1996)
This week, film critic James Rosario presents a blast from Gothy past with this 90s, EMO classic to curl up to on a cold start to the weekend.
Ask A Woman
"Why are women so insecure about their bodies?"
This Week on Ask A Woman: How consumerism as the end game has damn near everything to do with it.
AVL Grit
Buy Local Art For The Holidays + Always
The Asheville Area Arts Council hosts the 2018 Holiday Market on Saturday, December 8th
AVL Grit
Shawn Winebrenner Opens Show at UNCA
"Ad Lucem: Masking and the Resilience of a Human Spirit” - A photo exhibition by local artist Shawn Winebrenner opens December 7
The Daily Orca
Wildlife (2018): Movie Review
A subtle and powerful debut from director Paul Dano starring Carey Mulligan + Jake Gyllenhaal is now playing at Grail Moviehouse.
The Daily Orca
Friday Night at the Video Store: Freeway (1996)
Friday Night at the Video store is a review series honoring the long-lost and highly missed art of wandering the aisles of your local video rental shop.
Ask A Woman
"Why Do Women Wear Provocative Clothing??"
This week, Ask A Woman answers a question that shouldn't even need to be asked anymore but is...
The Daily Orca
Meow Wolf: Origin Story (2018): Movie Review
This documentary about self-proclaimed art world rebels plays for one night only in Asheville on 11/29.
Guest Grit
SWIPE Mic Returns With New Host Black Swan
Asheville's open mic night for bad dating stories is back with new host, comedian and overall badass, Black Swan.
Ask A Woman
"How can I be less intimidating to women?"
"The reason women may be shrinking away from you in an elevator is not that you’re some hulking beast but because chances are they’ve experienced some level of creepiness"
Guest Grit
17th Annual Survivors' Art Show
A powerful exhibition of art from sexual assault survivors in the Asheville community opens Thursday 15.
AVL Grit
River Arts Studio Strolling
November 10 - 11 marks yet another fall Studio Stroll in the River Arts District where you can meet art makers + become an art collector.
Ask A Woman
"What's With Girls With Tattoos + Piercings?"
Ask A Woman starts off her regular advice column answering a question about why women get tattoos and piercings. Especially in Asheville.
The Daily Orca
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018): Movie Review
A beautifully dark and grim Western fable brought to near-perfect life by the Coen brothers and cinematographer Bruno Delbonnel.
Guest Grit
VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE
Tuesday November 6th is widely considered to be one of the most important elections in decades and there really is no excuse to not vote.
Ask A Woman
Ask A Woman. Seriously. Ask.
Ask A Woman is an anonymous advice column where I give candid, honest advice about everything you people can cook up.
The Daily Orca
Free Solo (2018): Movie Review
A compelling documentary that falls just short of greatness due to a few missed opportunities.
AVL Grit
The French > Asheville > Connection
/ Fleurs / showcases the work of an artist who is French born and loving, living the Asheville life.
AVL Grit
The New Farmaceutical Industry
This week is the Grand Opening of Franny's Farmacy - a dream come true for lovers of hemp products everywhere.
AVL Grit
Who's ready for a Taco Takeover?
On October 14th Salvage Staton will be home to a taco lovers dream come true -- the 1st ever Taco Takeover.
The Daily Orca
The Children Act (2017): Movie Reivew
A meandering melodrama that's saved (if that's possible) by the performance of Emma Thompson.
The Daily Orca
Mandy (2018): Movie Review
It's wild, it's crazy, it's not for everyone - and I dare you to see it.
AVL Grit
Miss Gay Latina Asheville
In its 11th year the pageant returns to the Diana Wortham Theater on Saturday, November 3rd for an unforgettable night of fabulosity.
AVL Grit
SAY IT LOUD > An Art Experience
Clear your calendar for the opening of this must-see exhibition that explores the African American experience through contemporary art.
AVL Grit
Win a Moog Synthesizer #dreamsdocometrue
Here's your chance to win one of three Moog Synthesizers during the Bob Moog Foundation 2018 Fall Raffle.
AVL Grit
Celebrate the start of Autumn at Harvest Fest
Come one, come all to the 1st ever Harvest Fest at the Burton Street Community Peace Gardens on Saturday 9/22.
The Daily Orca
The Pink Panther (1963): Movie Review
Top of the line ensemble comedy with one star shining above the rest (try and guess which one).
AVL Grit
Livin' The Asheville Van Life
JuneBug Retro Resort in Weaverville is the 2018 home of the largest #vanlife gathering on the East Coast.
AVL Grit
Nature & Brews & Bears. Oh My!
The WNC Nature Center's popular happy hour meet-up returns Friday, September 14th with food, cider, beer, music and bears.
AVL Grit
Happy Birthday to Asheville FM
Community celebrating community as Asheville Affiliates hosts a Birthday Bash Fundraiser for !03.3 Asheville FM
YoungAsheville
Matt + Kim Play The Orange Peel
Brooklyn based duo headline the legendary Asheville music venue.
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