USA Today Wine and Food Experience Coming To North Carolina
We all know Asheville has quite the reputation with foodies, and for a good reason. And how there is another culinary experience residents and visitors to the charming mountain city…
Asheville, North Carolina, USA at twilight.
Sean Pavone/Getty Images PlusWe all know Asheville has quite the reputation with foodies, and for a good reason. And how there is another culinary experience residents and visitors to the charming mountain city can enjoy- the USA Today Wine and Food Experience. The Wine and Food Experience is coming to Asheville, North Carolina on October 8th for a food lovers dream. It travels to cities across the country and focuses on the local and regional culinary scene.
Wine and Food is highlighted by the Grand Tasting which is "a gourmet showcase by local chefs, emerging talent, and nationally renowned culinary leaders who mix with patrons in a convivial setting." You can expect cooking demonstrations and seminars as well which are included in the ticket price. General Admission includes unlimited food samples and craft beer and fine wine tastings. VIP tickets will get you early entry and access to a VIP Lounge. You'll find the USA Today Wine and Food Experience at Salvage Station from 1 pm - 4 pm (12 pm with VIP ticket purchase).
Featured Wine and Food Chefs In Asheville
- Okan Kizilbayir with Salt at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
- Peter Crockett with Isa’s French Bistro
- Collyn McDonald with Bear’s Smokehouse
- James & Danielle Donaldson with Chemist Spirits
- Clarence Robinson with Cooking With Comedy “Soul On The Road”
- Cultivated Cocktails Distillery
- Santiago Vargas with Mikasa AVL The Fusion of Perú
- Chef Jason Miller with Melting Pot Social
- Andie Whigham with Ginger’s Revenge Craft Brewery
- Brandon Moyer with The barrelhouse
If I wasn't going to be heading to the other side of North Carolina that weekend you can bet I'd be booking a trip for this! This event combined with "leaf season" in the mountains. It doesn't get better than that! You can get more info on the USA Today Wine and Food Experience in Asheville, North Carolina here.
Charlotte Was Not Voted The Best Food City In North Carolina
A lot of times when you are thinking of the best food in a state you think of the largest cities. Though that isn't always the case, with some smaller towns being a sort of hidden gem for foodies. But when it comes to the best food city in North Carolina Charlotte did not take the win. And while I can see the argument for the Queen City to take the title, I'm actually not too surprised in the place that did.
And no this isn't my rankings. They are actually from LoveFoodBlog. The site ranked the best food city in every state. Some are the capitals, others are coastal towns or other small towns. But after researching some I have probably added some new destinations to my travel bucket list. The South Carolina winner didn't surprise me in the slightest with Charleston taking home the title. Other cities like New York City and Las Vegas also unsurprisingly came out on top.
Do you agree with these rankings? What would you switch out? Let us know on social media. But first, browse the top food city in each state including North Carolina. And don't let the pictures get you too hungry. That salad I brought for lunch today may not cut it now!
The Best Food City In North Carolina And Every State
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