Service Ready: A Celebration of Asheville
Communal evening of chef-driven storytelling paired with Indian-inspired small plates and bold chutneys, where Asheville chefs and culinary elders share lived stories across a multicourse tasting at Chai Pani.
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Vibrant Holi color celebration with neon gulal color throwing, Bollywood beats, and Indian street food specials, featuring crowd swaying dancefloor energy and colorful photo opportunities in a lively late night party atmosphere.

Vibrant Holi color celebration with neon gulal color throwing, Bollywood beats, and Indian street food specials, featuring crowd swaying dancefloor energy and colorful photo opportunities in a lively late night party atmosphere.
Vibrant Holi color celebration with neon gulal color throwing, Bollywood beats, and Indian street food specials, featuring crowd swaying dancefloor energy and colorful photo opportunities in a lively late night party atmosphere.

Spanish tapas and hospitality meet Appalachian ingredients in a special anniversary tasting dinner led by co-founders Félix Meana and Katie Button, celebrating Cúrate's 15-year legacy in downtown Asheville.

Spanish tapas and hospitality meet Appalachian ingredients in a special anniversary tasting dinner led by co-founders Félix Meana and Katie Button, celebrating Cúrate's 15-year legacy in downtown Asheville.
Spanish tapas and hospitality meet Appalachian ingredients in a special anniversary tasting dinner led by co-founders Félix Meana and Katie Button, celebrating Cúrate's 15-year legacy in downtown Asheville.

Fragrant Sri Lankan dinner of coconut-based curries, sambols, and spiced rice at Asheville Mountain Kitchen; a pop-up menu highlighting curry leaves, roasted spices, and sweet-tart chutneys.

Fragrant Sri Lankan dinner of coconut-based curries, sambols, and spiced rice at Asheville Mountain Kitchen; a pop-up menu highlighting curry leaves, roasted spices, and sweet-tart chutneys.
Fragrant Sri Lankan dinner of coconut-based curries, sambols, and spiced rice at Asheville Mountain Kitchen; a pop-up menu highlighting curry leaves, roasted spices, and sweet-tart chutneys.

Communal potluck dinner around an intimate table in a Zen studio, with oak roasted salmon and vegetarian dishes; bring a dish to share and respond to the prompt “What has captured your imagination lately?”.

Communal potluck dinner around an intimate table in a Zen studio, with oak roasted salmon and vegetarian dishes; bring a dish to share and respond to the prompt “What has captured your imagination lately?”.
Communal potluck dinner around an intimate table in a Zen studio, with oak roasted salmon and vegetarian dishes; bring a dish to share and respond to the prompt “What has captured your imagination lately?”.

Homestyle Chinese takeout pop-up at Asheville Mountain Kitchen with wok tossed noodles, saucy stir fries, and hand packed meals for evening pickup or casual counter dining, savory comforting flavors in a neighborhood setting.

Homestyle Chinese takeout pop-up at Asheville Mountain Kitchen with wok tossed noodles, saucy stir fries, and hand packed meals for evening pickup or casual counter dining, savory comforting flavors in a neighborhood setting.
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Crisp skewers, tangy salads, and fragrant curries turn Asheville Mountain Kitchen into a late night Thai street food pop up, delivering bold, spicy flavors in a casual counter service dinner setting.

Crisp skewers, tangy salads, and fragrant curries turn Asheville Mountain Kitchen into a late night Thai street food pop up, delivering bold, spicy flavors in a casual counter service dinner setting.
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Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.
Guided evening foraging walks through Asheville green spaces exploring seasonal wild edible plants, hands-on identification and sustainable harvest techniques for beginners, with a focus on community connection and low impact practices.

Communal potluck around the prompt 'What has captured your imagination lately,' with oak roasted salmon and a vegetarian dish; bring something to share, arrive before 6 to help set up—place settings for eight.

Communal potluck around the prompt 'What has captured your imagination lately,' with oak roasted salmon and a vegetarian dish; bring something to share, arrive before 6 to help set up—place settings for eight.
Communal potluck around the prompt 'What has captured your imagination lately,' with oak roasted salmon and a vegetarian dish; bring something to share, arrive before 6 to help set up—place settings for eight.

Hearty entries—smoky chilis, chunky stews, and lighter vegetarian broths—compete in a judged cook-off for the Golden Ladle, delivering comfort-food flavors and casual taproom vibes.

Hearty entries—smoky chilis, chunky stews, and lighter vegetarian broths—compete in a judged cook-off for the Golden Ladle, delivering comfort-food flavors and casual taproom vibes.
Hearty entries—smoky chilis, chunky stews, and lighter vegetarian broths—compete in a judged cook-off for the Golden Ladle, delivering comfort-food flavors and casual taproom vibes.

Evening of small-plate chef tastings, craft brews, and cocktails from 50 plus Asheville restaurants and beverage partners at A-B Tech’s Mission Health Conference Center; VIP hour begins at 5:30 PM for early samplers and networking.

Evening of small-plate chef tastings, craft brews, and cocktails from 50 plus Asheville restaurants and beverage partners at A-B Tech’s Mission Health Conference Center; VIP hour begins at 5:30 PM for early samplers and networking.
Evening of small-plate chef tastings, craft brews, and cocktails from 50 plus Asheville restaurants and beverage partners at A-B Tech’s Mission Health Conference Center; VIP hour begins at 5:30 PM for early samplers and networking.

Community benefit evening of farm to table tasting plates and brewery pours supporting WNC small farms, featuring local producers, seasonal dishes, and beer pairings to raise funds for regional food systems.

Community benefit evening of farm to table tasting plates and brewery pours supporting WNC small farms, featuring local producers, seasonal dishes, and beer pairings to raise funds for regional food systems.
Community benefit evening of farm to table tasting plates and brewery pours supporting WNC small farms, featuring local producers, seasonal dishes, and beer pairings to raise funds for regional food systems.

Community potluck and collective tarot reading blending shared food and reflective ritual to mark the one year venue milestone. Free open door gathering inviting dish contributions and gentle social connection in a welcoming atmosphere.

Community potluck and collective tarot reading blending shared food and reflective ritual to mark the one year venue milestone. Free open door gathering inviting dish contributions and gentle social connection in a welcoming atmosphere.
Community potluck and collective tarot reading blending shared food and reflective ritual to mark the one year venue milestone. Free open door gathering inviting dish contributions and gentle social connection in a welcoming atmosphere.

Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.

Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.
Guided walk through Asheville woodlands identifying wild edible plants and seasonal forageables; hands on plant ID, ethical harvesting tips, and local foodways context for beginners and home cooks.
Beer-forward multi course dinner at Sierra Nevada’s High Gravity restaurant in Mills River, pairing Carolina craft beers with curated seasonal dishes for a seated tasting experience.
Beer-forward multi course dinner at Sierra Nevada’s High Gravity restaurant in Mills River, pairing Carolina craft beers with curated seasonal dishes for a seated tasting experience.
Beer-forward multi course dinner at Sierra Nevada’s High Gravity restaurant in Mills River, pairing Carolina craft beers with curated seasonal dishes for a seated tasting experience.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Rooftop culinary and cocktail experience atop a downtown hotel, serving Asian inspired plates and craft cocktails with a whiskey focused menu that invites deep tasting and friendly, down to earth bar hospitality.

Rooftop culinary and cocktail experience atop a downtown hotel, serving Asian inspired plates and craft cocktails with a whiskey focused menu that invites deep tasting and friendly, down to earth bar hospitality.
Rooftop culinary and cocktail experience atop a downtown hotel, serving Asian inspired plates and craft cocktails with a whiskey focused menu that invites deep tasting and friendly, down to earth bar hospitality.

Mobile food truck serving heart-warming breakfast and lunch favorites, from fluffy morning staples to savory midday sandwiches; casual outdoor grab and go dining with local vendor vibes.

Mobile food truck serving heart-warming breakfast and lunch favorites, from fluffy morning staples to savory midday sandwiches; casual outdoor grab and go dining with local vendor vibes.
Mobile food truck serving heart-warming breakfast and lunch favorites, from fluffy morning staples to savory midday sandwiches; casual outdoor grab and go dining with local vendor vibes.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.

Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.
Six week evening workshop guiding creatives through restorative rest, digestion, play based exercises, and gentle creative practices to overcome burnout; Thursdays at Story Parlor in West Asheville for group reflection, skillful pacing, and renewed making.
Grease slick platters of spicy, honey glazed, and Carolina style wings compete in judged flavor battles with tasting booths, escalating hot sauce heat levels, local vendor booths, and rowdy, family friendly community energy.
Grease slick platters of spicy, honey glazed, and Carolina style wings compete in judged flavor battles with tasting booths, escalating hot sauce heat levels, local vendor booths, and rowdy, family friendly community energy.
Grease slick platters of spicy, honey glazed, and Carolina style wings compete in judged flavor battles with tasting booths, escalating hot sauce heat levels, local vendor booths, and rowdy, family friendly community energy.

Energetic vibe check collective tarot session that begins with a group reading and moves into individual mini readings, paired with local organic hot herbal tea for clarity, subconscious exploration, and personal growth.

Energetic vibe check collective tarot session that begins with a group reading and moves into individual mini readings, paired with local organic hot herbal tea for clarity, subconscious exploration, and personal growth.
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