
The Blue Cardinal
Reimagined Southern Appalachian dishes spiced with unexpected global influences, served in Highland Brewing Co.'s taproom alongside brewery pours; a casual, creative farm-to-glass dining experience highlighting local ingredients and bold, savory flavors.
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Naturally leavened sourdough pizzas with blistered crusts and locally sourced toppings, served alongside charcuterie, salads, and sides in a relaxed brewery taproom—perfect for beer pairings and casual dining.

Naturally leavened sourdough pizzas with blistered crusts and locally sourced toppings, served alongside charcuterie, salads, and sides in a relaxed brewery taproom—perfect for beer pairings and casual dining.
Naturally leavened sourdough pizzas with blistered crusts and locally sourced toppings, served alongside charcuterie, salads, and sides in a relaxed brewery taproom—perfect for beer pairings and casual dining.

Killer slap burgers and glossy 'liquid gold' bacon fries paired with craft pints in a relaxed brewery taproom, ideal for casual dinner, pint flights, and late afternoon socializing.

Killer slap burgers and glossy 'liquid gold' bacon fries paired with craft pints in a relaxed brewery taproom, ideal for casual dinner, pint flights, and late afternoon socializing.
Killer slap burgers and glossy 'liquid gold' bacon fries paired with craft pints in a relaxed brewery taproom, ideal for casual dinner, pint flights, and late afternoon socializing.

Fresh, vibrant Mexican plates and tacos at Highland Brewing Company pairing bright salsas and handmade tortillas with the brewery’s craft beers in a relaxed patio atmosphere for casual weeknight dining.

Fresh, vibrant Mexican plates and tacos at Highland Brewing Company pairing bright salsas and handmade tortillas with the brewery’s craft beers in a relaxed patio atmosphere for casual weeknight dining.
Fresh, vibrant Mexican plates and tacos at Highland Brewing Company pairing bright salsas and handmade tortillas with the brewery’s craft beers in a relaxed patio atmosphere for casual weeknight dining.

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.

Creative Hawaiian fusion plates—tangy poke bowls, sweet spicy sauces, and char grilled proteins—served from a rotating food truck on the brewery patio, perfect for casual lunch and beer pairings.

Creative Hawaiian fusion plates—tangy poke bowls, sweet spicy sauces, and char grilled proteins—served from a rotating food truck on the brewery patio, perfect for casual lunch and beer pairings.
Creative Hawaiian fusion plates—tangy poke bowls, sweet spicy sauces, and char grilled proteins—served from a rotating food truck on the brewery patio, perfect for casual lunch and beer pairings.

Wood-griddled crepes and savory Argentinian empanadas from a longtime Asheville food truck, paired with local draft beers on the brewery patio for casual outdoor dining.

Wood-griddled crepes and savory Argentinian empanadas from a longtime Asheville food truck, paired with local draft beers on the brewery patio for casual outdoor dining.
Wood-griddled crepes and savory Argentinian empanadas from a longtime Asheville food truck, paired with local draft beers on the brewery patio for casual outdoor dining.
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.

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.

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.
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.

A late-night taproom hang at a River Arts District brewery centered on a crawfish-themed party vibe, cold pints, and social mingling into the night.

A late-night taproom hang at a River Arts District brewery centered on a crawfish-themed party vibe, cold pints, and social mingling into the night.
A late-night taproom hang at a River Arts District brewery centered on a crawfish-themed party vibe, cold pints, and social mingling into the night.

Late evening acoustic sets by songwriter Matt Smith paired with Highland Brewing's craft taps and communal taproom energy. Expect warm vocals, fingerpicked guitar, and a casual, beer-friendly atmosphere ideal for relaxed conversations.

Late evening acoustic sets by songwriter Matt Smith paired with Highland Brewing's craft taps and communal taproom energy. Expect warm vocals, fingerpicked guitar, and a casual, beer-friendly atmosphere ideal for relaxed conversations.
Late evening acoustic sets by songwriter Matt Smith paired with Highland Brewing's craft taps and communal taproom energy. Expect warm vocals, fingerpicked guitar, and a casual, beer-friendly atmosphere ideal for relaxed conversations.

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.

Hands-on Moroccan cooking in a teaching kitchen, building aromatic spice blends and classic dishes like tagines and couscous. Expect a small-group, step-by-step format with plenty of tasting and take-home technique.

Hands-on Moroccan cooking in a teaching kitchen, building aromatic spice blends and classic dishes like tagines and couscous. Expect a small-group, step-by-step format with plenty of tasting and take-home technique.
Hands-on Moroccan cooking in a teaching kitchen, building aromatic spice blends and classic dishes like tagines and couscous. Expect a small-group, step-by-step format with plenty of tasting and take-home technique.

Rapid-fire team trivia rounds covering pop culture, history, and music in a lively taproom setting; gather friends for friendly competition, witty banter, and evening craft beer pours.

Rapid-fire team trivia rounds covering pop culture, history, and music in a lively taproom setting; gather friends for friendly competition, witty banter, and evening craft beer pours.
Rapid-fire team trivia rounds covering pop culture, history, and music in a lively taproom setting; gather friends for friendly competition, witty banter, and evening craft beer pours.

An unpredictable cover set that jumps from traditional tunes to modern favorites, with an ever changing lineup of instruments that keeps each song feeling fresh. Catch it in a lively brewery taproom night out.

An unpredictable cover set that jumps from traditional tunes to modern favorites, with an ever changing lineup of instruments that keeps each song feeling fresh. Catch it in a lively brewery taproom night out.
An unpredictable cover set that jumps from traditional tunes to modern favorites, with an ever changing lineup of instruments that keeps each song feeling fresh. Catch it in a lively brewery taproom night out.

Brain-teasing, laugh-filled pub trivia with challenging pop culture, music, and speed rounds; teams of up to six compete for prizes amid playful, good natured roasting in a casual taproom atmosphere.

Brain-teasing, laugh-filled pub trivia with challenging pop culture, music, and speed rounds; teams of up to six compete for prizes amid playful, good natured roasting in a casual taproom atmosphere.
Brain-teasing, laugh-filled pub trivia with challenging pop culture, music, and speed rounds; teams of up to six compete for prizes amid playful, good natured roasting in a casual taproom atmosphere.

Lively Celtic sets from a long-running Asheville group, weaving traditional Irish folk tunes, reels, and jigs into an easygoing taproom atmosphere. Pairs naturally with pints at Highland Brewing’s brewery taproom.

Lively Celtic sets from a long-running Asheville group, weaving traditional Irish folk tunes, reels, and jigs into an easygoing taproom atmosphere. Pairs naturally with pints at Highland Brewing’s brewery taproom.
Lively Celtic sets from a long-running Asheville group, weaving traditional Irish folk tunes, reels, and jigs into an easygoing taproom atmosphere. Pairs naturally with pints at Highland Brewing’s brewery taproom.

Serving classic breakfast favorites reimagined for evening dining, paired with curated wines for a playful late-night meal.

Casual recreational volleyball on Highland Brewing's Meadow combining friendly league play with post game craft beer in an outdoor brewery lawn setting; ideal for adult players of all skill levels seeking social athletics and community.

Casual recreational volleyball on Highland Brewing's Meadow combining friendly league play with post game craft beer in an outdoor brewery lawn setting; ideal for adult players of all skill levels seeking social athletics and community.
Casual recreational volleyball on Highland Brewing's Meadow combining friendly league play with post game craft beer in an outdoor brewery lawn setting; ideal for adult players of all skill levels seeking social athletics and community.

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.
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.