(Left to right) June Hillman; According to Hillman, each goat has their own unique personality. They are known to be affectionate, silly, and even jealous. Goat cheese has a long, global history; as early as 5000 BC, humans were consuming goat’s milk in some form. Now, Western North Carolina, a region populated by salt-of-the-earth farming communities, is chock-full of
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With the windows down on the way to Mills River Brewing Company, the scent of burgers hitting the grill and chicken frying fills the air.
The mix of a sun-filled evening and plenty of inside and out dining space apparently gave many the same idea as me. As the brewery came into view, I spotted a full parking lot, a sight reminiscent of pre-pandemic days.
I hadn’t visited Juju’s Craft Cookery, Mills River s house food operations, since writing a full review two years or so ago. The menu seemed relatively unchanged, with beer friendly food including a slew of burger options loaded with tempting ingredients such as candied bacon and caramelized balsamic onions.
Over the past 14 months, we’ve sat at home and watched the world come to a halt, dreaming of the next time we’d be able to safely hit the road or board an airplane. With vaccines now rolling out across the country and states slowly reopening, it’s time to think about traveling again.
These five regions are booming with agritourism opportunities and they’re just as ready for visits from vacation-hungry travelers as you are to leave the house.
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Asheville, North Carolina
Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville boasts more than 17 farmers markets that feature fresh produce and goods from surrounding farms. Sample local fare at restaurants and craft breweries in Asheville’s bustling downtown, many of which are committed to farm-to-table menus. Try your hand at beekeeping at Killer Bees Honey Farm, which offers tours protective suit, veil and gloves included and close inspections of their buzzing hives. Get off the beaten p