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Best New Downtown Asheville Restaurant?

2008-08-25T14:03:19Z

There have been a lot of new restuarants opened in downtown Asheville in 2008.

Which one is the best? worst?

Eating veggies shrinks the brain

2008-09-15T07:18:07Z

from the TIMES OF INDIA:

“MELBOURNE: Scientists have discovered that going veggie could be bad for your brain-with those on a meat-free diet six times more likely to suffer brain shrinkage. ...”

full story:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/HealthSci/Eating_veggies_shrinks_the_brain/articleshow/3480629.cms

Gee, this has been my point for decades! ;-)

But, how ‘bout it veggietarians, do you think your brain is a shrinkin’?

Asheville’s Dirtiest - Five Flies Franchise

2008-08-30T15:50:43Z

Recently, I visited the Five Guys Hamburgers & Fries franchise on Hendersonville Road. I’d heard good things about the food, and the place was buzzing--with flies. It ought be called “Five Flies Hamburgers and Fries.” I mentioned the name change to the counter person as we walked out, and she got a big laugh out of the suggestion.

I don’t mind a greasy spoon, as long as the spoon isn’t literally greasy. What are some of your experience regarding dirty places around town?

(I know there’s a health department study that appears from time to time, but I’m more interested in anecdotal experiences than studies.)

Good eats,
Marty

Places to eat outside of Asheville

2008-08-11T13:27:54Z

I live in Sylva now. Someone suggest a few places to eat that isn’t Bogart’s.

Farmer’s Markets - The Best Buy Around?

2008-06-19T02:52:04Z

I’ve done some comparison shopping lately, and it seems that local farmer’s markets have BETTER prices on produce than conventional supermarkets. And the LOCAL produce hasn’t really started yet (right now, most farmer’s markets are getting their stuff from Georgia, Florida, etc). Maybe the higher prices at Ingles are because high fuel costs hit them harder? Has anyone else found this to be true?

Buy local - support your neighbors!

Food, spirits, and atmosphere?

2008-07-28T11:13:21Z

I am meeting some friends in Asheville in a couple of weeks and would love some suggestions for great resturants with lively atmosphere, incredible food and delicious cocktails. We went to Zambra last year and had a great time but would love to try somewhere new this time around. We will be staying downtown and would like to avoid the hassle of a taxi if possible, but are absolutely willing to venture out if the place is truly amazing.

Vegetarianism IS a religion!

2008-02-15T18:23:28Z

I thought so, just judging from the santimonious attitudes of its proponents… then I found this on http://adherents.com (an informational site about religions):

“Animal Rights: Although the Animal Rights movement (along with ethical vegetarianism, Veganism, PETA, etc.) is a large and rapidly growing socio-cultural-religious group, its proponents do not generally call it their “religion.” Reliable statistics for the number of adherents for whom Animal Rights constitutes primary cultural/religious/philosophical identity, versus those who simply support certain positions of the movement, are unavailable. AR is a religion, but for the majority of Animal Rights supporters, AR functions as a movement and/or lifestyle choice, not their primary religion. (This is similar to the current broad support for the “Free Tibet” movement, most of which comes from non-Buddhists.)… “

It’s a religion! I do not choose to join your church, thanks anyway.

Vegetarian Activism: disturbing behaviour?

2008-03-01T14:10:16Z

Are people who push their Vegetarianism onto others with a sense of moral superiority dangerous, or just delusional?

Cheap Eats (Under $25 for Two)

2008-04-18T15:47:22Z

If eating at 20,000 restaurants has taught me anything it is expensive doesn’t always equal good. In fact, two of my three favorite restaurants (of all time) are considered cheap eats. But don’t let the price fool you, the quality of the food is 5 stars. For the curious, you can find a post about my 3 favs on my ephemera blog, if you’re interested in digging around for it.

Anyway, what are the best cheap eats in Asheville? I’m talking cheap, folks. Where two people can safely dine for $25 or less. There’s only one rule to this post: NO CHAINS. (That said Chipotle, a chain, is one of the best things going, but there are no outlets in Asheville).

So, among the independently owned places in town, who’s got the best cheap eats?

Stone Soup folks! Hey!

2008-04-30T07:56:01Z

If you worked at Stone Soup, or sat there for several hours a day smoking and playing chess, or wonder if you can get the recipe for sticky buns, there is a Stone Soup facebook group for you!

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=15526491764

STONE SOUP: FOND MEMORIES & TORTURED GRIEVANCES