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Asheville, NC Becomes Gluten-Free Destination

May 4, 2011

Asheville, NC Becomes Gluten-Free Destination

More than 20 restaurants were trained in gluten-free food prep through NFCA’s GREAT Kitchens program.

Exciting news for North Carolina area celiacs, or anyone looking to plan a trip this summer – Asheville, NC is now a gluten-free celiac-friendly destination. Last month, the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association(AIR) recruited more than 20 of the city’s finest kitchens to participate in NFCA’s GREAT Kitchens program!

AIR’s mission is to unite the independent restaurant community of Asheville NC as committed to local people, local philanthropies, local businesses, local food and the local economy, with a promise to preserve the authenticity of its mountain home through genuine food and signature hospitality.

We thank these wonderful establishments, institutions, and individuals for their commitment to providing safe and delicious gluten-free food, as well as their dedicated support of the celiac community.

To learn more about dining, recreation and arts & entertainment in Asheville, NC, visit www.AshevilleNow.com.

Avenue M
avenuemavl.com
Avenue M is a casual Restaurant, Bar and Lounge in North Asheville. Offering an eclectic selection of seasonal comfort foods as well as a variety of local beers, global wines and creative cocktails, Avenue M is the perfect complement to the unique city of Asheville.

Blue Water Seafood Company & Wine Market
www.bluewaterseafood.net

Blue Water Seafood Company is a fresh seafood market and restaurant. Our fish markets are stocked full daily with over 20 varieties of fish, shellfish, and crustaceans from the source! Whether you are entertaining at home, planning a rehearsal dinner, or celebrating the holidays, let Blue Water Seafood Catering be a part of your next social or corporate event. Together we can create a memorable occasion with customized menus.

Blue Ridge Ballroom (At Grove Park Inn)
www.groveparkinn.com/Leisure/Dining/Blue_Ridge_Dining_Room
Our Culinary concept is best described as both classic and creative “locally sourced, southern comfort cuisine”. We emphasize the use of farm-to table products from local farmers. We also offer an award winning Friday Night Seafood Buffet, Saturday Night Prime Rib Buffet, and Sunday Brunch, all with a spectacular view of the Asheville skyline and Blue Ridge Mountains.

Bistro 1896
www.bistro1896.com
Discover an Asheville landmark and local favorite! Located on historic Pack Square, with plenty of patio seating overlooking the neo-gothic Jackson Building and I.M. Pei’s resplendently modern Akzona Building, Bistro 1896 is the perfect spot to linger over that second bottle of wine. Bistro 1896 offers innovative American cuisine with a decidedly chic twist. Menu favorites include starters such as oysters on the half shell and fried green tomato napoleon, and entrees like the Cajun and polenta stack and stuffed beef tenderloin.

Bouchon
www.ashevillebouchon.com
Bouchon, the French word for cork, is also the colloquial expression for a type of bistro that existed for centuries in the Lyon area of France where chef/owner Michael Baudouin was born. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Michael describes his menu as “French comfort food”. Bouchon has a full bar and lighter offerings such as escargot, French onion soup and country pate. It is the perfect place to mingle and munch and of course, sip a glass of vin.

Chef Mo’s Restaurant and Bar
www.chefmo.com
Chef Mo’s Latin Flair is intertwined with love into every dish. A difference you’ll appreciate with our farm fresh seasonal produce. Warm vibrant ambiance, friendly service, great wine and drinks will add to a relaxing experience.

Creperie Bouchon
www.creperiebouchon.com

Creperie Bouchon is Asheville’s premiere French Creperie serving authentique French Crepes & Gallettes, Sandwiches, Pate, Cheeses and made-from-scratch Soups in a wonderfully quaint space located off of the Lexington Avenue Courtyard.

Much of our fare is sourced locally from dedicated farmers, cheese mongers, and bakers. Taste the freshness and understand the dedication to quality products that come out of the creperie kitchen.

Corner Kitchen
www.thecornerkitchen.com
Corner Kitchen- tucked into a quiet corner of Biltmore Village, dine in a 110 year-old Victorian home. Asheville’s most surprising restaurant has private rooms and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week.

Curate Tapas Bar
www.curatetapasbar.com
Cúrate is family owned and operated restaurant, located in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. Cúrate is a traditional Spanish tapas bar. The atmosphere is casual, warm, inviting, and energetic with an outstanding level of food and service.

Curras Grill
www.currasasheville.com

When you’re in the mood for delicious casual, fine dining -come to Curras Nuevo Cuisine. Curras uses mainly local, organic and free-range ingredients in our artisan, hand-made approach to pan- Mexican cuisine. Select from a full bar and enjoy wine, beer, or a cocktail of your choice, including a full line of margaritas.

Fiores (Downtown and South Locations)
www.fioresasheville.com
Nestled just outside the heart of downtown Asheville, Fiore’s offers a wide range of distinct flavors inspired by traditional Tuscan cuisine. Using local and fresh ingredients, our menu and atmosphere are a unique blend of Asheville and Italy. We offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free entrees and desserts.

Set inside one of Asheville’s old historic brick buildings, Fiores ambiance breaths a sense of passion for love, art and food.

The Green Sage
thegreensage.net
The Green Sage, located in the center of downtown Asheville, is both a coffeehouse and natural food restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch seven days a week. Enjoy fresh buttermilk biscuits, omelets, sweet potato home fries, soups, salads, grass-fed beef burgers, and spicy black bean burgers. The Green Sage lifts the spirits and nurtures the well being of its customers through its extraordinary fair trade coffee, natural and organic food, and ecologically driven business practices. Vegan and gluten-free options are plentiful.

HomeGrown
slowfoodrightquick.com
A local eatery, serving local food, cooked by local people, who love what they do! At HomeGrown, they believe in the Slow Food philosophy that “everyone has a fundamental right to pleasure and consequently the responsibility to protect the heritage of food, tradition and culture that make this pleasure possible.”

Horizons Dining Room (At Grove Park Inn)
www.groveparkinn.com/Leisure/Dining/Horizons

With dazzling innovations on American classic cuisine using fresh ingredients from local WNC farmers, a world-class wine list, and exceptional service in a leave-your-jacket-at-home comfortable setting, your evening will add up to more than just a dinner out. Choose from our wallet-friendly a la carte menu and settle in for a relaxed, never rushed, delightful affair.

Luella’s BBQ
www.luellasbbq.com
The taste of love. Scratch cooking from the garden at its best. Expertly prepared smoked meats and fresh sides. Made from scratch, high quality grub, tasting great everyday. Warm, friendly and caring staff that enjoy their work and strive to ensure a truly great experience.

Neo Cantina
www.neocantina.com
Neo Cantina offers Handmade Southwestern Favorites with a Twist of Asheville. Located in the heart of Historic Biltmore Village, they use only the freshest ingredients grown locally when available.

Olive or Twist Restaurant and Bar
www.oliveortwist.net
Located in the 100 year old Minico Dry Cleaners Building, we feature a comfortable upscale atmosphere and fresh flavorful cuisine made with the finest local ingredients available. We feature a menu of small plates for sharing, culinary styles from around the globe, and entrees featuring the freshest steaks and seafood available. We offer a fine assortment of 20 craft beers, 50 wines, and more than 60 martinis showcasing our house infused liquors. With our friendly staff, intimate décor, and amazing entertainment, we hope to create a dining experience you will never forget.

Posana Café
www.posanacafe.com
Educated at the Culinary Institute of America, Executive Chef and owner Peter Pollay brings years of restaurant experience to one of Asheville’s most beautiful corners. Enjoy a made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner or weekend brunch on the spacious patio, or looking out onto Historic Pack Square from the dining room, lounge or bar.

Posana Cafe utilizes local farmers and purveyors for items such as organic milk, goat cheese, fruits, vegetables, trout, lamb, pork and chooses to serve only hormone & antibiotic free meats and eggs. Posana’s pastry chef & culinary team are constantly evolving the menu to reflect seasonal and local specialties in addition to offering the region’s largest selection of gluten-free cuisine.

Saffron Fine Foods
saffronfinefoods.com
Providing food for special occasions that not only nourishes the body, but also entertains the senses, encourages laughter and warms your soul! Saffron Fine Foods is a caterer who does more than just feed the masses, they also offer event planning, at whatever level you may need it! With staff to assist with your set up needs, they are happy to develop customized menus that are specifically designed for your event.

Sunset Terrace (At Grove Park Inn)
www.groveparkinn.com/Leisure/Dining/Sunset_Terrace

The Grove Park Inn’s Sunset Terrace is a classic steak and seafood restaurant. Our innovative menu is printed daily featuring influences from around the world and using fresh local and seasonal ingredients. The Sunset Terrace is located just off the Main Inn and offers outdoor dining at its best with truly memorable views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Asheville’s skyline.

Tupelo Honey Café (Downtown and South Locations)
www.tupelohoneycafe.com

Tupelo Honey Café, an iconic Asheville restaurant since 2000, features innovate New South fare at both its original downtown location as well as its location in South Asheville. From sweet potato pancakes with peach butter to shrimp and grits, Tupelo Honey is known for its casual, colorful and whimsical atmosphere as well as its unique flavors. Embracing its place in the heart of the city, the restaurant reflects the artistic diversity and creativity that makes Asheville hum.

Vincenzo’s
www.vincenzos.com
Since its opening in 1990, Vincenzo’s has established itself as an institution in Asheville’s downtown restaurant scene. An abiding commitment to providing our customers the finest most complete evening out has led to numerous awards to outstanding food and excellent service. Combine that with an elegant, yet comfortable atmosphere and live Jazz, Blues and Standards every night of the week, we believe we offer one of Western North Carolinas finest values.

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