Lunch and Learn - The History of Restaurants in Asheville!
A 50 minute lunchtime talk traces Asheville’s restaurant evolution from George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore era to today’s “Food Topia,” connecting the city’s dining culture to developers and architects. Ticket includes a buffet lunch with drink and dessert.
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