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BANNER ELK WINERY GRANDFATHER VINEYARD & WINERY WATAUGA LAKE WINERY LINVILLE FALLS WINERY

Fresh Releases from Our Local Wineries

Our local wineries

are offering some creative and delicious options for wine drinkers this season. Be sure to visit each of their tasting rooms for a sip of some classic flavors, as well as one-of-a-kind blends.

Watauga Lake Winery

“Watauga Lake Winery is excited to share two special releases for spring: Tramanto and Cold Springs Rose. Tramanto is a blush wine with a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. With notes of raspberries, strawberries, and pomegranates, this wine pairs perfectly with sunshine! Come grab a bottle to enjoy on our deck or to take along for a spring picnic. Our second featured wine is our Cold Springs Rose. This dry rose is crisp with citrus notes of grapefruit and blood orange. Enjoy it alone or pair it with one of our flatbreads for your optimal tasting pleasure!”

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery

“The complement to our Appalachia Bubbles, Blue Ridge Brut is a dry sparkling white wine—a brand new creation by our Winemaker, Dylan Tatum. Ever since he produced the Pearls of the Vine many years ago, he’s enjoyed experimenting with carbonation. The white hybrid grapes that grow best in the Appalachian terrain contain high acidity making these varietals prime candidates for sparkling wines. Comprised of locally grown Chardonel and Marsanne, flavors of lemon and apricot dance on the palate with tiny bubbles in each glass of the Brut.

Grandfather Vineyard’s premier blend, the 2018 Fusion, perfectly marries the classic aromas and flavors of the Malbec varietal and the Barbera varietal, one of the world’s oldest grapes used in wine making. A medium bodied dry red, dark cherry and plum flavors flow smoothly across the palate, while nutmeg and vanilla linger on in the aftertaste. The Fusion makes for an excellent pairing with lean red meats and dishes with blue cheese.”

Banner Elk Winery & Villa

“Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Banner Elk Winery & Villa is the oldest winery of the North Carolina High Country, located on the site of a historic blueberry farm. With our Tuscan-inspired 8-bedroom Bed and Breakfast located on site, the Banner Elk Winery & Villa is a must-see for beautiful views, knowledgeable staff, and fantastic wines.

Our spring season wine releases include two special but different blueberry wines. Our Banner Elk Blueberry Wine is an intense expression of bush-ripened blueberries without any grape additives. It is fermented at a lower temperature resulting in a tart, fruit-forward aromatic style. It pairs well with vegetarian entrees, fresh fruits, and desserts.

Our Banner Elk Blueberry Ice Wine is a unique example of what a dessert wine should be. With its silky taste, decadent fullbodied fruit flavor, and a thick, pleasing sweet finish, it’s a perfect ending to a well enjoyed meal.”

Linville Falls Winery

“Spring is in the air around the winery! Small wildflowers carpet our vineyards while buds swell on the vines and it’s a race to finish pruning. To welcome spring, we are featuring two wines that not only showcase pretty spring appearances with their colorful hues and floral-themed labels, but also boast lively and vibrant flavor that reminds us of the season.

Our Dry Riesling features notes of citrus and mango, reminding us of warmer days ahead, and the dry finish makes it a really versatile option for many wine drinkers. Then there’s our Rose´—we can’t think of a better wine to capture the season of spring. This Rose´ boasts juicy notes of lemon and wild strawberry, perfect for pairing with soft cheeses. These selections each feature bright acidity thanks to their roots in our Blue Ridge Mountain soil, and they will awaken your palate as nature awakens around us, bringing new life into spring.”

...where everyday is a Farmer’s Market!

fresh produce locally baked goods moravian pies • quiches boiled peanuts • pickles Fresh Seafood • Local Meat Jams • honey • cheese & crackers artisan crafts & unique gifts Open Daily 10am-6pm Yummy Weekly Specials 828.963.8254 Hwy 105 South, Foscoe NC

owned & operated by LETT-US PRODUCE

Wholesale Supplier of Fine Produce Est. 1993 • Boone NC 828.963.7254

Our 6th generation family farm makes farm- fresh cheese on site from our own happy dairy cows. Our farm store also offers other local goods!

828-756-8166 Fri-Sat, 10am-6pm, year-round 19456 US 221 North (.5 miles south of Linville Caverns) Marion, NC 28752

Award Winning

Craft Beer

brewed in

Downtown Boone, NC

with water from the headwaters of the New River

130 N Depot Street, Boone NC | lostprovince.com | 828.265.3506

Locally sourced foods and wood fired pizza.

Call for Store Hours | Curbside delivery available

www.beoliveoil.com | 828-898-4441 155 Banner Rd., Banner Elk

JERKY • SEASONINGS • HOT SAUCES Open Daily in Historic Valle Crucis & Tanger Outlets, Blowing Rock 828-260-6221 | www.JerkyOutpost.net

"Inspiring your tastebuds for 10 years."

Spices - Seasonings - Teas - Infused Salts and Sugars - Gourmet Gifts

Inspire Your Tastebuds MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW! 2941 Tynecastle Highway • Banner Elk (across from the entrance to Sugar Moutain) 828.898.6800 • paintedfishcafe.com

Painted Salad

Avery Animal Hospital 2941 tynecastle highway•banner elk MAKE YOUR RESERVATION NOW! (across from the entrance to Sugar Mountain) 828.898.6800

paintedfishcafe.com Small Animal Medicine Surgical Services CO2 Surgical Laser Hill’s Science Diet & Prescription Diets In-house Laboratory Therapy Laser Treatments Cozy Boarding

Dr. Brent Jewell 828-733-9810 351 W. Mitchell Street Newland, NC 28657

The Spice and Tea Exchange

Downtown Blowing Rock Downtown West Jefferson 828-372-7070 336-846-8327

ULTIMATE KITCHEN DESIGN

We Make Beautiful Kitchens Affordable! 828-260-2592 ultimatekitchendesign.com

Let Us Shop For You! Website Curbside Pickup Mon-Sat 11am-6pm

“Just Be ”“J

Your LOCAL source for Organic & Fresh Foods, Bulk, Produce, Supplements and so much more!

273 Boone Heights Drive, Boone, NC 28607 Across from the Wellness Center 828-262-5592 • www.benaturalmarket.com

Furniture • Appliances Small Household Items • Books Clothing & Accessories 1/2 Off on clothing every Saturday!

Donations welcomed. Pick up available for furniture and appliances Thank you for your continued support 828-262-5029 877 West King Street, Boone NC Open Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm

SPONSORED BY RESORT AREA MINISTRIES

EAT, DRINK, BE SOCIAL...

Lunch • Dinner • Full Bar Tues-Sat, 11am-9pm 128 Pecan Street Abingdon, Virginia (276)698-3159

The Woodlands Barbecue &Picken’ Parlor

Chopped & sliced pork & beef BBQ Homestyle Mexican Food Ribs & Chicken Imported & domestic beer, drafts, wine & mixed beverages Carry-out service

828-295-3651

At Shoppes of Tynecastle in Banner Elk, NC

Open 7 Days a Week!

• Daily lunch and dinner specials • Children’s menu • Large selection of appetizers, burgers, salads, and wings • Enjoy dancing, sports viewing, and other entertainment • Full bar and daily drink specials, 14 beers on tap

Visit our Facebook page to view daily specials and LIVE MUSIC listings: www.facebook.com/Highlandersbannerelk/

4527 Tynecastle Hwy, at the Corner of Hwy 105 and 184 Tynecastle Hwy 828.898.9613 | highlandersbannerelk.com

Try Our New Restaurant in Elk Park, NC!

Country Style at Its Best!

• Serving breakfast and lunch, country style • Breakfast served all day from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Lunch entrees include meatloaf, pot roast, ham, and other country staples • Specials served every day

Located in Elk Park at the corner of Banner Elk Highway 194 and 19E (6460 Banner Elk Hwy, Elk Park NC 28622)

...showcasing Chef’s Table, “Banner Elk’s little hidden gem of fine dining.”

Our Chef’s Table features gourmet fine dining with new tapas, sushi, cocktail menus, private dining, veranda, and VIP seating. Visit our website for our live entertainment schedules!

The Village of Banner elk in the heart of Downtown Banner Elk, NC

BannerElkVillage.com

140 Azalea Circle, Banner Elk, NC

CHEF’S TABLE

Sorrento’s Bistro | Chef’s Table | Barra Sports Bar

The Village of Banner Elk has something for everyone’s tastes—traditional Italian, gourmet fine dining, and international cuisine. And don’t miss our famous Sunday Brunch at Sorrento’s Bistro! We have indoor and outdoor entertainment, stocked bars, a wine room, a cigar lounge, exclusive NFL and college sports viewing, private dining, art galleries, karaoke, a family-friendly arcade and Banner Elk’s best billiards! Call 828.898.5214 for reservations.

CAFE & BAKERY

DeliciousSandwiches

(Served on our homemade bread) Pies • Cakes • Tarts Shepherd’s Pie Steak & Ale Pie Chicken Pot Pie English Specialties

(On request) Catering

Serving Dinner Twice Monthly

Call or Check our Website for Dates & Menu 828.963.8228

www.eatcrownc.com Fabulous British Chef/Owner

Dominic & Meryle Geraghty

EAT PIE EAT CAKE EAT PIE EAT CAKE

Open Tuesday-Saturday 10:30am-3:30pm Closed Sunday & Monday Lunch served 11:00 - 3:00 9872 Hwy. 105 S. in Foscoe (Across from Mountain Lumber)

AFTER ALL, LIFE IS SHORT AND TIME REALLY DOES FLY

Gideon Ridge Inn

10 wonderfully comfortable bedrooms with evening turndown service Serving Dinner Tuesday - Saturday from 5:30pm - 8pm Reservations Required Dining & Cocktails Alfresco and the view...

202 Gideon Ridge Road, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 gideonridge.com / 828-295-3644

INTELLIGENT CHOICES FOR THE COMMON CRAVING

Lunch: 11 AM to 3 PM. | Dinner: 5 PM to 10 PM. Sunday Brunch: 11 AM to 3 PM. 143 Wonderland Trail, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 bistroroca.com / 828-295-4008