Rae Ann & Tim
Things To Do
Jerusalema Dance at the Reception!
Optional Activity at the wedding. We will be playing the South African song, Jerusalema, for which there is a fun line dance that has gone viral around the world. Please join us on the dance floor! Click the link below to see what we're talking about. And then, if it looks like fun to you, cut and paste this tutorial into a browser to learn the dance. It's easy! (Even Tim can do it!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6efHtpJK-Ns
Catawba Falls
This is Rae Ann's favorite hike. It reminds her of scenes from "Avatar." About 40 minutes outside of Asheville and a 3 mile roundtrip hike.
Triple Falls - Dupont State Forest
This is Tim's favorite hike (and Rae Ann loves it too!). You can hike to multiple waterfalls in one day from here: Triple Falls, High Falls and Hooker Falls. Not far from Asheville and from the wedding venue.
Looking Glass Falls
If you don’t feel like hiking, this beautiful waterfall can be seen from the road and can be accessed by a set of steps from the road.
Appalachian Medley Scenic Byway
If there is ever a time to experience this 45 mile scenic drive, it is the last week in October! The leaves should be at their peak. Start on NC Highway 209 from gorgeous Lake Junaluska (not far from The Farm!).
Biltmore House and Gardens
If you have never been to the Biltmore, it's worth a trip to see what is still the largest private home in America. The gardens are spectacular as well and you can buy a pass just to stroll the gardens and hike on the estate. There is also a winery and many fine restaurants and pubs on site.
River Arts District
The River Arts District has numerous galleries and studios as well as breweries, wonderful restaurants and greenways along the French Broad River.
Vivian
One of our favorite restaurant in the city, located in the River Arts District (RAD). Try the Deviled Eggs, Salade de Saison, and the Vivian's Steak Dinner.
Benne On Eagle
Helmed by 5-time James Beard-nominated chef John Fleer, Benne honors the African-American influence on Appalachian cuisine. Fantastic food and ambiance.
Leo's House of Thirst
Wow! Amazing wine garden with extensive wine list and creative and delicious small and large plates of food. We have been recommending this newcomer to the Asheville dining scene to everyone we know!
Cúrate
Award winning Spanish tapas restaurant with James Beard-nominated chef/owner. In a city of incredible restaurants, Cúrate still reigns supreme. Difficult to get a reservation, but if you can snag one, do it!
Looking Glass Creamery
Hike the beautiful Wildcat Rock Trail (to Bearwallow Falls) and then kick back and enjoy a charcuterie lunch with wine at nearby Looking Glass Creamery. We can't think of a better way to spend a day!
The Admiral
Fantastic neighborhood gem. Try the steak tartare with a 64°F egg yolk that spreads like butter. Creative, farm-to-table cuisine.
Burial Beer Co.
The city of Asheville boasts 26 craft breweries and there are over 60 in the region. So many of them are excellent. This is one of our favorites, for the beer, the food and the ambiance.
Hillman Beer
We love Hillman because their taproom in Asheville sits on Sweeten Creek and it's fun to sit outside by the water. They also have excellent beer and food. The Old Fort location is also excellent and makes a great stop after hiking Catawba Falls.
Hole Doughnuts
Doughnuts made to order and served piping hot. Say hi to Laurie, the most friendly deliverer of donuts you will ever meet!
Baby Bull
Best lobster rolls I’ve had, and that includes Maine! Also delicious smash burgers. All served up in a former fish hatchery in the River Arts District.
Sunny Point Café
The best breakfast in Asheville and perhaps the best huevos rancheros we’ve had anywhere!