My favorite place in Asheville to get high quality unique cheeses and salami for a picnic lunch…read moredate.

This is a gem in Asheville for sure! Staff are amazing and the samples were appreciated!!! OG…read moreManchengo for sure...... not sure if you'll like it???? TRY ITTTTTT

What an adorable and friendly local spot for farm fresh cheese. This family owned business is…read morelocated in Linville Falls area right off the 221. The staff are so friendly and knowledgeable about the family run business. All the cheese products and meat available are in the multiple refrigerators, plus there are tons of other snacks, goodies, a gift ideas all around the store. There is plenty of gravel parking spots. We absolutely loved there cheddar which was mild and easy to pair, but we think the Gouda is our favorite. We got some bagel chips to go with our garlic spread to snack on. Definitely worth coming if you are in the area.

This is our must stop on the way to Sugar Mountain... we always get a hunk of the best buttercup…read morecheese! The soft cheese spreads are also on the list: pineapple almond, cranberry and pumpkin spice. These nice ladies are also carrying local meats we discovered delicious chorizo this year! A very cute place which you must try!

What a fantastic curated selection of cheeses, charcuterie, groceries, and tinned fish, along with…read morewonderfully prepared paninis and other food items. We neglected to bring a wine to complement our lunch, though it sounds like they're working on a liquor license, which would make this an even more perfect spot to enjoy fabulous food, knowledgeable service, and pick up a few favorites to take home. The store and dining areas are a bit small, and I do wish the seating were a little more comfortable, but the quality of the food more than makes up for it. Well done!

We picked out some tasty cheese from Orrman's, and I grabbed a Niçoise salad to go. Of course, they…read morehave a great selection of cheeses, but also some fun specialty pantry items as well like tinned fish and artisan chocolate. The service was great. We will be back to try the sandwiches!

Very nice staff, and being family owned you can roam parts of the farm, though we couldn't find a…read moresingle cow that day. But the goats and horses were out. The root beer is fantastic as was the ice cream and grilled cheese sandwiches. We also had a charcuterie tray which was good but definitely the 5 cheeses we had were best paired with the condiments provided and only one did we really enjoy on its own. It rained a bit that day which is not perfect given the eating layout but we had a great time and would definitely visit again.

The Looking Glass Creamery is such a cool and pretty place!…read moreThe charcuterie boards were sooooo good. Great assortment of cheeses! I always love the jams and mustards that are paired with a board, and Looking Glass' did not disappoint. The cider was also yummy! I got the blood orange one, which was nicely flavored and light. My husband got the bourbon aged cider, and it was also very good! I liked it more than I thought I would for not being a bourbon lover. The service was so friendly the kindest people! We came with two other couples, and it was such a fun spot to chat, eat, and drink! Really loved it.

This is absolutely the best pimento cheese I have ever had , hands down . Take a jar for you and be…read morea hero and take one for a friend too . Just a idea take some fried green tomatoes , layer it with pimento cheese then put in the oven until the cheese is bubbly ! Yum !

I love this place. Owner is super friendly and answered all my questions. They have so much cheese!…read moreAnything you can think of they have it. They also have a self pour wine station. We got a cheese tray for two and it was delicious and filling. This is perfect if you want something light or to snack on. Very well made and delicious!

We had the most wonderful and delicious time today, we shared two flights of their cheeseboards,…read moreand all 4 of us loved every last crumb, you can buy wine by the glass to enjoy with your cheeses. Definitely will be back

Really enjoyed my lunch here! Great outdoor patio, service was attentive and helpful, and they have…read morea great selection of sandwiches and salads. I had the blueberry and grape salad with turkey (per our servers recommendation). I was skeptical of turkey on a salad, but it was shredded up and was a really great compliment. Would definitely return!

The Loyalist Market is a gem of a restaurant tucked away in a Matthews shopping center. As a…read morebusiness their specialty is made to order charcuterie boards and they boast a large selection of locally sourced cheeses and meats. Inside however they also have a market featuring lots of local products, and a sit down cafe serving up salads and toasted sandwiches. I came in here on a quiet Sunday afternoon and we elected to sit outside in their walled in patio area. It was a pleasant place to sit and our service was prompt and friendly. For my sandwich I chose the turkey chipotle bacon without the tomatoes. The sandwich tasted great and the bread was toasted nicely. If I have one complaint it's that for $14.00 I think the sandwich could have been a bit bigger, or maybe I was just too hungry because I scarfed it down in an instant! Still the chips that accompanied it were a good snack and I enjoyed my meal. This is definitely a good spot to grab a lunch, I wish I had more time and I would have enjoyed the opportunity to browse their market. Matthews has a lot of great locally owned spots and this is for sure one of them.

At a weekend festival in Lenoir, we stumbled upon Fercott Fermentables. Absolutely wonderful beer…read moretasting and you can bring in your own food (they don't serve food, which is why you can also bring in a well disciplined dog). Great talking about the Lenoir area, as we were checking it out. Everyone extremely friendly so the vibe was wonderful...

We had a great time. Highly recommend and we will be going back often. The food was delicious and…read morethe owners are very kind.

Delicious cheese! You will not be disappointed. Having spent 40 years living near the Amish, we are…read morevery familiar with great cheese and this did not disappoint.

It's a MUST for us to visit ACC . The best fresh made cheeses, fudge and a variety of gifts and not…read moreto mention nostalgic candies sold by the pound. There's also a variety of NC wines, snacks and honey available. The service is amazing, everyone is so friendly and personable. Love the atmosphere, too.

The Pickle Fetish Co. & Pickle Museum is located in Downtown Lincolnton. It is a unique place. It…read moreis a specialty store filled with pickles, other pickled items and merchandise. I was warmly greeted when I entered the store and given an overview of what was available, and that the museum was from the owner's personal collection. She even tried to help me find a museum I couldn't find. The store opened in August of 2024. Samples were available if you wanted to try before you buy. You can get pickled fudge, pickle-flavored lollipops, freeze-dried pickles, pickled asparagus, pickled beets, beverages and more. There were t-shirts, candles, soap, toys, and more. A refrigerated section sells cheese and other items that require refrigeration, such as pickles without preservatives and pickled lemonade. They sell items you won't find elsewhere. The shop is located inside a historic building built in 1914. The mini museum showcases a variety of pickle memorabilia, from jars and toys to vintage signs, games and other unique items. Parking is available on the street; just make sure you are in the spot for less than three hours, or the parking attendant will give you a ticket. If you are looking for somewhere quirky to visit or a hard-to-find item, you might find it here. You can order from the website if you don't live close enough to shop in person.

Cute store FILLED with specialty pickle products and even a pickle museum section…read more Seriously- a wide variety of pickle and pickled flavored products - toys, mugs, t-shirts, novelties, candy, cheese, hummus, chips, stickers, pickled canned goods, condiments & so much more. Clean, Friendly, & welcoming environment. Whether you're a pickle fan or not, you should go check out this small business when in the area and enjoying the town square.