Warning: New Year's Diet Resolution Wrecker! Major kudos to…read moreMabel Bakery in Woodfin (175 Weaverville Rd.) for luscious sourdough bread and buttery cookies! Stopped by this morning for the first time, and the team was incredibly kind, they had quite a few fun kitchen/cooking gift options, and of course they had some beautiful pastries. Outstanding indulgences. Find them on Instagram @mabelbakerync. https://www.instagram.com/mabelbakerync?igsh=bXAwMDhsaHp2NzIw

Beautiful delicious pastries reasonably priced - will be going again to try out their other items.read more

I'm the outlier here, which, before I get to bagels and cookies, reminds me of something that…read morehappened about a year ago. My doctor said I aged just like any other human but that my physical fitness and condition was that of someone 25 years younger than me. At that time, I didn't know what 'outlier' meant so I called him a mammogram. He just looked at me confused, which was the plan. With that out of the way, this is more of a bread place than a bagel place. If I had gone here for bread (even though a bagel is bread), I likely would have given it 5 Stars. But I was here for a bagel. They didn't have plain or poppy so I got a Toasted Sesame bagel. I did get it toasted but it was literally called a Toasted Sesame. It was okay. The cookies were also good not great. I still could have maybe given a 4 thanks to great service, a cool vibe, outdoor seating, and impeccable cleanliness but instead of the bagel being $2 and change, they charge another $2 for service (buttering the bagel). So, how a bagel and a small bag of three cookies, it was $9 after leaving a $1 tip. Other negatives are no option for a paper receipt and no bathroom. He did offer to guide me through the kitchen to the employee bathroom but that would be awkward. If you're local and seeking amazing bread options, you will probably love it. If you're on a road trip on I-40 and want a bagel and a bathroom, it ain't the place.

A little bit delayed review but I stopped in Nov 5 close to 3pm on my way back to charlotte from a…read morevolunteer event in Asheville. I knew I had to stop in for the sourdough and try some more goodies. I got so lucky because there was only one loaf of sourdough left and as I was leaving another couple came in asking if they had any left. I knew I should have preordered a couple loaves but it was a busy week and I never remembered at the right time. I also picked up a couple loaves of ciabatta, olive focaccia , chocolate cherry shortbread , a ginger cookie and a chocolate peanut butter sandwich cookies from the cooler. Every single item was amazing. It was a tie between the chocolate PB cookie and the shortbread on which was my favorite. Both were amazing. I can't wait to try their bagels! The girl who waited on me was super nice and helpful. I wish we had a bakery like this in the Charlotte area but I will gladly make a day trip on the weekend to drive to Swannanoa for Ovenbird and stop at my other favorite restaurants/shops.

I love this place! I visit every time I'm in Asheville - it's in a great walkable area surrounded…read moreby a bunch of other shops and restaurants - and it never disappoints. I've had a bunch of their truffles (the spiked ones have a good kick, and the hot/spicy habanero caramels are actually to die for). Service is always pleasant and friendly too. It's a good thing I don't live too close because I would come here every day. I am also addicted to their drinking chocolate. Prepared as instructed, it makes a super thick, creamy and decadent treat but sometimes I swap it out for 2x the milk and enjoy a luxury hot chocolate. You can't go wrong with the Chocolate Fetish!

I have not been into a chocolate shop in a good while. The name alone is what caught me and I had…read moreto go inside from the bright red sign hanging in the window. The chocolates are priced by piece and they have something for everyone. I picked out four for myself and two for my friend: peanut butter cup pistachio Rocher a dark chocolate sea salt, caramel a chai moon truffle, and a cinnamon churro toffee. I indulged in my four pieces of chocolate, nice and slow when I was back at my hotel room lol. The dark chocolate peanut butter cup had to have been my favorite. The spicy pecan caramel really caught me off guard and I knew when I do go back and visit I will be bringing back a separate box for my husband of those and any other of their spicy chocolates and caramels. The inside was clean, well lit, and the staff were very friendly and helping choose different options.

As soon as we walked through the door we were treated like we were visiting family. The atmosphere…read morewas welcoming. Our questions were answered. Recommendations were made. The BEST bakery I have been to in a very long time. We started out sharing a ham and cheese croissant. The ham and cheese was baked into the croissant. Light, flaky, and very delicious. I am surprised my husband let me have more than one bite. We ordered the quiche of the day and the one available every day. The ham and cheese was the quiche of the day. It was light, creamy, and very rich. The other quiche had spinach, feta, and tomatoes. It was equally delicious. Go and check them out. You will not be sorry. Go now.

Great variety of yummy breakfast and dessert items. Fun atmosphere that is relaxed and welcoming.read more

While walking around downtown Asheville we stopped in for some chocolates. They have home made…read morechocolate, truffles, bark , gelato and drinks. They use local grass-fed milk for their gelato. We had a few truffles , creamy , rich and not too sweet. Cute place to stop in for a seet treat.

This place is a must stop! The ambience is absolutely wonderful between the chocolates, coffees,…read moreand the artwork. The staff is great and helped me pick out a great Coffee drink while I was here. The gelato is amazing! We were here yesterday and Marty's back today for the dark chocolate gelato again. I came back for the flourless chocolate cake, which is the most amazing thing I have ever put in my mouth. Amazing place!

I ordered a Peach Whittie and I tried everyone else's ice cream but nothing is memorable. It's…read morejust fine but not as good as most other places. Note that this place is very tiny and there's no real place to sit down. It gets crowded and it's hard to get in and out of the door. Saw multiple people drop their ice cream on the floor because they were trying to figure out how to open the door, get around people, etc.

Local frozen custard place with a DQ vibe. The Whitser is basically a blizzard but better! They…read morehave a few seats outside and a few inside. Best for take-out with a large family. The staff was friendly and ready to add more toppings!

While this gas-station-turned-coffee-shop is easy to miss, take it from this fat girl: this is…read morejerk-the-steering-wheel worthy of the stop. Not only are they roasting their own coffee beans now, but the brown butter chocolate chip cookies, home made pop tarts, breakfast empanadas, and spinach feta pinwheels make this place worth the trip and extra gym time. This weekend, they catered our post-wedding breakfast and our guests were incredibly impressed! Shout out to Jenny and Tylor at Highland Station in Marshall, NC!

The sausage and egg empanadas were awesome! SO filling. Flaky crusts! Definitely will be making…read moremore trips here.

Crepes & Custard is one of our favorite local spots when we're craving something sweet. Lake…read moreJunaluska is gorgeous place to walk too. The crepes are made fresh, perfectly soft, and filled with quality ingredients. Every bite tastes homemade, and the presentation is just as impressive as the flavor. The frozen custard is rich, creamy, and some of the best we've had in Haywood County. The staff is always friendly, and the shop has a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to slow down and enjoy your treat. Whether you're stopping in for dessert, an afternoon pick-me-up, or treating family and friends, it's always worth the visit. If you're in Waynesville and haven't been to Crepes & Custard yet, you're missing out. We're fortunate to have a place like this in our community, and we'll definitely keep coming back.

Gotta have the custard! Yum. We had lunch, it was good and good quality. Not fast food so don't go…read moreif you're in a rush. But it's worth a try. I'm vegetarian and there were options for me!