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Update: Drove by Old World Bakery this morning (7/28) on our way out of town. Their address is 23570 St. John Rd, Fletcher. MAP The sign on their door says open from 7:30AM to 6:00PM - Closed Sunday. Reminder: I haven't sampled any of their products - just passing on the notice that they've opened.

Just got this message from Hendersonville Epicurean reader, Carolyn:

"This isn't really a comment on this post, I just don't know how else to send you an email. There is a new bakery open in Fletcher! It's called Old World Bakery and it is a French artisan boulangerie/patiserrie with amazing breads and pastries, all from scratch. The baker is French and has 30 years experience. His wife and daughter run the counter. They've only been open a week. We'd love to see them make a go of it, especially since we lived in France and miss that sort of bakery. There's really nothing else like it between Brevard and Asheville, at least that I know of. It will be hard for them, I think, because they are back in the St. John's plaza . . . Check them out! Maybe you can give them some good advice."

I read all comments, so got this message. If anyone wants to reach me directly, click on "Contact" at the top of Hendersonville Epicurean or email me at 1reachme@gmail.com

Thanks for the heads-up, Carolyn. I'll be checking out Old World Bakery shortly!

Prime Rib Dinner at Mrs. G and Me

From Mrs G and Me:

Join us for a 6-course Prime Rib Dinner, Thursday, August 5, 2010 to celebrate the permanent addition of Prime Rib to our menu!

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Middle East Meets America

Pita Express surprised me. They're so much more than the basic sandwich, albeit on Pita Bread, shop I expected.

Owned and operated by Lina and Mohamid Abuadas, Pita Express serves up breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday from 6:00AM (unusually early for the Hendersonville, NC area) to 2:00PM.

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Chef at Market 7/26

Hendersonville Community Co Op is hosting a Chef at Market this coming Monday, the 26th of July, at their afternoon (3:00PM to 6:00PM) tailgate market. The demonstration will be at 4:30PM.

It will be an interesting time as Jennifer Salkewicz from the Talisman programs for exceptional children, will be at the market. She's bringing some children with her to help in the preparation and presentation of fresh salsa (Co-op will provide the chips).

Hendersonville Community Co Op
715 Old Spartanburg Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792-5349
828-693-8557

You Spoke, Blue Water Listened

You may have noticed comments on a recent post about Blue Water Seafood's new menu and pricing, lamenting the changes. Blue Water saw them, and heard similar comments first hand from customers. Here's their response:

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One Love Closes, Fire Chief BBQ N Grill Opening

Coming Soon: Fire Chief BBQ N Grill!

I had hoped that after closing their Asheville location, One Love owners would successfully refocus on their original, 500 7th Ave E., Hendersonville, location. Sadly, it was not to be.

Word on the street - building owners, Dennis and Lisa, have decided to open Fire Chief BBQ & Grill. Their plan is to offer affordable lunches of hamburgers, hot dogs, barbeque, and soft serve ice cream.

Thanks to Hendersonville Epicurean reader Susan for the heads-up on this one.

California Wine Dinner @ The Back Room

From The Back Room at Flat Rock Wine Shoppe:

Once again we will taste the fine foods and wines of California. The dinner takes place on Tuesday July 27th starting at 6:30pm. We will provide 5 courses and 6 wines. See the full menu here.

Cost: $60 (tax and gratuity included). Reservations required; please call 828-697-6828.

We're also offering a Wine Tasting July 30 5-7pm

The Back Room at Flat Rock Wine Shoppe
2702 Greenville Hwy
Flat Rock, NC 28731
828-697-6828

Travinia's First Wine Dinner 8/12

From Travinia Italian Kitchen:

Join us for our first wine dinner, featuring several enticing Ruffino selections, on Thursday, August 12 from 6:00PM to 10:00PM. Led by Brian Eddington of Skyland Distributing, this four-course meal is not to be missed!

Cost: $60. Stop by the restaurant or call us at (828) 684-8060 to save your seat. There is limited availability for this event, so please call well in advance.

Travinia Biltmore Park
(So Asheville)
264 Thetford St.
Asheville, NC