Locally Grown

         

            Asheville has been widely regarded as one of the most progressive cities in North Carolina. The city has been said to be “ahead of the curve,” in not just politics, but also green living and sustainability.  The South Side kitchen is a wonderful representation of that. The South Side kitchen is almost completely self-efficient, with its solar panels and garden where they grow all their produce to create delectable dishes. You can’t drive five minutes in Asheville without seeing a “locally grown” sign, the city is extremely proud of the fresh produce and GMO free lifestyle. Rarely will you see people itching to get at commercially, or mass-produced foods.

            And what I have also noticed is that the city puts a great emphasis on healthy living. There are vegan and vegetarian options almost anywhere you go, and even meals that are high in nutrients. The fresh, locally grown, foods taste almost better here than anywhere else, and you can clearly tell when you’re sitting at a local restaurant, trying the Ashevillian foods. I’m a military brat, so I’ve moved around quite a bit. (I’ve lived in almost 10 different cities) And I can honestly say that Asheville is one of the healthiest, and most progressive places I have lived.