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Glass is among many
creations you'll fnd in
the city's arts district.
Visitors to Lexington
Glassworks can see
hand-blown glass being made.
Just west of Asheville's main downtown
area, the River Arts District is a must-see for
its artisans, studios and vibrant street scene.
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including the Flatiron
Building, make for fun selfe
spots. Come lunchtime,
try cool places like Gan
Shan Station or Blue
Dream Curry House. For a
sugar fx, stop at the new
French Broad Chocolate
Lounge for a cup of the
famous confectionary's
rich hot chocolate.
The River Arts District
is another must-see for its
vibrant street art. One of the
newest studios is Lexington
Glassworks, where visitors
can kick back at the bar
while watching the owners
hand blow glass into their
latest creations. By the river,
locals are packing the Smoky
Park Supper Club, a funky
new restaurant fashioned
from recycled shipping
containers that focuses
on wholesome food slow
cooked over a wood fre.
Top Chefs in
Southeast
Asheville is a rising
cuisine star, with three local