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Holidays Are Here Again!

American Press Travel News-November 28th, Bob and Barb are “On the Road Again”–this time near our home-base, Florida’s East Coast. Some thoughts about the holiday season: Those with families that they were able to spend with families and friends during T.G. holiday, were fortunate and quite sure were happy. Remember, being alone during holidays is very painful. So here comes Chanukah Christmas and New Year’s. If you can invite someone to join in during the Feast of Lights, Christmas or N.Y., do so.

Never eat as you are in a marathon. Seems according to American Medical Health Association; there are more heart attacks after meals at these holidays than at any other time of year. Eat, es, mangia, but do it on a budget, never until you feel stuffed!!

No politics! Everybody at the party has their own idea of what’s right politically. So step back from the feeling you must join in. Nobody cares what you think at family gatherings.

Don’t park where you are blocked in. When you want to go, you go!

And as far as liquor a shot or two. Don’t imbibe where everyone knows you did by your slurred words and now worries your going to be driving soon.

But whatever you do, enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!

Kostas Family Restaurant in Dillsboro, N.C.

Best Calamari to start our meal, ever! Delicious and properly fried! Finished the plate between us. Usually don’t as too much breading and so-so sauce. Not at Kostas, promise they are first rate!!
Baklava is a perfect Greek dessert! Sweet and a great topping off of a great meal!
Barb was much pleased with her chicken dish, so was I, I finished it the next day. So much food, so good that why not take it home too!
A Basa fish specialty! All Greek to me!

American Press Travel News–May 1st, Dillsboro, N.C. at Kostas Family Restaurant.  Just heading into this little “burg” there are two terrific restaurants. First up-Kostas Family Restaurant. The staff was spectacular! From the tall-glass-of-water-owner to the wait staff and even the register gal, you felt that their name was apropos-Kostas “Family” Restaurant. Every diner who has visited a Greek owners restaurant knows about the Greek Salad. We both had one as part of our main dish platters. Decent amount of Greek Olives, tomatoes, greens and onions. The salad dressing was Mediterranean delicious. Grilled Basa fish topped with Feta Cheese, Spinach, onions and tomatoes with rice Pilaf. Together with fresh, hot Pita Pocket breads-WOW! Besides all the actual Greek specialties the restaurant had Italian dishes and all American ribs and meats too! Barb opted for a pasta dish with grilled chicken Parmesan, covered in real mozzarella, and oven baked with spaghetti. We finished off our meal with honey, nutty-stuffed Baklava and mom’s rice pudding! When you get over Dillsboro or Silva, N.C. way give a call, no reservations necessary most of the time: 828-631-0777  Visit them at: www.kostasdillsboro.com  

APtravelnews-Saluda, NC, Lots of Great Things at and Heading From The Orchard Inn

 

Bob and Barb "On The Road Again" One of our very favorite places: The Orchard Inn. From great meals, best breakfasts ever and friendly, family caring and oriented owners; The Orchard Inn would be hard to surpass!
Bob and Barb “On The Road Again” One of our very favorite places: The Orchard Inn. From great meals, best breakfasts ever and friendly, family caring and oriented owners; The Orchard Inn would be hard to surpass! Taste of Asheville

Asheville, NC has quickly become the mecca for many things like hiking, brewing, as well as food. When people decide to spend some time in Asheville, they truly get the whole package, which is hard to come by in a smaller town. One way for the world to find out about the amazing restaurants in Asheville is to have a tasting, there is no better way to convince people than through their stomachs. So head to Asheville for the November 20th event!

 View Our Thanksgiving Package

 Special 3-night packages for rooms upstairs in the inn include: room and breakfast for 3 nights, dinners for 2 on Wednesday or Friday night and Thanksgiving Day for only $745. Click below to see even more details.

Enjoy a Meal at Newman’s Restaurant

Locals and travelers are welcome to our cozy Saluda NC restaurant, where you can enjoy the freshest and finest food this side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We are also located near the towns of Asheville, Hendersonville, and Flat Rock.

Request Your Free Vacation Guide to Asheville, NC

 If you are planning a visit to the Asheville, NC area, you should request our free Vacation Guide. The Asheville/Saluda area has so many things to do for a romantic getaway, a family vacation or even a trip for “me time”, and we want to share our suggestions with you!

Simply fill out this form to download our complimentary Vacation Guide to see all that you can take advantage of in Asheville.

Our Guide covers:

  • Restaurants You Will Want To Visit Time & Again
    • Festivals & Attractions You Don’t Want To Miss
    • Outdoor Activities For All Skill Levels
    • Shopping For One-Of-A-Kind Items
  • Go WWW.orchardinn.com

 

Barb looks over a map of some of the Smoky Mountain Range.
Barb looks over a map of some of the Smoky Mountain Range.
Dinners at Newman's will spoil you!
Dinners at Newman’s will spoil you!

 

 

While hiking gorgeous water features make themselves known loudly and clearly around the Saluda area.
While hiking gorgeous water features make themselves known loudly and clearly around the Saluda area.