Warmth and Flavor: North Carolina Recipes to Try On Vacation

As winter makes its presence known, there’s nothing better than warming up with a hearty and delicious meal. For vacationers planning a getaway to Asheville, there are endless dining options. Treat yourself to a world-class meal from a local Asheville restaurant, or whip up a homemade masterpiece in the fully-equipped kitchen of your Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals property. If you’re looking for something new to try on your next vacation, consider recreating popular North Carolina recipes.

To help spark some inspiration, we’ve compiled some of our favorite regional dishes. One’s even from a popular Asheville restaurant. Keep reading to learn more about easy and delicious recipes you can create in your North Carolina vacation rental.

Kale Salad from Posana

Found in downtown Asheville on Historic Pack Square, Posana is known for its contemporary American cuisine. If you can’t make it in, you can still try one of their incredible menu items at home by following their kale salad recipe.

You’ll need the following items:

  • Kale bunches
  • Manchego cheese
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Currants or raisins
  • Lemon juice
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Putting the salad together is easy. Follow the steps to prepare the kale and pumpkin seeds before assembling. The lemon juice and olive oil make the perfect dressing that helps soften the kale.

Popular Regional Dishes to Try

There’s no shortage of easy yet tasty things to make in your fully-equipped kitchen. Try creating Cheerwine BBQ chicken, a North Carolina staple featuring a scrumptious sticky sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with Carolina coleslaw.

The state vegetable is the sweet potato, so you can’t miss out on making a dish that highlights this ingredient. Try sweet potato biscuits with country ham or sweet potato casserole.

For something sweet, the possibilities are endless. Recreate the toasted coconut cake that’s found on the menu at several restaurants. Try a sonker, which originated in Surry County. While similar to a cobble, this dessert is topped with a thick pancake-like batter.

Enjoy an Unforgettable Asheville Escape with Yonder

At Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals, we are here for guests from start to finish. Whether helping you find your perfect Asheville vacation rental or suggesting scrumptious North Carolina recipes to try, our team is here for you. Learn more about how we can make your trip to Asheville the best it can be by checking out the Yonder Experience. To learn more, call 888-699-2987.