I'm almost becoming jaded to all the national publications that crow about all the cool things in Asheville. The fact of the matter is; it is pretty cool. There's lots to love here. But instead of welcoming the compliments (which can only help boost our national profile and increase tourism, which is a good thing), I find myself critiquing them.

The latest to sing our praises? The Huffinton Post, with "5 Things To Love About Asheville".  

I feel the need to point out, that while they got it mostly right, they erred in their mention of our beer scene, which they mentioned as "Beer and Wine". First of all, we don't really have a wine "scene" beyond having many restaurants with good wine selections. We're not Northern Cali or even the Finger Lakes Region of NY. There's just a handful of small vineyards. Beer, on the other hand, we do quite well. Probably as good as any city our size, in the country.

So, did they suggest a visit to any of our MANY breweries? No. They mentioned a beer store, Bruisin' Ales. Let me say that I really like Bruisin' Ales. They have a great selection and do some nice tastings. But to include them and not one of the many places making beer?

So, because they didn't, I will:

Asheville Brewing Co., Highland Brewery, Green Man, Lexington Avenue, Pisgah Brewery, Wicked Weed, French Broad Brewery, Oysterhouse, The Wedge, Thirsty Monk, and Altamont...CHEERS!