ON A MISSION

Celebrating and enriching the foodways of Southern Appalachia and Asheville’s creative economy, led by a community of chefs, makers, artists, farmers, storytellers, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2019 by a group of Asheville’s most iconic residents — including James Beard Award-winning chefs Katie Button, Meherwan Irani, and John Fleer alongside East Fork’s co-founder Connie Matisse — Chow Chow was formed to showcase Asheville’s creative spirit and community mindset.

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