Not far from the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis, lies the Boone branch. Selling everything from clothes, sports equipment, local products and coffee, the store is a great example of traditional businesses before corporations took over.
The Mast General Store traces its history to 1882, the year that it was opened by Henry Taylor. Back then, the store was not just a simple shop but is also served as a community center. The Mast family sold off the store to the Cooper family, who continued to operate this store. Currently, the Mast General Store has several locations across the state, and the main store started by Henry Taylor is added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Antiques on Howard is a favorite among antique collectors in the city. This store features an array of interesting finds of furniture, lamps, vintage jewelry, art work, glassware and home decor.
Appalachian State University Bookstore caters to all the book-related needs of the university students and faculty members. Located on campus, it is the store to visit for any course requirement.
Espresso News + Low Wine Bar is a local favorite. Located on the lower level is a charming coffee shop that brews fresh coffee and espresso based drinks, including organic, decaf and fair trade varieties. Not only are the coffee beans roasted onsite, the cafe also serves up a simple menu of sandwiches, soups, salads and pastries that are prepared fresh daily. Head upstairs for a glass of wine or a pint of craft beer at the Low Wine Bar. As quaint and charming as its sister downstairs, the bar offers a well-curated selection of craft beer and specialty wines, alongside cheese plates and desserts. Two treasures rolled into one, Espresso News + Low Wine Bar is a great place to enjoy the simple pleasures of a well-crafted drink and friendly service.
Saslow's Jewelers has a beautiful collection of some of the finest jewelery. They have a special bridal collection from which you can pick one of their fine pieces for your special day.
The mountain town of Bakersville, North Carolina is home to rustic micro-diary known for its aged and fresh goat cheeses. Made using ancient lactic method, the farm produces several raw milk, natural mold-ripened rustic-aged cheeses incorporating only natural and sustainable techniques. In addition to being open to visits, the farm also offers workshop sessions in cheese making and basic goat husbandry. Black Oak Boulette, Mountain Mediterranean, Roan Rime and Ambiance are some of the speciality cheeses made here. OakMoon Creamery also has several retail outlets throughout North Carolina.
English Farmstead Cheese is a farm store known for its speciality farmstead cheeses made from Holstein cow's milk. The charming farm store houses a variety of hard cheeses and soft cheese spreads such as Buttercup, Pepper Jack, Cheddar Curds, flavoured cheese spreads and Ashford Preserve just to name a few. Made in small-batches to retain freshness, the farm store often sells out within hours of opening.
Antiques on Howard is a favorite among antique collectors in the city. This store features an array of interesting finds of furniture, lamps, vintage jewelry, art work, glassware and home decor.
The Mast General Store traces its history to 1882, the year that it was opened by Henry Taylor. Back then, the store was not just a simple shop but is also served as a community center. The Mast family sold off the store to the Cooper family, who continued to operate this store. Currently, the Mast General Store has several locations across the state, and the main store started by Henry Taylor is added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Appalachian State University Bookstore caters to all the book-related needs of the university students and faculty members. Located on campus, it is the store to visit for any course requirement.
Saslow's Jewelers has a beautiful collection of some of the finest jewelery. They have a special bridal collection from which you can pick one of their fine pieces for your special day.