Asheville’s Vegan Holiday Revolution

Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Asheville’s plant-based scene is exploding this holiday season, with restaurants and grocers serving up inventive vegan Thanksgiving mains—not just sides. From jackfruit tacos to kung pao chicken, chefs are pushing boundaries with bold, compassionate cuisine. Hendersonville’s rising vegan scene, pop-up breakfasts, and even vegan cheese pizza are part of a community-wide movement fueled by events like the Asheville Plant-Based Face-Off and fundraisers tying food to animal rescue. It’s more than a trend—it’s a conscious, connected ecosystem of flavor, compassion, and change. Support the…