This issue of NC Living reflects the sense of renewal and forward motion that defines life on the Plateau in early spring. Within these pages, we explore adventure and elevated living both near and far — from Sapphire and Geneva to Kyoto — highlighting luxury, craft, and a deep connection to place. In recognition of more than a decade of local advocacy, each 2026 issue will also spotlight one of the six towns that make up the Plateau, beginning a yearlong celebration of the communities that give this region its distinct character.

Cheers to the New Year and the 10th anniversary of NC Living Magazine! 
This issue celebrates adventure, renewal, and elevated living. Travel with us across Colorado, Africa, and Europe, and mark your calendar for this year's top cultural events. In celebration of more than a decade of local advocacy, each 2026 issue will feature one of the six towns that make up the Plataeu. 
We hope you find inspiration, joy, and renewal within these pages, and we wish you all a very Happy New Year!

Celebrate the season of gratitude, connection, and holiday cheer with the latest issue of NC Living! In keeping with the holiday spirit, this issue celebrates the art of handwritten notes, highlights festive gatherings across the Plateau, and travels to Europe's most magical Christmas markets. We are also delighted to feature our new neighbors at our Cashiers office, The Cashiers Celtic Table, a welcome addition to the community.

May this season bring you moments of peace, gratitude, and connection with those who matter most.

From Frieze to Cannes, there are annual global film festivals, art fairs, art exhibitions, and events that excite culture vultures everywhere. Few, however, run the entire creative arts gamut quite like the Venice Biennale.

Perched atop 3.97 acres in Lake Toxaway Estates, this custom home offers unparalleled panoramic views of Lake Toxaway and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Craftsmanship defines this residence, evident in the meticulous selection of woods, masonry, and custom wrought iron railings.

Looking like an opulent chateau that’s been airdropped from Burgundy, Biltmore is an estate whose architectural splendor defies belief. As America’s largest home, built by George Washington Vanderbilt starting in the late 1880s, this Gilded Age estate sprawls across a mighty 8000 acres in Asheville’s stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.

With its secret society-worthy regalia and initiation ceremonies, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is an organization steeped in tradition and ritual.

Originating in France in 1248 as a guild of goose roasters, it has evolved into a global network of epicureans, chefs, and enthusiasts who share a passion for gastronomy.

For those who live in Western North Carolina, nothing says summer quite like a leisurely drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. With sweeping vistas at high elevations and entertaining stops along the [...]

Rachel Wavra brings the perfect blend of hospitality, heart, and hustle to Silver Creek Real Estate Group. She developed her unerring eye for detail and total commitment to client satisfaction over a long career in the culinary [...]