ASHEVILLE FORAGER
ASHEVILLE FORAGER
The Asheville Forager is the brainchild and vision of couple Heather and Paddy Collins. After decades in every concept the hospitality industry has to offer, the pair realized they had seen enough food waste for one lifetime.
Like many, the pandemic uprooted the Collinses. And due to Heather's career in the veterinary field, they landed in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. After several other life changes — and a disaster in the mix — the couple had finally found a place to make their aspirations come to fruition.
Following the calamities of Helene, they found the perfect home on the charmingly historical Wall Street. A full family effort ensued: the kids painting and cleaning, Heather refurbishing tables, Paddy equipping a kitchen, and even the dog leaving her prints. The idea of the Forager was finally starting to become a reality.
On June 10th, 2025, Downtown Asheville graciously welcomed the Collins family to the neighborhood. Since then we've accumulated more local and regional vendors than any other store in Asheville, and continuously receive accolades on our famous deli. Our bakery is celebrated for the best breads and pastries in town, and our staff as the most welcoming and neighborly in the metro area.
Over 50 local farms and vendors. Every purchase supports our neighbors in Western NC.
We're committed to a net-zero waste operation, from sourcing to shelf to table.
Fresh baked bread, hand-cut meats, and seasonal meals crafted daily in our kitchen.