Southern Expressions Boutique

This guide rounds up Black-owned businesses in Asheville and the towns around it. Downtown, [Noir Collective AVL](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2086-noir-collective-avl) on South Market Street, on The Block, sells books, art and goods from Black makers and hosts First Friday gatherings. A few blocks south, [Good Hot Fish](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/3667-good-hot-fish) fries North Carolina catfish for sandwiches and plates on Buxton Avenue, and [Tiger Bay Cafe](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2068-tiger-bay-cafe) serves global street food on Hilliard Avenue. In West Asheville, [Hood Huggers International](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2088-hood-huggers-international) leads walking and driving tours from the Burton Street neighborhood, [More to Love](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/1871-more-to-love-consignment) on New Leicester Highway sells plus-size clothing on consignment, and [AVL Cake Lady](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2062-avl-cake-lady) bakes custom cakes a short drive up the same road. On Hendersonville Road, [Salon Roche](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2101-salon-roche) focuses on healthy hair and [Asheville Pro Lash](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2093-asheville-pro-lash-and-salon) handles lashes and makeup. For events, [Cooking with Comedy Catering](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2186-cooking-with-comedy-catering) and the [Blessed Soul Food](/asheville-nc/explore-places-to-go/2065-blessed-soul-food) truck bring soul food to weddings, offices and festivals. Each profile has hours, contact details and directions.

Black Owned Businesses in Asheville NC: Restaurants, Shops, Services

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