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What happens when a family tradition of tea-making collides with the challenges of entrepreneurship and the devastation of Hurricane Helene?

In this episode of Asheville Reboot, Alex Jarbo (owner of Engadine Inn & Cabins) sits down with Stephanie, owner of Cornerstone Tea Company, to share her story of resilience, faith, and creativity.

Stephanie explains how Cornerstone Tea began as her mother’s dream and has now grown into a thriving wholesale and retail business serving Western North Carolina. She opens up about the difficult days during and after Hurricane Helene—navigating road closures, losing power, worrying about loved ones, and watching fellow businesses suffer flooding and closures.

Despite setbacks, Stephanie pushed forward. She added more wholesale accounts, donated proceeds from a special “Mountain Strong” tea blend to hurricane relief efforts, and continues to support local vendors who were hardest hit.

Alex and Stephanie also talk about:

• Why supporting local businesses in Asheville and Western North Carolina matters more than ever.
• How Cornerstone Tea crafts custom blends (including Engadine’s signature tea).
• The powerful role of faith, community, and divine appointments in rebuilding after disaster.
• Why fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains promises to be a season of hope, color, and recovery.

👉 Learn more and shop teas: Cornerstone Tea Company

👉 Plan your mountain getaway: Engadine Inn & Cabins

Whether you’re a tea lover, a visitor planning your next Asheville trip, or simply inspired by stories of perseverance, this conversation will remind you how strong communities can be when people rally together.

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Afternoon tea isn’t just for London. In this episode of Asheville Reboot, Ward Henderson sits down with Christy, creator of A Spot of Tea — a fully customizable English-style high tea service now thriving in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Christy shares how her years at Biltmore Estate inspired her to launch this luxury experience, why Hurricane Helene became the unexpected catalyst for her business, and how Engadine Inn & Cabins became one of her premier partners. From Victorian elegance to wellness-focused menus, Christy’s teas are steeped in tradition, creativity, and local flavor.

If you’ve ever wanted to sip tea in a Queen Anne Victorian, savor cucumber sandwiches, or explore matcha-inspired desserts, this is your invitation.

📍 Book your Spot of Tea experience now:
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Asheville Reboot – Episode 3: Wellness, Recovery, and Reconnection at Engadine Inn with Asheville Wellness Tours

In this episode of Asheville Reboot, Ward Henderson from Engadine Inn and Cabins sits down with Nicole Will, founder of Asheville Wellness Tours, to explore how wellness experiences are helping visitors reconnect with themselves, nature, and the Asheville community after Hurricane Helene.

Nicole shares:

• The impact the hurricane had on her team and operations
• How Asheville Wellness Tours adapted and stayed resilient through the storm’s aftermath
• Why partnerships, like the new one with Engadine Inn and Cabins, are key to rebuilding tourism in Western North Carolina
• What travelers can now experience onsite at Engadine — from private yoga and massage to tarot readings and goat yoga

Whether you’re planning a trip to Asheville or just need a reminder to slow down and breathe, this episode offers a grounded and hopeful look at the future of wellness travel in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

🌿 Learn more and book your stay at EngadineInnandCabins.com
🧘‍♀️ Explore wellness experiences at AshevilleWellnessTours.com

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Asheville Reboot – Episode 2: Asheville is Open for Business – Hotel Industry Leader Rick Bell on the Region’s Comeback

In this episode of Asheville Reboot, Brian Hamrick speaks with Rick Bell, Executive Director of the Asheville Hotel Association, about how the hotel and lodging industry in Asheville and Western North Carolina is bouncing back after Hurricane Helene.

Rick shares:

• The real impact the hurricane had on local hotels and B&Bs
• Why the media’s portrayal exaggerated the damage
• How businesses are recovering—and why now is actually the perfect time to visit Asheville
• What visitors can expect this summer and fall, including deals, fewer crowds, and restored trails, rivers, and attractions

If you're wondering whether Asheville is ready for your next vacation—the answer is yes. We’re open, welcoming, and better than ever.

🎧 Listen now and help spread the word that Asheville is back.

📍 Learn more about Engadine Inn & Cabins at EngadineInnandCabins.com

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In this premiere episode, co-hosts Brian Hamrick and Alex Jarbo, co-owners of Engadine Inn & Cabins, share their firsthand experience navigating the devastation of Hurricane Helene and how their business became a vital part of the recovery effort in Western North Carolina.

Located in Candler, NC, just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville, Engadine served as a shelter, distribution hub, and rally point for Aerial Recovery and over 400 volunteers supporting the community.

We discuss:

• What Engadine Inn & Cabins is and what makes it so unique
• The impact of Hurricane Helene on local tourism and business
• How Engadine became a lifeline for the community post-storm
• The real story behind Asheville’s recovery—95% of the area is open and thriving
• What this podcast will be about going forward: short-form interviews with local business owners rebuilding after the storm

💬 "People think Asheville is closed. It’s not. This town is open, alive, and rebuilding stronger than ever."

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If you’re a local Asheville business owner affected by Hurricane Helene, we want to hear from you. Reach out to Brian, Alex, or Ward via the Engadine website.

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