Ellijay Your Way: Taste Explosion

For the foodies in the group, don’t miss these culinary-centric destinations in and around Ellijay. Located on the square, the Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company features 65 varieties of olive oil and balsamic vinegars from Italy, Greece, Chile, and other global destinations. Take time for an olive oil tasting to see which ones you want to take home. You might be surprised at the combinations that turn out to be favorites.

Just around the corner, you can create a beautiful charcuterie board in a class at Mountain View Artisanal. This is a hands-on experience where you’ll learn how to assemble a mouth-watering charcuterie board that will impress family and friends. Each class includes a selection of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, crackers, and fresh garnishes plus step-by-step instructions on how to put it all together.

If gourmet shiitake and oyster mushrooms set your appetite in motion, make your way to the farm store at Ellijay Mushrooms for some fresh-picked fungi. Located on 171 acres, this award-winning mushroom farm specializes in growing and harvesting shiitake and oyster mushrooms that will enhance any dish. At the farm store, you not only can pick up fresh mushrooms, but you can also grab some cute mushroom-themed clothing and accessories, pottery, and other fun merchandise.

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