The Mist Project

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Exploring Appalachian foodways through research, preservation, hospitality, and education.

Rooted in Place.
Driven by Curiosity.

We study the ingredients, traditions, and techniques of the Appalachian region — building an archive, a restaurant, and a body of knowledge rooted in what we find.

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Hospitality

A dining experience rooted in the landscape and seasons of Appalachia.

black walnuts, pine cones, syrups, preserved ingredients
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Ingredient Lab

Research, preservation, and experimentation with overlooked ingredients.

old person's hands shelling beans, peeling apples, or processing food
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Foodways

Stories, traditions, observations, and discoveries from the field, kitchen, and community.