Bakery cafe with breads, sandwiches, brunch, and wine
























"Recognized by the inaugural Michelin American South Guide with a Bib Gourmand for high-quality, well-priced fare." - Rachel Chang Rachel Chang Rachel Chang is a travel and pop culture journalist who contributes to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

"In Asheville, Mother is listed as a bakery included on the MICHELIN Guide's inaugural American South Bib Gourmand list." - The MICHELIN Guide

"Included among the 50 Bib Gourmand designations in the South guide, which recognize “good quality food for a good value” and are deemed “personal favorites” by inspectors when dining on their own time." - Henna Bakshi

"Brett Watson and Heidi Bass started their culinary journey by selling sourdough bread on their front lawn. Three years later Mother has expanded to include tantalizing lunch offerings, including the famous jambon beurre sandwich served on a fresh warm baguette." - Lyndsay Cordell


"A Asheville spot that left a reviewer curious after only sampling a pretzel—worth returning to for a full meal and further judgment." - Eater Staff