Four Years After Covid Shutdown, Asheville Restaurant Owner Reflects on Career Changes

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4 years after Covid shutdown, restaurant owner reminisces on reimagining his career

Four years after the Covid shutdown, an Asheville restaurant owner reminisces about reimagining his career after closing down his downtown restaurant. Now operating Tastee Diner on Haywood Road, the transition brought durability and new options.

No one anticipated the impact of Covid four years ago. It forced changes in livelihoods and businesses, prompting adaptability and resilience.

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Reflecting on the uncertainties post-pandemic, business owners like Steven Goff share concerns about the industry’s future. The unexpected longevity of changes brought about by Covid presented unprecedented challenges for small businesses.

A New Path Emerges

Closing his restaurant was a difficult decision for Goff, but it opened doors to new opportunities. Embracing change, he found resilience in exploring a different restaurant concept, leading to the Tastee Diner on Haywood Road.

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Transitioning from the upscale Aux Bar downtown, Goff now appreciates the longevity and flexibility offered by Tastee Diner. Adapting to challenges, he finds solace in the diverse food landscape of Asheville.

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Despite the impact of the pandemic, Asheville’s unique culinary scene retains its charm. For Goff and others, the journey to finding their place in the evolving food industry brings a sense of fulfillment and belonging.