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LYNNE'S JESS'S MILLENNIAL AGENDA... Jess is Lynne's 23 year old daughter. She tells us how she'd guide her 20 and 30-something year old friends around Asheville. Badged by Lynne the "millennial agenda"... As I ease into a Saturday in Asheville, I typically do one of two things: head to Izzy's for my favorite iced latte in town (and possibly ever) or to Over Easy on Broadway for a delicious (but usually indulgent) breakfast. If for some reason I'm feeling particularly ambitious, I love to go to the Chisel class at 9 am at Clasique Pilates on Lexington and then I won't feel so bad about whatever choices I make for the rest of the day. Be warned; it's tough. If I have friends in town we may wander around downtown and do some shopping - Minx and Frock are two of my favorites. I can also spend a lot of time perusing books and random knick knacks in Malaprops or the Battery Park Book Exchange or scheme on my future super chic "grown up" home at Mobilia. Depending on when you start your day (or your Friday night), this may carry you right into happy hour. If it's a girls day and you want to fit in a pedicure or treatment, Spa Theology is great for more of a spa "experience". For happy hour I have several suggestions, depending on how you're feeling. If you want some the best pomegranate margarita you will ever have, hit up Limones (which is also great for dinner). For people watching and a classy glass of wine go to 5 Walnut. If you are a beer aficionado and potentially want to meet some bros, walk down to the Wicked Weed. Lastly, if you want to be hip and a "real Ashevillian" check out Ben's Tune Up (also great if it's nice outside). For a good dinner on a budget, I would suggest White Duck Taco or Doc Chey's (worth the wait). If you're willing to ball out for ambiance and great food, I love Limones, Zambras, or Curate, all of which are walking distance downtown. If you don't mind driving to West Asheville, the Admiral for dinner is amazing, despite the fact that it looks like a hole in the wall on the inside and out. Also they clear the tables after dinner and it turns into a big dance party if you're into that kind of thing. Although the lines can be ridiculous, no night downtown is complete without a trip to the Chocolate Lounge (in my humble opinion) so wherever you are, skip dessert. Post-chocolate lounge, I would suggest any of the bars I mentioned for happy hour, with the addition of maybe the Southern on Lexington or SkyBar if you want a view/ roof experience. Enjoy!