Locally made. Locally craved.

Stacie Mathieu

Stacie has more than 15 years in the food and beverage industry. Though you may see her around the restaurant interacting with guests, you’ll often see her behind the bar, making her signature specialty cocktails crafted with local ingredients. She has been with Azalea Bar & Kitchen since our re-launch in May of 2023 and is devoted to creating memorable experiences.

“[My] priority is to make Azalea a unique hangout to showcase the community and beauty of Asheville to visitors, as well as create a healthy work environment with a passionate team that works on bettering themselves and those around them.”

Lee Burns

With 12 years of experience working with various cuisines and a specific background in French cooking, Lee helped Chef John develop our menu. His wish is to “Set [Azalea Bar & Kitchen] apart from the normal” restaurants by “innovating or revitalizing traditional American cuisine.”

Skeva

A passionate, fierce leader, Skeva has spent 5 years in the food and beverage industry, working in every position in the front-of-house. At Azalea, they are embarking on their first experience assisting with all aspects of the restaurant, including helping Stacie open the kitchen on our re-launch.

Skeva’s goal for Azalea Bar & Kitchen is to “Create a fun and welcoming environment, a place to discover your favorite meal or cocktail [and] Create long-term connections within the community and all of our guests.”