ASHEVILLE – The Asheville restaurant community is in mourning after the unexpected death of a beloved local chef and restaurateur.
On Feb 6., Brian Canipelli died after a medical emergency during dinner service at his restaurant, Cucina 24. He was 46.
Canipelli’s family was not available for comment at the time of publication. A message on the restaurant’s website on Feb. 7 stated, “The cucina 24 family has suffered a tragic loss, and the restaurant will be closed for the time being.”…