Our Owner/Chef Eric Scheffer and Directors Jordan Taylor and Sean Cudmore have served as the main contact points between Moody Plumbing, Topwater Energy Solutions, and fellow Asheville restaurateurs, streamlining the logistics and administration of clean water access to multiple restaurants throughout Asheville. Our team has been helping to arrange routes and coordinate so that these resources are more affordable and accessible, and we’re making notable suggestions such as bringing in smaller tanker trucks so that more restaurant locations can receive the water they need

We are excited to announce that all Scheffer Group restaurants, including both Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian locations, Gan Shan West, and Jettie Rae’s Oyster House, are now open and operating with clean, safe, and health department-certified potable water. Our hearts are full of gratitude as we welcome our beloved community back into our dining rooms. Over the past few days, it’s been a joy to see so many familiar, smiling faces, and we’re honored to provide a space for comfort, healing, and nourishment in these challenging times.

Chef/Owner Eric Scheffer has once again proven his commitment to providing exceptional hospitality as his three acclaimed establishments—Jettie Rae's Oyster House, Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian, and Gan Shan West—shine at the 2024 Best of WNC Mountain Xpress Awards.

At the Scheffer Group, we've always believed in the power of local partnerships and the importance of fresh, high-quality ingredients. Since day one, we've had the pleasure of working with one of the finest mushroom growers in the region, whose dedication and passion have enriched our culinary offerings.

Now in its 22nd year, Dining Out For Life has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for those affected by HIV/AIDS in our community and beyond. Learn more about the instrumental role that Eric Scheffer played in getting the event off the ground and running, and how impactful his support would be for years to come.

A note from Chef Eric Scheffer on the acquisition of Gan Shan West.