An honest review: Has a change of scenery had an effect on Delauder’s BBQ? There is exquisite beauty in the world, and I’ve been lucky enough to see some of it. A meteor shower over the Gulf of Mexico comes to mind, as does the sun rise over the Atlantic. I’ve been in some of the world’s most magnificent museums and
“I’d gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today…” – and these are the ones worth it. When you think about the Smoky Mountains, I suspect the first foodstuff that comes to mind is pancakes, probably followed closely by barbecue. That is, unless we allow liquid refreshments on the list, in which case moonshine is probably right near the top.
A battle of two East Tennessee institutions When it comes to East Tennessee culinary dominance – local chain division – you’ve got a few contenders in the race. Among them is Calhoun’s, a barbecue institution that started in West Knoxville in 1983. The restaurant won the National Rib Cook-off in Ohio shortly thereafter. Another option is Aubrey’s, a less specialized
Two iconic restaurants are minutes apart on Dolly Parton Parkway – which is best? There is an interesting battle shaping up on the edge of Sevierville. Two iconic Sevier County restaurants are located just minutes apart on Dolly Parton Parkway, competing for your dining dollars. Which one deserves your support? There has been a fascinating development that is changing the
The Recipe for Authentic Down-Home Cooking in the Smokies It’s hard to believe this, but there are giant swaths of underdeveloped real estate along major roadways in Sevier County. For years, the focus has been on the strip in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg. Specifically, piling attraction after attraction on top of each other while other easily accessible parts of the county
I’ve eaten at dozens of lunch spots in Gatlinburg, and these are the best It’s Gatlinburg’s job to keep the tourist business going. What does that mean? It means giving the people what they want. Which is, among other things, to be fed well. There are a few million places to eat in Gatlinburg. You can certainly get a good
Ranking your best options when choosing from Delauder’s smoked meat options It’s not just the content creators. Ranking things is part of the human condition. For years, decades, generations, centuries, heck, maybe even eons, ranking stuff has been the default conversation starter. Running out of things to talk about? Who are your favorite bands? What are your favorite movies? TVs.
Aubrey’s vs Holston’s Kitchen: A Culinary Battle Located a half mile apart, drive time depending on the traffic, a pair of American-style restaurants are battling it out for Sevierville’s mid-tier dining business. It’s Aubrey’s vs Holston’s. What do I mean by mid-tier? It’s not necessarily an indication of experience, as I think both are good to find. Certainly, they are
Is Mezzaluna in Hendersonville, NC really mighty, mighty? Have you ever had lottery dreams? When the PowerBall or Mega Millions start creeping up into serious money, you go all Walter Mitty, allowing yourself to dream about what life would be like if you get hit by the bolt of lottery lightning? I do. I was born a daydreamer, and it doesn’t take
Red Oak Bistro: A local’s honest review There are several ways the Red Oak Bistro stands out. For instance? Its (669) Glades Road location is not in the traditional areas of the Gatlinburg culinary scene. Beyond that, the menu – based on what is available through local farmers and producers – changes so often, they don’t even bother trying to put it up on