From Karen
Ever since I can remember, I have always wanted to go to my grandfather's hometown of Spruce Pine, North Carolina. This past weekend (after saying good-bye to Chris and the kids as they headed off to Indiana), I ventured on my own to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
I found a restaurant online last year called Knife & Fork that intrigued me. Finally, I had the opportunity to go, and it was so, so worth it. The dishes were superb. The ingredients were local and magnificent (like warm bread served with butter made from local honey, fresh thyme, and rendered pork fat).
Go out of your way to get to Knife & Fork. Take the time to savor the mountains and the food. You will not be disappointed.
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Honey chevre pancake with candied hog jowl and kimchi
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Braised chicken leg & thigh with lacinato kale and mashed potatoes
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Coffee ice cream over a warm doughnut
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