Edible Ending: Go!
Take a few steps off the beaten path to experience local in a new way with one of these destinations.
Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn (Photo above)
Bar-B-Que takes on a whole new meaning in Owensboro with Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn, one of the most famous restaurants in Kentucky with their signature dish - hickory-smoked mutton, or smoked beef, pork, and chicken. For many, the peppery mutton burgoo is another favorite.
2830 West Parrish Ave., Owensboro, KY 42301 (270) 684-8143
Moonlite.com
The Abbey of Gethsemani
In 1848, 44 Trappist monks from western France made their way to the hills of central Kentucky to form The Abbey of Gethsemani. Supporting themselves through farming, the monks sell homemade fruitcake, fudge, and cheese.
3642 Monks Rd., Trappist, KY 40051 (800) 549-0912
Gethsemanifarms.org
The Rabbit Hash General Store
Rich in history, The Rabbit Hash General Store has been offering locally made merchandise, good music, and a gathering place for local farmers since 1831.
10021 Lower River Rd., Rabbit Hash, KY 41005-8657 (859) 586-7744
RabbitHash.com
Breaks Interstate Park
Known as the “Grand Canyon of the South” the Breaks Interstate Park is a five mile gorge, plunging 1650 feet, and covers an area over 2,000 acres in the Cumberland Mountains of Kentucky and Virginia. Located near Highway 80. Lodge and restaurants are on site.
627 Commission Circle, Breaks, VA 24607 (276) 865-4413
BreaksPark.com
Beaumont Inn
Celebrating 99 years in 2018, The Beaumont Inn is the perfect setting to step back in time to enjoy a little Kentucky history and Derby Pie. The restaurant received The James Beard Foundation America’s Classic Award.
638 Beaumont Inn Dr., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (800) 352-3992
BeaumontInn.com
