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Full of flavour
Kentucky, the birthplace of bourbon and named ‘bluegrass music capital of the world’, offers a uniquely southern foodie experience
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esignated culinary trails across Kentucky showcase the bluegrass state’s spirits and mouth-watering meals in the best possible way. These flavours to be savoured range from the smooth bourbon whisky it’s known for to savoury dishes such as beer cheese, barbecued meat and fried catfish.
Bold bourbon One way to learn about “America’s native
spirit” is at historic distilleries throughout Bourbon Country. From craft creators to the world’s largest bourbon producers, many distilleries invite visitors to learn about their brands and host tastings during behind-the- scenes distillery tours. New to Kentucky, The B-Line – an inviting collection of unique craft distilleries, bars and restaurants – can be found on the brink of Bourbon Country on the northern state line and is a destination primed for lovers of the spirit.
Freshest fare
A two-hour drive south of The B-Line reveals Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, which is the largest collection of 19th-century restored buildings in Kentucky. Offering garden-to- table meals, it provides just a sample of the state’s fresh flavours that appeal to all kinds of tastes. Finding the perfect pairing of delectable regional dishes and iconic cultural experiences is made easy by a bounty of outdoor adventure, bourbon, bluegrass music, art and history; all combined with limitless natural beauty.
At a glance
Whisky production: Kentucky distils 95% of the world’s bourbon whisky and is home to classic distilleries such as Maker’s Mark, Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, Wild Turkey, Four Roses and Heaven Hill.
What’s new...
Influential citizens: Home of the legendary Colonel Harland David Sanders, Kentucky hosts the restaurant where he perfected his famous fried chicken recipe. The state is also the birthplace of Muhammad Ali, Abraham Lincoln and Bill Monroe. Cultural creations: The Kentucky Derby and the Corvette sports car originate from here. Top attraction: Mammoth Cave is the world’s longest known cave system – it has more than 400 miles of explored trails.
What’s new?
Bourbon distilleries are opening all the time in Kentucky. There is a husband-and-wife duo creating innovative new spirits at Rabbit Hole Distilling in Louisville; then there’s Lux Ro Distillers in Bardstown; the James E Pepper distillery in Lexington; and, for the first time in the eastern part of the state, Dueling Barrels in Pikeville.
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame in Owensboro will open a new state-of-the-art museum in autumn 2018. It will feature a 500-seat concert hall, 2,000-seat outdoor arena, research library, and rooftop restaurant overlooking the Ohio River.
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A unique shopping experience at The Summit at Fritz Farm in Lexington includes more than 70 street-level shops. There are also more than 20 dining options featuring chef-inspired, local and regional flavours, and Kentucky’s first food hall, The Barn.
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