Experience the magic of Appalachian cuisine with our chef-curated private dining experience, where local ingredients meet mountain traditions in an unforgettable culinary journey.
Each menu is thoughtfully designed by our executive chef using seasonal ingredients foraged and sourced from local Appalachian farmers.
Mountain Inspired
Our dishes celebrate the rich culinary heritage of the Smokies, featuring traditional techniques with modern interpretations.
Private Experience
Enjoy a multi-course feast in an intimate setting, with personalized service and breathtaking mountain views.
Starters and Appalachian Bites
Heritage Cornbread
Stone-ground cornbread with Tennessee sorghum butter, local wildflower honey, and house-pickled seasonal vegetables.
Smoky Mountain Trout Dip
Locally caught rainbow trout, smoked over hickory and blended with herbs, cream cheese, and mountain herbs, served with crisp Appalachian crackers.
Ramp & Morel Fritters
Wild-foraged ramps and morel mushrooms in a light cornmeal batter, flash-fried and served with black walnut aioli and fermented hot honey.
Salad & soup
Mountain Greens
Crisp seasonal salad combining wild greens, pickled ramps, candied walnuts, and heirloom tomatoes, dressed with our signature blackberry vinaigrette.
Wild Harvest Soup
Our velvety foraged mushroom soup features a medley of local chanterelles, morels, and oyster mushrooms, gently simmered with herbs gathered from mountain meadows.
Main Courses: From the Mountains & Streams
Smoky Mountain Trout
Pan-seared rainbow trout from local streams, served with foraged ramp butter, heirloom grits, and charred mountain vegetables.
Appalachian Game
Herb-crusted venison loin with blackberry moonshine reduction. served with a medley of roasted rainbow carrots, parsnips, and turnips from neighboring farms and black walnut pesto.
Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Handmade gnocchi crafted from mountain-grown sweet potatoes, tossed in a smoked tomato cream sauce with foraged ramps and wild mushrooms.
Bourbon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Locally raised heritage pork tenderloin glazed with Appalachian bourbon and sorghum, served with apple-cabbage slaw and stone-ground mustard sauce from century-old regional recipes.
Desserts: Sweet Southern Comfort
Mountain Berry Cobbler
Warm dessert featuring wild blackberries and blueberries from highland farms, topped with hickory-smoked ice cream and sorghum brittle.
Appalachian Stack Cake
Generations-old recipe featuring thin layers of molasses cake separated by spiced apple preserves, aged for 24 hours and dusted with walnut sugar.
Moonshine Buttermilk Pie
Silky smooth custard pie with hints of vanilla bean and local honey, served with moonshine-infused whipped cream and candied hickory nuts.
Beverage Pairings & Local Libations
Tennessee Spirits
Curated selection of small-batch whiskeys and moonshine from local distilleries
Mountain Craft Brews
Rotating selection of ales and lagers from Smoky Mountain microbreweries
Local Wines
Chardonnay and fruit wines from nearby vineyards and orchards
Mountain Refreshments
House-made spritzers, wild berry lemonades, and foraged herbal teas
Our beverage director has thoughtfully paired each course with the perfect libation to enhance your dining experience, with options for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic preferences.
Booking, Customization, and Dietary Notes
How to Reserve Your Private Dining Experience
Bookings require a minimum of 3 weeks advance notice and can be made by phone or through our website. A 50% deposit is required to secure your reservation, with the balance due a week before your experience.
Menu Customization Options
Work directly with our executive chef to create a personalized menu that reflects your preferences and celebrates seasonal ingredients. Custom menus should be finalized at least one week prior to your dining date.
Dietary Accommodations
We happily accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements with advance notice. Please inform us of any allergies or restrictions when booking so our chef can prepare alternatives without compromising the experience.