Smoky Mountain Restaurant Options in 2023

New Smoky Mountain restaurant options are booming in the cities in Tennessee. A new diner in Gatlinburg and one in Pigeon Forge; a cider company and a pizza and wine bar in Pigeon Forge; barbeque joints in Pigeon Forge and Sevierville; and pizza, coffee, lobster; and Peruvian restaurants in Sevierville have been added to the […]

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Time For A Girls Trip

Catch up with your best girls with a girls trip to the Smokies. When it’s time to get away with the girls, the Great Smoky Mountains has everything you might want – from great food and unique restaurants to spas, amazing hikes, shopping, and cabins with great amenities for all the laughs and luxury. With […]

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7 Outdoor Dining Restaurant Choices in the Smokies

“Nothing is so beautiful as Spring,” English poet Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote in the poem “Spring.” In the Great Smoky Mountains, spring comes with much joy as flowers bloom, the sun shines and outdoor dining restaurant experience becomes an option again. Here are 7 of our favorite spots to enjoy outdoor dining with incredible mountain […]

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Christmas Shopping

There’s nothing like Christmas shopping in the Smoky Mountains to bring joy, and a sense of warmth to the soul. After all, f you can’t live in the mountains, take something home to remember your trip, give as gifts to friends and family. Original hand-made art can be found in The Arts and Crafts Community. Do the […]

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The Six Most Romantic Gatlinburg Restaurants in the Smoky Mountains

When planning a romantic winter weather snuggle in a Smoky Mountain cabin, you’ll need to consider where to have a romantic meal with your sweetie. Here are six amazing Gatlinburg romantic restaurants with excellent food, views and vibes. The Gatlinburg Classic Romantic Meal The Peddler Steakhouse in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Guests are surrounded by warmth and […]

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Best New Restaurants in the Smoky Mountains

People come to the Smoky Mountains for the beauty and serenity and the food! There are some new places to try on the next visit. Here’s our top “best new restaurants” plus two bonus spots that are coming soon! Trotter’s Whole Hog BBQ is located in the historic downtown district of Sevierville and opened recently […]

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Best Ice Cream of 2022 in The Smokies

Best Ice Cream of 2022 in The Smokies Are you screaming for ice cream? We’ve got you covered with so many ice cream opportunities in the Great Smoky Mountains with unique treats and flavors, along with classic parlor shops too. Next Add Nitrogen Dulce Nitrogen- Ice Cream & Bubble Tea reopened in May after two […]

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New Restaurants and Restaurant Updates

Come to the Smokies for the mountains, the streams and rivers and the food! We’ve got some restaurant updates for you – new restaurants and updates to some old favorites. Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown The long-awaited opening of star chef Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown happened in June. FACE Amusement Group and Guy Fieri opened the […]

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Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge

The Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge can be difficult decision to make, especially when you’re on limited time. So we decided to make it a little less taxing as you undergo the  Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge dilemma with a guide to which town might be better for you.  Plus, following this guide just might help you […]

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