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Smoky Mountain Barbecue | West Jefferson, NC

smokey mt bbq west jefferson NC

I have to say that I’m thrilled to be able to do this post, for the sheer reason that I thought I had tragically deleted these photos months ago. Found them today, hooray! Imagine my surprise when I was snapping a few pics of my boys in the snow today, and flipped through the pics on the back of the camera and ended up in some gorgeous barbecue from a much warmer place. Paradise!

Back in October, I took a trip to the mountains of North Carolina to shoot my good friend Emily’s wedding, and my first night in town my mother and I ate at Trip Advisor’s #1 rated local restaurant: Smoky Mountain Barbecue.  It was fantastic. The long lines out the door are a testament to how good this bbq is. What you see pictured here is a small barbecue plate, served with 3 hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides: I had white slaw and potato salad.  In the background you find the only condiment that a true North Carolinian needs on barbecue: Texas Pete hot sauce, conveniently placed on every table. And of course, iced tea.

Smoky Mountain Barbecue West Jefferson NC

smokey mountain barbecue west jefferson chopped plate

Smoky Mountain Barbecue West Jefferson NC

Check out Brickstone Pizza & Pasta, if you’d like to know another good place to eat in West Jefferson.

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Crab Bruleè at @thestagerestaurant603 in Keene is such a fun appetizer. You crack the hard layer of caramelized sugar on the top, and then scoop up the crab Rangoon dip with the wonton crisps. It’s not too filling, so it’s a great way to start your dinner.
The Grotto at @thestagerestaurant603 …….. such a lovely dining area just off the sidewalk, down a narrow alley. This is an incredible hidden gem in the heart of Keene.

I highly recommend you enjoy a great meal here while the weather is still perfect.