Wine of the Week: Ridge California Sonoma County Three Valleys 2009

There is nothing better than enjoying a glass of wine on a spring day, while looking out at the Great Smoky Mountains. In particular, we recommend the Ridge California Sonoma County Three Valleys 2009. The winemaker considers this wine to be special because of the many different flavors from a variety of grapes, one can taste fresh raspberry, cherry, white pepper, and elegant tannins. Join us at Dancing Bear Lodge for dinner and be sure to ask about this great wine!

Throughout May, we will be featuring some of our favorite wines, so check back for more information soon!

Mother's Day Brunch Menu

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13! Our staff at Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant can’t wait to help you celebrate and honor your mom! Join us for a special Mother’s Day brunch on May 13 from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Check out our below menu and make your reservation today by calling (865) 448-6000!

Brunch Menu

Regional Cheese and Charcuterie Plate

Salad of Baby Arugula, Smoked Trout Rillette, Benton’s Bacon, Poached Local Egg, Asparagus and Lemon Caper Vinaigrette

Dried Cherry and Cornmeal Waffle with Cinnamon Sorghum Syrup and Crispy Bacon

Local Three Egg Omelet with Ham, Cheddar Cheese and Spinach

Cornmeal Dusted Trout with Benton’s Bacon and Grits and Salad of Spicy Greens and Tomatoes

DBL Burger with Pimento Cheese, House Made Pickles, French Fries

Blackened North Carolina Catfish with Sheep’s Milk Cheese Gnocchi, Ramp Pesto, Ratatouille and Crawfish

Brunch Cocktails

House Made Bloody Mary

Strawberry Bellini

Mimosa

SweetWater Georgia Brown Beer

Join us for a sunny day on the back porch and enjoy a SweetWater Georgia Brown beer! Our friends at SweetWater Brewery describe it as “A river of deep caramel and chocolate malts meandering through undercut currents of hop additions. Georgia Brown is part of our year round lineup.”

We love it and think you will too!

Q & A with Chef Jeff Carter

Dancing Bear Lodge and Restaurant’s Chef Jeff Carter sat down with us recently and answered five quick questions. Learn more about Chef Carter:

What ingredient can you not live without? Salt

If you could only cook with one pan/dish what would it be? Le Creuset 6 Quart Dutch oven

What is your favorite thing to do when not in the kitchen? Golf, fly fish, hangout with family

Favorite memory in the kitchen? Probably the first SFA dinner that I did at Blackberry Farm…it was a memorable night for many reasons!

What would you be if you were not a Chef? A full time fishing guide or handy man

Easter Sunday Brunch Menu

Make plans now to join us at Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant for our Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 8. Chef Carter has created a delicious menu for you to share with your friends and family. To make reservations, please call (865) 448-6000.

Brunch Menu
Regional Cheese and Charcuterie Plate

Salad of Baby Arugula with Smoked Trout Rillette, Benton’s Bacon, Poached Egg, Asparagus and Lemon Caper Vinaigrette

Local Three Egg Omelet with Ham, Cheddar Cheese and Spinach
DBL Burger with Benton’s Bacon, Pimento Cheese, House Made Pickles and French Fries

“Chicken and Waffles” with Sorghum Glazed Chicken Breast, Dried Cherry and Cornmeal Waffles, Sweet and Sour Collard Greens

Fried South Carolina Catfish with House Made Tasso Grits, Apple Cole Slaw and Scallion Caper Remoulade

Brunch Cocktails
House Made Bloody Mary
Strawberry Bellini
Mimosa

A Classic Favorite: Mimosa

One of our favorite drinks is a mimosa. Try making it at home and enjoying it with your family and friends!

You will need one ounce of orange juice and some champagne. Then simply pour the orange juice in a champagne flute and slowly top with your favorite champagne. Enjoy!

Happy Casting

March is a great month for fly fishing. The temperatures are climbing up the thermostat which means the water is starting to warm up and fish will soon become more active! Whether you are a veteran angler or a first time caster, our Orvis-certified guides will lead you on a memorable fly fishing journey of your choice during a half or full day guided trip. We provide all of the equipment necessary including waders, flies, vests, rods and reels. Contact us at (865) 448-6000 for more information.