The Barn at Blackberry Farm
Tennessee
The Barn at Blackberry Farm gives Appalachian ingredients a formal dining setting in the Tennessee foothills. Housed in a turn-of-the-century bank-style barn at the centre of the farmstead, it brings the estate’s food traditions to the table through a multi-course menu. Produce from the property and the surrounding region shapes the kitchen’s Foothills Cuisine. The garden is only a short walk away, creating a direct connection between what is growing and what appears at dinner. Seasonal change is part of the experience. Antique-style linens, custom-made chairs and sterling silver establish a considered atmosphere within the agricultural building. The extensive wine cellar adds another dimension, giving diners the opportunity to explore pairings or make a particular bottle part of the occasion. Most tables serve hotel guests, with limited reservations available to outside diners. The Barn is a meal to plan around, especially for travellers interested in how a place’s farming, ingredients and hospitality can come together in a single evening.