Food and Spirits Shopping in Kentucky

From urban cores to rural hamlets, Kentucky chefs pride themselves on featuring locally sourced ingredients on their restaurant menus. You can find many of these products at shops and markets around the state to bring home an authentic, farm-to-table taste of Kentucky.

During our growing season (April-November), many communities host farmers markets that are worth a visit. Year-round, market stores offer Kentucky Proud foods – meaning products grown, raised or made in Kentucky. Dozens of our small-farm wineries and craft breweries sell their products on-site and at retail locations around the Commonwealth.

Many Kentucky bourbons are probably available for purchase in your hometown, but they can’t compare to buying the perfect bottle at the distillery of your choice, or discovering a rare, small-batch bourbon you won’t find anywhere else. And don’t leave Kentucky without buying some bourbon balls (yes, bourbon-flavored candy), which were invented at Rebecca Ruth Candy in Frankfort.

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BOYCE GENERAL STORE

Experience the beauty of Warren County with a trip to Boyce General Store. Tucked in the rolling hills of Alvaton, Boyce’s is a step back in time, stocked with essentials and gifts. Be sure to order a dessert from the Pie Queen of Bowling Green. If you can't make it to the store, order something yummy online, such as delicious pies, sammies or a KY Love box.

THE KENTUCKY CASTLE

If a romantic dinner for two is what you are looking for, The Kentucky Castle is just the place to start! It's located in Versailles and offers a luxury experience worthy of royalty. Surrounded by Central Kentucky’s beautiful horse farms, it's a perfect place to take your special someone to experience romance in a unique, magical setting.

MY OLD KENTUCKY DINNER TRAIN

Enjoy a gourmet meal and wine with the most special people in your life as you travel on a two and a half hour train ride beginning in Bardstown. You will wind your way through beautiful Bourbon Country while enjoying a delicious Kentucky meal. This is an experience that's sure to be memorable!

BEAUMONT INN

This James Beard Award-Winning restaurant located in a beautiful antebellum inn sets the mood for exceptional southern dining with a side of romance. Reserve a personalized bourbon tasting with the Innkeeper to complete your experience!

OTTO’S

Located in Covington’s Mainstrasse Village, a quaint 19thcentury German neighborhood, Otto’s is perfect for the date who appreciates an eclectic, intimate atmosphere and savory house specialties.

HOLLY HILL INN

Set in a historic home located near charming Midway, the nationally recognized Holly Hill Inn prides itself on local, fresh ingredients while making your fine dining meal special for the one you love. The restaurant boasts more than 50 bourbons and an award-winning wine list to choose from!

BLUEGRASS COUNTRY ESTATE B&B

Want a private dinner to celebrate the most romantic day of the year? Nestled on a nine-acre horse farm in La Grange, this award-winning luxury bed and breakfast offers you and your special someone a bottle of wine or champagne, flowers and chocolates in your room, use of all the luxury amenities, and a gourmet breakfast for two. A private dinner option is also available when making reservations.

SHAKER VILLAGE OF PLEASANT HILL

The spirited hospitality that Shakers embodied will warmly welcome you for an enjoyable evening. The Trustee’s Table menu is based on locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients used in traditional Kentucky dishes, some of which are grown right outside in their nearby garden. After dinner, take a quiet stroll down the lane to view the restored, original Shaker buildings.

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