Discover Appalachian Cuisine, Craft Distilleries, and Music History on a Tennessee Road Trip

"I drove into a pioneer community turned outdoor museum where my fifth great-grandfather settled — Cades Cove feels like the Smokies' natural temple, an 11-mile scenic loop centered on a group of historic buildings and wildflower meadows that have long been a family pilgrimage for us." - Kevin West Kevin West Kevin West is a writer, food consultant, and “canning evangelist” (according to NPR). He’s the author of the cookbook “Saving the Season,” and his work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Martha Stewart Living, Condé Nast Traveler, Bon Appétit, and Food & Wine. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines