Today, I'm happy to tell you about a fantastic place you're sure to love.
It's a lovely 130-year-old farmhouse between Surgoinsville and Rogersville, Tennessee that belongs to well-known regional artist, Lorraine Brewer. Inside this charming place is Jubilee Gallery which was established in 2,006 as an outlet for artists and craftsmen in the East Tennessee area to market their wares. Presently over a dozen people have their arts and crafts featured in the gallery. Most notably is the work of Lorraine Brewer herself whose lovely watercolors of local landmarks, scenery, and still lifes grace the walls. Her work is very popular not only with individuals, but also with owners of many area inns, restaurants, etc. who use her art as part of their decor.
Besides Lorraine Brewer's paintings, some other arts and crafts in the galleryinclude pottery, jellies, Tennessee Amish furniture, stained glass, handmade linens, wood crafts, and crocheted items. New merchandise arrives daily.
Jubilee Gallery is only one part of this picture. The other, in another part of the house, is Cafe Jubilee which serves lunch and even supper one evening. All of their food is homemade and cooked to order. Carry-outs are encouraged.
The menu has a nice array of items from which to select. There are soups, "quiche du jour", "sensational sandwiches," salads, and decadent desserts, all of which are expertly prepared by a chef who previousy worked at the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida. This is a menu with a sense of humor. Some entries include, "Mom's Killer Meat Loaf," "Lizzie Borden," (which is a chopped salad) and "Burnin' Down the House" (which is blackened chicken breast).
My over-all impression of Jubilee Gallery and Cafe is this: It's unusual and creative both inside and outside. Everything is well-planned and carried out. It's chock-full of artistic delights. It's both homey and elegant.
The people there, from Lorraine Brewer, who greets you at the door, to the ones working in the cafe, are friendly and helpful.
After eating a delicious meal, complete with a dessert, such as red velvet cake or peanut butter pie, etc. you just want to linger, taking it all in, with the pleasant chore of trying to decide what to buy for yourself, or for someone else. This is a particularly nice place to celebrate birthdays or other special occasions. When my husband and I were there recently, we witnessed both an anniversary and a birthday being celebrated, complete with singing and the the ringing of cow bells which are on every table.
However, you don't have to wait for a special occasion to go there, because just being there makes any day special.
F.Y.I.
Lorraine Brewer's Jubilee Gallery (423)345-3301
Cafe Jubilee(423)345-0088
573 Carters Valley Loop
Rogersville, TN 37857
Thursday-Monday 11:00AM-3:00PM
Dinner on Friday evening until 8:00PM ( Gallery is also open)
Professional catering services upon request
"Dining on the Veranda" year round
Reservations suggested
Just click on the link below to see the latest photos that Greg and I have on iStock:
www.istockphoto.com
Positive thought: Go somewhere different this week!
Thanks for visiting! Until next time ( April 3), Becky
Besides Lorraine Brewer's paintings, some other arts and crafts in the galleryinclude pottery, jellies, Tennessee Amish furniture, stained glass, handmade linens, wood crafts, and crocheted items. New merchandise arrives daily.
Jubilee Gallery is only one part of this picture. The other, in another part of the house, is Cafe Jubilee which serves lunch and even supper one evening. All of their food is homemade and cooked to order. Carry-outs are encouraged.
The menu has a nice array of items from which to select. There are soups, "quiche du jour", "sensational sandwiches," salads, and decadent desserts, all of which are expertly prepared by a chef who previousy worked at the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida. This is a menu with a sense of humor. Some entries include, "Mom's Killer Meat Loaf," "Lizzie Borden," (which is a chopped salad) and "Burnin' Down the House" (which is blackened chicken breast).
My over-all impression of Jubilee Gallery and Cafe is this: It's unusual and creative both inside and outside. Everything is well-planned and carried out. It's chock-full of artistic delights. It's both homey and elegant.
The people there, from Lorraine Brewer, who greets you at the door, to the ones working in the cafe, are friendly and helpful.
After eating a delicious meal, complete with a dessert, such as red velvet cake or peanut butter pie, etc. you just want to linger, taking it all in, with the pleasant chore of trying to decide what to buy for yourself, or for someone else. This is a particularly nice place to celebrate birthdays or other special occasions. When my husband and I were there recently, we witnessed both an anniversary and a birthday being celebrated, complete with singing and the the ringing of cow bells which are on every table.
However, you don't have to wait for a special occasion to go there, because just being there makes any day special.
F.Y.I.
Lorraine Brewer's Jubilee Gallery (423)345-3301
Cafe Jubilee(423)345-0088
573 Carters Valley Loop
Rogersville, TN 37857
Thursday-Monday 11:00AM-3:00PM
Dinner on Friday evening until 8:00PM ( Gallery is also open)
Professional catering services upon request
"Dining on the Veranda" year round
Reservations suggested
Just click on the link below to see the latest photos that Greg and I have on iStock:
www.istockphoto.com
Positive thought: Go somewhere different this week!
Thanks for visiting! Until next time ( April 3), Becky
2 comments:
I have been there many times. Lorraine's art is beautiful and the food in the cafe is wonderful. It is truly a special place to visit. Georganna R in Morristown
What a many faceted treat! The food, the art, the crafts were incredibly good; however, the delight of visiting with artisans and staff made our visit truly memorable.
Hope to be back soon,
Jan & Shelton Stubbs
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