the frugal foodie
the frugal foodie
The Heights neighborhood offers great shops , restaurants and a number of culinary treats sure to please any foodie .
Little Rock has a vibrant artisanal , craft beverage scene , and folks can use the Locally Labeled passport to get great swag while exploring the city ’ s breweries , wineries and distillery .
Little Rock , AR
Anytime is a great time for exploration , and very often , at the heart of one ’ s journey is food – and drink . As Arkansas ’ s capital city and cultural core , Little Rock is home to a burgeoning culinary scene that is garnering acclaim and putting the city on the map as a culinary destination . From Michelin star and James Beard award-winning chefs to top local talents , magic is being created here every day .
The nation ’ s locavore movement has raised the bar on what people expect as part of their overall dining experience . Restaurants and food-related businesses focus on using locally-sourced products . Little Rock has an energetic artisanal food scene , including purveyors such as Boulevard Bread Company , Hillcrest Artisan Meats , Kent Walker Artisan Cheese , Izard Chocolates , Le Pops Gourmet Ice Lollies and Loblolly Creamery .
The River Market District , located downtown , is a great place for visitors to explore with its blend of attractions , museums , restaurants , shops and great entertainment options .
Little Rock ’ s craft brew community has flourished in recent years . Home to ten craft breweries ( Blue Canoe , Core Brewing Co ., Damgoode Pies , Diamond Bear Brewery , Flyway Brewing , Lost Forty Brewing , Rebel Kettle , Refined Ale , Stone ’ s Throw Brewing and Vino ’ s Brewpub ), beer drinkers will find a lot to please their palates . Rock Town Distillery , the state ’ s first legal distillery since prohibition , is worth a tour and taste . Rock Town specializes in small-batch , hand-crafted premium bourbon whiskeys , gin , rum and vod-
92 FoodTraveler l Winter 2016