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It\u2019s January, and it\u2019s time to recharge and renew! If you are like the majority, you might be planning a getaway vacation, or embracing a healthier diet and mindset. How many times on a travel adventure have you found yourself hungry, causing you to settle for a gas station granola bar or a fast-food chain? When you travel through small mountain towns, especially in East Tennessee, it\u2019s not easy to find light and fresh meals that a family can all enjoy.<\/p>\n
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If you plan on heading towards East Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains for an adventure, you might find yourself among some rural areas along the way. Townsend, TN<\/a> is one of those special places, coined \u201cPeaceful Side of the Smokies,\u201d<\/a> with mountain views and pristine waters, and it sits at the base of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park<\/a>. Until recently, Towsend hasn\u2019t been much different than any other rural East Tennessee town, until the arrival of Peaceful Side Social Brewery + Craft Kitchen<\/a>. It\u2019s the area’s newest restaurant and gathering place, offering a fresh chef-driven menu with quick and casual service and an outdoor pet-friendly patio. If you want to make a toast you can order a glass of sparkling wine, or enjoy our curated selection of local microbrews and German beers<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Peaceful-Side-Social-Townsend-TN.jpg” alt=”Peaceful Side Social Townsend TN” title_text=”Peaceful Side Social Townsend TN” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Peaceful Side Social<\/a> has something everyone in the family will enjoy, and you can relax knowing that it\u2019s healthy, fresh, and created by an awesome team of people. The menu is designed to include anyone, no matter the dietary preferences, including vegetarians, vegans, plant-based or people who are gluten-sensitive. Keep reading to see some of the chef created menu options that will get your healthy new year headed the right direction.<\/p>\n Do you like something both healthy and hearty? Two options are the Half Chicken + Potatoes with Hearth Roasted chicken on the bone, and our most popular sandwich, the Pulled Chicken + Bacon Hoagie made with pickled red onions, basil pesto and arugula.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chicken-and-Fries.jpg” alt=”Chicken and Fries” title_text=”Chicken and Fries” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Sandwich-Chips.jpg” alt=”Sandwich Chips” title_text=”Sandwich Chips” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Looking for something light, fresh and flavorful? The Trout + Avocado Sandwich made with local trout smoked in house on sourdough toast is a crowd pleaser, along with the Fig + Pear Roundbread topped with balsamic reduction and hot honey.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Sandwich.jpg” alt=”Sandwich” title_text=”Sandwich” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fig-and-Pear.jpg” alt=”Fig and Pear” title_text=”Fig and Pear” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Are your practicing Veganuary<\/a>? If so, Peaceful Side Social<\/a> has several options for you, including the Power Grain Bowl made with a quinoa and edamame blend, fresh veggies and house made citrus vinaigrette, or the Hummus Duo with original and black eyed pea hummuses, pickled veggies and flatbreads.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Salad.jpg” alt=”Salad” title_text=”Salad” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Appetizers.jpg” alt=”Appetizers” title_text=”Appetizers” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vegetarians can enjoy a wide variety of options depending on your cravings. Some options include the classic Stone Hearth oven baked Margherita Roundbread or the simple Peaceful Side Salad made with local Sweet Valley Farms cheddar cheese and heirloom tomatoes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Pizza.jpg” alt=”Pizza” title_text=”Pizza” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Salads.jpg” alt=”Salads” title_text=”Salads” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Are you sensitive to gluten? Our Country Kale Salad is a healthy and delicious choice made with julienned green apples and Benton\u2019s country ham. Before you leave, grab a gluten-sensitive brownie to end your meal on a sweet note.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Salad-Bowl.jpg” alt=”Salad Bowl” title_text=”Salad Bowl” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/peacefulsidesocial.com\/media\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Cookie-Brownie.jpg” alt=”Cookie Brownie” title_text=”Cookie Brownie” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.5″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Next time you are on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies<\/a>, make a point to check out Peaceful Side Social Brewery + Craft Kitchen<\/a>, relax and take in the views from the patio, and enjoy the fresh and flavorful cuisine from our menu. We look forward to sharing our New Year\u2019s plans with you as we begin construction on our brewhouse and beer garden this year. Follow us on Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a> to stay informed about our newest upgrades. Your adventures won\u2019t be complete without us!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Cheers to Health Conscious Traveling in 2022 on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies It\u2019s January, and it\u2019s time to recharge and renew! 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