North Carolina, Highlands, Rib Shack

Since August 26th was our 19th wedding anniversary, we took a two nighter up to Highland’s North Carolina. This was our first trip to Highlands, but we’re looking forward to going back. There are dozens of neat local eateries and shops. The Rib Shack was awesome. We had some St. Louis ribs that were smoked with a dry rub with sweet sauce added before serving. Sweet Tea and atmosphere were good. We also had a serving of pulled pork with a vinegary sauce with a little kick (much like our own Circle M BBQ). Our sides were great black-eyed peas and Sweet Potato French fries (they were delicious) Kevin: ribs 6, tea 8, ambience 9 Ann: ribs 10, tea 9, ambience 9.

North Carolina, Highlands, DonLeon's Deli Cafe

DonLeon’s Deli Café (Highlands NC)This was a pretty cool local shop serving an awesome Reuben sandwich. DonLeon’s has a unique atmosphere with little signs and quotes all over the walls. Ann’s favorite was “PMS=Putting up with Men’s Stupidity”. Sweet Tea was great. Kevin: ribs na, tea 7, ambience 9 Ann: ribs na, tea 9, ambience 8.