"My favorite part of the entire trip was the gourmet breakfast each morning."
Janine, Wake Forest, NC

Dining is an important part of Bent Creek Lodge, to us and our guests. In fact, the story of the lodge begins when Jodee quit her corporate job to pursue a Culinary Arts Degree. After graduating she worked as a private chef, on the line at a couple of local restaurants and as an award winning teacher in the Culinary program at AB Tech. She now puts her talents to work not only preparing our delicious breakfasts and afternoon treats but also catering gourmet meals here for special occasions.

"Breakfasts were a culinary masterpiece." Greensboro, NC

Afternoon treats, often your first taste of Jodee’s fresh baking, await your arrival on the dining room bar along with a variety of beverages in the guest refrigerators. Some of the guests’ favorites are Reverse Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pistachio Tarts, Cranberry Pecan Bars and Best-ever Brownies. (I once witnessed a guest eat nearly a dozen before his wife pulled him away)

"The breakfasts were wonderful! I enjoyed the fact that it was not your typical breakfast, but interesting new twists on traditional favorites. I loved the yogurt stuffed French Toast with homemade granola! Lexington, KY

Breakfast will soon be on its way when you catch the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, available by 7:00am. Each morning we serve a full, hot, gourmet breakfast starting at 8:30 till 9:00. Breakfast always includes a selection of coffee and teas, seasonal fruit, and fresh juice. On a weekend you might start Saturday with a Frittata filled with veggies and cheese, Whole Wheat Scones, Home Fries, and Local Trout Cakes and on Sunday enjoy our “Always Crispy Blueberry Waffles”, Homemade Granola with Yogurt, and Apple Smoked Sausage. Jodee’s pledge is, “stay as long as you like and never have the same thing twice.”

Special dietary requirements or schedules are not a problem. We will gladly create a tasty alternative for any diet from vegan to glucose intolerance. If you are starting out early we can offer you an early breakfast option that includes muffins or scones, yogurt and fruit, and our homemade granola, cereal or hot oatmeal. Please be sure to let us know of any requirements at check-in.

An Evening of Fine Dining, here at the lodge, is one of the most memorable experiences for our group guests from wedding parties to corporate retreats. The lodge’s casual atmosphere, our personal service, the fireplace, exquisitely set tables all complimenting the beautifully presented and delicious meals create an evening few restaurants can match. And here you don’t have to drive home!!

You can choose each menu item from options Jodee prepares or give her a little direction and let her take it from there. I don’t think anyone has ever been disappointed. Dinners are ideal when your group has reserved the entire lodge. Midweek and during off seasons we may be able to accommodate smaller groups. Give us a call to check for availability and start planning your affair! View a small sample of our dinner options here...

Lunches & Meeting Room Set Ups – We often cater lunches for working retreats here at the lodge. Our downstairs sitting room with French doors from the hall, works great as a meeting room for groups of 10-15. Some groups like the casual seating as it is and for others we set up the room with our folding tables and office chairs. Meeting room reservations include coffee service and snacks. Please call for pricing and availability.

Cook Book - Jodee has put together a collection of ninety two of her favorite recipes with tips and notes on sale at the Lodge for $17. If you would like us to send a copy to you or a friend add $5 each for tax and shipping. You can send us a check or call with a credit card.

Try out her sample recipes:
• Whole Wheat Scones
• Blueberry Strata

'The meals were fantastical. Right on time every morning fresh and delicious". Moncure, NC