In cities from Lexington to Louisville, previously abandoned distilleries are getting a fresh taste of success in the birthplace of bourbon
November 2017
Five of the best distilleries on the American Whiskey Trail
As sales of Kentucky bourbon and Tennessee whiskey have rocketed, so has interest in the terroir of the region, and distilleries – Jack Daniel’s and Wild Turkey included – have opened for tours and tastings
April 2015
Louisville’s famous Twig and Leaf: are diners landmarks worth preserving?
Faded decor, empty seats, low quality food – this once-popular Louisville diner has fallen into serious decline. But is it worth saving as a heritage landmark?
August 2013
Road trips USA: Chicago to Memphis
Twitter road trips USA: Chicago-Memphis day four - as it happened
After a big night on the town, Benji Lanyado hit the road en route to Nashville, Music City, by way of bourbon, Corvettes and honky tonk
Road trips USA: Chicago to Memphis
Twitter road trips USA: Chicago to Memphis day three – as it happened
Benji Lanyado's third day took him from Indianapolis down through the open prairie roads for the Bluegrass State of Kentucky. Tell him what to see and do along the way
Road trips USA: Chicago to Memphis
Top 10 hotels and B&Bs in Louisville
From homely B&Bs, to ultra-chic boltholes, grand hotels oozing old-style Southern charm and even a casino – Louisville has something to suit every taste and pocket, says Michelle Jones
January 2011
Across the Appalachians with a banjo
There's no better way to appreciate America's Appalachian mountains than to travel with a banjo – but be sure to watch out for hungry bears and bugling elks
February 2003
Finger pickin' good
Forget the fried chicken, bluegrass music embodies the true flavour of Kentucky, says Richard Knight.
