Lovedale Smokehouse Cafe and Gourmet Pantry
Overview
Lovedale Smokehouse is an owner-operated, small-batch, artisan smokehouse with a café and gourmet pantry located on a 100-acre vineyard.
The café is famous for charcuterie platters showcasing their smoked and cured cold cut meats, seafood, terrines, pates, cheeses and chutneys.
Their menu also features low 'n slow USA barbecue smoked meats such as pulled pork, ribs and brisket, as well as smoky chicken or beef burgers and more.
With a super casual 'permanent food truck' vibe you can relax in the courtyard featuring vineyard views and splashing fountains, in their air-conditioned dining room or enjoy their food picnic-style on the vineyard or to take-away.
They are fully licensed and offer a large range of craft beer, ciders, Hunter Valley wines, soft drinks and barista-made coffee.
The Gourmet Pantry is stocked with on-site smoked produce such as salmon, trout, mussels, octopus, kangaroo, chicken, duck, ham, turkey, bacon, olives, cheeses, salts, garlic, kinds of butter as well as hand-made pates and terrines.
They also have a large range of deli items including cured meats, salami, cheeses, smoked honey, barbecue rubs and sauces, marinades, dukkah, jams, dressings, olives, olive oils and dessert sauces.
