Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Unveils Smokehouse on the River
Nov 01, 2023
RIVER RANCH, Fla. – Nov. 1, 2023 – Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, renowned for offering unforgettable cowboy adventures, is taking its culinary experience to the waters’ edge by launching the resort’s newest culinary destination - Smokehouse on the River. This reimagined concept is now open and bringing a fun and casual BBQ dining experience to resort guests and visiting boaters alike.
"Smokehouse on the River is another great example of our commitment to culinary innovation," said Westgate Resorts Chief Operating Officer Mark Waltrip. "This destination blends the rugged charm of our ranch setting with original BBQ recipes, all set against the peaceful backdrop of the river."
Open Fridays through Mondays for lunch and dinner, Smokehouse on the River’s menu offers a variety of traditional BBQ dishes with a modern interpretation of grab-and-go fare, fusing the timeless craft of smoked meats with the serenity of waterside dining.
One of the innovative features of Smokehouse on the River is its accessibility to boaters. Patrons can conveniently dock their boats and enjoy a hassle-free food pick-up experience. This further enhances the resort's reputation as a premier destination for outdoor recreation and delectable cuisine.
With its picturesque location and unique boater-friendly inclusion, Smokehouse on the River is expected to become an iconic part of the Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo experience.
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ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS
Westgate Resorts is the largest privately held timeshare company in the world and one of the largest resort developers in the United States. Founded in 1982 by David Siegel, the company is headquartered in Orlando, Florida, with seven Orlando hotel resorts and 22 themed destination resorts nationwide. Westgate Resorts locations feature more than 14,000 luxury villas and hotel rooms in popular vacation destinations throughout the United States, such as Orlando and Cocoa Beach, Florida; New York City, New York; Park City, Utah; Las Vegas, Nevada; Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Williamsburg, Virginia; Branson, Missouri; and Mesa, Arizona.
In 2022, the company launched the cutting-edge World of Westgate (WOW) Loyalty Program, an exclusive program that rewards Westgate Owners and hotel guests with prestigious perks and privileges at no added cost.
The company has garnered many distinct accolades, including earning the title of “No. 1 Glamping Destination” in the USA Today 10Best 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards, as well as the “2022 ACE Project of Excellence Award” from the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) for Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, recognition from Forbes Travel Advisor ranking Westgate Park City Resort & Spa as a “Recommended Resort” in its 2022 Star Awards and garnering 73 “Best of State Awards” for Westgate Park City Resort & Spa after consecutively winning 10 years in a row.
Westgate Resorts locations are known to feature a variety of unique restaurant, retail, and spa concepts, including Los Amigos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar, Villa Italiano Chophouse, Drafts Burger Bar, Edge Steakhouse, Westgate Marketplace & Deli, and Serenity Spa by Westgate. For more information about Westgate Resorts, visit WestgateResorts.com. Find Westgate Resorts on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.
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