Restaurant Stories
What Makes Claudia Sanders Dinner House a Shelbyville Landmark?
A look at the restaurant Colonel Sanders and Claudia opened in 1968 and why guests still drive to Shelbyville for it.
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Food
How Did Colonel Sanders' Fried Chicken Become a Kentucky Tradition?
The story behind the Southern fried chicken and family recipes the Sanders served for decades.
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History
Where Did Colonel Sanders Live in Shelbyville?
The history of Blackwood Hall, the 125-year-old home where the Colonel and Claudia lived after moving to Shelbyville in 1959.
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Events
Can You Host a Wedding at Claudia Sanders Dinner House?
Old Southern traditions for your special day, with free ceremony space for catered receptions.
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Kentucky Tourism
What to See and Do Near Claudia Sanders in Shelbyville, Kentucky?
A guide to attractions and stops near the Dinner House on U.S. 60, east of Louisville.
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Seasonal
What's Cooking This Season in Our Scratch-Made Kitchen?
Seasonal favorites and homemade pies fresh from our kitchen in Shelbyville.
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