Cracker Barrel’s Country Store Warehouse There’s a lot to take in when you walk into a Cracker Barrel Country Store. From the cast iron skillets to the large wood-burning fireplace to the hundreds of memorabilia and artifacts adorning the walls. It all comes together to create a one-of-a-kind experience to make you feel right at […]
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Take a moment and think back to when you were 7 years old… “What did you want to be when you grew up?” Most kids will tell you an astronaut, an athlete, a teacher, or even a rock star. But not Jack! This charming 2nd grader wants to combine his passion for cooking with his […]
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Chances are, as you’ve been patiently waiting at your table for us to bring out your meal, you’ve tried to beat the famous Cracker Barrel peg game. Sometimes referred to as “Peg Solitaire” or “Hi-Q”, this simple game has been entertaining our guests for decades, plus it’s a great way to give your noggin a […]
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If you haven’t heard of Miranda Joy Willmore yet, get ready…Because she is about to blow your socks off! Miranda has been part of our Cracker Barrel family for nearly 20 years, serving guests with smiles and songs in the Marion, IL store. She was recently thrust into the national spotlight when a guest, Jared […]
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We love stories…They’re an integral part of who we are. Back when there were country stores, crackers used to be delivered to the stores in barrels and people used to gather ‘round a cracker barrel to tell stories. They were the original water cooler. Our restaurants are meant to help people reconnect with family and […]
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Cracker Barrel’s Blackberry Jam Hand Pie Recipe There’s something about summertime that’s just right for making a pie. Just imagine a scrumptious blackberry pie sitting on the windowsill, the aroma traveling through the warm air, just inviting you to taste it. Now imagine it being so perfectly portable that you can pop it into your […]
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Oh, what a challenging year it’s been! If you’re anything like us, you are ready to celebrate the almost year-end with your favorite Christmas decor. Yet, there is one new challenge you may be facing this year… that is decking the halls of your virtual, work-from-home meetings or your online classes. The good news is […]
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Origin of the Cracker Barrel Name Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® is a familiar restaurant and retail store, but some folks may not be familiar with how we got our name. It’s a simple story really, but we think it’s pretty interesting. Would you like to hear it? OK, let’s gather around the cracker barrel […]
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Stay at home orders have caused families to think outside the box for ways to keep busy and entertain the kids. That’s why we’ve come up with an easy DIY for the whole family to enjoy while sheltering in place. And, if you’ve ever visited a Cracker Barrel, we are pretty sure you have noticed […]
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