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Rockin L-H Asparagus Farm rolls into new territory.
The Rockin L-H provides a tour stop, meal, and western swing music show for tour groups. The Stagecoach Inn is also on the property. It is a unique bed and breakfest with an Old West theme.
Rockin L-H Asparagus Farm is rolling into new territory. The 22-year-old Stidham, OK based company has expanded their production due to the volume of sales for their wholesale and retail gourmet food products companies.
Business is fantastic," said owners Lee and Sharon Henry. Our on site acidified packing plant just cant keep up with the demand."
| | - the makers of the 'Ben Jack Larado brand of gourmet foods have teamed up with Backwoods Foods of Tahlequah, OK.
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Well still have the same great products to offer our customers," said Sharon. Were just having them co-packed at a different location. Our production area was just too small and we had limited space to expand."
Meanwhile back at the farm at Stidham, new aspects of the Henrys operation are popping up. Rockin L-H Asparagus Farm has always been the home of the Big River Emporium, the Henrys retail company. The western-based companies now have an added attraction called the 'Cast Iron Kettle Cookout.
| | - tour groups and other organizations have made the trek to Stidham, a little town west and north of Eufaula, to enjoy one of Ben Jack Larados authentic cowboy cookouts. Theyve discovered its one of the best 'Day/Mystery Trips out there.
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Once the cookie rings the dinner bell, visitors dine under the pavilion on beef, tators, corn on the cob, pasta salad, Sharons famous cowboy beans, Lees award winning sour dough biscuits, cowboy coffee made over the open fire, and Ben Jacks own Raspberry Mist Tea.
| | - chuckwagon, along with the open fire complete the picturesque setting under the tall oaks near the 20-year old asparagus field. Some toe tappin; is usually happenin as diners enjoy some banjo, fiddle or guitar playin throughout the meal.
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| | - even have some serenading for special occasions," said Lee.
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Once guests have had their 'fill of the cookies gourmet delights, a tour of the facilities is next on the agenda.
Just a short walk from the cookies circle will take visitors to the wagon yard. Then its time for free taste-testing samples of all of Ben Jack Larados gourmet foods including Pickled Asparagus, Pickled Garlic, nine gourmet mustards such as Oriental Fire and Lace, Smokin Gun, Yellow Jack, Prairie Dill and Hickory Canyon, just to name a few, plus gourmet dressings like White Lightnin and Breath-O-Fire Horseradish, and Asparagus Pepper Jelly. Guests can even belly up to the Million Dollar bar for a taste of Ben Jacks famous Bloody Mary Mix. Its the only one in the world with a pickled asparagus swizzle stick! Thats their trademark!
| | - demonstration at Quacker Productions gives visitors a first hand look at art being laser engraved into glass or wood.
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| | - Big River Crossing Overland Stagecoach Station is a stop no one will want to miss. The station provides a glimpse into the old west days complete with a telegraph desk and ticket window. And Nubbin Finger Jake Rodell is the barber at the Barber Shop next door to the station.
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Guests are then invited to visit the Big River Emporium Showroom and Store. Ole Ben Jack is up in his bedroom above the old fashion kitchen area. (Sharon sent him to his room so hed behave.) The Lonesome Dove mock hotel desk provides space for Ben Jacks gourmet 'Ole Fashion Fluff Duff which most folks know as fudge. Several varieties are available to taste including chocolate, chocolate pecan, maple nut, peanut butter and cream sickle. One taste and youre sure to want the staff to pack some up for the trip home.
| | - new Cast Iron Kettle Outdoor Theater will provide 60 minutes of Country Western Swing music. The memories will come back as attendees listen to the 'ole favorites performed by different groups. Most of them are retired professionals but still sing and play the music they love for folks who enjoy the great old songs.
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Folks will be sure to want to wave to Chief Wak-a-shawn-da and grab their 'Dofunnie Bag on their way out. Guests wont want to forget to ring the bell to let the crew know you appreciated their fine cookin.
| | - latest addition to the Henrys western entourage is their Bed and Breakfast, the Stagecoach Inn. Overnight guests can enjoy their own private Jacuzzi after relaxing in front of the Stage Coach Station looking at the stars. The antique Hoosier" cabinet is packed with complimentary snacks and beverages for quests to enjoy throughout their stay.
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As soon as the guests are ready to hit the sack theres a 4-poster cedar bed complete with a down comforter. The next morning you will enjoy a Continental breakfast. The Stagecoach Inn is luxuriate, not in elaborate amenities, but with a slower pace. Do something or nothing, just enjoy being here.
| | - western adventure awaits the arrival of guests at the Rockin L-H Asparagus Farm, home of Ben Jack Larado and the Big River Emporium Gourmet Food and Gifts.
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These are Oklahoma companies, offering Made in Oklahoma products to Oklahomans and the world.
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