Confession: I have a slight obsession with Mexican food. Well, maybe more than a "slight" obsession. From tacos to tequila, enchiladas and elote, there's nothing I crave more. Is it too much to have queso and tacos for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?
Read MoreOne of the biggest complaints I hear about the Nashville food scene is the lack of diversity. Let's face it, there isn't a shortage of fried chicken, biscuits and burgers. However, it wasn't until recently that you could find some solid German food in Music City.
Read MoreAs I welcomed 2018, I made a promise to myself to do a better job of being a tourist in my own city. In recent years, Nashville has made its way on to several " best of" lists making it more desirable than ever to live here. While I may have some choice words for our "new" Nashville residents during my commute, the growth has been incredible for the city. From major league sports teams, corporate headquarters and an overall boom in the hospitality industry, Nashville has quickly become the "IT" city, making it hard for this native to keep up.
Read MoreNew Year's Eve is most definitely one of those holidays that's take it or leave it. From skiing, rooftop parties in swanky cities to sitting at a friend's house drinking some amazing champs, I've celebrated every way imaginable. One thing that I have learned, it's not where you are and what you are doing, but who you're with that really matters. Am I right?
Read MoreJust a little over two weeks ago, Nashville's newest boutique hotel, the Noelle opened. Originally built in the 1930's, Noelle preserves the finest art deco aspects of the original building while incorporating contemporary nuances throughout. Noelle has several dining options all of which reflect Nashville's evolving culinary scene.
Read MoreI graduated from Belmont University in 20 (cough cough) and I continue to be amazed by the number of restaurants and boutiques that pop up in the area. While I was in school, our options were limited, VERY limited.
Read MoreBurgers. It's one thing that Nashville does not have a shortage of. From the classics like Gabby's Burgers and Fries, Paradise Park and Burger Up to the newcomers like Jack Brown's and Hopdoddy, it's hard to go wrong. However, Nashvillians are as opinionated about their burgers as Chicagoans are about their pizza.
Read MoreThe fifth annual Music City Food +Wine festival was held this past weekend at Bicentennial Park and it did not disappoint. In an effort to keep up with the ever-evolving culinary scene in the Music City, festival programming was expanded to include a Friday Night Grand Taste highlighting more of our local chefs and restaurateurs. One noticeable change this year was the ratio of booze to food.
Read MoreWhile working my way through the various brunches in Nashville (is that list ever long), I stumbled upon Public House Bar and Kitchen. This was not my first time at the Urban Cowboy outpost. I have spent many a night sipping bourbon cocktails at their bar or curled up by their fire pit, but it was my first food encounter.
Read MoreWeekends. Do you exist anymore? I am beginning to wonder. If I remember correctly, a weekend was defined by the time I closed out of PowerPoint and shut my computer down on Friday afternoon until it was booted back up on Monday morning. This time was typically used for leisurely activities: checking out movies, shopping, and cocktailing with my friends.
Read MoreI don't know about you guys, but it's difficult keeping up with all of the new restaurant and bars opening in Nashville. I have my list of places to try and before I can mark one place off three more open. However, I can't complain because I am thrilled to see the culinary scene evolving in the manner that it has.
Read MoreThere's nothing like summer in Nashville. With 100% humidity and temperatures in the high 90's, people are doing anything and everything possible to stay cool. Luckily, I found a tasty new way to beat the heat, Frisson Soft Serve.
Read MoreRhine Hall. It's a new name in the Nashville market but one that Chicagoans know very well. Nestled in the heart of West Fulton Market, Charlie and Jenny Solberg are keeping their family tradition alive producing some of the best eau de vie around. You might be scratching your head about now or pulling up a tab to google "eau de vie." Don't worry, I had to do the same thing.
Read MoreCalling all food connoisseurs, music lovers and imbibing enthusiasts! The fifth annual Music City Food and Wine Festival returns to Nashville on September 15-17. In an effort to keep up with the ever evolving culinary scene in the Music City, the festival producers have decided to spice things up a bit.
Read MoreIt's been another crazy weekend in the Music City. Not only did we have the usual cast of characters: bachelor/bachelorette parties, concert-goers, and tourists, but this weekend we welcomed thousands of visitors from around the country participating in the Rock and Roll Marathon. I, on the other hand, kept it local and had the chance to see what the Music City Spirits and Cocktail Festival was all about.
Read MoreDid you know that the human body cannot survive without sodium? Trust me, in just a few days you’ll wonder how you ever got by without Sea Salt. Located in downtown Nashville in historic Printer's Alley, Sea Salt is just a week away from opening its doors to the public.
Read MoreCalling all cocktail connoisseurs and imbibing enthusiasts! PourTaste's Jon and Lindsay Yeager are hosting the fourth annual Music City Spirits & Cocktail Festival. This year's festival will be held April 27-30th at Pavilion East, in East Nashville.
Read MoreNashville's culinary landscape is always changing and these are questions that I am asked at least once a week by friends and co-workers. Finally, Sylvan Park has addressed all of these questions with one answer. The newest addition to the Sylvan Park neighborhood will open its doors on Tuesday, April 4th, 2017 for service.
Read MoreIf you've read my blog at all, you know I am always up for an adventure. There is no better way to explore a new city or country than by tasting their food and immersing yourself in their culture. There's always a sense of excitement when exploring the unknown.
Read MoreHi Everyone!! I know it's been a while, but I have some fantastic things coming your way. I cannot wait to share my most recent adventures in NYC.
Literally, I stepped off the plane and hightailed it to Nashville's newest restaurant, Henrietta Red. Nestled between Cochon Butcher and City House on 4th Avenue North, Henrietta Red is a restaurant/ barroom serving up a variety of coastal fare.
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