Nashville to Asheville
Located just a few a hours outside of Nashville, Asheville, North Carolina needs to be added to everyone's weekend getaway list. This is easily becoming one of the top foodie destinations in the U.S. and I can easily see why. With an abundance craft breweries and ridiculous restaurants, you will not run out of things to do. I have listed a few of my favorites. Bon Appetit!
The Hidden Gem of Florence
Tucked away on a side street in Florence, Brac is one of those can’t miss places. I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical when it came to vegetarian food. I am SUCH a steak and cab kinda girl, but I was BLOWN AWAY. Brac is certainly one of those venues that could be considered the “third space.” Brac is a restaurant, library, art gallery and coffee house all rolled into one small quaint space.
Ready to Roister!
When the Alinea Group announced in 2015 that they were introducing a casual dining concept, people were waiting with bated breath to see what would develop, myself included. Well known for its innovative and provocative spin on food, the group boasts quite the list of high-caliber restaurants and bars within the Chicago area. Roister was no exception.
Watch Out! Wine on the Loose
After a good night's sleep and delicious vegetarian dinner, I was ready to take on Italy. Up first, a walking tour of Umbria.
Fun Fact: Umbria is the only region within Italy that does not have a coastline or borders another country.
EAT.PRAY.MOVE
Perhaps I have watched Under the Tuscan Sun one too many times or maybe it was the fact that I was craving pasta and wine. Regardless, I couldn’t stop thinking about Italy. After endless searching on the internet, I came across Eat.Pray.Move.
Anchoring itself in the historic May Hosiery Mills building, Pastis Nashville didn’t just open; it arrived in Nashville with a wink and a chilled martini.