Anybody that knows anything about Nashville knows that we are known across the world for our famously spicy hot chicken. The story is that is an angry wife decided to whip up her husbands favorite fried chicken recipe with a handful of cayenne pepper to get even with her frustrations. In a burning twist, the…
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Nashville Classics: Music City
Without a doubt, the number of emails that show up in my inbox asking about Nashville outweighs everything else. Where to eat, what to do, what to see. Music City has become one of the most popular US destinations in recent years, and for good reason. Travel + Leisure named Nashville the 5th best city in…
5-Minute Citrus Kale Salad
I know. I know. A second salad posted in an entire year. So sue me. — With all of the annual new year buzz about healthy eating, I’ve sorta slowly eased onto the bus (or jumped in front of the train, if you’re an optimist like myself). Not only am I posting another salad recipe,…
2015 Music City Food + Wine – DAY 2
Just a few weeks ago, Nashville was home to the 3rd Annual Music City Food + Wine Festival. We covered a bit about Day 1, including the amazing Harvest Night concert in the middle of Downtown, and we are here to finish up with some Day 2 highlights. Not a lot of text to read…
2015 Music City Food + Wine – DAY 1
Food and Wine festivals across the nation are becoming more and more popular. Music City is no exception to that trend, and I’m thrilled about it. This year, Nashville was home to one of the tastiest, booziest, party-like festivals to top all festivals– 2015 Music City Food + Wine. If you are a Nashville local…
Hot Chicken Waffle Sliders
Nashville. Nashvegas. Music City. Hot Chicken Heaven. Nashville is one of the best cuisine spots in the nation. Along with the city’s great innovative fusion cuisine, this ditty dreamer’s Mecca is home to some insanely good classic Southern soul food. A unique twist on a southern staple, Nashville hot chicken has become the official food of…
Blackberry Jammin’ Gin Cocktail + GIVEAWAY
Summer is certainly in full swing here in Nashville. Blazing hot, bipolar weather that provides the perfect opportunity to have a drink. Beautiful out? Have a drink. Almost snowing the next day? Cozy up with a drink. Lemon essence, fresh herb, mint back notes. I’m not describing wine here, but instead my new favorite…
Banana Split Cupcakes + Crankin’ Ice Cream Social
Growing up going to church ice cream socials a couple times a year was so tough… Gallons on gallons of homemade ice cream, tables lined with fruit and candy toppings, endless jars of sprinkles. Basically a sweet train ride straight to diabetes. It was perfect. We throw those memories into a Banana Split…
