Cookeville is a charming college town about halfway between Nashville and Knoxville. There’s a surprising amount of things to do in this small town, especially if you enjoy outdoor activities. I’ve put together this list of some of my favorite spots in Cookeville (although I haven’t been everywhere yet). Like always on this blog, I…
School has started back, but people are still soaking up the summer in Nashville in August. There are plenty of events happening around the city. Just be prepared to deal with the heat when you go out! If you’re looking for even more to do, make sure to read my full guide to Nashville as…
If you’re looking for the most beautiful place to grab a drink in Nashville, GreenHouse Bar is the answer. GreenHouse Bar is, in fact, a greenhouse filled with tropical plants, and besides being beautiful, it has amazing food. The tranquil space in Green Hills is worth a visit any time of day from brunch till…
Need to find a place to eat before going to the Grand Ole Opry? Whether you’re taking a tour or have tickets to see a show, I have restaurant recommendations for you. As a local to Nashville, I’m in the area often, so I’ve tried a lot of restaurants in the area. My favorites are…
Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood is one of my favorite in the city. The historic area is right next to downtown. The neighborhood is walkable with lots of cool shops and restaurants, and it’s filled with beautiful old homes. Germantown is significantly less crowded than downtown, and you really could spend the entire day exploring just this…
There are lots of great things to do around Franklin, but for book lovers, visiting Landmark Booksellers should be at the top of the list. The charming bookstore, which is owned by a husband and wife team, opened in 2005, and the building itself dates back to 1808. If you’ve read my other articles on…
Green Hills is one of Nashville’s trendiest neighborhoods. The upscale residential area is home to lots of great shopping along with some great restaurants, bars, and bakeries. As a Nashville local, I’ve put together a list of the places you can’t miss while in Green Hills. Like always, I only recommend spots I have personally…
Last updated: 5/11/26 Tennessee has no shortage of incredible fairs and festivals. You could go to one every single week and still not make it to all of them. I’ve put together a list of some of the best options including my favorites: Daffodil Day in Bell Buckle, the National Cornbread Festival in South Pittsburg,…
As of writing, Brightside Bakeshop has a near perfect 5-star rating on Google. The bakery has two locations, one in East Nashville and one West Nashville location. Obviously, I had to stop by the East Nashville location to see what’s going on at this artisan bakery that constantly comes up when locals share their favorite…
I’ll admit that I’m a bit skeptical when a popular restaurant from a different city opens up a new location in Nashville. Sometimes those spots can be a bit overhyped and kind of bland, but that isn’t the case at all with Turkey and the Wolf. Turkey and the Wolf is an award-winning restaurant that…