Last Updated: 2/16/26 Nashville can always use more bookstores–no matter how tiny they are. Fairytales Bookstore is a micro-shop (seriously it’s very small) in the Five Point Alley Shops carrying children’s books and toys. Of course, I had to check it out as a former teacher and mom of two, especially since I was already…
Last Updated: 2/7/26 If you’re a music fan, you need to know about Grimey’s New & Preloved Music in East Nashville. While there are other cool record stores in Nashville like the Groove and Third Man Records, Grimey’s certainly has the most going on. I’ve visited Grimey’s a number of times (especially when they get…
Last Updated: 2/7/26 Nashville has a reputation as a hub for songwriters and musicians, but the city also has some great literary attractions, too. Like the small, but incredibly well-curated, The Bookshop. Since I love all things book-related, it’s no surprise that The Bookshop is one of my favorite places to visit in East Nashville….
Last Updated: 1/19/26 Hanna Bee Coffee is a bit of a hidden local gem in East Nashville. The adorable coffee shop is on Eastland Avenue but on the west side of Gallatin. In fact, I only came across Hanna Bee Coffee because it’s right next to The Bookshop. And, now, I keep coming back over…
Last Updated: 1/17/26 Large chain bookstores might be having a difficult time, but the regional bookstore McKay’s is thriving in Tennessee. McKay’s is a used bookstore that’s technically more than just a bookstore as it also buys and sells records, CDs, games, toys, and much more. McKay’s is constantly packed with customers. It should come…
Last updated: 2/11/26 Nicknamed Music City, Nashville is not only Tennessee’s capital city, it’s also a hub for the music industry in the United States. There are so many things going on in the city, so I’ve put together this Nashville guide to help you get started planning. I live in Nashville, and I’m constantly…
Last Updated: 1/16/26 East Nashville is one of Nashville’s coolest neighborhoods (and one of its largest because the area is actually made up of a number of smaller neighborhoods). As a local and an East Nashville resident, I’ve put together a list of all the coolest spots and things to do in East Nashville. There’s…
Last updated: 1/16/26 Lots of people complain that Nashville doesn’t have “good” pizza, and while we might not have the same number of options as New York City or Chicago. It’s entirely possible to get a decent slice of pizza here. Five Points Pizza first opened in East Nashville (in Five Points, as you can…
Last updated: 1/16/26 Hotel restaurants don’t always have the best reputation when it comes to quality, but that’s not the case for Blue Aster at the Conrad, one of Nashville’s luxury hotels. While my typical day doesn’t usually include fine dining, I got a chance to have lunch at Blue Aster recently. Every single dish…
Last updated: 1/16/26 State parks aren’t typically right in the middle of a state’s biggest city, but that’s exactly where the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is located. This unique park is directly across from the State Capitol building in Nashville. While the Bicentennial Capitol Mall isn’t your normal state park, it’s easily accessible and…