Jacquelyn Gore's Blog Posts

NASHVILLE— Kathleen Ervin moved here 12 years ago from the Northeast, drawn to the relaxed atmosphere, green parks and relatively low cost of living.But in the past five years, her commute time

A new BBQ restaurant, specializing in artisan smoked meats, will open in Cool Springs next month.Hogwood BBQ announced they will open at 600A Frazier Drive, Suite 100, behind Walgreens and across

Spring is very much upon us, and it’s shaping up to be another busy season for Nashville restaurant and bar openings. And while deadlines always shift, this is what we expect to see in the next

Spring Hill’s planning commission approved an initial plan to build 624 multi family units at its meeting on Monday. The development, located at the intersection of Old Kedron Road and Reserve

Homes cost a lot of money to maintain. But are you spending extra money unnecessarily on upkeep? Here are 10 of the most expensive mistakes you could be making in your home.1. Using Traditional

It’s a common disorder: Pinterest fever. You catch it after too much time spent lusting after those fancy homes filled with gorgeous things pinned to your favorite interior decorating boards. But

We live in a world where technology is making our lives better all the time, especially in our homes. Smart kitchen gadgets are proven to save time during the daily grind and make cooking easier.

Evidence showing that student loan debt is affecting the housing market continues to pile up – but so are tangible solutions for borrowers.According to the recent joint study 

If you're a homeowner, you already know that keeping your property in tiptop shape requires dedication and patience for ongoing maintenance. But what if you've put your home on the market, or

A major new addition to Fifth & Broadway, the massive commercial development currently under construction on the site of the old Nashville Convention Center downtown,was announced this morning,

BoomBozz Craft Pizza and Taphouse decided to open a little early in Spring Hill.The restaurant, located at 2044 Crossings Circle across from Hampton Inn, opened Friday night for a soft opening

Tennessee lawmakers are renewing a push to allow wine and liquor sales on Sunday, a move that could spur opposition from the state's liquor retailers.The bill, sponsored by Rep. Gerald 

Table 3’s executive chef Joe Shaw had no interest in being a cook when he was younger. Instead, he played football at Auburn University and worked in construction. But a car wreck that would leave

In 2017, we saw some restaurants close but when one door closes, another opens. So, here is our list of our most anticipated restaurant openings in 2018.Click here for the entire.

When the boutique 81-room Fairlane Hotel opens its doors early next year in downtown Nashville, it will also signal the first out-of-state expansion of one of the best delis New York City

A popular Nashville eatery and food truck will be opening a downtown Franklin location sometime next year.The owners of the Grilled Cheeserie, which has a food truck and a shop on Belcourt

Short-term rentals, like those listed on Airbnb, HomeAway and VRBO, have disrupted the lodging market in Nashville, creating benefits and headaches alike for the city, its residents and its visitors

Modern homeowners who want to make their house smarter for efficiency or convenience can find all sorts of interesting ways to incorporate technology into their domestic life. While new developments

Staging your house can make you money. Seventy-one percent of sellers’ agents believe a well-staged environment increases the dollar value buyers are willing to offer, according to the 

Depending on whom you listen to, somewhere between 80-100 new residents are moving to Middle Tennessee every day, and those folks gotta eat. Restaurants are opening at a feverish pace to keep up

#5) If you’re looking for something other than the honky tonk Nashville is famous for dishing up, head to East Nashville.Here, tattoos, street murals and alternative music venues are far more

If you're planning to buy the home of your dreams with the partner of your dreams, make sure you've been together for at least five years.That's the best way to keep arguments at bay, according to a

Designing your own home can be exciting, but it's a lot more work than buying an existing house. With so many moving pieces involved, knowing what works and what doesn't is key. Protect your home's

Secured versus unsecured loan: If you're Googling this phrase, odds are you're immersed in the process of looking for a loan, and need some clarification on the difference

I’ve seen all the statistics on staging properties. The consensus seems to be that staging is a great return on investment. Personally, I’ve not been excited by the results of the properties I�

Backsplash—it's the design detail that can take your kitchen from blah to beautiful.Of course, at its core, a backsplash is meant to be functional—a protective backboard to catch&

The developers of a hotel project in downtown Franklin are ready to break ground.The original groundbreaking was set to be in January, but now the $90-million hotel, apartment and retail project on.

Before you move into your new house, you may want to make upgrades. These add value to your investment, improve your home's function and allow you to express your personality. Plus, making upgrades

For-sale-by-owners tend to sell their homes for lower prices than homes sold through traditional agents via the MLS, and in many cases below the average differential represented by the prevailing

Every home — big, small, apartment or vacation home — gets dirty. And while there's not just one way to clean your living space, there is a smarter way to get the job done. Take this guided tour

Homes for sale by owner, or FSBO, transactions are commonly seen in seller's markets or whenever homeowners want to maximize their profits by not having to pay commission.However, statistics

There is no disputing that Nashville is a food city. If you’ve had a pulse in the last few years, you’ve noticed the national media abuzz about the victuals in the city where Coach Taylor’s

Nashville has the hottest single-family housing market in the U.S., according to a report that shows nation-leading annual growth in home sales and price appreciation for the recent second

Customers say they were sold a dream that quickly became a nightmare.They are blaming a popular company that’s built thousands of homes across Middle Tennessee, but the News 4 I-Team discovered

We recently published a story on some ways you can get your finances in home-buying shape. We offered a few tips on saving money and setting goals that would seem overwhelming unless you broke that

You’ve got your remodel scheduled right down to the housewarming. You’ve even built in time for any unexpected disasters lurking in your walls. But what about potential delays you, as

Your home should be your refuge. It should clear away the day’s distractions and help you feel organized, focused, and calm. Ooooooommm.So why does it feel less like a yoga studio and more

Now that the wedding is over, you and your spouse are ready for the next exciting milestone: home ownership. But there are so many factors you need to keep in mind and you want it to be a pleasant

If you're selling your house, staging—the mysterious practice by which you prep and prettify your home before its debut—can make a huge difference in catching

Getting a mortgage is a daunting prospect, which explains why so many people seem eager to pat your hand and say, “Let me give you a little advice.” Sure, those pearls of wisdom may

NEW YORK — The math behind your credit score is getting an overhaul, with changes big enough that they might alter the behavior of both cautious spenders as well as riskier borrowers.Most notably

It’s an amazing neighborhood, the price is right, but is the house your dream home? That’s the ultimate question and there’s no one correct answer or even a single way to determine that

You’ve done it. You own a house with a yard. The great outdoors. Amber waves of grain. OK, maybe not grain, and ideally you want it green, not amber.But now that you have it, how do you keep from

It’s Summer, and that bug to build and improve the home is likely hitting a good number of folks. With all of the DIY options out there, how is one to choose what to put their time and resources

Wouldn’t it be great if buying a home were as simple as it is in a game of Monopoly? All you’d have to do is find a desirable neighborhood, hand the bank a few bucks, and you’d

The combination of sweet and savory all in one bite is what makes this Southern dish so popular.  While often found on breakfast and brunch menus, many would say chicken and waffles is an

One house you’re looking at has the wraparound porch you’ve fantasized about, but it’s on a high-traffic street. The condo you like has a doorman in the lobby (you can order online now!), but

Becoming a homeowner for the first time is an exciting and stressful process. However, once the papers are signed and the keys are in your pocket, your work really begins. Homeownership can be

When you embark on the home-buying process, your heart is filled with all the dreams in the world. It’s really easy to get caught up in the “I have to have ___________,  so I’ll cut back

Will this be the year that millennials finally start buying houses? This is the question the real estate market seems to ask every spring. According to the National Association of Realtors, the

Have you been to Centennial Park lately? Nashville’s 120-year-old treasure is in the midst of a revitalization that will not only allow it to remain a beautiful and functional space for

Homeowners, get excited: It’s tax season, that magical time of year when having a house actually saves you money. But just know that taking advantage of all these tax

When spring-cleaning your home, why not do it in such a way that’ll keep your home cleaner with less effort all year long? Here are 7 ways to keep your spring-clean fresh all year long: Click here

So true! Please let me know if I can help you, your friends or family buy their dream!

Doc Martens are back in fashion, this time on the shelves at Nordstrom. Hollywood starlets sport ’90s choker necklaces and Nirvana T-shirts. And guess what? Generation X home buyers are making

I found this video clip and thought it was funny and yet so true. Enjoy! Let me know if I can help you, a family member or friend buy or sell their!

Nashville started the year with more cranes in the skyline than Austin, Denver, San Francisco and even New York City — another indicator of just how much our high-octane blitz of construction has

A few weeks ago, we brought you the news that the City Café was changing ownership after 27 years with Jerry Cunningham at the helm. It had been bought by Frank Reeves, Mark Price,

If you’re looking for the best place to find a job in Tennessee, you’ve come to the right place. We’re traveling across the nation to find the best and worst places for jobs in each state. You

Finding Wild Hare Beer Co. and its so-called “Underground Kitchen” is like finding a foodie secret treasure. Under the radar and off the beaten path (if you don’t live in Spring Hill), it

Ask anyone who lives in Music City about hot chicken and they will inform you that the food is a staple in many Nashvillians’ diets. With a kick of cayenne and a whole lot of fried chicken,

As the Factory at Franklin evolves and welcomes new businesses to the historic complex, Saffire Restaurant & Bar is changing right along with it. In early January, Saffire welcomed new managing

Harold Garcia, who runs Taco Express in Spring Hill, decided to not renew his lease when it runs out at the end of the month. Instead of just closing down, however, he talked to his friend

Looking for some great local breakfast options? Look no further! Williamson County has plenty to offer, whether you’re looking for breakfast, brunch or something small to go, we have it all. Click

Under the best of circumstances, the restaurant business is tough. Cash flow issues, staffing shortages, mercurial chefs, rapidly increasing real estate costs — any one of those factors can spell

We’re all busy and crunched for time, especially during the week and sometimes we simply don’t have enough time for lunch. Brentwood is packed with great restaurants and these five cater to

Earlier this month, Bob Baldwin, the original owner of Pancake Pantry in Nashville, celebrated his 90th birthday. The iconic Pancake Pantry opened its doors in Hillsboro Village in 1961 and has

An investor from Chicago has emerged with a revamped vision, plan and a name for what Nashville's leaders have long pined for: A high-rise development of offices, hotels, shopping, dining and

A presidential election and the Summer Olympics were just two highlights of a very eventful 2016. With all that happened this past year, what do you think Tennesseans googled the most? The

One of the newest restaurants to open in Spring Hill is The Mockingbird Restaurant, which serves made-from-scratch Southern cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere that makes it feel like you are at

The popular food truck turned brick-and-mortar restaurant Biscuit Love is coming to downtown Franklin. The biscuit house will open a new location at the former Victorian house known as Lillie

If you're looking to invest in real estate, look no further than Nashville. The city is likely to be the hottest housing market in 2017, according Zillow, a real estate

Tennessee – the land of country music and the best kind of southern food you ever had. Over the last year we’ve had the chance to feature quite a few fantastic spots throughout the state, and�

One question I’ve always wondered about is who the heck are all these people eating in Cool Springs, who have every restaurant opening with a two-hour wait, and where the hell did they all eat

It’s official: Popular Nashville food truck The Grilled Cheeserie is ready to serve creative comfort food at its first brick-and-mortar restaurant. The restaurant will open Friday, Jan. 6;

As The Factory at Franklin strives to become the ultimate place for locals and visitors to shop, eat and hang out with family and friends, a slew of new businesses opened in 2016 and many

The biggest story out of Nolensville the last few years has been one of development and growth. And for Mayor Jimmy Alexander, 2016 was no different. In fact, when running down what he saw as

On the horizon for 2017, the sprawling development on the Alexander property and a new Chick-fil-A is on the forefront of Mayor Rick Graham’s mind. Southeast Venture – known for its large

In keeping with Eater tradition, our closeout of the year is a survey of friends, industry types and bloggers. To kick it off in Nashville, Eater asked the group eight questions, ranging from the

Nashville’s dining scene has been abuzz ever since Austin Ray and Chef Jason Brumm announced they were partnering on an undisclosed project in a yet-to-be-named location. There were few details

The CoolSprings Galleria and Berry Farms both saw a big boom in restaurants in 2016. As part of the continuing evolution and reconstruction at the Galleria mall, three new restaurants

Most of the expansive growth of restaurants in Brentwood took place around the epicenter of Brentwood on Franklin Road.  With the opening of the Hill Center, two new restaurants opened with the

The first week of the new year will start off with a bang for biscuit lovers, as Holler & Dash, the up-and-coming ‘fine-casual’ biscuit house from local parent company Cracker Barrel, hits

One Nashville restaurant was visited by more Lyft passengers than any other restaurant in the country in 2016, the San Francisco-based ride-sharing service announced Wednesday. Acme Feed & Seed,

Nashville dining put on quite a show in 2016. Now it's the end of the year as we know it, and (I think) I'm fine. We saw a lot of new restaurant and bar openings, more than 40 that were worth

What’s top of your list to try next ? Nicky's Coal Fired Pizza and Marsh HouseWhat three things are always in your fridge? Eggs, yogurt, half and half (for coffee)What's your

In 2012, Delta Bound was created by Jessica & Stacey Mobley of Thompson Station. The concept was simple – to present authentic Deep South flavors in a modern way. Drawing inspiration from the

You might be able to Eat Mor Chikin closer to home soon, Spring Hill. According to Mayor Rick Graham, a previously announced project on what is known as the Old Silo property was going back to

While most teenagers sell clothes for extra cash, Kylie Jenner’s over here selling a mansion. But fear not, the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star has two more, so she�

For decades, the Florida mansion of William John Howey was a social hub. When construction was completed in 1927, the businessman arranged for the entire New York Civic Opera Company to give a

Concierge Auctions has auctioned off a former governors mansion east of Houston that is modeled after the White House. The New York-based luxury auction house sold the Governor Ross

This Thursday, the first outpost outside of Texas of restaurant, bar and arcade Kung Fu Saloon opens its doors in Midtown. Located at 1921 Division Street next to Rebar, the

Sugar Drop has been open in Brentwood for over 40 years, owner Jan Edens says. But recently, she put a notice on the door of her business stating it is closing. Edens is the third

In January, a new restaurant will open on Belshire Way by Lowe’s in Spring Hill. Named Ten/27 Grille, the steakhouse and bar plans to be family friendly and sell steakhouse fare. Click here

A waterfront estate evoking “The Great Gatsby” that boasts a spectacular mansion, two guest houses and every amenity imaginable just lost its status as a cool nine-figure property with a -

A Nashville-based restaurant company riding an epic growth spurt has purchased a turn-of-the-century mansion in downtown Franklin. The real estate arm of Fresh Hospitality paid $1.95 million on Dec.

OUR MAMA’S NOTES:“Los Tiempos,” one of Los Angeles’s most storied and iconic mansions, in the historic and historically prosperous Windsor Square neighborhood and long owned by the

After a few weeks of trial runs, one of this year’s most anticipated new restaurants will open its doors this Thursday, as Tony and Caroline Galzin are set to welcome their first

When you’re the highest-paid entertainer in the world, you can afford to live in the height of luxury - and in many locations. Taylor Swift topped Forbes’ Celebrity 100 list this year with

Looks like celebrity tattoo artist and cosmetics maven Kat Von D is taking her punk rock style to buttoned up Hancock Park after. She has purchased a massive 11-bedroom mansion originally built by

We all know just how hot Nashville's housing market is, but in the past few months, some housing sales numbers in Nashville have dropped because there isn't enough inventory. But that's not the

One of the most exciting new developments in Turkey is a series of contemporary homes just outside the village of Yalıkavakin the seaside area of Bodrum, on the Aegean. The project, called the 

Cheeseburger, $4.50 - If there were a national registry of hamburgers — and by God, there oughta be — Nashville’s first entry onto it would be the cheeseburger from Brown’s Diner, where

When it comes to raising a family, you want to know you’ve given your kids the best opportunities for their future. Whether you’re looking for great schools, a tight-knit community or a culture

)ne of Nashville’s most celebrated restaurants is about to have a sister establishment. Chef-owner Philip Krajeck of Rolf and Daughters announced that he has staked out a former A&P store in East

New Heights Brewing Co. has opened its taproom.  The facility, located at 928 Fifth Ave. S. a few blocks south of downtown’s inner-interstate loop and near the southern fringe of SoBro, will

Nashville’s most anticipated rooftop destination,L27 Rooftop Bar, opens today on the 27thfloor at The Westin Nashville. WithL27 Rooftop Bar, The Westin Nashville, Castlerock Asset Management,.,

Oh, even though the weather outside hasn't exactly been frightful, we have some delightful ideas for heart- and stomach-warming gifts for your food and drink loving friends. The best part is'

With new restaurants popping up in Nashville on a seemingly daily basis, it can be difficult to know where to grab your next lunch or dinner date.  We decided to help you out. We looked at the

The BoomBozz Craft Pizza and Taphouse chain is well-rooted in Louisville, with five area locations. It also has two restaurants in the Indianapolis area.  Now, it looks like the chain

As part of its blitzing local growth, Nashville-based restaurant group Fresh Hospitality is developing about three acres of land in Spring Hill, with plans for the new project to house several

Investigations into a local business owner have led to his indictment on tax charges.  The Special Investigations Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue conducted an investigation that

Nolensville's $90 million Market Square development is expected to bring in almost $1.25 million annually.  As a result, its residents and Board of Mayor and Aldermen want to

While the Hill Center will see a slew of new restaurants and retailers, Yeah! Burger will no longer be one of them.  The Atlanta-based burger chain had planned on coming to Brentwood’s Hill

Opening in Cool Springs in just a couple of weeks will be the first Buffalo Wings & Rings in Tennessee.  Announcing on their website an opening date of November 16, the newest Buffalo Wings &

Williamson County Schools will start working on its rezoning master plan in 2017.  But parents take a breath – none of the plans go into effect until fall 2018.  The district will create

Sports bar chain Buffalo Wild Wings is betting big on the fast-casual dining segment.  The Minneapolis-based company on Monday announced plans to expand its street-style taco concept R,

Trey Cioccia knows that growth is only as good as the people you surround yourself with.  The chef/owner of The Farm House restaurant is putting his money where his partnerships are for

Mars Petcare, already one of the largest employers in Williamson County, is reportedly in negotiations to open a headquarters in the billion-dollar mixed-use Highwoods Ovation project in Cool.

Perhaps you don't think a dearth of barbecue is Nashville's most pressing culinary problem. The guys behind theShotgun Willie's BBQ beg to differ.  This past weekend, at the Light the

When chef John Besh started expanding, his first few restaurants were located practically at arm’s length. Today seven of them are clustered close together in downtown New Orleans.  

Watermark — the upscale Gulch restaurant that established an early presence in what has become a fast-changing urban district — will move to Bridgestone America’s new headquarters building in

The duo that helped put Nashville's food scene on the map tells us where to get a great after-work cocktail and which lines are worth waiting in.  Brothers Benjamin and Max Goldberg have become

Nashville is ranked sixth among the nation’s top cities for real estate investing in 2017, a one-notch jump from a year ago in the annual Emerging Trends in Real Estate . &

Soulshine Pizza Factory inBerry Farms opened its doors in Franklin Monday at 11am for lunch. On opening day, the dining area was packed with patrons for lunch service.  Click here for the

I like chicken wings, and I like to eat lunch at meat-and-three restaurants, so I was intrigued to hear about a restaurant billing itself as a “wing and three.” But when I heard it wasThe Peach

Nashville’s fast-growing Charlotte Avenue is getting another new restaurant: Five Points Pizza.  The East Nashville hot spot will occupy about 4,600 square feet at the Sylvan Station

The long-awaited Harpeth Square project represents a long-lasting, legacy-in-the-making as the future iconic mixed-use structure in downtown Franklin, which will eventually become a destination for

In July, Lyrics Restaurant closed in The Factory in Franklin leaving an empty restaurant. After months of rumors, sources have confirmed that The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Gardens will

Construction is going on in Suite 110 at the CoolSprings Galleria Mall next to the Kings Bowl. When finished, it will beOlive Vitality, a health foods store.  Jeanette Angell first

Franklin now has a full-service bakery located just off Main Street in downtown Franklin. If you’ve enjoyed the sweet treats of Triple Crown Bakery at local farmers market, now you don’t have to

Even since their sudden departure from 51st Kitchen & Bar, Tony and Caroline Galzin have been the subject of much interest as they work on opening their next concept,Nicky’s Coal Fired. It's

Expanding and updating Brentwood High and Brentwood Middle schools could cost Williamson County Schools as much as $19 million.  Parents and community members sat in the

Williamson County is full of great restaurants and in recent weeks,Berry Farms, in Franklin, has announced some exciting new eateries. From pizza to Japanese and everything in between, there will be

Hyatt Hotels Corp. has paid $6.3 million for property in Midtown where the Chicago-based hospitality company plans a 199-room Hyatt House hotel.  The vacant 29,980-square

The targeted location is a few blocks from Vanderbilt and Belmont universities and Music Row, an area that Summit referred to as vibrant and attractive to many young

The owners of The Sheds on Charlotte have landed a permit to allow for the construction of a Starbucks café building on an adjacent site they also own.  The property is located at 2200

When you’re looking for the best burger in Nashville, TN you definitely don’t want to be stuck asking “where’s the beef?!” with an inferior choice! We’ve chomped, chewed and

While our fair city has long been a tourist destination, the phrase "let's go to Nashville for the food scene" never, ever tripped off anyone's tongue. Ever. Until now.  Or course we've always

Nashville's latest No. 1 ranking is one that should be fattening wallets throughout Middle Tennessee.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2015 American Community Survey, Nashville and its

In the CoolSprings Galleria Mall parking lot, fenced off for construction, two new developments are under construction.  One is going to be a Red Robin.  Next to that, according to

Metro has altered the design of a proposed pedestrian bridge between two of its highest-profile urban neighborhoods. Gone is the sweeping S-shape with an illuminated 200-foot-tall leaning spire.

Every day, Puckett’s Boat House brings in fresh seafood on ice from Louisiana’s Gulf Coast. Their menu offers a wide variety of flavors inspired by the cuisine of the Big Easy, the Gulf Coast,

Finding a restaurant that is gluten free friendly can be a challenge. We put together a list of restaurants in the area that offer gluten free menu items.  Click here to see the entire.

The official grand opening of Leiper’s Fork Distillery will commence at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1.  Friends and families are invited to join in the celebration that will include a

If you’re hungry in the morning here in Franklin the one thing you can count on is PLENTY of breakfast options. Where are the best grits? Who will cook your eggs right the first time? Can I have

Big news for Williamson County residents, as the owner of one of Nashville's most popular burger joints will soon be bringing a similar concept to Franklin.  Click here to read the entire.

If a new project takes off, Cool Springs will get anchor retail stores east of Interstate 65, at the northwest corner of Liberty Pike and Carothers Parkway.  SouthStar LLC, the

When you’re going out for a special occasion in Franklin, TN there’s plenty of amazing options. Fine dining can be hit or miss though so we dressed up, went out and found these spots that are

I’ve been known to complain about the lack of good vegetarian options when dining out in Nashville, a city that loves its fried foods and barbecue.  But when I was tasked with highlighting my

About two weeks after I moved to D.C. last year, Buredo opened up across the street from our offices offering the promise of heaven in two words: sushi burritos.  Damn they were good. Using

The developer proposing a $140 million luxury hotel in downtown Nashville is inclined to pursue a room-block deal with city convention officials, which could open the door to receiving public aid.

The first-ever brewery in Nolensville released its first beer, Lil Darlin, last July. In May, it started full operations and its great-tasting micro-brews have been flowing throughout the mid-state

Puckett’s Restaurant and Grocery has built a national reputation for unbeatable southern cuisine that remains true to its Leiper’s Fork roots. Tender barbecue smoked slow n’ low over cherry

A company tied to a country music icon has made a $5.75 million purchase on Lower Broadway, according to a Monday news release.  The company plans to add a third-floor bar and rooftop patio to

There’s no doubt that Nashville is home to one of the country’s most impressive food scenes. Known just about a decade ago as a honky-tonk town identifiable primarily by its

UPDATED (8/19/16): Additional details are out regarding the new location. Called Prince’s South, the soon-to-be hot chicken hot spot will have seating for roughly 100, plus another 30 on the

Corner Pub — the popular neighborhood sports bar that operates in Green Hills and recently closed in Midtown — will open in The Nations in early 2017.  Click here to read the entire.

Spring Hill’s new Culver’s restaurant opened for business Monday.  The Culver’s staff and management joined with the Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce Monday for a ceremonial ribbon cutting

Mere Bulles is fine dining in the heart of the Maryland Farms area of Brentwood.  This locally-owned gem is a bit off the beaten path as restaurants go, but they seem to like it that way.  

Moving in what seems like a flash- Heylee B moved from their Main Street location in downtown Franklin to their new W. Main location nestled in between  Seersucker Candy Company and

Nashville is the capital of the state of Tennessee and it sits along the banks of the Cumberland River. Nashville picked up the nickname ‘Music City’ due to its long and exciting

The first thing Deb Paquette told me about her new Green Hills restaurant is that she will be serving fried gizzard. She’s quite excited about it.  Click Here to read the

The Daily Meal has published their annual list of the 101 Best Food Trucks across the nation.  Click Here to read the.

The owner of one of the largest undeveloped tracts in the Cool Springs area has brought on Boyle Investment Co. as a joint venture partner to develop a $270 million upscale, mixed-used

From big-name chefs to down-home favorites, these are Nashville’s must-hit restaurants.  Click Here to read the.

Logan’s Roadhouse, the Nashville-based chain restaurant, will file for bankruptcy.  According to a report by Bloomberg News, the company plans to file for Chapter 11 protection sometime in

Nashville International Airport is embarking on an ambitious $1.2 billion renovation that will touch virtually every corner of the airport and change every aspect of the traveler’s experience.;

Every city has their locals, and those locals know how to thrum the pulse of the city. Whether they’re frequenting different hot spots or avoiding the tourist no-go’s, we decided to chat with a

Though it’s long been known as the capital of country music, Nashville is far more than just the “Home of the Grand Ole Opry.” These days, the state capital of Tennessee is also home to a wide

Taking a trip to Nashville? Planning on moving to the Music City? Read the list of 30 things to know to keep from looking like a tourist, courtesy of Movoto.comClick Here to read the.

Ever wonder where you’ll find the rudest and friendliest cities in America?  For the eighth year in a row,Travel + Leisurehas scoured the country asking Americans about their experiences

Sunday, July 17 is National Ice Cream day (actually July is National Ice Cream Month!) Ice cream received its own day in 1984 thanks to President Ronald Reagan. In honor of this day, we put together

The Tennessee Central Railway is a sight to behold, but what we love are the neat train rides you can take from Nashville out to Watertown and beyond. Have you heard of them? Have you ever had such

Starbucks, located at 438 Main Street in downtown Franklin, closed on Sunday, July 10 at 6pm for a ten day renovation.  Click Here to read the.

Nashville is the capital of thestate of Tennesseeand it sits along the banks of the Cumberland River. Nashville picked up the nickname ‘Music City’ due to its long and exciting musical history,

House, A Social Eateryopened inThe Nations neighborhoodonFriday, July 1, 2016. House is a homey restaurant and bar concept from co-owners Kyle McPhee and Chris Bicsak. The duo took over

When it comes to hot chicken everyone knows that Nashville, TN is still the place for where you can find the best! We’ve sweated it out and set our taste buds on fire to find the best around

Nashville is full of tips and tricks up its sleeve, but how many city secrets do you know? Or, if you don’t find these to be secret spots – it’s hard to keep a good secret these days! These

Where’s the best wings in Nashville? We went on the hunt for the most delicious, amazing wings in the Music City and after lots of bleu cheese and napkins we found ten places you have to try right

When you order a steak in Nashville, TN you’re not looking for something “okay” , “alright ” or ” pretty good. ” When you order a steak in the Music City you want the best! We,

Restaurants from Midtown and the Gulch made Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s 2016 list of America’s100 Best Wine Restaurants. Strategic Hospitality’s The Catbird Seat, a member of Wine Enthusiast�

Mt. Juliet is booming with businesses already, and there are more businesses coming to the city, according to city manager Kenny Martin.  Click Here to read the.

Here is a list of great places to enjoy outdoors.  Click Here to read the.

Summertime, and the livin’s easy — so easy, in fact, that it’s time to shut down your kitchen and spend the next four months living off the simple, hand-held meal that’s perfect for camping,

The perfect city for raising a family is definitely Nashville, Tennessee. Whether you’ve already got kids or planning to have some soon, check out these reasons why Nashville is the perfect place

Here’s the thing – is it difficult to get into a restaurant like these without a reservation? Yes. Most definitely yes. But if you’ve planned three weeks ahead and KNOW when your wife’s

Feeling angry today? Apparently a lot of Nashvillians might be right there with you,according to Thrillist.  The city was just named the 11th angriest city in the country by the online.

A July opening now appears to be the target.  As the new Martin’s Bar-B-Que Jointin SoBro barrels towards what is now projected as a July opening, the restaurant is really starting

“What’s your favorite restaurant?” is easily the question I get asked the most. My stock answer, which allows me to duck and weave, is that it depends what I’m in the mood for.  I hate

And it’s headed for the Fluffo Mattress property on the east side.  We now know who the mystery James Beard Award winnermoving into the Fluffo Mattress property in East Nashville,

$500 gets you a seat at the chef’s table.  Additional details are now out regarding upscale Italian restaurant Tartufo, which has been in the works for the former Mambu/Magnolia South space

If you’re a fan of greasy spoons and even greasier cheeseburgers, then Tennessee has plenty of hot spots for you. It doesn’t matter if you spin towards decadent sundaes or ketchup-laden french

Music City’s culinary darling Josh Habiger makes his comeback with a new 24-seat restaurant as sophisticated as it is satiating.   Click Here to read the.

The truth is Nashville has something for everyone, just like country music itself. Tune in to theCMT Music Awardson June 8 to join in the fun!   Click Here to read the.

The Outpost Armory has announced a 27,000 square foot state-of-the-art firearms range, training facility, and retail store expansion. The facility is projected to be open Winter of 2016.   

A trio of new residential projects on the drawing board could bring nearly 1,000 homes to the Hermitage area, which is gaining momentum in homebuilding because of its proximity

A new mixed-use, live-work development, The Villages at Harvest Point, has been proposed for a 473-acre property on the south side of Spring Hill just west of the General Motors plant and Spring

There are plenty of attractions to keep visitors to Nashville busy. Iconic honky tonk bars, award-winning restaurants, tourist attractions, and more. If you’re looking for ways to spend your time

The Nashville pop-up restaurant Otaku South is maturing — signing a lease in the Icon in the Gulch complex.  Starting in September, that means Otaku South will become Otaku Ramen.   

Strategic Hospitality, the restaurant group co-founded by brothersBenjaminandMax Goldberg, announced today that it will open Le Sel, a casual French dining restaurant in the ground floor of the

Freebirds World Burrito, an Austin-based fast casual, is excited to announce the opening of its first Tennessee location in Nashville at 3800 Hillsboro Road in Green Hills. The restaurant, known for

“Nashville” — and the boon the television drama has brought to Music City — may not be dead yet.  A day afterABC canceled the show after four seasons, �”

“This is new, this is new, this is new last year,” that’s the common refrain driving through the various regions of the booming city of Nashville with real estate broker Todd McGlamery of

Solis North Gulch will be the name of the 271-unit apartment community that a Charlotte, N.C.-based developer plans for 3 acres near downtown Nashville.  Click Here to read the.

A developer from Dallas wants to make its Nashville debut with a 360-unit apartment complex near the Nashville Sounds ballpark, immediately north of downtown.  Click Here to read the

A second Nashville location of Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar is on the drawing board for a vacant lot at 1226 Fourth Ave. N. in Germantown between City House and Barista

Gov. Bill Haslam announced two weeks ago the Tennessee Department of Transportation would complete $20 million in upgrades to Saturn Parkway, extending it to Beechcroft Road.   Click Here

In today’s market, with homes selling quickly and prices rising, some homeowners might consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO).

For years, Nashville’s Doug Havron ran a successful coffee shop in town. But one day, Havron stopped and realized he really wasn’t a coffee guy. The business he belonged in was burgers.  �

Topgolf InternationalInc. revealed the look of its forthcoming Nashville entertainment complex Wednesday, and announced that it will include a music venue.  The popular and trendy business

An indoor laser tag and combat entertainment venue founded by a former Disney executive is targeting a mid-May soft opening for its first Nashville-area location.  

Nashville is no slouch when it comes to tacos, offering an array of options. Whether you’re looking for more authentic eats or something a little more polished, this town has you covered with

Winter is over and it’s about time.  At long last, the “it city” has the chef award to go with its it-ness.  On Monday night, the James Beard Foundation handed out its coveted,

Jeff Patemoved to the town of Nolensville about one year ago and says he promptly fell in love, except he found the town lacked a core — the kind of vibrant cluster of offices, restaurants,,

Tennessee is highly respected when it comes to its role in the history of the United States. We aren’t the Volunteer State for nothing, and we take our role wildly seriously. Not quite sure about

Are you on a budget? Have you drunk the Dave Ramsey Kool-Aid, getting your life in order and teasing your financial picture into something a bit prettier? Good for you – and here are a couple of

Little Leiper’s Fork is located just outside Franklin, Tennessee, a suburb of Nashville. It stretches 1,100 acres and hosts about 650 full-time residents. This darling little town is a host to

Are you a semi-hiker? Someone that loves to get out in the gorgeous outdoors, but aren’t married to the idea of spending miles and miles alone with your pack? Whether you’d rather a shorter hike

Quick! How many people move to Nashville each day?  That’s become a hotly debated question, as Music City experiences a growth spurt. Public officials and media outlets

That’s a stupid idea. There’s some great sight lines at Bridgestone arena, but nothing worth traveling 3,000 miles for in the day and age of HD televsion. Nashville is a nice place to visit when

A new Nashville hot chicken option is preparing to hit the Melrose neighborhood, as construction on Gordon’s, a restaurant and bar specializing in the fiery fowl, is planned to start next month.

Officials with Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant are targeting a late fall opening for a location on the courthouse square in Murfreesboro.   Click Here to read the.

A gourmet market and cafe called Caviar & Bananas will be the first retail tenant signed up to occupy space at the Aertson Midtown mixed-use project that’s rising at 21st and Broadway

Vegan bistro and barGraze is now serving fresh juices, hot tempeh biscuits and kale Caesar salads in East Nashville.  The bistro’s inventive opening menu includes plant-based twists on

Nashville Hot Chicken is showing up everywhere lately, from fast-food marquees to trendy restaurant menus. But to find the real thing, you might start in a nondescript strip mall on the northeast

It was late at night, when most tomfoolery breaks past the barriers of decorum.  Sean Brock, the giddy, geeky boy genius of the chef world, was wearing a creepy Halloween mask, sneaking up on

Registration is currently ongoing for Spring Hill’s upcoming skate contest, which will also feature the unveiling of a new graffiti wall at the city’s skate park.  Click Here to read

Eight Spring Hill restaurants face temporary revocations of their beer permits by the City of Spring Hill following a sting operation conducted by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission. 

General Motors made a big announcement on Wednesday about its investment in Spring Hill.  The company will be creating 792 new jobs at its factory in Spring Hill, as part of a

Franklin Police are warning pay-at-the-pump customers, after sophisticated credit card skimmers were discovered on two gas pumps. An alert manager at the Daily’s Shell, at 1316 Murfreesboro Road,

A nationally ranked steakhouse concept will occupy a 7,000 square foot leased space attached toThe Westin Nashvillehotel, which is rising directly across from Music City Center.  

The Grub Crawl is back.  We already knew the editors of Bon Appétit magazine had a soft spot for Nashville, especially restaurant guru Andrew Knowlton, what with the best new

Spring is here, and the weather is making the final turn, which means it’s patio time in Tennessee.   Click Here to read the.

The town of Smyrna will be breaking ground on a very new adventure.  At 2 p.m. Monday at Smyrna Town Centre, 100 Sam Ridley Parkway, Smyrna Parks and Recreation will be joined by city

Walton Developers are moving forward with plans to build a new subdivision in White House. City leaders approved a zoning request for Walton to build 949 new homes and townhouses at the Bear Creek

Here’s the thing: if you’re a millennial, you’re most likely wildly broke. Thanks to the economy and the terrible job market, we’re just hanging out, trying to scrape together rent money and

Virginia Botha, a Nashville native who first moved to Williamson County with her parents in 1993, met her husband, SJ, while on an African safari 14 years ago.  The couple were quickly married

Standing behind the light-wooden counter, Jennifer Bisceglia looks around at her shop in Cool Springs with its tri-star and Tennessee pride pieces hanging on the walls.  The smell of jalapeno

For lovers of delicious, made-from-scratch Southern food at a great price, look no further than Delta Bound in Spring Hill.  The Southern food joint, which started as a food truck, was created

It’s official: The beer dinner has replaced the wine dinner in the hearts of Nashville diners, or at least in my inbox. Where restaurants used to show off their skills pairing dishes with

ABourbon Steakrestaurant from San Francisco-based celebrity chefMichael Mina and a Starbucks are planned for theJW Marriott Nashvillehotel under construction across from Music City Center.;&

It’s hard to escape music in Nashville. Not that you’d want to, but Music City is more than just a catchy phrase for this town associated with country music.  Click Here to read the

L27 will be the name for what’s being touted as the Nashville area’s highest-level rooftop bar planned for The Westin Nashville hotel rising across from Music City Center.

Nashville has won a national award for a Metro government project that took nearly three years to complete. You’ve likely at least heard of it: NashvilleNext.  Click Here to read

I was hungover the first time I smelled a celebrity. I was flipping through 45s atmy favorite record storein Nashville when the owner—Jack White—walked through the shop. My heart performed a

This 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath executive home is located within walking distance of the Johnny Cash estate and overlooks Old Hickory Lake. Don't let this one slip away!  Please let me know if you

Check out the most expensive homes sold in Nashville recently by clicking through the slideshow with this story.  Click Here to read the.

A group of developers released plans Wednesday for what would become one of downtown Nashville’s four largest skyscrapers, a 40-story tower that would contain a five-star hotel and condos. 

A Nashville-based home renovation series will air on DIY beginning next month, according to a news release.  The new series, “Nashville Flipped,” will follow contractorTroy Dean Shaferand

Nashville is a booming city. Thousands of people a month move to Nashville with the intention of staying, driving rent prices through the roof, giving our city economy a solid boost, and keeping our

Hollywood actor Jim Carrey passed through Murfreesboro, Tennessee recently and apparently was quite impressed with the residents there. In an interview this week Carrey said:  Click Here

Compared to Tennessee’s biggest and oldest distilleries, Thompson’s Station distiller Heath Clark has a postage-stamp-sized location in this small Williamson County town.  Click Here

Tara Tidwell’s flour-covered hands carefully prepare a half-dozen baguettes on a long cooking sheet before sliding the bread into a piping-hot oven.  “You might want to step back,” said

It takes a certain type of person to see the future of Shelby Park.  Often overshadowed by revitalization efforts in nearby Germantown and Schnitzelburg, the neighborhood has increasingly 

Brentwood is the fourth happiest place in Tennessee, according to career website Zippia, with Nolensville coming in at number eight.  Click Here to read the.

Spring is upon us and it’s time to head outdoors and enjoy Nashville’s natural beauty. There are approximately 12,000 acres of open space, 108 parks, 19 greenways and 190 miles of trails to

An upscale honky-tonk whose owners include the granddaughter of deceased country music singer-songwriter Dottie West is looking to open with a bang around the Fourth of July.  Click Here

After opening 25 years ago, CoolSprings Galleria will undergo multi-million dollar renovations beginning as early as next week.  Click Here to read the.

Two new parks will open in Brentwood just in time for residents to enjoy the parks this summer.  Click Here to read the.

After temporarily being thrown into question, a boutique hotel planned for downtown Nashville’s Printers Alley is again moving forward.  Click Here to read the.

A mixed-use project that will include a luxury lifestyle hotel and residential units is on the drawing board for the 1.2-acre former Griffin Plaza site in the Gulch.  

A second Nashville-area Soulshine Pizza Factory location and the first Whit’s Frozen Custard in Tennessee are planned for the Berry Farms community in Franklin.  

Several days of unseasonably warm weather helped to fuel a 9.7 percent year-over-year increase in Nashville area residential closings last month.  The roughly 2,293

A number of Nashville restaurateurs are involved in a new Greek food conceptcoming to the east side’s 704 Main St. building this summer.  Click Here to read the.

Here is a glance into the inside of Mill Creek Elementary and Middle Schools.  Click Here to read the.

Anthony Bourdain, who said in the fall that he would return to Nashville to shoot an episode for his CNN show “Parts Unknown,” is hopping about our fair city, ingesting our food and culture with

Clyde’s on Church, a new dive bar-style restaurant from the owners of popular taco jointTaco Mamacita, is open in Nashville.  Clyde’s on Church, at 17th Avenue North, is a dive bar

After months of off-the-record whispers, murmurs and shouts, one of the worst-kept restaurant secrets now stands in the light. While Andrew Jackson may be the old hero of New Orleans, John

The parent company of Carl’s Jr., founded in Anaheim 60 years ago, is relocating its California headquarters to Nashville, Tenn.  Carpinteria-based CKE Restaurants, which also owns St. Louis

An Asian-fusion restaurant and a diner are thenew dining conceptsthat celebrity chefManeet Chauhanand her business partners are bringing to the North Gulch.  Click Here to read the

Out-of-state investors have paidBob Bernstein, the founder of Nashville’s local coffee scene, $3.15 million forthe Gulch buildingwhere hisBongo Javaroasts coffee beans.  Click Here to

Aerial Development Groupplans late next month to seek a rezoning of 20 acres on West Trinity Lane for which the developer has a mixed-use community with more than 

Nashville has some very fine restaurants and some very fine hangouts. What we tend to lack are very fine hangouts that serve very fine food.  Click Here to read the.

The parent of Hardee’s and other restaurant chains has finalized a decision to consolidate its corporate offices in the Nashville area.  Click Here to read the.

Once upon a time, Hillsboro Village was all there was.  Before 12 South, the Gulch, Germantown, East Nashville and other urban neighborhoods became hip (or, in the case of The Gulch, even

As The Kitchen Couple, it’s clear we’re in the kitchen a lot. Usually, our date nights consist of staying in, making tons of food and enjoying it with wine or a martini.  Click

Spring Hill Bakery will celebrate its official grand opening on March 5, 2016, at Rippavilla Plantation 5700 Main St. Spring Hill, TN 37174 beginning at 1 pm for restaurants and businesses and 2 pm

Although a bypass around Nolensville’s historic district is realistically more than 15 years away, town leaders are looking at amendments and proposals from developers that could pave the way.

Representatives with General Motors have announced they have plans to invest $148 million at their Spring Hill Manufacturing plant.  Click Here to read the.

See all those tower cranes in Nashville’s skyline? They represent a record-smashing deluge of construction dough pouring into the economy.  Click Here to read the.

The longtime home of strip club Déjà Vu Showgirls Nashville has been sold, paving the way for a future redevelopment that city leaders and other area stakeholders see

Nashville developer Southeast Venture is pursuing a giant mixed-use project that would inject upwards of 600 residential units into The Nations.Like so many neighborhoods in Nashville's-

With a wide variety of food and planned music options, the owners of downtown Gallatin’s newest restaurant hope to attract local residents and out-of-town visitors who don’t want to drive to

In the spring of 2014, buzz began about a Charleston, SC, favorite making its way to Music City: Butcher & Bee. This eatery creates quite the following of tourists and

Nashville students can now board a traveling classroom focused only on sustainable living.  Click Here to read the.

Handcrafted pasta will be the focus of a new restaurant and retail shop planned for East Nashville.Brothers Ryan and Danny Nicoletto, owners of East Nashville-based Nicoletto’s Pasta Co., are

The first-ever rooftop restaurant and event space in Williamson County will soon be available in downtown Franklin.   Click Here to read the.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has completed traffic studies for both the intersection of state Route 96 and U.S. Highway 41A in Triune and the one-way tunnels dotted along Wilson

Two local developers are targeting a Germantown site for a mixed-use two-building project that will include apartments and a retail space for a Hattie B’s Hot Chicken.  Click Here to

NAWBO Business University is hosting its second lunch-n-learn for women business owners today, with celebrity chef/restaurateur — and part-time Nashvillian — Maneet Chauhan to speak at the event

Check out this handy travel guide.  Click Here to read the.

There is going to be a new 153-home subdivision called Witherspoon, which will bring million-dollar homes to a historic property in Brentwood.  Click Here to read the.