GET TO KNOW

Nashville’s neighborhoods are full of color, whether it be from their murals, music halls or green spaces. Let us show you their environs in a whole new light.

©VISIT MUSIC CITY

12South

The ultimate walkable neighborhood, 12South’s half-mile main stretch mixes Southern chains such as Holly Williams’ White’s Mercantile and Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James (seen here) with unique local boutiques and vintage shops: find glorious leather bags at Ceri Hoover, contemporary women’s clothing at Emerson Grace and premium denim destination Imogene + Willie. It’s also dotted with Nashville’s best restaurants and coffee shops; Frothy Monkey, Five Daughters Bakery and Edley’s Bar-B-Que are standouts. Park the car and make the jaunt on a sunny afternoon. visitmusiccity.com/explorenashville/neighborhoods/12south

GET TO KNOW

East Nashville

A food- and drink-centric neighborhood across the Cumberland River from downtown Nashville, East Nashville has long been known as a creative hotspot and for its cultural diversity. Margot Cafe & Bar first put this neighborhood on the map as a must-visit dining destination; others such as Redheaded Stranger and Butcher & Bee, continue the tradition. For those into craft beer, the East Nashville Beer Works is a must. East Nashville is also full of historic homes, and you can even stay in a 115-year-old historic church, The Russell. visitmusiccity. com/explore-nashville/neighborhoods/east-nashville

Germantown

Named for the influx of German immigrants in the mid-19th century, Germantown is full of period charm, with restaurants housed in restored Victorian buildings, boutiques found in former warehouses and brick sidewalks. The neighborhood, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to the gleaming Tennessee State Museum, the Nashville Farmers Market and the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. First Tennessee Park, home to the Nashville Sounds (a Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers), can also be found here. Germantown is also the starting point of tours such as the NashTrash musical comedy tour and Nashville Food Adventures. visitmusiccity.com/explore-nashville/neighborhoods/germantown

Green Hills

An affluent suburb known for its stately homes and boutique shopping, Green Hills’ ZIP codes are some of Nashville’s most coveted. Shopping here is anchored by The Mall at Green Hills, home to more than 100 specialty stores and eateries, with 55 brands unique to Nashville, including Tennessee’s only Nordstrom and the RH Nashville Gallery, plus a state-of-the-art Dillard’s flagship. Green Hills is also home to the celeb-adored H. Audrey boutique (Faith Hill and Gwyneth Paltrow are fans), owned by Holly Williams. Less conspicuous but perhaps the most famous spot in Green Hills is the Bluebird Cafe, a listening room made famous by the TV series “Nashville.” visitmusiccity.com/explore-nashville/neighborhoods/green-hills

GET TO KNOW

The Gulch

Located between Music Row and downtown lies The Gulch, a bustling, LEED-certified community that dates back to before the Civil War. It gets its name from the natural geographic depression of the 110-acre neighborhood; it was designed with connectivity, walkability and public transportation in mind, and there are numerous bike and walking paths here. Dining and nightlife options abound here, such as the popular Biscuit Love, Party Fowl Whiskey Kitchen and Saint Anejo. Like public art? Bring home a coveted selfie by posing in front of Kelsey Montague’s “What Lifts You Wings” and get inspired by Allison Johnson’s “Acoustic Skyline.” explorethegulch.com

Hillsboro Village

Adjacent to both Vanderbilt and Belmont universities, a jaunt through Hillsboro Village makes for a delightful dining, shopping and sightseeing excursion. Breakfast lovers will want to make Pancake Pantry a frequent stop; pancakes are scratchmade, and more than a dozen varieties are available, making multiple trips necessary. When it’s time for lunch, don’t miss the Grilled Cheeserie, where the Pimento Mac & Chee (at left) delighted Guy Fieri on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.” Also appearing on Triple D was Martin’s BBQ Joint. When it’s time to work off some calories, take a delightful walk down 21st Avenue S., where you’ll find boutiques such as Molly Green, South and Onward Reserve. visitmusiccity.com/explore-nashville/ neighborhoods/belmont-hillsboro-village

GET TO KNOW

The Nations

A neighborhood full of pubs, coffee shops, spas and gyms, The Nations is just west of downtown Nashville and is considered one of the fastest-growing enclaves in Music City. When hometown brewer Fat Bottom Brewing Company was looking to expand its operations in 2016, it moved to a 33,000-square-foot facility here. Another popular craft beer spot, Southern Grist Brewing Co., grew its business in The Nations. No matter where you end up in this neighborhood, you’ll find the vibe to be casual, but the offerings top-notch. thenations615.com

GET TO KNOW

Sylvan Park

A quiet, relaxing neighborhood Southwest of downtown, Sylvan Park is known for its locally-owned restaurants, bars and shops, McCabe Golf Course, found at McCabe Park, and the Richland Creek Greenway. The greenway connects Sylvan Park to the nearby Cherokee Park, an area known for its architectural significance, and the White Bridge Road trailhead, home to Dutchman’s Curve and the Great Train Wreck of 1918. It’s also home to the Nashville Opera and the Nashville Ballet, the largest professional opera and ballet companies in Tennessee. visitmusiccity.com/explore-nashville/neighborhoods/sylvan-park

Wedgewood-Houston

Discover art around every corner in Wedgewood-Houston, known for its proliferation of galleries. Every first Saturday is the WeHo Art Crawl, when art-lovers hop between a dozen art galleries within walking distance of each other. If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary, see if you can hit the bullseye at Flying Axes. Of course, any of the above is thirsty work—fans of the apple will love Diskin Cider, Nashville’s only craft cidery. Need a harder spirit? Try the boutique creations at Nashville Craft Distillery. Architecture lovers should take a quick jaunt to nearby Chesnut Hill to visit BentoLiving, where function and form are intertwined. visitmusiccity.com/explore-nashville/neighborhoods/wedgewood-houston

ANDREW JACKSON’S HERMITAGE:

PRESIDENTIAL HISTORY IN NASHVILLE’S BACKYARD

Discover how America’s history was shaped in Nashville’s backyard with a visit to Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, a 1,120-acre National Historic Landmark. The home of the 7th president invites you to tour the Greek Revival-style mansion where Jackson and his family lived. Learn about Jackson’s early life, rising from an orphan to a budding lawyer and an elected public official to a military hero and eventually to the White House. Stroll through the garden fit for a First Lady, hike trails, or visit Natchez Hills Winery at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage for wine tastings, wine flights, wine slushes and craft beer. Save $2 off a grounds pass with code WhereNashvilleGB, valid through 9/30/22.

4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville, TN 37076 615.889.2941

www.thehermitage.com

KING BABY

Located in 12 South, King Baby embodies the spirit of Americana with rock n’ roll sex appeal. In the latest collections, Founder & Designer Mitchell Binder has captured a fresh twist on classic silver styles, reinventing traditional jewelry staples with the highest quality design. The brand continues to handcraft all its jewelry in the USA, using lost wax casting and hand fabrication every day out of its Santa Monica studio. Artisan jewelers finish each piece for a distinctive aesthetic that cannot be found elsewhere. Offering both men’s and women’s styles, fans can always find something new to add to their collection. The lifestyle brand has brick and mortar locations in Santa Monica, Las Vegas, Nashville, New Hope, and throughout China, along with a very strong e-commerce presence.

2814 12th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37204 615.249.0203

kingbaby.com

HAYMAKERS & CO.

Haymakers is Nashville’s one-stop shop for men’s tailored and casual clothing, premium denim and heritage based provisions. Named one of the South’s Best Shops by Garden & Gun and Southern Living, Haymakers has introduced a well curated assortment of brands to Nashville, including, LBM 1911, Ring Jacket, Sunspel, Life After Denim, Stenstroms, Faherty, Massimo Alba, Baracuta, Alden Shoes, Moore & Giles, SMN Denim, J Brand, Diadora Heritage Shoes & more. Equipped with a full service barber shop & drinks on the house, Haymakers’ custom clothing corner includes options from select American made manufacturers in addition to their own private label maker of custom suits & tailored clothing.

3307 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203 615.810.9442

www.HaymakersandcoNashville.com

J. MICHAELS CLOTHIERS

A unique hybrid of a custom tailor and an upscale men’s specialty shop, J. Michaels is one of the most enjoyable shopping experiences anywhere. Founded in 1989, and occupying a 100 year old home on West End Avenue, the business grew initially by calling on customers in their offices. Today, J. Michaels remains Nashville’s bespoke specialist, while also housing a tasteful array of ready-made merchandise from great brands like Peter Millar, Hiltl, Barbour, Stenstroms, Martin Dingman, Luciano Barbera, Alden, Hickey Freeman, Oxxford, Gran Sasso, Alan Paine, Brax, Maurizio Baldassari, Hamilton Watches and others, along with our own private label items.

3305 and 3307 West End Ave., Nashville, TN 37203 615.321.0686

www.jmichaelsclothiers.com

hatWRKS

Truth be told...there’s not another hat shop like it! When you stop by, you’ll let us know if we live up to that claim. Starting in 2011 as a custom hat workshop, hatWRKS has grown into a destination store with one of the largest and diverse hat offerings in the world. Fedoras to toboggans, dress hats to westerns, men’s and women’s, old school or new school ~ we have a collection of trusted brands found around the globe, including USA’s Stetson all the way to Australia’s Akubra. You can still find us making our latest originals with the utmost quality and creativity. 5,000 sq. feet and over 5,000 hats to explore with knowledgable staff to assist. We look forward to meeting you, just... DON’T TOUCH THE CROWN.

1027 8th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203 615.491.9009

www.hatWRKS.com

NASHVILLE

GUESTBOOK®

PUBLISHER PUBLISHER Kathy Fox

EDITORIAL & DESIGN EDITOR Jennifer McKee ART DIRECTOR Hadley Kincaid CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Margaret Littman, Mary Skinner, Madison Sullivan

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Isaac Arjonilla

A PUBLICATION OF MCC MAGAZINES, LLC A DIVISION OF MORRIS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY, LLC 735 BROAD STREET, AUGUSTA, GA 30901

MCC MAGAZINES, LLC PRESIDENT Tina Battock VICE PRESIDENT Scott Ferguson

DIRECTOR OF MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION Sherry Brown ACCOUNTING MANAGER Veronica Brooks CIRCULATION BUSINESS MANAGER Michelle Rowe

MORRIS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY, LLC CHAIRMAN William S. Morris III CEO Craig S. Mitchell

E-MAILS FOR ALL MCC EMPLOYEES, EXCEPT CONTRIBUTORS: FIRSTNAME.LASTNAME@MORRIS.COM

©2021 by MCC Magazines, LLC. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, in whole or in part, without the express prior written permission of the publisher. The publisher assumes no responsibility to any party for the content of any advertisement in the publication, including any errors or omissions therein. By placing an order for an advertisement, the advertiser agrees to indemnify the publisher against any claims relating to the advertisement. Printed in the United States of America.

HUNDREDS OF CHOICES TO SEE & TOUCH FROM THE WORLD’S LEADING PURVEYORS OF QUALITY LINENS

2133 BANDYWOOD DR. | NASHVILLE | 615-352-4041 | BELLALINEA.COM

ADVERTISER INDEX

Bella Linea .............................................................................................................69

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery ............................................................ 71 Bourbon Sky at Bourbon Steak...................................................................43 Burger Republic...................................................................................................70 Cindi Earl................................................................................................................. 37

City of Franklin.....................................................................................................30 Factory at Columbia..........................................................................................39 FGL House....................................................................................................... 02, 13 Fly South.................................................................................................................68 French’s Shoes & Boots...........................................................................03, 29 Glockstore.............................................................................................................IBC

Goo Goo Chocolate Co......................................................................................11

HatWRKS................................................................................................................68

Haymakers & Co. ................................................................................................ 67 The Hermitage...................................................................................................... 67 It’s A Nashville Thing Y’All Gift Shop ........................................................39 J. Michaels Clothiers..........................................................................................68

Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar............................................ 02, 37 Judith Bright ........................................................................................................09 King Baby Jewelry & Accessories ......................................................05, 67 Landmark Booksellers ......................................................................................30

Legends Corner ...................................................................................................69 Luke’s 32 Bridge Food + Drink ............................................................. 02, 13 Luigi’s City Pizza .........................................................................................02, 70 The Mall at Green Hills............................................................................. IFC, 01 Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa.............................................. Cover, 02, BC Music City Indoor Karting...............................................................................55 The Nashville Store ............................................................................................. 41

Ryan Charlick, Realtor ......................................................................................29 Scarlett Scales Antiques | Home | Apparel ...........................................30 The Second Fiddle .............................................................................................69

SOAR Adventure Tower....................................................................................31

The Stage on Broadway..................................................................................69 Sperry’s Restaurant............................................................................................30 Sun Diner..........................................................................................................02, 41 TC Restaurant Group ........................................................................................02 Tennessee State Museum................................................................................29

Tequila Cowboy Bar & Grill ..................................................................... 02, 51 Trattoria Il Mulino ................................................................................................55

Wanna B’s Karaoke Bar....................................................................................02

Winchester Antique Mall.................................................................................30 Visit Columbia TN............................................................................................... 35

From the glittering lights and spectacular music from honky tonks and other nightlife joints to museums, historic sites, gun ranges, restaurants, clothing, jewelry, boots, books, antiques and adrenaline-inducing attractions, Nashville beckons with fun and food day and night.