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Tennessee’s First SMILE New and Minimally-invasive Surgery for Myopia (Nearsightedness) is First Major Advance in LASIK Technology in 25 Years, Reducing Dependence on Glasses and Contacts short pulses is used to make small incision in the cornea to create a disc-shaped piece of tissue. This tissue is then removed by the surgeon though the opening which causes the corneal shape to change, permanently changing the prescription.

SMILE has a proven track record of success. It has been used internationally since 2011 and more than 750,000 procedures have been performed worldwide. Dr. Wang noted that currently, the procedure has not been approved to treat large amounts of astigmatism and cannot treat farsightedness and that LASIK is still a better option for a majority of the patients seeking laser vision correction.

The first major advance in LASIK technology in 25 years, the SMILE procedure, was performed in Nashville recently at Wang Vision 3D Cataract & LASIK Center by its director, internationally renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Ming Wang, Harvard & MIYT (MD, magna cum laude); PhD (laser physics).

“We are extremely very excited to be the first again to introduce the next generation laser correction procedure to the state, helping out patients with this new and minimally invasive procedure,” said Dr. Wang.

Myopia is a common eye condition in which close objects can be seen clearly but distant objects are blurry without correction.

LASIK and PRK have been the main stay treatments for myopia for over two decades.

But SMILE, which stands for SMall Incision Lenticule Extraction, has unique advantages over LASIK. The SMILE surgery is minimally invasive as the surgeon needs only to create a small, precise opening to correct vision. No flap is needed. The laser incision is smaller than 5 millimeters for SMILE, compared to approximately 20 millimeters for LASIK. This

helps the cornea to retain more of its natural strength and reduces the risk of rare flap complications. Dry eye after SMILE is also reduced compared with LASIK, as nerves responsible for tear production during the cornea remain more intact in SMILE. One of the state’s first SMILE patients was Margaret Coleman, 34, a manager of the world-famous Bluebird Café, in Nashville, which was prominently featured in the ABC TV drama “Nashville”, among others. Ms. Coleman has had poor eyesight all of her life, legal blind in both eyes without correction.

Ms. Coleman’s 3D Laser SMILE procedure went beautifully and she is thrilled to have her crystal clear new vision and newly gained independence on glasses or contacts and being one of the first patients in the state to receive SMILE!

Dr. Ming Wang, a Harvard & MIT graduate (MD, magna cum laude), is the CEO of Aier-USA, Director of Wang Vision 3D Cataract & LASIK Center and one of the few laser eye surgeons in the world today who holds a doctorate degree in laser physics. He has performed over 55,000 procedures, including on over 4,000 doctors.

Dr. Wang published 8 textbooks and a paper in the world-renowned journal Nature, holds several US patents and performed the world’s first laser-assisted artificial cornea implantation. He established a 501c(3) non-profit charity, Wang Foundation for Sight Restoration, which to date has helped patients from more than 40 states in the U.S. and 55 countries, with all sight restoration surgeries performed free-of-charge. Dr. Wang is the Kiwanis Nashvillian of the Year.

“I am so happy!!!”, exclaimed Margaret at her postop visit.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the VisuMax Femtosecond Laser for SMILE procedure for -1 to -8 D myopia with up to 0.5D astigmatism. During a SMILE procedure, a femtosecond laser with precise

Dr. Ming Wang can be reached at: Wang Vision 3D Cataract & LASIK Center 1801 West End Ave, Suite 1150 Nashville, TN, 37203 615-321-8881 drwang@wangvisioninstitute.com www.wangcataractLASIK.com

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Contents November 2017 | Vol. xxiv, No. 11

parties 20

Silver Anniversary

23

Southern Chic

26

Be Our Guest

28

Can’t Stop the Feeling

30

The Next Generation

32

The Real Teal

34

Staying Connected

36

On the Loose

Celebrating 25 years at the Mad Hatter Gala

A late summer night’s dream at the 44th annual Heritage Ball

38

Autumn’s in the Air

40

Wine and Dine

45

For a Better Land

The Fall Harvest Dinner celebrates Cheekwood Harvest

Ladies and gents come together for Champagne & Chardonnay and The Men’s Event

Celebrating success at Once in a Blue Moon

March of Dimes welcomes a hungry crowd to Signature Chefs Auction

feature

A weekend of surprises from Justin Timberlake and friends at Pilgrimage Festival

A smashing success at Fall for Cheekwood

49

Where the Chefs Eat

66

What’s Next

Nearly two dozen chefs share their favorite restaurants in town

15

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68

Nuptials

70

Taking Vows

8 In Our Words Answering your burning questions about dining in Nashville

72

Arts and Galleries

10 Behind the Scenes Mikey Corona and Brian Riggenbach

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Nstyle

76

Best Behavior

78

Match Game

80

Backstory

82

Pencil In

84

Nretrospect

A look at the upcoming projects from four of Nashville’s most respected chefs

Chic Awearness spreads the word

departments

On a greenway at Dinner on the Bridge

Partying after dark at the Nashville Zoo’s Sunset Safari

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Matt Bolus photographed at The 404 Kitchen by Daniel Meigs. For more on new projects from Matt and other chefs, check out our What’s Next feature on page 66.

Symphony Fashion Show Kick-Off, Sunday in the Park Kick-Off and more

Latest Nashville weddings

Walker-Rolfe vows

Upcoming visual and performing arts

Our favorite bites at the Music City Food + Wine Festival

Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

Match the speaker with the spoken

Improving care and tackling pet overpopulation

Calendar of November events

The Heritage Foundation preserves a piece of history

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What’s for Dinner?

Answering your burning questions about dining in Nashville Whenever I spend time with our readers, there’s one question that I’m asked more than anything else: which restaurants should I check out? Everyone wants recommendations of where to dine out in Nashville, and it’s no surprise, really. With the number of new places popping up, old places closing down and beloved staples changing their menus or chefs, it feels impossible to stay on top of Nashville’s constantly changing dining scene.

For this fall’s epicurean issue, we decided to find the answer to your burning question, so we went to the men and women who would know best. We polled 23 of our favorite chefs at the Music City Food + Wine Festival on the best restaurants in town for every meal, snack and drink of the day. Need suggestions

on where to book your next brunch reservation, which coffee shop to grab an afternoon pick-me-up at or the best spot for a date night?

We’ve got them all — straight from the chefs’ mouths — beginning on page 49.

And to further serve you on your culinary quests, we’re giving you the inside scoop on four new projects from some of the city’s best chefs.

Find out what Matt Bolus (The 404 Kitchen), Pat Martin (Martin’s Bar-BQue Joint), Trey Cioccia (The Farm House) and Aaron Clemins (City House) are up to next on page 66.

As always, there’s lots of amazing party coverage in our pages this month. Read on for details from Sunset Safari (page 36), Once in a Blue Moon (page 45), Dinner on the Bridge (page 34) and more.

BY NaNcY FloYd

Nancy is a reader of books, rider of bikes and lover of all things local. She lives in East Nashville with her husband, Kyle, and beagle, Gus. Email her at nfloyd@nfocusmagazine.com.

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Mikey Corona and Brian Riggenbach From the beginning, Mikey Corona and Brian Riggenbach’s relationship has revolved around food. They met working in the restaurant industry in Chicago and fell in love over a multicourse meal Brian made for Mikey. They then began hosting dinner parties out of their apartment, which eventually grew into Yo Soy Underground, a catering company through which they put on dinner parties at various locations throughout the city. Their eventual dream was to open a brick-and-mortar restaurant, and that dream became a reality after Brian won an episode of Food Network’s Chopped. One of the judges was Maneet Chauhan, who asked them to partner with Morph Hospitality to open a globally focused modern diner in Nashville. With Brian heading up the kitchen and Mikey running front of house, The Mockingbird is a nod to the global fare the couple has experienced in their extensive travels and culinary explorations. Expect exciting spins on comfort food favorites when you visit this new Nashville restaurant — and leave plenty of room for drinks and desserts.

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What is your current favorite dish at The Mockingbird?

Brian: I would have to say that my favorite dish on our menu is the adobo grilled octopus with chorizo, giardiniera and pickled fennel. It’s light but with robust flavors. Currently Mikey loves The Bird Is the Word, our chicken fried chicken with chorizo gravy and salsa verde mashed potatoes. It reminds him of his South Tex-Mexican roots!

Where is your favorite place to travel? Mikey: Both Brian and I have a shared favorite destination of Mexico to travel to for recharging and unwinding. Whether it’s chill-out coastal (Sayulita, Puerto Vallarta) or bustling (Mexico City, Oaxaca), we are in love with the food, culture and people of our friendly neighbors down south.

What is your favorite leisure activity to do together in Nashville? Mikey: When we have any free time, which is scarce nowadays, we love to take visiting friends and fam down Broadway at night to see the vivacious activity this city is all about. It never fails that those nights end with a quick saunter to Printers Alley where Brian watches me make a fool of myself as I desperately try to sing in key at Ms. Kelli’s Karaoke Bar! What is your drink of choice?

Mikey: Brian and I have vastly different preferences when it comes to our favorite spirits of choice. Brian is a huge fan of dry white wines whereas I love to enjoy cocktails that have a slightly sweeter and smoky tinge to them (much like our Tequila Mockingbird, which is mezcal, agave, lime, tequila and egg white).

What do you like to cook at home? Brian: I cook tacos at home almost every day of the week. After long shifts of preparing dishes for guests, it’s refreshing to come home and cook something simple for myself so that I can focus on the relaxing part of my post-shift wind down.

Mikey’s go-to dish to cook at home is carne guisada (Tex-Mex

beef stew) and Mexican rice. It’s pretty delicioso — especially as a taco!

When you have out-of-town guests visiting, where do you love taking them? When we know we have guests coming in from out of town, we immediately start making reservations at local restaurants to show off Nashville’s amazing culinary scene. We take them to our favorite spots such as Little Octopus, 5th & Taylor and Two Ten Jack for grub. Old Glory, Rosemary & Beauty Queen and Bastion are musts for cocktails.

And desserts at our sister restaurant Tànsuo˘ are always on the roster.

Favorite restaurant for dinner?

Lunch? Brunch? In the one year of living here in Nashville, we’ve already solidified our favorite meals when it comes to specific times of the day. For instance, we are huge fans of Vui and love her spot (Vui’s Kitchen) for lunch — pho sure! For dinner, we cannot get enough of all the flavors that Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers up. (Hot chicken pakoras are everything.) And for brunch, we go right to Monell’s since they offer up all the foods to satiate your midday cravings — and a ton of it!

What is your favorite place to get dessert? Brian: We adore the sweets scene here in town.

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Where do you buy your wine in Nashville? One of our favorite places to source wine from is our neighborhood boutique wine store 12th & Pine here in The Gulch. Our buddy Ernie Paquette is the fun personality behind this liquid provisions storefront that has a keen eye for exciting wines, cutting-edge spirits and craft beers. (Major plus: it’s walkable distance from our dwelling!)

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To kick off Sunday in the Park, hostesses Tara Armistead and Jodi Banks naturally chose Warner Parks’ historic Hodge House as the venue. Committee members spilled onto the porches to hear plans for the 28th annual luncheon from co-chairs Eliza Brunson and Susan Weathersby. The 19th-century home, which sits near the corner of Chickering Road and Old Hickory Boulevard, is just one of the restoration projects undertaken by Friends of Warner Parks with funds raised from this beloved fall tradition.

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Nashville Fashion Week Launch Party 9.27.17

Nashville Fashion Week revealed some exciting changes at a launch party held at Nicky’s Coal Fired. The weeklong, fashion-centric festivities — to be held April 3-7, 2018 — announced a partnership with Oz Arts Nashville that will allow NFW to hold all of their runway shows in the West Nashville location. The launch party also officially kicked off the application process for the Fashion Forward Fund and Emerging Designer showcase. Winners will be announced early next year.

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Antiques & Garden Show Kick-Off 9.27.17

With the theme A Sense of Place, it was only fitting that the 28th annual Antiques & Garden Show kicked off with an evening gathering in the mansion at Cheekwood. After all, it benefits Cheekwood Estate & Gardens and ECON charities.

Nearly 100 committee members quieted down long enough for co-chairs Kim Holbrook and Robin Puryear to announce that Earl Charles Spencer, who also recently renovated his historic estate, will be this year’s keynote speaker at the show which runs Feb. 2-4, 2018.

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Public Schools Hall of Fame 10.4.17

Nashville Public Education Foundation honored four community heroes at the annual Public Schools Hall of Fame luncheon held at the Omni Hotel. Judge Sheila Calloway was presented with the Distinguished Service Award for her years of serving at-risk youth in Nashville. Three MNPS grads — Joey Hatch, Valerie Malyvanh Jansen and Janet Miller — were honored with Distinguished Alumni Awards, and Limitless Libraries took home a $10,000 grant from Nissan as part of the Inspiring Innovation Award. Rounding out the celebration was a performance from RaeLynn accompanied by students from H.G. Hill Middle School.

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Co-chair Connie Bradley, Trisha Yearwood, Dan Thompson, Anita Hogin

Sylvia and co-chair Troy Tomlinson

Tom and Cordia Harrington

Fahad Tahir, Karen and Brad Springer

Rock the Cradle 10.4.17

more than 460 music lovers headed to the Loveless Barn for Rock the Cradle, where they would shake, rattle and roll for the newborns in need at Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital. This year, proceeds went to the purchase of a NICView camera system, which helps parents as well. Connie Bradley and Troy Tomlinson co-chaired the night, which included a tasty dinner of Loveless Cafe’s famous fried chicken, biscuits and banana pudding. The highlight was an intimate performance from megastar Trisha Yearwood.

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Pearls & Pinstripes 10.6.17

by serving as emcee at the fifth annual Pearls & Pinstripes, former Tennessee Titan Brad Hopkins helped the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence tackle the problem. Attendees filled the Nissan Stadium West Club for the evening of dinner and dancing. Auction items, including the highly soughtafter chance to be a junior cheerleader or T-Rac at a Titans game, raised valuable funds for the nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission of ending domestic and sexual violence in Tennessee.

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Symphony Fashion Show Kick-Off 10.10.17

Kick-off season continued when Cynthia and David Arnholt hosted the Symphony Fashion Show committee for Champagne and cocktails. Co-chairs Lorie Duke and Birgitta Williamson shared the highly anticipated news that the 2018 show will feature influential designer Jason Wu. Little Big Town will perform, and Nashvillian Whitney Daane will serve as emcee. And ladies keen on wearing one of Jason Wuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s timeless designs marked their calendars for Jan. 11-12, when his Spring 2018 line comes to Gus Mayer for a trunk show.

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Amy Marsalis Simpkins, Beth Molteni, Sadhna Williams Garrett Guillory, Luke DeLaVergne, Didi Hill, Kim Hill

Peter Depp, Emily Noel, Sandra Lipman, Jay Joyner

Co-chairs Brenda Barker and Angela Bostelman

John Campbell, John Gawaluck, Ken Kraft

Silver Anniversary Celebrating 25 years at the Mad Hatter Gala

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he Mad Hatter Gala, the Sexual Assault Center’s premier fundraiser, was held recently at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel with more than 400 patrons in attendance. “This is the largest crowd I’ve seen here yet,” retiring executive director Tim Tohill said as he marveled at the size of the crowd. In fact, Tim was being honored for his 25 years of exemplary leadership. The gala, which was also celebrating its 25th anniversary, has become one of Nashville’s signature charitable events, offering an elegant evening of fun, energy and passion for the mission of SAC. This year was no exception.

If the crowd appeared sizable, the silent auction appeared even larger, lining both sides of the lobby. While passed appetizers and cocktails were being offered, the donors were using a high-tech app on their phones to view and bid on the plethora of auction items. Lisa Campbell, founder and first chair of the gala a quarter of a century ago, said she was so anxious about the remarks she would be delivering in honor of Tim that she almost left her phone in her car. “What would I have done? I’ve never seen an auction like this. My phone delivers a text message to me when I’ve been outbid!” she said laughingly.

Gala co-chairs Angela Bostelman and Brenda Barker outdid themselves with their sophisticated ambiance featuring silver and aubergine. Their entrée selection of deliciously rich short ribs was most appreciated by the attendees, but the co-chairs’ idea to offer a dessert bar in the lobby after dinner was a definite high point. That brought everyone back to the evening’s raison d’être — bidding high and often on spectacular auction items such as a trip to Blackberry Farm, a singersongwriter night with Tim Nichols and Rivers Rutherford, an extended stay at a private villa in Santa Barbara and more. A record amount of critical funds were raised, which will directly impact the survivors of sexual assault. Congratulations, ladies! The mission was accomplished with a merry time had by all.

Cory Tohill, Mary Anna Stepanek, Mary Jane and Tim Tohill, Sintia and Nathan Dearman, Jen Stemple, Travis Tohill, Joan McGee

Lisa Campbell, Carolyn Ermey, Daphne Butler

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Michael and Vicki McNamara

Fred and Linda Reynolds

Tim and Lynn Lawyer, Crystal and Jason Brown

J. Edward and Brenda Campbell

Southern Chic A late summer night’s dream at the 44th annual Heritage Ball

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urricane Irma did her best to thwart plans for the 44th annual Heritage Ball, causing multiple flower shipments to be delayed or canceled altogether, but she was no match for the capable design team of Donna Daniels and Steve McClellan, whose quick thinking and last-minute changes resulted in one of the dreamiest décor schemes we’ve seen at this event. Chaired

by Nancy Smith and Greg Flittner, the black-tie gala, a fundraiser for the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County, drew inspiration from Carnton Plantation, the property on which the party was held, for the romantic Southern Gothic décor.

Jackson vine hung from the chandeliers, swaying ever so softly in the breeze above tables embellished with pale lavender and pink garden roses, dahlias and hydrangeas. Gilded pears, lush foliage, rose hips and candlelight completed the sophisticated look, which Steve likened to an overgrown garden in an old-world painting.

The evening’s festivities kicked off with a lively cocktail hour where guests had the chance to peruse a robust silent auction — the fruit of many months of labor for auction co-chairs Linda and Fred Reynolds — and share their well wishes with the Heritage Ball king and queen, J. Edward and Brenda Campbell, who joked they’d be returning their sparkly crowns at the end of the night. Many snagged a Catcher in the Rye, the evening’s signature cocktail from Gray’s on Main, and found their way to the outdoor cigar lounge overlooking the gardens.

It took a bit of cajoling to break up conversations among the crowd of 750 guests, but once everyone finally made their way to their tables, they were rewarded with a divine three-course dinner from Sargent’s Fine Catering. Following the meal, revelers kicked up their heels to tunes from the Dance Street Band before ending the night with a pit stop at the late-night biscuit bar from Red Pony.

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Don and Katherine Webb

Terrell and Byrettia Broady

Ken and Linda Moore

Jennifer and Jacob Thorington, Jeff and Jaclyn Ledbetter

Bob Rudman, Co-chairs Greg Flittner and Nancy Smith

Jim and Phyllis Lackey

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Michelle Hankes, Cheryl Major

Emily and Luke Howell with Lucy, Landon and Ella

Brian and Ellen Hoffman, Kearstin Patterson, Jack Allinder

Be Our Guest March of Dimes welcomes a hungry crowd to Signature Chefs Auction

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raffic jams everywhere made the drive to the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs twice as long, but the rewards were worth it. Once inside the upscale hotel, guests simply followed their noses to find this year’s Signature Chefs Auction. Tantalizing aromas led them to the ballroom where popular area restaurants, bakeries and beverage purveyors were offering menu favorites and specialty bites.

“Our chefs give us their time and food year after year because they believe in saving babies,” said Michelle Hankes, executive director of market development for March of Dimes Greater Tennessee, gratefully acknowledging the generous commitment of these men and women and their establishments. Fortunately for attendees, the largesse did not stop there. Chefs filled plates for the eager crowd and gladly replenished them when anyone came back for seconds — and even thirds.

Culinary co-chairs Allie Crowe and Vasisht Ramasubramanian — known to his friends and fans as Chef V — thought of everything. From Kickin’ Coffee beverages and Provence Breads & Café pastries to City Winery bologna and cheese sandwiches to Tempered Café & Chocolate truffles and Dulce Desserts cookies, every meal was covered. Among our favorite bites were Barcelona’s particularly tasty cobia ceviche from Chef V and meatballs Makhani with savory tomato sauce from chef Tom Eckert at Chauhan Ale & Masala House.

The live auction, full of unique epicurean experiences, paused for the introduction of this year’s Ambassador Family, the Howells, who shared their story “to help every baby have a chance to be born healthy.” Their daughter Lucy was delivered at 29 weeks. The adorable now-6-year-old is a shining example of the critical role the organization plays to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

By evening’s end, it was another big success for the March of Dimes, raising funds for research that will lead to breakthroughs in identifying at-risk mothers and reducing the number of premature births.

Co-chairs Allie Crowe and Vasisht Ramasubramanian

Valerie Hayes, Keri Thomas, Gloria Freeman, Tequila Johnson

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Jenifer Helm, Kim Leeper

Justin Timberlake

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Can’t Stop the Feeling A weekend of surprises from Justin Timberlake and friends at Pilgrimage Festival

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ever underestimate the power of Justin Timberlake. When the multihyphenate superstar signed on as a co-producer of Pilgrimage Festival for its sophomore run in 2016, it put the Franklin-based boutique music festival on the map. This year, when he agreed to headline the first night, ticket sales skyrocketed, the event sold out and the crowd-size doubled from last year. But JT wasn’t the only draw for music lovers.

With an all-star lineup, a number of surprise appearances and a beautiful setting at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Pilgrimage Festival once again exceeded expectations, even if the lines were longer and the temperatures nearly unbearable this year. The heat and the crowds were no matter to ticket holders who enjoyed two days of music spread across five stages, artwork from regional artists, and an assortment of delicacies and beverages from local restaurants and brewers.

More than 60 bands and artists — an impressive roster that included The Avett Brothers, Muddy Magnolias, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives, Gary Clark Jr., Mavis Staples and Walk the Moon — hit the stages, many pleasing the crowd with special-guest performances. The stunning model-turned-singersongwriter Karen Elson joined Ryan Adams; Jason Isbell showed up to perform with his wife, Amanda Shires; Pearl Jam’s Matt Cameron reunited with bandmate Eddie Vedder during his Sunday night headliner performance, and in the surprise most talked about — and most Instagrammed — Chris Stapleton and his wife, Morgane, joined Justin Timberlake for “Tennessee Whiskey,” “Fire Away” and “Sometimes I Cry.” In addition to raising needed funds for the City of Franklin, Friends of Franklin Parks and MusiCares, the Pilgrimage Festival partnered with Lyft this year to donate more than $25,000 to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Good music for a good cause? You don’t have to tell us twice. We can’t wait to return next year and see what the almighty JT and his friends surprise us with next.

Monty and Lisa McInturff, Claire McInturff, Jake Valente

The Avett Brothers

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The Next Generation A smashing success at Fall for Cheekwood

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f there were an award for Cutest Party, the fourth annual Fall for Cheekwood benefit would certainly be a top contender for the title. The recent fall spectacular was held on a blisteringly hot Sunday afternoon, kicking off the chrysanthemum-filled and pumpkin-infused Cheekwood Harvest, part of the institution’s year-round lineup of signature seasonal events. This is a very popular party as co-chairs Ashley Frist and Kailey Hand can attest. “We were sold out within the first 48 hours,” the young mothers noted with pride. Approximately 1,000 of Nashville’s most adorable moms, dads and kids were in attendance with young parents pushing babies in strollers, eating s’mores with their toddlers and watching older siblings paint faces, make pumpkin necklaces and slide down a gigantic tube slide dressed with hay bales. The grandparents in the crowd seemed to be having almost as much fun as their offspring.

It was a toss-up as to whether the hayride, the pumpkin house photo booth (a cottage crafted from more than 400 pumpkins), the mini-golf course, the scarecrow trail or shopping for a pumpkin to take home for decorating was the most popular activity among the little ones gamboling on the vast Cheekwood lawn.

The adults, of course, quickly located the beer garden, Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q buffet and the live bluegrass music on the Arboretum Lawn. The Old Hickory Bourbon Smash and Hibiscus Ginger Fizz specialty drinks were particularly welcomed libations in the searing heat. Guests of all ages were entertained by the talent of Lundy Cupp, a formidable pumpkin carver.

All funds from this fabulous fest go to underwrite complimentary access for 10,000 school children from across the Southeast to the wonder of Cheekwood, an opportunity they might not otherwise enjoy. CEO Jane MacLeod was on hand, along with her dedicated staff, ensuring the afternoon would be a smashing success. “You can’t help but be thrilled that all of these young families appreciate Cheekwood as much as the founding generation,” Jane acknowledged. From the looks of the Fall for Cheekwood afternoon, Jane has absolutely nothing to worry about!

Co-chairs Kailey Hand and Ashley Frist

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Anthony Belott, Kerry and Greg Marotta

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The Real Teal Chic Awearness spreads the word

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he fifth annual Chic Awearness celebrated its most successful year yet with another fashionable affair at Prima. The party, our city’s premier event for the fight against ovarian cancer, raises awareness about the disease and funds for T.J. Martell Foundation’s ovarian research program at the VanderbiltIngram Cancer Center. More than 200 guests filled the elegant restaurant for the night of fashion and fun.

Founder, chair and ovarian cancer survivor Marci Houff looked radiant in a teal, one-shoulder dress, and the majority of her committee — also survivors — made impressive statements in the color, which represents ovarian cancer awareness. Many guests joined in the unofficial dress code, sporting blue-green accessories, and even those without the hue could participate by sipping on the traditional cyan cocktail, the Butterfly Kiss. Everyone enjoyed a buffet filled with Prima’s enticing food — including teal macarons.

NewsChannel 5’s Carrie Sharp emceed the informative and touching program to an attentive audience. Ronald Alvarez, chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Vanderbilt Medical Center, spoke about the signs of ovarian cancer and how research for the disease is seriously underfunded. Then survivors Denice Hopper and Jayne Wochomurka shared their stories before the music cranked up and all eyes turned to the models, ovarian cancer survivors or family members of someone who had the disease, showing off the latest fall fashions from Levy’s.

Marci’s efforts to raise awareness have made an impact and earned her a welldeserved spot as one of our Model Behavior honorees this year. On Sept. 3, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge was lit a brilliant teal to kick off Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and to recognize Chic Awearness, and during Nashville Salon Week, more than 25 salons donated proceeds from services and products to the cause. The strongest proof of the hard work of Marci and these survivors to get the word out? This year’s Chic Awearness raised more than $100,000 for the T.J. Martell Foundation!

Angie Helbig, Chair Marci Houff, Portia Wells

Suzy and Chris Morrison, Brandon and Rachel Oliver

by Holly Hoffman photographs by eric england

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Steve Wernke and Tiffiny Tung, Bonnie Dow, Megan Barry, John Sloop

Todd Gash, Sandi London, Leah London, Webb White, Katie Lamb

Drew and Carolyn Goddard

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Staying Connected On a greenway at Dinner on the Bridge

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or the third time in 11 years, Dinner on the Bridge moved from its customary location on the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. This time, it wasn’t inclement weather — as the evening was perfect — but a pre-season Predators game that forced the change so throngs of hockey fans could trek across the bridge on their way to Bridgestone Arena. Adjacent Cumberland Park served as a splendid substitute at Greenways for Nashville’s signature event.

The riverfront location provided spectacular views of the downtown skyline, the bridges, the Cumberland River and the restored riparian plantings along its banks. Steve Sirls and Allen DeCuyper, Sandra Duncan, and Celeste Reed and Don Welch co-chaired the al fresco evening. Surveying the crowd, Steve (one of our Model Behavior honorees for his tireless work on behalf of Greenways for Nashville) shared that the party sold out once and then again after adding more tables, which brought the attendance to over 500 guests!

Everyone grabbed one last handful of Johnny Haffner’s potato chips before moving toward the amphitheater to hear remarks from board President Mark Deutschmann, President-elect Pete Wooten and Megan Barry, who applauded Greenways’ efforts in helping our city stay connected. Current construction on the I-440 Greenway was among the updates she shared. When complete, the 7-mile project will link six parks, create new green spaces and reconnect 14 diverse, historic neighborhoods divided by the interstate, thus making it the most recent example of how greenways are uniting our city. As if perfectly timed, the sun set just as people made their way to tables running down the East Bank Greenway where they would enjoy an exquisite threecourse meal prepared by Johnny. As the trio of desserts arrived, Mac Hardcastle jumped up to auction off a painting of the dinner, the Seigenthaler Bridge and city skyline that live event painter Heidi Schwartz had created over the course of the evening. One person may have left with the painting, but everyone left knowing they helped Nashville get a little more connected, the green way.

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Co-chairs Steve Sirls, Celeste Reed and Don Welch and Allen DeCuyper

by Holly Hoffman photographs by eric england

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Julie Walker, Adam and Julie Dretler

Ashley and Harrison Frist, Karyn Frist

Trish Munro, Betsy Wills, Laurie Eskind

Ken Kraft and Luci Crow, Ron Samuels

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On the Loose Partying after dark at the Nashville Zoo’s Sunset Safari

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he line outside the Patrons Party at Nashville Zoo’s Sunset Safari was growing by the minute, but it wasn’t full of guests patiently waiting for a drink at the bar or a bite of whatever tasty treat was being served up. No, the line that was forming wasn’t even leading into the tent where the posh VIP party was being held. It was a queue of fawning animal lovers desperate for a peek at the two adorable clouded leopard cubs who were waiting to greet guests as they arrived.

And these were not just any clouded leopard cubs. One of them, Niran, who was born at the Nashville Zoo in March, was the first clouded leopard cub to be conceived via IVF. The furry little celebrity was showing off for the crowd alongside his pal Kuso, another cub born around the same time.

Of course, this Nashville Zoo fundraiser isn’t only about the animals; there’s also fantastic food and drinks to sample from over 40 of the city’s best restaurants and breweries. The most challenging part of this event is plotting your course to maximize your consumption while also seeing as many of the animals on display before darkness falls and they retire for the night. (Yes, the food is great, but we always come back for the animals!) Fortunately, animal encounters were strategically placed to allow guests to visit with friendly critters from the zoo’s Animal Ambassador program as they made their way between tables manned by the chefs from restaurants like Adele’s, Silo, Moto, Vui’s Kitchen, and the recently opened Tànsuo˘ and The Mockingbird.

Out on the Festival Field, revelers sampled bites from two dozen restaurants before enjoying a turn in the new Soaring Eagle zip line, which is even more thrilling after dark. And those who ended the night at the Flamingo Lagoon were treated to a rare sight: the flamingos marching in unison to their den for the evening, signifying that this fabulous party was most certainly over.

Co-chairs Whitney Musser, Karly Hart, Barbara Hagood and Maxine Majors

Amy and Tim Smith, Katie Crumbo

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Dani Kates, Daisy King

Co-chair Ann Shepherd, Jere and Linda Ervin

Charlie Clark, Spencer Bowers, Austin Pennington, Co-chair Nancy Russell, Anne and Byrd Cain

Harriet McHenry, Lisa Manning

Fred and Debbie Cassetty, Beth Alexander

Autumn’s in the Air The Fall Harvest Dinner celebrates Cheekwood Harvest

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he signs of autumn enveloped guests as they entered Cheekwood for The Horticultural Society’s annual Fall Harvest Dinner. Pumpkins in all colors, shapes and sizes sat atop hay bales along the drive, surrounded by colorful blooms of chrysanthemums in yellow, orange and burgundy. Across from Cheekwood’s famed pumpkin house, co-chairs Nancy Russell and Ann Shepherd greeted dinner guests and ushered them onto the Rose Terrace for a packed cocktail hour.

The event, which is held every year to celebrate Cheekwood Harvest, shook things up a bit for their fifth anniversary. “It’s usually a country theme,” Nancy Russell explained, “but this year, we decided to make it a French country theme.

So instead of tasting bourbon, we’re tasting Champagne!”

The Champagne tasting in question drew quite a line as partygoers enjoyed miniature flutes of five different varieties. After sipping that much bubbly, it was fortunate the walk wasn’t too far to the massive communal tables lining the lawn of the Bradford Robertson Color Garden, which was bursting forth in autumnal hues, partnering with the sunset to create the most spectacular backdrop for this alfresco dinner.

Dancey Sanders and Patsy Weigel worked tirelessly on the décor, and their hard work paid off. The long tables were draped in emerald green tablecloths, topped with green and white toile runners, and dotted with small white pumpkins, votive candles and green foliage. As darkness blanketed the garden, the warm glow of string lights hanging overhead created the perfect ambiance for this congenial evening of conversation and culinary delights.

Dani Kates prepared the stellar three-course supper, which commenced with an arugula salad topped with grilled pears and a Gruyère soufflé. Continuing with the French theme, the entrée was boeuf en croûte with a red wine demi-glace, and finishing the night off on the sweetest of notes was a warm chocolate cake accompanied by salted caramel ice cream. After such a decadent meal, guests welcomed the opportunity to stretch their legs and enjoy the sights and sounds of Cheekwood Harvest one more time as they strolled back to their vehicles.

Joan Cheek, Jane MacLeod

Shirley Horowitz, Doreatha and André Churchwell, David Horowitz

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Holly Whaley, Kimberly Lewis

Alex Marks, Tom Morales

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Wine and Dine Ladies and gents come together for Champagne & Chardonnay and The Men’s Event

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h, yes, it was ladies’ night and the weather was right for the seventh annual Champagne & Chardonnay. Caroline and Brandon Jenkins opened their breathtaking Brentwood home to more than 200 women who came to indulge in the best sparkling and white wines while raising money for eight local cancer-fighting entities. Co-chairs Renée Chevalier and Rose Grindstaff welcomed everyone with a glass of Mercat Brut Cava NV, and while perusing the silent auction, all the ladies enjoyed bacon-wrapped prawn satay and bourbon barrel smoked salmon among other delicious offerings from G Catering & Events.

Empty glasses did not stay that way long thanks to The Wine Shoppe at Green Hills, which provided Pol Roger Réserve Brut NV, Ridolfi Sparkling Rosé NV, Domaine Gabriel et Paul Jouard Bourgogne Chardonnay 2014 and Prime Cellars Coombsville Chardonnay 2014 for the thirsty crowd. Of all the wines up for bidding, the sparkling star of the evening was undoubtedly the lot of six bottles of Piper-Heidsieck Rare 2002.

Meanwhile, at Prima, it was the quintessential guys’ night as a group of wineloving gentlemen came together for The Men’s Event, the perfect counterpart to Champagne & Chardonnay. Billed as a night to honor “the life and spirit of Billy Ray Hearn,” the event celebrates all of the things Billy Ray loved most: friendship, good conversation, great food and incredible wine.

And if there was any doubt that this event was catered for men, the menu was a carnivore’s dream featuring five courses of meat (lamb, quail, venison, beef tenderloin and strip loin). The smoked venison leg with cope’s corn, pearl onion petals and prune jus stole the show, with the Black by Black 2010 (that was paired with the grilled quail) causing everyone to long for another pour. The sold-out event was a smashing success and a reminder of how the Nashville Wine Auction is helping in the fight against cancer, one glass of wine at a time.

Co-chairs Renée Chevalier and Rose Grindstaff

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n excellent example of the work done by The Land Trust for Tennessee — and a big thank you to its supporters — is the annual Once in a Blue Moon party. Held at the nonprofit’s historic Glen Leven Farm, more than 500 guests came to celebrate its success and to raise funds for the preservation of private and public lands across the state.

During the Luminary Reception in the Glen Leven Farm house, patrons enjoyed an intimate set from Boy Named Banjo before taking self-guided tours of the pre-antebellum home. They ended up in the parlor where President and CEO Liz McLaurin announced that The Land Trust’s work with private landowners, conservation groups and government agencies has now helped conserve more than 120,000 acres of land.

A steady stream of cars heading toward the big tent let the group know it was time to join the fun. Chair-moons Stephanie Conner and Liz Willers stood near the entrance and welcomed the rush of attendees, many of whom proceeded to explore the working 65-acre farm, which includes a honeybee sanctuary and education garden.

Dinner officially began when honorary chair-moons Clare Armistead, Barbara Daane and Martin Brown Sr. led the customary singing of “God Bless America,” and Steve Fisher, who has donated a conservation easement to protect his family’s land, read the poem “The Gift of Gravity” by Wendell Berry. The seasonal menu from Catering & Events by Suzette included a salad of baby kale, grilled persimmons and Noble Springs Dairy feta as well as a two-for-one entrée of smoked pork sirloin medallions with honeysuckle chutney and pan sautéed local trout with citrus sorrel compound butter accompanied by fall-fresh sides.

Following another well-received performance by Boy Named Banjo, everyone made their way to the roaring bonfire to close out the night at the traditional marshmallow roast with the not-so-traditional ingredients of Olive and Sinclair chocolates and Bang Candy marshmallows.

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“I don’t get out for brunch much, but when I do, I go all out.

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“The dim sum cart is so much fun for brunch!”

“Bryan [Weaver] and his crew inject world flavors into some crazy delicious small plates.”

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“Andy Little’s menu is spoton. He prepares food that’s straightforward perfect brunch eating, and it always tastes better than it sounds!”

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“It’s close to my house, but it’s the most delicious, simple and well-executed brunch in the city.”

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“The space is beautiful, and the coffee is fantastic.”

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Tony recommends: Cold brew

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Jessica recommends: Cortado, shortbread cookie, egg and cheese biscuit

—Brandon Frohne, culinary director at Holler & Dash

Brandon recommends: Golden Monkey

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Otaku Ramen

“It’s just the perfect little spot with the most delicious foods.”

“It’s so different than anything else you can get for lunch, and it’s super crave-able.”

—Jessica Benefield, chef/partner at Two Ten Jack

Jessica recommends:

Smoked trout toast, country ham toast

—Tony Galzin, chef/owner at Nicky’s Coal Fired

Tony recommends: Spicy Miso ramen

Gray & Dudley

Monell’s

“While it is worthy of an amazing caliber dinner, the sandwiches are a great reason to visit for lunch.”

“There’s something really special about eating there with the communal table and all that food.

That place makes you happy.”

—Nathan Duensing, executive chef at Thompson Nashville

—Chris Cheung, executive chef/partner at Tànsuo˘

Nathan recommends:

Chrisrecommends:

GD Burger

Fried chicken, bacon, country ham, eggs

Nashville Farmers’ Market

Hot Diggity Dogs

Mas Tacos

Hugh-Baby’s

“Great people-watching, international food stalls and of course all the great produce when we’re in peak growing season.”

“When Hot Diggity Dogs opened up, I started taking my boys.

They love it. In fact, when I took them somewhere else, they refused to eat the hot dog because of their loyalty.”

“I feel good and well-loved after eating there. I find that those are the places I seek out: places that make me feel welcome and comfortable. Mas Tacos is high on that list.”

“Pat Martin recently brought the slugburger to Nashville, and I am officially in love! I can’t imagine a Friday now without my slugburger fix.”

—Levon Wallace, executive chef at Gray & Dudley

—Carey Bringle, pitmaster/owner at Peg Leg Porker

—Lisa Donovan, pastry chef/writer

Levon recommends:

Carey recommends:

Chauhan Ale & Masala House

Korea House

Pizza from Bella Nashville

“Chef Maneet is just the best.

She’s so genuine and welcoming — and talented!”

—Matt Farley, executive chef of TomKats Hospitality

Otaku Ramen

Lisa recommends:

Chicken tortilla soup, sweet plantains

—Matt Bolus, executive chef at The 404 Kitchen

Matt recommends:

Slugburger with fries, chocolate shake

Chicago Dog

“I love Korean food, and the family that runs this restaurant is the best.”

—Deb Paquette, executive chef/owner at Etch

Deb recommends:

Matt recommends:

Cold soba noodle cucumber soup

Funk Seoul Brother

Caviar & Bananas

Gol Guppa Shots

“B.J. [Lofback] and his team’s flavor profiles are always explosive and wonderful.”

—Kyle Patterson, executive chef at Sinema

Kyle recommends: Kimchi Crack Rice

“I’m a sucker for a good deli.”

—Sarah Gavigan, owner/executive chef at Little Octopus and Otaku Ramen

Sarah recommends: Chopped salad

Funk Seoul Brother

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Best Sandwiches& Burgers Hugh-Baby’s

“I don’t know why you need to go anywhere else for a hot dog or a cheeseburger in this town anymore when you go there and get them both in one spot.”

Husk

“Do you know of anyone else who would obsess to the lengths that Sean [Brock] did for a mere burger?

I don’t! What he has developed is nothing less than burger perfection.”

—Hal Holden-Bache, chef at Lockeland Table

—Matt Bolus, executive chef at The 404 Kitchen

Hal recommends:

Matt recommends:

Cheeseburger, hot dog

Cheeseburger, bologna sandwich

Riverside Grillshack

Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint

Gabby’s Burgers & Fries

“It’s the perfect summertime hangout.”

“Man, that’s a good burger [and] good beer selection.”

—Jess Lambert, chef de cuisine at Etc.

—Jessica Benefield, chef/partner at Two Ten Jack

“If I’m going burger, I love Gabby’s. I feel like Gabby’s does an amazing burger.”

Jessrecommends:

Grillshack burger with fries

Jessica recommends:

Double Cowboy (add jalapeños) with fries

—Trey Cioccia, chef/owner at The Farm House

Trey recommends: Cheeseburger

Robert’s Western World

“It’s hard to resist a Recession Special at Robert’s. Growing up in Sweden, I was not raised on bologna, but at Robert’s, it’s a must. Throw in some great honkytonk music and it’s a perfect Nashville night.”

—Marcus Samuelsson, chef/owner of Marcus Samuelsson Group

Marcusrecommends:

Brown’s Diner

“It serves a great burger at a reasonable price. It is a Nashville institution that has been in business since 1926; Brown’s is the real deal.”

—Carey Bringle, pitmaster/owner at Peg Leg Porker

Carey recommends: Cheeseburger with fries

M.L.Rose

Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint

“I always get the [El Hombre] with roasted poblanos, cream cheese, bacon and jalapeño pepper jelly from The Nashville Jam Co. It’s the perfect mix of smoky heat and sweetness.”

“I’d have to say the Martin’s cheeseburger is the best burger I’ve had in Nashville. Go early though because they will run out!”

—Brandon Frohne, culinary director at Holler & Dash

—Chris Cheung, executive chef/partner at Tànsuo˘

Brandon recommends:

Chrisrecommends:

Fried bologna sandwich

El Hombre

Clawson’s Pub & Deli

“They have a great meat and bread selection as well as an extensive list of fresh vegetable options.”

—Sean McTiernan, executive chef at Adele’s

Sean recommends:

The pastrami and swiss on marble rye

Cheeseburger

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Best Cocktails Skull’s Rainbow Room

“I love the classic feel of the space, and it is always consistently great.”

—Nathan Duensing, executive chef at Thompson Nashville

Nathan recommends:

The Mockingbird

City House

“Their cocktails are innovative, and I love to sit on the patio and enjoy this great weather.”

“I love great cocktails without any pretension.”

—Maneet Chauhan, TV personality and president of Morph Hospitality Group

Maneet recommends:

—Cassidee Dabney, executive chef at The Barn at Blackberry Farm

Cassidee recommends:

Urban Cowboy Public House

“The staff, drinks and food are always spot-on. The team they’ve assembled over there is insanely talented.”

—Jessica Benefield, chef/partner at Two Ten Jack

Any gin cocktail

Punchin' Bag

Jessica recommends:

Old-Fashioned

Michelada

The Farm House

The Mockingbird

Patterson House

“It holds a strong place in my heart because it is one of the first places my wife Kelly and I enjoyed together when we moved to Nashville. We were still living in a hotel when she found out about this amazing speakeasy, and we have loved it ever since.”

—Matt Bolus, executive chef at The 404 Kitchen

Matt recommends: Whiskey cocktail

Bastion

“I love the vibe, the music and the creative drinks.”

—Brandon Frohne, culinary director at Holler & Dash

Brandon recommends: Good God!, Dark and Stormy

The Farm House

Husk

“I’m not much of a drinker, but I have recently enjoyed a bourbon slush from The Farm House that was absolutely delicious and refreshing.”

“I love wasting an afternoon over a long lunch and drinks downstairs. They obviously have a deep whiskey list, but they also have a really fun wine list.”

—Hal Holden-Bache, chef at Lockeland Table

—Andy Little, chef/partner at Josephine and Prima

Hal recommends: Bourbon slush

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Something with Cheerwine as an ingredient

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Henrietta Red

“The ambience is really great in the dining room. Julia Sullivan’s cooking is spot-on, and I really appreciate that she has created a menu for vegetarians and for folks with other dietary issues.

It’s generous and thoughtful, and I think a lot of restaurants miss that point these days.”

The 404 Kitchen

“I’ve been a few times, and I’ve never been disappointed.”

—Cassidee Dabney, executive chef at The Barn at Blackberry Farm

—Lisa Donovan, pastry chef/writer

Cassidee recommends:

Lisa recommends:

Burrata, any pasta dish

Champagne, oysters

Henrietta Red

Lockeland Table

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Best Date-Night Spot Prima

“The food is extremely polished, and I appreciate all the details and effort that has gone into the restaurant to make it an exceptional meal.”

—Nathan Duensing, executive chef at Thompson Nashville

Nathan recommends: Beef tartare, duck breast

Bastion

“Josh Habiger does nothing less than amazing in every dish he produces! I honestly don’t even need to know what I am getting as long as I know he is the mastermind behind it.”

—Matt Bolus, executive chef at The 404 Kitchen

Matt recommends: Whatever is on the menu

Virago

The Mockingbird

“Andrew [Whitney] does great work, and the quality of the fish and the sushi is probably the best in Nashville.”

“The Mockingbird is fun and delicious. They put a whimsical spin on classic diner food.”

—Hal Holden-Bache, chef at Lockeland Table

Hal recommends:

—Brandon Frohne, culinary director at Holler & Dash

Brandon recommends: Tray Chic

Sushi

City House

Rolf and Daughters

“City House is one those restaurants where time just slows down when you’re there. Service and food are always top-notch, and I end up not wanting to leave every time I dine.”

“For fine dining, I go to Rolf and Daughters. The garganelli with heritage pork and the chicken liver pâté were pretty memorable.”

—Levon Wallace, executive chef at Gray & Dudley

Levon recommends:

—Chris Cheung, executive chef/partner at Tànsuo˘

Chrisrecommends:

Garganelli, chicken liver pâté

The Mockingbird Miel

Sunday Supper

Lockeland Table

Miel

“[Hal Holden-Bache] takes these amazing vegetables and this amazing meat from these local vendors and turns them into something that just tastes great.

You always know when you go there, you’re going to have a good meal.”

“They have a great patio, really good eats, and it’s not loud.”

—Deb Paquette, executive chef/owner at Etch

Deb recommends:

Bread and warm schmaltz, cheese plate

—Trey Cioccia, chef/owner of The Farm House

Trey recommends:

Chicken pâté, empanadas

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Best Dessert Pied Piper Creamery

“Hands down the best ice cream in town. I bounce around on flavor preference based on the weather, but their red velvet is always amazing.”

—Kyle Patterson, executive chef at Sinema

Kyle recommends:

City House

“Rebekah [Turshen] is so good!

And if I’m having dessert there, it means I’ve just finished a very amazing meal.”

Elliston Place Soda Shop

Bobbie’s Dairy Dip

“Just a great vintage-style soda shop. Great place to go and enjoy a nostalgic moment.”

—Jessica Benefield, chef/partner at Two Ten Jack

—Nathan Duensing, executive chef at Thompson Nashville

Jessica recommends:

Nathan recommends:

“If I go out for sweets, I am usually hunting for ice cream. I had the best banana chocolate chip milkshake of my life at Bobbie’s Dairy Dip with my kids.”

Cookie plate, cake

—Lisa Donovan, pastry chef/writer

Hot fudge banana sundae

Red velvet ice cream

Lisa recommends:

Banana chocolate chip milkshake

Etch

“Etch has my favorite desserts.

Megan Williams is crazy talented.”

—Jess Lambert, chef de cuisine at Etc.

Jessrecommends:

Chocolate hazelnut mousse

Elliston Place Soda Shop

Josephine

Arnold’s

Henley

Olive and Sinclair

“The desserts at Josephine are absolutely spectacular! They take chocolate to the next level of deliciousness.”

“I can’t leave Arnold’s without trying every pie they have.”

“Matt Clement’s desserts are creative and the perfect complement to chef RJ’s inventive menu.”

“I don’t have a dessert spot, but if I’m going to eat chocolate, I’m going to go see Scott at Olive and Sinclair, another local boy.”

—Tony Galzin, chef/owner at Nicky’s Coal Fired

—Trey Cioccia, chef/owner at The Farm House

Tony recommends:

Trey recommends:

—Maneet Chauhan, TV personality and president of Morph Hospitality Group

Maneet recommends: Dark chocolate mousse

—Marcus Samuelsson, chef/owner of Marcus Samuelsson Group

Marcusrecommends:

Lemon meringue pie, pecan pie

Anything

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Best Late-Night Eats Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint

“Pat Martin wrote the road map to my heart when he made that white sauce. He’s magic.”

“For late-night spots, Prince’s fried chicken is a game-changing fried chicken. Especially at 2 a.m., there’s pretty much nothing better.”

—Chris Cheung, executive chef/partner at Tànsuo˘

Chrisrecommends:

“I love that place, and it’s close to Greko, so we hit it after work sometimes.”

—Lisa Donovan, pastry chef/writer

—Bill Darsinos, co-owner/operator of Greko Greek Street Food

Lisa recommends:

Bill recommends:

Wings soaked in Alabama white sauce

Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack

Dino’s

Burger and a beer

Hattie B’s

Two Ten Jack

Fleet Street Pub

“What’s not to love about a hot chicken sandwich (or two) on the ride home from a long day at work?”

“Their garlic crab noodles just may be my favorite dish ever.”

“I love the chicken pie. Something about it reminds me of a dish my mom used to make when I was a kid.”

—Matt Bolus, executive chef at The 404 Kitchen

Matt recommends:

—Levon Wallace, executive chef at Gray & Dudley

Levon recommends: Garlic crab noodles

—Jess Lambert, chef de cuisine at Etc.

Jessrecommends: Chicken pie

Medium sandwich with fries, thigh quarter with mac and cheese and greens

Hot chicken

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What’s Next A look at the upcoming projects from four of Nashville’s most respected chefs

by Nancy Floyd, Holly Hoffman and Lauren Langston Stewart

Chef: Pat Martin

Chef: Aaron Clemins

How you know him: Pat is the owner and pitmaster of Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint, which now has four restaurants in the Nashville area, one in West Virginia and one in Kentucky.

How you know him: For 10 years, Aaron served as the sous chef at City House under James Beard Award winner Tandy Wilson.

What’s next: The pitmaster and restaurateur is throwing back to a simpler time

in an environment that prized food, beer and community. Once a settling place for Polish and German immigrants, Wisconsin’s food culture is heavily influenced

by Eastern European tradition. Aaron’s upbringing combined with his knack for regional cooking, gleaned from his time at City House, inspired the concept for Kuchnia & Keller. Kuchnia, the Polish word for kitchen, and keller, German for cellar, allude to the strong Eastern European influence behind the restaurant.

Drawing on the traditions of these cultures that have had a profound impact on many of our regional dishes (such as cakes and casseroles), Kuchnia & Keller strives for authentic flavors that are comforting and strangely familiar. Located in Germantown on Third Avenue North at Monroe Street — just around the corner from City House — it delivers an authentic neighborhood corner bar experience that provides a comfortable and inviting place for people to gather and unwind.

with his new venture, Hugh-Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop, a casual eatery in West Nashville named for Pat’s uncle, a man who loved Southern cooking and time with family. Housed in a former Mrs. Winner’s (that was most recently home to Porter Road Butcher West), the restaurant focuses on simplicity, authenticity and freshness for its straightforward menu of burgers, barbecue, hot dogs, fries and shakes. The menu features comforting classics, like traditional cheeseburgers and barbecue pork sandwiches, alongside jazzed up versions of the American staples, such as the shroom and swiss burger, a barbecue bologna sandwich, a chili cheese dog and the slugburger (a deep-fried pork and soy patty only served on Fridays).

Inspired by roadside diners and dives throughout Tennessee and Mississippi, Hugh-Baby’s transports guests back to an era gone by, when food was served fresh, never frozen, and Southern hospitality was always in abundant supply.

What to expect: Outfitted in red and teal, the restaurant has a relaxed diner vibe

that feels both retro and modern. After customers order from the counter, food is served atop silver trays with sandwiches piled high with toppings, fries pouring out of cardboard containers and milkshakes capped with peaks of fluffy whipped cream. There’s ample seating inside and on a small covered patio in front of the restaurant, complete with a kids’ play area. Despite the fact that Hugh-Baby’s has a fast food feel, everything on the menu is prepared with precision and care. The beef for the burgers is ground fresh daily; french fries are hand-cut each morning; milkshakes are hand-spun to order, and the barbecue is smoked overnight using classic Memphis traditions. “It’s simple, yet our standards of execution are high,” Pat says. “This is simple, fresh food on a fast service model. It appeals to everyone, and we’re going to work our tails off to serve the best food we can every day.”

Hugh-Baby’s

4816 Charlotte Ave. hughbabys.com Opening date: August 2017

What’s next: Hailing from Milwaukee, Aaron was raised

What to expect: A long wraparound bar, milk glass globe fixtures and a barreled ceiling provide the ideal amalgam of a German beer hall, corner bar and cozy fine dining locale while the menu blends Eastern European cuisine and culinary techniques — think: Russia, Hungary, Ukraine and the Czech Republic in addition to Poland and Germany — with Midwestern influences like smoked meats, a variety of breads, and fermented and pickled vegetables. Aaron is most excited for the Moldovan cheese twist, which achieves a balance of the familiar and unfamiliar.

The layered dough with garlic, parsley, salt and pepper is cooked in cast iron for the perfect combination of crispy and flaky. Expect an evolving menu from Aaron and his longtime friend and sous chef, Mark Shelton, featuring the best of what each season has to offer — including ingredients from Bear Creek and Turnbull Creek farms — as well as items such as kielbasa, sauerkraut and potato pancakes, which are fixtures on the menu.

Kuchnia & Keller

1300 Third Ave. N. kuchniaandkeller.com Opening date: October/November 2017

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Chef: Trey Cioccia

Chef: Matt Bolus

How you know him: Trey has been the owner and executive chef of The Farm House since it opened in 2013.

How you know him: Matt has been the executive chef of The 404 Kitchen since it opened in 2013.

What’s next: The Black Rabbit, Trey’s new venture, adds

What’s next: The James Beard Award-nominated restaurant is moving into the former Watermark building in the Gulch, right across the street from its current location. The move is a major upgrade to the restaurant, which currently only has 40 seats in the dining room and a kitchen that’s a mere 196 square feet. The new space boasts an 80-seat dining room, 60-seat bar and 60-seat private dining room, plus multiple patio areas and a lounge. Matt, a whiskey connoisseur who currently offers 450 types from around the world, is understandably most excited about the spacious new bar.

“Downstairs is going to be the most epic bar I’ve ever seen,” he says. “It’s going to be outstanding, and it’ll be food I haven’t done in years. It’s going to super fun, playful food.” And in case you thought 450 whiskeys was enough, it’s not. “We’re definitely getting more whiskeys,” he says with a big grin.

a fresh element to going out. His enthusiasm for delicious food and interesting drinks combined with his keen interest in history has resulted in this sophisticated gathering spot in Printers Alley. Black Rabbit honors the district’s heyday while embracing 21st century tastes with its small plates, canapés and creative cocktails. The restaurant retains the 16-foot ceilings and original pine floors of the 1890s building that was once law offices. It seats 122 people with room for another 25 on the patio. From 3-7 p.m., Monday through Friday, Docket Hour is a perfect stop after work or before a show, featuring specials on vodka cocktails and Old-Fashioneds. In lieu of televisions, a restored baby grand piano from 1918 is the hub for live music in the evenings. With a rich history, great music and menu of updated classics, Black Rabbit is a place where people can come and socialize, or as Trey best describes it, “a place where you put your cellphone down and enjoy your friends.”

What to expect: The building’s history played a large role in selecting the décor.

Black Rabbit’s welcoming air comes from classic cigar chairs, rich jewel-tone velvet and warm globe lamps that complement the original brick walls. Mirrors over the bar and booths add to the cozy setting. In another vintage touch, the approachable cocktail menu lines up familiar classics opposite inventive revisions. “It allows guests to try something they may not normally be inclined to order … The base idea of our revision is a small deviation from their norm,” says Troy Smith, the wine and beverage director. As executive chef, Trey created a menu that ranges from canapés to caviar — literally. Black Rabbit is Nashville’s only restaurant to offer full caviar service, served in crystal bowls with custommade spoons. More touches that harken back to the alley’s history are small plates and what Trey refers to as “pinches” ranging from rustic (boiled peanuts) to polished ( foie gras). The Rabbit Roll, a rabbit terrine served on house-made rolls, is the delectable signature item absolutely worth ordering.

Black Rabbit

218 Third Ave. N. blackrabbittn.com Opening date: November 2017

What to expect: Longtime fans of The 404 Kitchen need not fear any major

changes to the menu. “We’re not going to change what we do,” Matt says. “The reason we’re where we are is because of how we do things now. We’re just going to increase that.” While the culinary team will continue to focus on modern European cuisine that’s locally and seasonally driven, the larger space allows for cooking equipment and techniques that haven’t been possible before due to space restrictions. Matt is currently working on plans for a 72-hour cooked steak and whole-bird fried chicken served family style. He also wants to add a more communal dining experience on Sundays. “Sunday supper is important for me at home,” he says. “I want to be able to do that for our guests.” Meanwhile, the bar will feature its own menu of approachable and playful foods, including a cold fried chicken sandwich, a “killer Slim Jim” and a favorite from Matt’s Knoxville upbringing: the Petro, a comforting combination of Fritos, chili, jalapeños, tomatoes, cheese, black olives and sour cream.

The 404 Kitchen

507 12th Ave. S. the404nashville.com/kitchen Opening date: Mid-November 2017

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“My mom had this elaborate story that my dad had gone to the neighbors’ [house]. We were supposed to go to a party that night, but Robert suggested we stop by his parents’ [house] first. We walked in and my entire family was there to celebrate. It was such a great surprise.”

They married on April 29 at Church of the Holy Spirit in Louisville with the Rev. Gary Glenn Davis officiating. The wedding music was by harpist Louisa Woodson, organist Mark Walker, trumpeter Stacy Simpson and cantor Sarah Cleary. Country

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“We married in the same church where my parents and both sets of my grandparents married,” said Janie. “We both got to have our grandmothers walk down the aisle before my dad and I did. The Rolfes were nice enough to lend me their family veil, worn by both Robert’s mother and grandmother. It was a gorgeous cathedral-length veil.”

The reception was at the Speed Art Museum where the bride declared the decorations were the museum itself. “We wanted to keep things clean and have the museum stand out. We combined orchids with crisp white calla lilies and some hydrangeas.”

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The Time of Your Life played music for dancing, and Hollis Starks helped plan the event.

After a few days at Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, North Carolina, the couple returned to Nashville where Janie is an account manager at Premier Packaging and Robert is an associate at Brentwood Capital Advisors. She is a graduate of University of Kentucky, and he is an alumnus of The University of Alabama. Their parents are Jane and David Walker and Kathy and Bobby Rolfe.

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The new boy, cute though he may be, appears to be tone deaf, but your friend may have a hearing problem as well. Talk about politics, religion and your own anatomy doesn’t belong at the table. Maybe you can write it off as him being a newcomer, but maybe he won’t be coming around again.

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Party note: Honoring Patricia Hart Tariff: $275-500 per patron, $175 per person Info: cherishthenight.org

01 What: Shop Save Support

For: Junior League When: Nov. 1-19 Where: Participating retailers Tariff: $40 per card Info: jlnashville.org

09 What: La Bella Notte Tango

Patrons Party For: Nashville Opera Guild When: Thurs., Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Noah Liff Opera Center Co-chairs: Melissa Mosteller and Katya Kovalchuk Tariff: $250 per person Info: nashvilleopera.org/ labellanotte

For: Nashville Public Library Foundation When: Fri., Nov. 3, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Home of Keith and Jon Meacham Chair: Anna Windrow Party note: Special guest Phil Bredesen; music by Kix Brooks Tariff: $850 per person Info: nplf.org/events/literaryaward-gala

02 What: The Story Behind

the Smiles For: Interfaith Dental Clinic When: Thurs., Nov. 2, 7 a.m.

Where: Woodmont Christian Church Co-chairs: Chip Alford and Jim Crafton Tariff: Gratis Info: interfaithdentalclinic.com/ smilenashville

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What: Thanksgiving Luncheon For: Renewal House When: Thurs., Nov. 2, 12 p.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Hotel Tariff: $250 suggested donation Info: renewalhouse.org What: Love the Lake, Love the Land Patrons Party For: Friends of Radnor Lake and The Chestnut Group When: Thurs., Nov. 2, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Walter Criley Visitor Center Party note: Invite only Info: chestnutgroup.org What: Cherish the Night

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Where: Houston Station Co-chairs: Jillian Frist, Rick Hart, LaRawn Scaife Rhea and Sperry Simmons

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What: An Evening With Friends For: Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt When: Fri., Nov. 3, 7 p.m.

Where: Loveless Barn Co-chairs: Kira Roberts and Kristi Skeeters Tariff: $500 per patron couple, $75 per person Info: childrenshospital. vanderbilt.org

What: Wine Down Main Street 04 For: Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee When: Sat., Nov. 4, 7 p.m.

Where: Main Street in Franklin Tariff: $125-200 per VIP, $85 per person, $35 per designated driver Info: winedownmainstreet.com

For: Nashville Public Library Foundation When: Sat., Nov. 11, 10 a.m.

Where: Montgomery Bell Academy Party note: Featuring Elizabeth Gilbert in conversation with Ann Patchett Tariff: Gratis Info: nplf.org/events/literaryaward-gala

For: Boy Scouts of America When: Thurs., Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Nissan Stadium Tariff: $100 per person, $50 per young professional Info: mtcbsa.org

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For: Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation, CASA and Family & Children’s Service When: Wed., Nov. 1, 6 p.m.

Where: Home of Anne and Joe Russell Info: nashvillethetas.org

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01 What: Bal d’Hiver Patrons Party

When: Fri., Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m.

Where: The Bell Tower Tariff: $150 per VIP, $100 per person Info: crohnscolitisfoundation.org

What: Christmas Village

10 For: Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts When: Nov. 10-12 Where: The Fairgrounds Nashville Tariff: $8-10 per person, gratis per child 9 and under Info: christmasvillage.org

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What: Joe Kraft Humanitarian Award Luncheon For: The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee When: Fri., Nov. 10, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Music City Center Party note: Honoring Jerry Williams Tariff: $80 per person Info: cfmt.org

What: Harvest Moon

11 For: Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee When: Sat., Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Loveless Barn Co-chairs: Debra Taylor and Lynne Warne Tariff: $250 per person Info: secondharvestmidtn.org/ harvestmoon What: Nashville Jewish Film

11 Festival Closing Night Dinner For: Gordon Jewish Community Center When: Sat., Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Gordon Jewish Community Center Party note: Screening of The Exception at 8 p.m.

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10 What: An Evening of Laughter and Song For: Mother to Mother When: Fri., Nov. 10, 7 p.m.

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What: Literary Award Gala For: Nashville Public Library Foundation When: Sat., Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Main Library Co-chairs: Denine Torr and Laura Anne Turner Party note: Honoring Elizabeth Gilbert Tariff: $600 per person Info: nplf.org/events/literary-award-gala

What: Best Dressed Ball For: American Cancer Society When: Sat., Nov. 11, 7 p.m.

Where: Marathon Music Works Co-chairs: Adam Will and Jason Putnam Tariff: $250 per person Info: acsnashvillegala.org What: Light Up the Night For: T.J. Martell Foundation

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What: Red Ribbon Breakfast For: Nashville Cares When: Thurs., Nov. 16, 7:30 a.m.

Where: Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Party note: Invite only Tariff: Gratis Info: nashvillecares.org What: Leadership Award Dinner For: Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee When: Thurs., Nov. 16, 6 p.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Hotel Party note: Honoring Colleen Conway-Welch Tariff: $300 per person Info: nashvillecares.org

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For: Nashville Fashion Alliance When: Thurs., Nov. 16, 6 p.m.

Where: Marathon Music Works Tariff: $300-400 per patron, $200-300 per person Info: nashvillefashionalliance. com/nfahonors What: An Evening of Promise

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What: Taste For: Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce When: Sun., Nov. 19, 5 p.m.

Where: Nissan Stadium West Club Tariff: $90 per person Info: nashvillelgbtchamber.org

23 What: Boulevard Bolt

For: 42 nonprofit agencies When: Thurs., Nov. 23, 8 a.m.

Where: St. George’s Episcopal Church Tariff: $40-70 per person Info: boulevardbolt.org What: Bal d’Hiver

24 For: Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation, CASA and Family & Children’s Service When: Fri., Nov. 24, 6 p.m.

Where: Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Co-chairs: Kim Harvey Looney and Carla Nelson Party note: Invite only Info: nashvillethetas.org What: Night of Lights

28 For: Alive Hospice

When: Tues., Nov. 28, 6 p.m.

Where: Alive Hospice Residence Tariff: $40 per luminary Info: alivehospice.org

29 What: Cocktail Supper

For: Oz Arts Nashville When: Wed., Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Home of Esen and Cano Ozgener Party note: Renée Fleming in conversation with Ann Patchett Tariff: $600-850 per person Info: ozartsnashville.org

30 What: Belmont Christmas Patrons Party For: Belmont Mansion When: Thurs., Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Home of Allen DeCuyper and Steve Sirls Info: belmontmansion.com

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The Heritage Foundation has been saving places that matter since 1967. After downtown Franklin and surrounding residential districts were placed on the National Register of Historic Places, the group continued preserving historic buildings. One important example is the Hearn-Givens-McNeely House, which the Foundation rescued from demolition by moving it from Fifth Avenue to Ninth Avenue and West Main Street in 1981. Today, preservation enthusiasts Sharon and John McNeely live in the historic home. For 45 years, the Heritage Ball has raised awareness and funds so that the Heritage Foundation can continue to protect and preserve the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of Franklin and Williamson County for future generations.

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