Hats Off to High Hopes

HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hats Off to High Hopes

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RACHEL CUNNINGHAM

WHO: High Hopes Development Center | highhopesforkids.org WHAT: Hats Off to High Hopes WHERE: Graystone Quarry WHY: Hats Off to High Hopes is the acme of all things High Hopes! The event was held for High Hopes members to "tip their hats" to all the hard work of the staff and the children they serve! High Hopes guests enjoyed a multi-course dinner and live entertainment from comedian Henry Cho.

Angela & Jesse Lee Mindy Tate & Lynn Maddox

Brandy Blanton, Shawn Aswad & Ondrea Johnson Rob & Hilary Ehlers Caitlin & John Bond Erik & Sondra Hale Hilary Robertson & MaryBeth Cloud

Callie & Don Alexander Haley Martin & Shelby Waltermire Brooke Powers, Cindy Brown, Allie Vigunas & Chelsea Faught

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UNDER CONTRACT

304 BERRY CIRCLE

FRANKLIN

4 BEDS • 4/1 BATHS 4,367 SQ FT

$2,800,000

UNDER CONTRACT

8263 HEIRLOOM BOULEVARD

COLLEGE GROVE

4 BEDS • 5/1 BATHS 4,650 SQ FT

$2,650,000

4455 IVAN CREEK DRIVE

FRANKLIN

24.00 ACRES

$1,500,000

Sips for the season

WITH COAL TOWN PUBLIC HOUSE

e love to gather with friends and family during the holidays, but we also love when we can leave the hosting to the professionals! Coal Town Public House appeared on the Williamson County restaurant scene last year and we have quickly become one of the top dining destinations for celebrities, foodies and locals alike.

So, without further ado, here are some of our holiday season cocktails along with an interview with our General Manager and Cocktail Curator, Ryan Donahue. Enjoy!

Winter Revival

We love sangria this time of year because it is such a fun and delicious way to incorporate seasonal ingredients.

KEY INGREDIENTS red wine, sparkling wine, honey, cherry and lemon

Espresso Martini

The perfect way to kick off your night – or catch a second wind!

KEY INGREDIENTS espresso liqueur, rum and cream

Bourbon Coconut Milk Punch

Not traveling this holiday? This is a tropical holiday vacation in a glass!

KEY INGREDIENTS bourbon, pineapple, coconut milk, vanilla and lemon

Pomegranate Ginger Paloma

A fruity festive take on a classic! Two parts of high-proof tequila make this a sip with a kick!

KEY INGREDIENTS blanco tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice and ginger beer

Barrel-Aged Negroni

A sophisticated classic with a modern twist. The gin lends a juniper note that marks the season with a woodsy undertone.

KEY INGREDIENTS barrel-aged gin, campari and sweet vermouth

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY, AND WHAT INFLUENCED YOU TO MAKE IT A CAREER? Hospitality and the restaurant life were a big part of my upbringing. My mother always worked in restaurants and to me, there was nothing better than spending time with her at work and watching the action. The sounds of a bustling bar and busy kitchen were music to my ears, and the regulars were my extended family. She gave me my first job at age thirteen in her pizza place - washing dishes for $20 a night! I think she was trying to steer me away from the business but it had the opposite effect on me. Here I am, nineteen years later, still finding romance in it. Working at Coal Town Public House is so special and reminiscent of when I was young because of my connections with the guests and staff. Being a part of a

MEET RYAN DONAHUE, GENERAL MANAGER & COCKTAIL CURATOR

particular moment whether it’s a date night or an anniversary with our guests – that’s where the meaning is.

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO FRANKLIN? After living in Las Vegas for quite a few years, I was looking for a change of scenery and somewhere that brought me closer to my family up North. Franklin sounded like a great spot, so I took a chance! Six years later and I’ve got a great career, a beautiful wife and we have a family of our own!

YOUR SEASONAL DRINK MENUS ARE ALWAYS SO COLORFUL AND EXCITING! TELL US ABOUT HOW YOU GET INSPIRED TO PUT THE MENU TOGETHER. Truthfully, I get a lot of inspiration from my staff. Blending their fresh ideas with classic techniques and a few of my old favorites tends to be the recipe for success.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT WORKING AT COAL TOWN PUBLIC HOUSE DURING THE HOLIDAYS? The people! We love to go all-out this time of year and try to spread holiday cheer to as many guests as possible! Helping our guests celebrate such a special time of year with friends and family is a great feeling. Planning cocktail parties or helping with details for a private dinner is one of my favorite parts of what I do!

Located in the Westhaven Town Center 187 Front Street | Franklin, TN 37064 coaltownpublichouse.com

BARREL- AGED NEGRONI

Ring in

INGREDIENTS barrel-aged empress gin, campari, sweet vermouth

DESCRIPTION: This is a sophisticated classic with a modern twist. The gin lends juniper note that marks the season with a woodsy undertone.

ESPRESSO MARTINI

INGREDIENTS ch distillery espresso liqueur gustoso aged rum cream DESCRIPTION: The perfect way to kick off your night (or catch ' a second wind!

POMEGRANATE GINGER PALOMA

with us!

INGREDIENTS RESERVE YOURgran dovejo high proof blanco tequila NEW YEAR’Spomegran lime juice EVEate juice EXPERIENCE NOWginger beer !

DESCRIPTION: A fruity festive take on a classic! 2 parts high proof tequila make this a sip with kick! TO RESERVE: WWW.COALTOWNPUBLICHOUSE.COM

Make this historic home YOURS for the holidays

409 MADISON CT. FRANKLIN TN $1,850,000

MAIN HOME 4,480 SQ FT. CARRIAGE HOUSE 699 SQ FT.

The Hodge-Lancaster home sits atop a hill in Franklin, TN surrounded by over an acre of property. This gorgeous landmark, formerly known as the Sullivan House, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and its past reads like a Franklin history book. This picturesque property includes 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, original millwork, 6 unique fireplaces, heart of pine flooring, operational transoms above doorways and a carriage house. The restoration of this home earned awards for both Preservation of the Year and top honors for residential preservation by the Heritage Foundation.

Jennifer Bickerstaff

Broker M: 615.504.2118 | O: 615.475.5616 jennifer.bickerstaff@compass.com

Cliff O’Sullivan

Affiliate Broker M: 615.498.4871 | O: 615.475.5616 cliff.osullivan@compass.com

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