Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2016 i Nashville Lifestyles Magazine

The annual Harding Art Show, set for May 5 through 7, will showcase exciting finds for everyone—from those looking for new home decor to those who simply want to support the arts. In addition to pieces by 70 artists from across the country, the fine art sale will boast three featured artists—Herb Williams, Alex Beard, and Adrien Saporiti—for the first time in its 40-year history. “We felt like the show has a very wide variety of styles of art, of mediums, and of price points, and we wanted to make sure our selection of featured artists reflected that diversity,” says co-chair Meggin Grobmyer. Over the years, the event has raised more than $2.5 million for the academy’s student programs, facilities, and arts education. The show also incorporates initiatives to benefit…

Beginning May 27, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts shows off a sleek new collection in Bellissima! The Italian Automotive Renaissance, 1945–1975. Produced during the post–World War II economic revival, the assembly of Italian coach-built cars, concept cars, and motorcycles includes stunners by Alfa Romeo, Bizzarrini, Ducati, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lancia, and Maserati. If you’re keen on rare items with four wheels, keep an eye out for the Alfa Romeo BAT models 5, 7, and 9 from the 1950s and a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. Guest curator Ken Gross returns to the Frist after his 2013 hit presentation, Sensuous Steel: Art Deco Automobiles, to present these influential examples of advanced automotive design. (The Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, 615-244-3340; fristcenter.org)…

With New York City’s The Moth storytelling nights burrowing unexpectedly deep into the national consciousness via podcasts and public radio—and a spinoff show at Oz Arts Nashville this month—it’s no surprise that Music City’s own literary performance community has grown considerably over the past few years. The scene was jumpstarted in 2012, when Chuck Beard, a Bowling Green transplant and owner of East Side Story bookstore, launched his own version of a local storytelling platform. A William Faulkner aficionado who possesses a flair for the Southern literary tradition, Beard says that East Side Story produced a synergy of cross-platform creativity; once his shop was up and running, Beard started East Side Storytellin’ as a bimonthly live outreach of the East Nashville literary hub. “It’s the universal cause-and-effect where authors didn’t…

In this hardcover, Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter, photographer, and longtime local Kate York joins London-based photographer Sonya Jasinski for a behind-the-scenes look into the lives of some of Music City’s biggest names—think Kacey Musgraves, Nathan Followill, and Little Big Town. York and Jasinski spent three years snapping more than 60 hitmakers in their most raw and intimate moments: at home, backstage, on the road, and in the studio. The featured artists also share their stories of making music in Nashville. (On sale May 3)…

“My design inspiration came from nature—rich golds and reds found in fall leaves, warm browns and blacks from the smoothest of granites, and soothing blues seen in the glassy waters of Capri.” —Jonathan Savage Whether he’s jet-setting to the homes of clients in other parts of the country or working his magic on local dwellings here in Nashville, interior designer Jonathan Savage is always hunting for inspiring ideas—especially ones that allow him to collaborate. During a recent search for a pattern that was contemporary but also held historical context, he reached out to Sebastian Varney, president of the New York-based textile design firm Carleton V. Ltd. Varney suggested a design that had been created in the 1940s by interior designer Dorothy Draper called Shatter; Savage and Varney have reintroduced the…

Family owned and operated, Keke’s Dog Bakery & Boutique offers top-quality chew toys, collars, bowls, grooming supplies, and other retail products. With a focus on nutrition, Keke’s guarantees the best for your dog’s diet with all-natural and organic foods in dry, canned, dehydrated, raw, and freeze-dried form. Their recently opened bakery pampers your pup with more than 90 original cookie recipes and flavor varieties, including sweet potato, Parmesan cheese, blueberry cheesecake, and cinnamon pumpkin. (900 Seaboard Ln., Ste. 800, Brentwood, 615-364-7766; shopkekes.com)…

If you’re accustomed to spending May 5 tanking up on margaritas and tacos, consider this: Mexicans hardly pay attention to what they consume on the day that marks the victory of their nation’s militia against the French army at the Battle of Puebla. “I was doing what a kid wants to do, mostly playing soccer, but slowly, it was the other thing, the food, that I ended up falling in love with.” “It’s become overrated here in the States,” admits Bajo Sexto chef Kaelin Ulrich Trilling, who hails from Oaxaca. “At home, Cinco de Mayo is just another normal day when we tend to eat regular food,” he adds. Still, Trilling admits, with all the revelry, it’s become a great excuse to return to his roots by cooking traditional Mexican…

“We consider Little Donkey to be more than just a Mexican restaurant. It’s a neighborhood bar and grill, and this is a neighborhood we definitely wanted to be a part of.” When searching for a third location for the Southern-inspired Mexican restaurant Little Donkey, operating partner Josh Gentry considered more than 15 potential spots, from Atlanta to Denver. He landed in Germantown. “We consider Little Donkey to be more than just a Mexican restaurant,” Gentry says. “It’s a neighborhood bar and grill, and this is a neighborhood we definitely wanted to be a part of.” A Fresh Hospitality concept, the fast-casual eatery sits in the same building as Cochon Butcher and Juice Bar, completing a triumvirate of welcoming dining establishments. Like its neighbors, Little Donkey has a layout that’s spacious…

Southern Pacific Courtesy of Matt Bolus, Travis Brazil, and Galen Johnson of The 404 Kitchen 2 oz. Akashi White Oak Whisky Blenheim ginger ale Pour whiskey over ice in a highball glass. Top with ginger ale and garnish with a blood orange wheel. Geido Courtesy of Ben Clemons of Otaku Ramen 11/ 2 oz. Hibiki Harmony 11/ 2 oz. Pellegrino 1/ 2 -inch-wide strip of lemon zest Pour whiskey over a large-format ice cube or sphere in a highball or Old Fashioned glass. Top with Pellegrino and express lemon oil over the top of the drink. Mr. Roboto Courtesy of Shannon Melidis of Two Ten Jack 11/ 2 oz. Afrohead 7 Year Old Rum 1/ 2 oz. Akashi White Oak 1/ 4 oz. sorghum syrup (1:1 ratio of sorghum and…

BMW CENTER OF EXCELLENCE BMW of North America, LLC has announced its annual Center of Excellence honors. BMW of Nashville has earned this distinction for 2016 by demonstrating consistently superior performance, with a combination of sales leadership and customer satisfaction that placed them at the very top among BMW dealers. Visit bmwofnashville.com . ASHBLUE GIFTS, JEWELRY, FURNISHINGS It’s wedding and charity gala season! AshBlue has the perfect accessories for any event on your calendar. Unique clutches from Wilbur & Gussie and stunning jewelry from Bounkit will complete your look. Visit ashblue.com  for more information. DURHAM FARMS HENDERSONVILLE, TN The relaxed, small-town lifestyle brings neighbors together at Durham Farms, and so does the community-wide culture of healthy living. Amenities include trails, parks, playgrounds, open spaces, a…

“The highlight of my career so far has been bringing ideas to life. It’s hard to get any idea off the ground, but I love the process of seeing something come to life. It’s incredibly rewarding.” Age: 39 Star power: As a kid who didn’t exactly excel in academics, Cowart wasn’t always sure of his path. Once he discovered art—and later photography—he knew he’d found his calling. But even this confident shooter can get a little camera-shy. “I still get starstruck,” he says. “The first time was when I got to photograph Sting—I was a blubbering, dorky mess. Recently, I was on set with Oprah and Tyler Perry. That was definitely a ‘made it’ moment.” Finding his purpose: Cowart’s latest gig has him stepping out from behind the camera and…

“We’re trying to branch out constantly so that it becomes more of a lifestyle podcast than just a writing podcast.” The weekly podcast drDOCTOR isn’t about medicine, and it doesn’t feature any actual doctors. Hosted by Nashville resident Luke Wiget and Los Angeles resident Sam Farahmand, drDOCTOR specializes in all things writing. The pair met while working on their MFAs in creative writing at The New School in New York City and started drDOCTOR as a reading series and podcast in 2014. With zero MDs or PhDs between them, the name originated as a tongue-in-cheek response to their then-newly appointed teaching positions following graduation. (A third “doctor,” Mila Jaroniec, based in Akron, Ohio, serves as managing editor.) A 2015 move to Nashville for Wiget and Los Angeles for Farahmand meant…

In Nashville, you don’t need to be a celebrity to have instant access to your own glam squad. Stylist On Call, a new service that launched this past winter, connects you with a number of local stylists at the push of a button. Just download the free app and select the date, time, and location (including Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Hendersonville, Hermitage, and Mount Juliet), and Stylist On Call will connect you with available hair and makeup professionals nearby. You can even make same-day appointments. The app comes from publicity veteran Jules Wortman, who has spent more than 20 years working with celebrities and major brands. She says she saw a need for Hollywood-level hair and makeup close to home. “Nashville is one of the hottest cities today,” she says. “Not…

Did you know your smile could be exposing your age rather than making you appear younger? Most patients believe that tooth color is the most important aspect of their smile. But truthfully, color is usually the least important component. The size, position, angulations and length are actually more important features. With proper planning, it is possible to not only have a new smile, but to take years off your facial appearance. How? Most people who see a traditional cosmetic or general dentist receive advice about their teeth. But what about your facial structure? By ignoring the facial structure and only addressing your teeth, you could be missing out on the most important element when it comes to an age-defying outcome. Time greatly impacts your face and smile in many ways.…

Allow 22 leading interior designers hailing from three states to inspire you from May 12 through 27 at the third O’More Show House. This year, four decades of O’More alumni (plus a few others) have completely restored a brick and stucco Craftsman-style home built in 1919 on Franklin’s historic Main Street; each participating designer tackled one room or area inside. Proceeds from the show traditionally go directly back to the nonprofit design school. In 2015, O’More utilized the previous year’s Show House proceeds, almost $100,000, to restore the historic Berry House, which sits on the O’More campus and is now the home of the college’s School of Interior Design. The 2016 project is sponsored by PARKS real estate firm and is expected to see its largest attendance to date. (Tickets…

Talented photographer and Nashville Lifestyles contributor Mandy Whitley has refocused her professional efforts on capturing “pets and their people.” An avid animal lover—she has five rescues and works with several foster agencies in town—she specializes in pet portraits for every occasion. Whether it’s an engagement session, wedding, or annual Christmas card, Whitley is skilled at bringing out the distinct personality of each pet as well as the joy they bring to their owners. (615-934-6594; mandywhitleyphotography.com)…

THE PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER OF NASHVILLE Best friends and business partners Drs. Mary Gingrass and Melinda Haws have continued to gain notoriety in Nashville as remarkably gifted, board-certified plastic surgeons. Both doctors enjoy an exceptionally busy breast and body contouring practice in the rapidly growing Nashville market, with 2015 being a record year for the business. Having the only practice to feature two female board-certified plastic surgeons, Gingrass and Haws have been able to successfully build a highly reputable plastic surgery practice, offering both surgical and non-surgical services. Drs. Gingrass and Haws first met when Gingrass was a first-year resident at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and Haws a third-year medical student. Their friendship was immediate. “Since we were peons together, we became best friends,” Gingrass says with a…

Trilling says the best way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo is to simply cook like a Mexican. Here, he offers up a traditional ceviche that’s perfect for spring. Ceviche Yucateco Courtesy of Kaelin Ulrich Trilling, Bajo Sexto Taco Serves 2 1 lb. fresh snapper or grouper filet, cut into small cubes 1/ 4 c. julienned red onions 3 c. freshly squeezed lime juice 1/ 4 c. of diced mangoes 1 Tbsp. diced roma tomato 1 Tbsp. diced habanero (remove seeds and veins) 1/ 4 c. cilantro leaves 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Sea salt to taste Place snapper in a bowl; add onions and lime juice, mix well, and cover with plastic wrap, pressing the plastic down so that it touches the liquid and seals the bowl. Refrigerate for…

Most major food cities can boast at least one legacy restaurant—the historical dining room that still proudly offers formal service and a kitchen packed with pedigreed chefs. In Nashville, it’s the Capitol Grille set inside the Hermitage Hotel, where oversize chairs, linens on the table, and an air of elegance mark the type of dining experience that seems to be fading away as a horde of casual, small-plate-focused restaurants move in. The historic hotel’s spacious AAA-rated four-diamond restaurant can also claim its place on the résumés of many notable Nashville cooks, including former chef Tyler Brown, Trey Cioccia of The Farm House, Hal Holden-Bache of Lockeland Table, and most famously, Sean Brock of Husk Nashville. Now you can add chef Cory Untch to the list of ones to watch. Having…

TEQUILA TEE OFF TIME Summertime—and the sipping is easy. Sure there’s the ubiquitous beer, the mundane gin-and-tonic, or—heaven forbid—a wine cooler. But shouldn’t you treat your body like a temple and indulge the right way with the right drink? We say yes. So here’s a perfect approach for the summer, Cinco de Mayo and all things slurp-worthy. Good tequila in moderation. Think Herradura or El Jimador. Herradura tequilas are 100% agave, made in the same traditional way since 1870. And El Jimador, well, it’s not the bestselling tequila in Mexico for no reason. Quality tequila such as Herradura an El Jimador don’t need mixers, but there’s little more refreshing than an authentic, simple margarita—Herradura or El Jimador, fresh lime, Cointreau and agave nectar. Try these other recipes below for a…

Dr. David Rosen has a long history of implementing impactful change at creative institutions, such as Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan. At O’More College of Design in Franklin, where he has been president for less than a year, his goal is to integrate the school more deeply into the Nashville community—and he’s starting with this month’s 2016 O’More College of Design Fashion Show on May 12 at the John C. Tune Airport. “There has to be a symbiosis between community and education,” Rosen says. He believes O’More and Nashville can combine forces to propel change forward in a way that will benefit not only the fashion industry but the Nashville community as a whole. To that end, O’More will transform the airport’s two hangar spaces…

JAKE ETHERIDGE Jake Etheridge Though he’s from South Carolina, Etheridge got his start with the popular Dutch band The Common Linnets. Now the singer-songwriter is dropping a five-track self-titled EP featuring the solemn single “You Found Me First” and a pair of duets: “Where Oh Where” (with Rose Falcon) and “Make Up Your Mind” (with Rebecca Roubion). MOUNTAIN HEART Blue Skies Just as this rootsy group’s lineup has evolved over the past two decades, so has its sound. On their first release in five years, Mountain Heart brings a Chris Stapletonesque fusion of bluegrass, country, and soul. Check out the catchy title track and “Can’t Get Over You”—a cowrite by Stapleton himself. RYAN BEAVER Rx Beaver wrote and recorded this album based on the response he got from its eventual…

“From paper and patterns to having my friends and family wearing my designs and creations, it’s just such a special feeling.” —Margaret Roberts When Nashville native Margaret Roberts set out for New York City in 2015, she noticed her wardrobe was lacking the perfect legging to accommodate such a drastic change in temperature. Activewear provided a temporary fix, but the budding fashion designer knew she could create something better. And so the idea for Minxx—a line of leggings that combines fashion with functionality—was born. Minxx leggings are made with high-performance ProModal fabric, a blend often used in extreme sportswear for its heating and cooling capabilities. In addition, Minxx leggings are given an antimicrobial treatment to extend their longevity, which means less time washing and more time wearing. “The fabric has…

“Tenure implies a longterm relationship. It’s people, not product. You’re not buying inventory; you’re hiring a potter.” As a full-time artist, commissioned sculptor, and professor in the art department at Middle Tennessee State University, John Donovan has spent the last two decades racking up awards, honors, and exhibitions. He’s also connected with some of Nashville’s top chefs thanks in part to his wife, Lisa, a local pastry chef legend, who introduced him to chef Tandy Wilson when she was working at City House—and subsequently got him started designing dishware for the restaurant. “I made a prototype, brought it to [Wilson], and gave him a chance to say ‘a little to the left’ or ‘a little bigger,’” Donovan says. “The idea was to collaborate.” That project prompted a stream of requests…

OVERALL FAVORITE BEST SMILE BEST SKIN AND COAT BEST OF THE BEST, LARGE DOG BEST OF THE BEST, MIDSIZE DOG BEST OF THE BEST, SMALL DOG BEST PERSONALITY BEST PUPPY Thanks to everyone who came to The Mall at Green Hills and voted online. The choice gets tougher every year, but with these great dogs, we’re in a win-win situation. Look for the heart paw print throughout the section, designating rescue pups.…

In March, Nashville State Community College culinary student Marcio Florez brought home top honors at the 2016 S.Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef Competition—a prestigious event involving students from across the country, which culminated in Napa, California. Originally from Peru, 28-year-old Florez created a winning dish by combining the flavors of his home country with traditional Southern fare. “When I first moved to the U.S. when I was 17, I really missed the food from home so I started cooking those dishes but using the ingredients I found here,” he says. For the competition, he ended up traveling to Atlanta to track down a few specialty items but otherwise relied on ingredients he could find right here in Tennessee—notably sweet tea and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee whiskey, which he incorporated into a glaze…

The trend in coffeehouses to be more expansive yet distinctive, a place where you can get adult libations and chef-driven foods along with your expertly crafted latte, is taking hold in Nashville. Consider Steadfast Commons, the second iteration of the Germantown outpost, which offers its own distinction: craft cocktails and modern food. The “Commons” opened in January on the ground floor of the Encore building in SoBro, also the home of Etch, The Farm House, and Bakersfield. Steadfast’s clean, spare design fits with the feel of new Nashville and might remind you of neatly tucked places you find in the hearts of first-tier cities. Throughout the day, it’s a serene place to plug in and work while noshing on a chicken sandwich or sipping an espresso flip. (If you must,…

Odds are, you’ve tried bourbon from Kentucky, whiskey from Tennessee, and maybe even Irish whiskey or Scotch whisky (without the “e”). But have you ever experimented with the fine malted grain spirits of the Far East? Japanese whiskey has found its way into town, with several bars and restaurants at the leading edge of the coming tsunami. “It’s the new craze,” relates chef Matt Bolus of The 404 Kitchen. “I call myself a whiskey drinker because I appreciate whiskey from America to Scotland to Ireland to Japan.” At the intimate bar in Bolus’s restaurant, the shelves are stocked with fine brown liquors from around the world, and Japan is well represented. Unlike Tennessee and Kentucky whiskeys and bourbons that specify minimum percentages of corn to use their proprietary spirit names,…

Blue Moon Waterfront Grille 525 Basswood Ave. | 615-356-6666 | bluemoongrille.com Named by USA Today as one of the Top Ten Seafood Restaurants in Nashville, Blue Moon Waterfront Grille offers wonderfully prepared dishes in a setting like no other. Located at Rock Harbor Marina, off I-40 at White Bridge, the restaurant allows guests to dine on a covered patio or indoors and enjoy the relaxing view and sunset. From our famous grit cakes, tasty coconut shrimp, and “moon” wings to our tropical drinks, it is your “good food and fun at the water’s edge” destination in Nashville! We even serve brunch on Sundays! MAFIAoZA’S 2400 12th Ave. S. | 615-690-1722 | uprooftoplounge.com A favorite on the Nashville dining scene since its launch in 2003, MAFIAoZA’S continues to “wow” capacity crowds…

May 15, 2015 WILD WEST COMEDY FESTIVAL, TPAC’S JACKSON HALL Comedian and television actor Aziz Ansari lit up the stage at last year’s Wild West Comedy Festival. This year, you’ll find acts like Trevor Noah and Jeff Foxworthy performing at venues across town May 16 through 22. (wildwestcomedyfestival.com) Have you captured an incredible moment from a recent show? We’re accepting submissions for Encore, our monthly feature that spotlights local stages, big and small. Send your best photos to wehearyou@nashvillelifestyles.com or tag them #NLEncore.…