Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2019 i Nashville Lifestyles Magazine

The Junior League of Nashville will host its annual Spring Soirée event April 13 at The Westin Nashville. Serving as the organization’s largest fundraising event of the year, proceeds will benefit the JLN Community Endowment Fund and its charitable partners. Erin Clements, JLN’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, says, “It is sure to be a fun evening celebrating the League’s impact on Nashville, raising money that will benefit organizations tackling important issues directly affecting our city, including human trafficking and illiteracy, and raising awareness about the influence a group of passionate, committed, and trained women can have on a community.” After transitioning from a formal dinner to an elegant cocktail party in 2018, the event appeals to individuals beyond JLN members. Attendees can visit one or all of the…

As a frontman in a contemporary bluegrass outfit, Tim O’Brien is bringing things back to basics. Following the breakup of his Grammy-nominated roots quartet, Hot Rize, in 1999 (the group has since reunited), he’s released 11 solo albums, which explore everything from blues to Zydeco—the gamut of American music. He continues the exploration by releasing his band’s first, self-titled LP, Tim O’Brien Band. “Bluegrass has been part of [my career] for 40-something years,” O’Brien says. “The genre’s grown and diversified a lot, and I just wanted to reach in and say, ‘here’s where I’m at with it.’ You know, you can take old-time music, which predates bluegrass, like folk and blues, [and] you can make them into bluegrass.” The album is made up of songs that O’Brien has played for…

Beyond the Point by Claire Gibson (William Morrow) In her debut novel, Nashville-based writer Claire Gibson brings readers inside the world of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Inspired by her own experience of growing up at West Point, where her father was a professor, Gibson’s characters, Dani, Hannah, and Avery, must learn to navigate cadet life—and life outside the gates—in a fraught post-9/11 world. (Available April 2.) Southern Lady Code by Helen Ellis (Doubleday) Fans of American Housewife, Ellis’s 2016 darkly funny story collection about what housewives do all day, will want to check out her new book of essays. Despite being a New Yorker for decades now, Ellis still holds tight to her Alabama roots. In each of her 23 new easy-to-read essays, Ellis waxes on everything…

Built from leather and raffia in an assortment of cheerful hues, Payton James’ breakthrough handbag collection brings a lighthearted touch to outfits. The totes, crossbody purses, and basket bags nod to retro style and act as instant pick-me-ups in shades of lavender, lemon, and summer white. Vintage is a lifelong passion for James. For this collection, she drew inspiration from Jane Birkin, a British actress and singer, who was a muse to French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg. “It really started with her,” James says. “She always carried around a basket bag, and so I found a vendor, a family-owned business in Madagascar, that hand weaves bags from raffia.” James graduated from O’More College of Design. An extra credit Photoshop class that focused on shoe design, as well as shoe-making classes in…

BOURBON STEAK On the 34th floor of the JW Marriott, your perspective changes. Indeed, it heightens, as you take in the unparalleled vistas of city and sky. But it magnifies, as you put yourself in the care of the Bourbon Steak staff. They expertly guide you in making cocktail and wine selections, preside over deft tableside presentations, and tend to your dining needs seamlessly. You realize: the art of fine service is everything. It makes chef Michael Mina’s signatures—his premium oak-fired steaks, shellfish broiled in red miso butter, and Maine lobster pot pie in brandied cream—all the more luxurious and memorable. (michaelmina.net/restaurants/tennessee) GRAY & DUDLEY Set within the base of the 21c Museum and Hotel, Gray & Dudley offers up its own form of modern art. The space is adorned…

The following sites offer information, guidance, and resources for workers in the hospitality industry Chefs With Issues; chefswithissues.com Restaurant After Hours; restaurantmentalhealth.com The Heirloom Foundation; theheirloomfoundation.org Hands Please; handsplease.org Fair Kitchens; fairkitchens.com National Suicide Prevention Lifeline; suicidepreventionlifeline.org. The Mental Health Cooperative is a 24-hour no-fee crisis center, just opened at 250 Cumberland Bend, Metro Center. Crisis Hotline: 615-726-0125…

For serious wine collectors, the home cellar is a place of pride. Many collectors entertain around, and sometimes inside, these well-designed spaces. Local collectors Rick and Kim Shallcross had upgraded their wine cellar with each successive home move. So, when they recently made the move into their third house, Rick knew it was time to go bigger. “I wanted to display the wine in a way that you could see the labels, and I wanted to have a space where there was a table outside of the cellar itself,” Rick says. He’d seen the kind of look he was going for at the Cardinale Winery in Napa Valley—when he inquired about its design, he learned about Revel Custom Wine Cellars. Founded by Jim Cash, who was once the president of…

ERIN BYERS MURRAY has been the editor of Nashville Lifestyles since 2012. She started her career in Boston, working for publications like Boston magazine and DailyCandy.com before taking a two-year break to get her hands dirty working on an oyster farm. The result was her first book Shucked: Life on a New England Oyster Farm. Later, she co-authored a cookbook with Boston chef Jeremy Sewall called The New England Kitchen, which was nominated for a James Beard cookbook award in 2015. Her latest book, Grits: A Cultural and Culinary Journey Through the South was released in November 2018. Contributor NANCY VIENNEAU expresses her passion for food wearing many hats: chef, recovered caterer, food educator and activist, writer, and cookbook author. Food is at the heart of her stories and poetry.…

Mary Laura Philpott’s son was six years old when he uttered the words that would a decade later become the title of her first collection of essays. Philpott, an author, cartoonist, and Emmy-winning co-host of Nashville Public Television’s literary interview show A Word on Words, overheard her son talking to himself, and said, “I miss you when I blink.” The words became a mantra, pulling her back into the present when life moved too fast, which was often. So often in fact, Philpott began to feel like life was passing her by. Not only did she miss moments, but she missed herself. A wife, a mother, a school volunteer—it was all important work, but was it everything? In I Miss You When I Blink, Philpott explores what it means to…

REBA MCENTIRE Stronger Than the Truth Country icon Reba McEntire finds comfort in the music of her cattle-ranching childhood on Stronger Than the Truth, bravely addressing her 2015 divorce through a series of brokenhearted standouts. Western swing, Tejano-inspired folk, and straight-up barroom balladry chart a path to recovery. SHOVELS & ROPE By Blood Enigmatic rock duo Shovels & Rope match flawed characters with ambitious optimism on By Blood, the couple’s fifth album of originals. Bold as ever, they mix new wave punk with roots pop in “The Wire,” and experiment elsewhere with a singular blend of gritty, loose-fitting DIY sonics. JOSH RITTER Fever Breaks Folk mainstay Josh Ritter teams with Americana icon Jason Isbell for Ritter’s Fever Breaks. With Isbell producing and his 400 Unit serving as studio band, Ritter’s…

A decade ago, country music superstar Tim McGraw’s life on the road looked like 3 a.m. beers and cheeseburgers with his band. Today, it’s a different story. Now known for his unrelenting commitment to fitness, McGraw powers through grueling two-a-day workouts on tour, sometimes finishing just before he takes the stage. He credits a moment with his oldest daughter as one of the biggest keys to making changes in his life. When she saw him in the trailer for his movie Four Christmases, McGraw says, “Her eyes got really wide and she looked at me and said, ‘Geez, Dad, you really need to do something.’ The next day I was at the gym.” Together with Wirth Campbell of E!’s Very Cavallari and Peter Taunton, CEO of Snap Fitness, the trio…

“In addition to the experts’ picks, here are a few of my favorite places.” GREAT PLACES TO EAT 404 KITCHEN I consider Matt Bolus to be one of the best chefs in town. He’s also generous, cooking for many charity dinners around town. I am a big fan of his pastas, and Gertie’s Bar, with its unique whiskey collection. (the404nashville.com) KAYNE PRIME You never know who you’ll see here but they’re probably enjoying the rare steaks or tuna and a plate of risotto tater tots. I like to make a night of it and take in the other M Street spots, like Moto and Virago, too. (mstreetnashville.com) JOSEPHINE This might be the finest restaurant in the city. Chef Andy Little is amazing, the wines are superb, and I love the…

Tony Brown released his first book “Elvis, Strait, To Jesus,” last year, and in the process, reminded everyone that style and creativity truly have no age. A decorated veteran of the music industry, Brown proves to the world once again, that he is still one of the leading tastemakers in Nashville. The iconic music producer teamed up with creative genius, Rick Caballo, to design, photograph and serve as creative lead on the project. The coffee table book’s stylish photography and intimate narrative provides a rare glimpse into the life of one of the world’s most influential and respected music producers. Readers get an exclusive, behind the scenes journey detailed by Brown himself, and the multi-platinum artists he’s shaped the careers of. The award winning book exudes Brown’s personal style, confirming…

ART ON THE WEST SIDE 6,7 The Gordon JCC showcases a fine art collection. Celebrating its sixth consecutive year, the Gordon Jewish Community Center will host its Art on the West Side event. Free and open to the public, the art show begins Saturday, April 6 with a cocktail reception, and continues Sunday morning with jazz music, a light brunch, and mimosas. The exhibit will feature a variety of mediums ranging from paintings to glass, clay, wood, and fiber works. The show will also showcase pieces by more than 41 artists, including feature artist Paul Harmon. Also new to this year’s event is JPOP Marketplace, a pop-up store selling jewelry, accessories, home and paper goods, food, and children’s items. A percentage of all sales will benefit Gordon JCC’s art programming.…

“It was just honest. I didn’t clean it up. It was almost just a couple of motions with the paintbrush. That’s my favorite part on the painting.” Derived from the Decorative Hosted by Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, this exhibit celebrates the work of three international artists who transform the decorative arts into modern art. Azerbaijan artist Faig Ahmed creates contemporary sculptures out of Oriental-style rugs. Dutch artist Bouke de Vries repurposes ceramics, elevating them into sculptures. Beth Lipman, who is based in Wisconsin, creates sculptural installations out of clear glass. The exhibit is on view through June 9. (cheekwood.org) Block Party at Hatch Show Print Hatch Show Print has created unique letterpress designs for musical legends since 1879. Each month, non-legends can participate in the Block Party class for $50,…

This month, Nashville Fashion Week brings top talent from around the region to the runway at OZ Arts Nashville. Over the course of four nights, 20 designers will show off their seasonal collections, leading up to the fifth annual Nashville Fashion Forward Gala, where awards are given to the icons who have made their mark on our fashion scene. Here, ten of the participating Nashville designers offer up a sneak peek of what you’ll see at the shows. (April 2 to 6, Oz Arts Nashville; nashvillefashionweek.com) EMILY SWINSON Article X “Nashville Fashion Week will be the runway debut of my new concept, Article X. From structured basics to oversized silhouettes, Article X will channel dark imagery with minimal design.” LAURA CITRON Laura Citron “[For my second year at Nashville Fashion…

Our city welcomed a whopping 133 new restaurants in 2018, topping the 113 that opened the year prior. With that came some attrition—20 spots closed their doors last year, including a few that had been open less than a year. Growth and change are now constants in our dining scene—which makes our job both challenging and fun. So, what exactly makes for a great Nashville dining experience these days? The food, of course, which should be interesting, balanced, and consistent. A focused attention on service and hospitality. The bar should add to the conversation, too—well-made cocktails; a thoughtful list of wines; beers you won’t find everywhere else. But, there’s more. In this town, especially, it seems that the strongest, most successful, longest-lasting restaurants add something beyond a memorable dining experience—they…

In a nondescript warehouse on Elm Hill Pike, near the cluster of trucks that ferry commerce up and down Fesslers Lane, a small business bubbles away. It’s a fermented duet, nurtured by Katherine Vance and Brandon Cline, who turn regional apples into the golden glory of hard cider. You can’t get more “bootstrapping” in business than finding two partners who do everything themselves. And that’s right where Brightwood Craft Cider is since launching to the public in January. The birth of this small business is refreshing since it’s one that aims for early organic growth rather than the splash of ventures buoyed by big wads of cash. Vance and Cline met in Charlottesville, Virginia, where the scent of cideries perfume the air. They fell in love with the dry, crisp…

On Thursday, February 28, Nashville Lifestyles held their annual Single in the City event at The Ainsworth. Attendees mixed and mingled with some of the city’s most eligible while enjoying Ketel One Botanical and Bulleit Whiskey cocktails, lite bites courtesy of The Ainsworth, and music by DJ KHAOS. Vroom Vroom Balloon created an incredible balloon display which served to be the perfect backdrop for the Go Bonanza! photo booth. Sponsors included: BMW of Nashville, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, Ketel One Botanical, and OVME. On Wednesday, February 13, Nashville Lifestyles hosted its annual Music in the City at FGL House. This year’s event was hosted by Florida Georgia Line and featured intimate, acoustic performances by HARDY, Canaan Smith, RaeLynn, and Morgan Wallen. Attendees sipped on refreshing Shiner Beers and a signature Old…