Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2024 i Nashville Lifestyles Magazine

I know I have said this before, but I get asked the same question every week—heck, almost daily! “Have you been to any good restaurants, lately?” Yes. Yes, I have. You could literally go to a new restaurant every night and not go to the same one twice for months in this town. So, by popular request, here is my own personal list of four of the best new places I’ve been this year: Noko: I really cannot tell you how much I love this place! The East Nashville Asian-inspired and wood-fired menu has a little of everything. I highly recommend the tuna crispy rice and the tomahawk ribeye. You cannot go wrong. Iberian Pig: Located in the Gulch, this new tapas restaurant has a great selection of Spanish small…

Spring has sprung and our annual Restaurant Issue is upon us! I look forward to this issue every year—from a production standpoint and as a reader. In this issue, we take a look at trends in the dining scene, chefs who are making delicious dishes, and the restaurants that have us excited and inspired—and always coming back for more. This year, our fabulous food writer Nancy Vienneau dug deep into all of the above and then some. From some of the best bites we’ve tasted at Nashville’s newest hotspots to the historic and much-beloved favorites that are still serving up fabulous meals decades after their doors first opened, she left no culinary stone unturned. Nancy also chatted with two local chefs who are nominated for James Beard Foundation awards—if you’re…

Although she’s just now releasing her first U.S. album, MacKenzie Porter is no stranger to country fans—or to those with a love of modern sci-fi. The triple threat singer/songwriter/actress built up an impressive IMDb resume before hitting the Billboard charts, including a memorable spot as the co-starring lead of Netflix’s time-hopping thriller Travelers from 2016 to 2018. Since then, she’s followed with a series of story-building singles, racking up six Number Ones across her native Canada, Australia, and the U.S., and a 2X Platinum, multi-week chart-topper with Dustin Lynch on her breakthrough “Thinking ’Bout You.” But with a mix of mood-boosting energy and emotional insight, this stateside album debut might be the role she was made for. According to her, Nobody’s Born with a Broken Heart (out April 26) is…

The Spring Outing at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage is one of the most anticipated events of the season. For 123 years, the garden party has hosted supporters of the historic preservation efforts on the stunning lawn of the mansion. Following in the famous footsteps of previous keynote speakers, this year’s featured guest is Geraldine Brooks. On Tuesday, May 14, the former Wall Street Journal correspondent, New York Times-bestselling and Pulitzer Prize-winning author who writes impeccably researched historical novels, including Horse, The Secret Chord, March, People of the Book, Year of Wonders, and Caleb’s Crossing, will speak to a crowd of history buffs, making her the perfect keynote for this history-celebrating event. (thehermitage.com) Ahead of the event, we had a chance to chat with Chair Rebecca Collins, who filled us in on…

TASTEMAKER BEST OF THE BEST Each year in late January, the James Beard Foundation announces the semi-finalists for the James Beard Awards. This year, Nashville is proud to have garnered four nominations. Two of the semi-finalists are born and raised Nashvillians, a testament to our homegrown talent. Fresh off their nominations, we caught up with Arnold Myint, a semi-finalist for Best Chef Southeast, along with his sister and partner in the International Market, Anna, and with David Andrews, executive chef and owner of D’Andrews Bakery and Café, a semi-finalist for Outstanding Bakery. They each share their take on Nashville’s growth, the experience of being nominated, and what it means to continue a family legacy. Arnold Myint, International Market (im2nashville.com) Myint and his sister Anna grew up in their mother’s enterprise:…

DRINKSPRIMROSE-COLORED GLASSES Looking for a light libation to sip as you settle into spring? The Primrose from Noelle is a simple-to-make cocktail bursting with complex flavors. Layers of vanilla, elderflower, lemongrass, and lime come together to create a drink that’s easy to enjoy on a sunny day or balmy evening. (200 4th Ave. N; noelle-nashville.com) PRIMROSE Ingredients: 1½ oz Hendricks Gin½ oz Giffard Vanille de Madagascar Liqueur½ oz elderflower liqueur½ oz lemongrass syrup½ oz lime juice Directions: Combine ingredients together, shake thoroughly and strain into a coup glass. Cheers!…

A glamorous evening filled with stunning fashion and incredible music awaits at the annual Symphony Fashion Show. Returning to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on April 23, the 2024 show is sure to be an event to remember benefiting our beloved Nashville Symphony. Presented by Gus Mayer, this year’s show will feature the gorgeous Fall 2024 collection from renowned designer Prabal Gurung. Since launching his collection in February 2009, Gurung has distinguished himself in the fashion world by encompassing modern luxury, indelible style, and an astute sense of glamor in his work. And his upcoming fall collection is sure to turn heads on the runway at this year’s event. “We are thrilled to welcome Prabal Gurung as our featured designer for the 2024 Symphony Fashion Show,” says Symphony Fashion Show co-chairs…

Nashville’s hotel restaurant scene is booming. Gone are the days of bland, basic banquet-style fare—we’re seeing more gourmet options, celebrity chefs, and globally inspired menus than ever before. It would be impossible to list them all, but we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites for you to check into. Evelyn’s at The Hutton Hotel This modern American eatery pays tribute to Evelyn Sharp, a 20th-century hotelier, investor, socialite, and art collector. The decor does its namesake proud with fine art on the walls and mid-century design throughout. And the menu is just as sophisticated as the surroundings, with shared dinner plates including Steak Tartare, Burrata Tartine, and Roasted Artichoke Hearts, and larger plates like Nashville Hot Fish & Chips, Baby Carrot Ravioli, and Broiled Red Snapper. Brunch is also…

DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE 1 KITCHEN 1 Hotel Nashville710 Demonbreun St.615-432-2203 1hotels.com American, Farm-to-table ACME FEED & SEED 101 Broadway615-915-0888theacmenashville.com American, Sushi ALMOST FRIDAY SPORTING CLUB 415 4th Ave. S.615-862-1544almostfridaynash.com American, Sports bar ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFÉ 208 Commerce St.615-913-3923anotherbrokenegg.com Breakfast, Café AJ’S GOOD TIME BAR 421 Broadway615-678-4808ajsgoodtimebar.com Southern, Bar ASSEMBLY FOOD HALL Fifth + Broadway5055 Broadway615-800-5395assemblyfoodhall.com Variety of eateries AVA Nashville Live!128 2nd Ave. N.615-467-6079avarooftopbar.com Cocktails, Small plates BAKERSFIELD 201 3rd Ave. S.615-522-0970bakersfieldtacos.com Mexican BARLINES Omni Nashville Hotel250 Rep. John Lewis Way S.615-761-3644barlinesnashville.com American BARSTOOL NASHVILLE 123 2nd Ave. S. barstoolnashville.com American BETMGM SPORTS LOUNGE Bridgestone Arena135 Rep. John Lewis Way S.615-734-9133bridgestonearena.com American BLACK RABBIT 218 3rd Ave. N.615-891-2380blackrabbittn.com Small Plates, Cocktails BLACK TAP CRAFT BURGERS & BEER 140 3rd Ave. N.615-808-0969blacktap.com American, Burgers BLANCO COCINA + CANTINA Fifth + Broadway530…

PARTY PICS On Valentine’s night, February 14, guests mixed and mingled at our annual Whiskey Lovers Cocktail Party with Woodford Reserve Bourbon at The Valentine. The crowd enjoyed Woodford Reserve specialty cocktails like the Love Potion, made with Woodford Reserve, blackberry puree, mint-infused simple syrup, and lemon juice; the Forbidden Love made with Woodford Reserve Malt, lemon juice, black walnut bitters, and ginger ale; and the Orange You Glad I’m Old Fashioned made with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, vanilla brown sugar-infused simple syrup, orange, and angostura bitters. Two additional cocktails for the non-whiskey drinkers were also available, including the Be Mine Basil Bramble, made with Ford’s Gin, Chambord, basil-infused simple syrup, peach puree, and lemon juice; and the Hearts on Fire Margarita, made with Herradura Reposado Tequila, orange liqueur, Triple…