Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2024 i Nashville Lifestyles Magazine

I have a special announcement to share. I am happy to introduce you to our new Editor, Nicole Brown. Nicole has worked with the magazine for more than five years, starting as an intern and working her way up through the editorial ranks. She has written for pretty much every department of our magazine, including some of our best cover features. I am so proud of her, and I cannot wait to see how she makes her mark on the magazine in the years to come. I can say that we are lucky to have her! We have a new cover topic for you this month, too. You may wonder why a magazine about Nashville would do a feature on Franklin. Well, our Southern sister suburb is very much a…

May is a month associated with many things: the new beginnings of springtime, school letting out for the summer, and all of those eagerly awaited fun-in-the-sun activities. But what many may not know is that May is also nationally recognized as Foster Care Awareness Month. With that, we’re taking the opportunity to shine a spotlight on a local organization that has been working tirelessly for 130 years and counting to change the lives of countless young people; Monroe Harding. As the only agency in Middle Tennessee providing a comprehensive continuum of services for current and former foster youth from birth to age 26, as well as serving other vulnerable young adults, Monroe Harding understands the critical impact of foster care and supportive services all year round. We had the pleasure…

Dr. Greg Jones Belmont University In the heart of Nashville at Belmont University, a story of visionary leadership is unfolding under the guidance of Dr. Greg Jones. Since June 2021, Greg has been leading Belmont with an infectious enthusiasm, shaped by a rich background in academic leadership and a deep commitment to faith and innovation. An avid sports fan and grandfather of four, Greg’s career trajectory has been marked by a desire to foster abundant life for all people. Before his time at Belmont, Greg was the longtime dean of Duke Divinity School and served in leadership roles at Duke and Baylor Universities. Today, his ambition for Belmont is clear and compelling: to position the university as the world’s leading Christ-centered university, a beacon of hope in an ever-changing world.…

Take brunch to the next level with this Bloody Mary recipe from Ophelia’s. Ditch the store-bought mix and try your hand at making Ophelia’s incredible house-made Bloody Mary mix for the ultimate savory breakfast beverage. Garnish to your liking, sip, snack, and enjoy. (opheliasnashville.com) OPHELIA’S SURF & TURF BLOODY MARY Ingredients: Bloody Mary Mix Ingredients: 6 oz Original V81 ½ tsp Worcestershire1 tsp Horseradish1 tsp Celery salt½ tsp Black pepper¼ tsp Sriracha⅛ tsp Lemon juice Garnish options: Meatball Cocktail shrimp Prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella ball Olives Four cheese-stuffed peppadew peppers Lemon wedge Lime wedge Celery stick Directions: Fill a pint glass with ice. Add 2 oz of your preferred vodka to the glass. Top with 6 oz of Bloody Mary mix. Stir to incorporate. At Ophelia’s, we garnish with two skewers: one…

On Thursday, March 21, guests mixed and mingled at our annual Swig Cocktail Competition at Margaritaville Hotel. Music City’s top bartenders came together to compete for best craft cocktails made with Old Dominick Straight Tennessee Whiskey and Old Dominick Memphis Vodka. Each bartender created two cocktails for the festive crowd to sample, and at the end of the evening they voted for their favorites in each spirit category. Participating restaurants and bartenders included Pullman Standard, Southern Turf Club, Mimo, STK, JWB Grill, Halls Chophouse, Supper Club on Belcourt, Thistle and Rye, Harth, PROOF, and The Study at Nashville City Club. While sipping cocktails and munching on tasty snacks from Margaritaville Hotel, guests got down to tunes from DJ Housequake and had some photo booth fun with Nashville Smile Bar. THE…

You’re probably curious about the new face here, and with that I’d like to [very excitedly] introduce myself as the new Editor of Nashville Lifestyles! Although my title is new, if you’re a reader of our magazine you’ll likely recognize my name from the bylines. I’ve had the pleasure of writing for Nashville Lifestyles since I first began my career as an intern back in 2019. From there, I worked my way up to Assistant Editor and have fallen in love with this city that I call home in ways beyond my wildest dreams by writing about remarkable Nashvillians, incredible local businesses, all the latest happenings, and even some Music City-dwelling celebrities. When I first moved to Nashville from Michigan nearly a decade ago, I never could have anticipated how…

CRAVINGS | AT THE TABLE | DRINKS PEAS3 With warmer weather comes the opportunity to utilize tasty seasonal ingredients to create exceptional cuisine, and this delicious new dish at 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails, located in the Harpeth Hotel, is bursting with freshness fitting for the season. 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails’ Executive Chef Thomas Tuggle shares his recipe for Peas3 (read: peas cubed) that makes for the perfect taste of spring. (harpethhotel.com/1799-kitchen) “Pairing the sweetness of spring peas with a cube of crispy braised heritage pork belly, this dish is an example of The Harpeth’s straightforward hospitality,” says Chef Tuggle. “These excellent seasonal ingredients are best when simply prepared and humbly presented. Fitting for the season, this dish reminds me of spring. It takes me back to sitting in the kitchen…

JUDAH & THE LION THE PROCESS Built from the ashes of a nervous system on fire, The Process is a singalong expression of healing from alt-folk duo Judah & the Lion. A song cycle inspired by tragedy and split into the five stages of grief, synth and banjo drive a weary pulse back to life, as a wounded soul finds beauty once more. (Available May 10.) WILLIE NELSON THE BORDER For his 152nd album, The Border, the legendary Willie Nelson makes country music like only he can – both rustic and reaching out to the moment. Sounding invigorated with strong vocals and nimble guitar improvisations, 10 new songs find an elder statesman practicing his unique sonic diplomacy. (Available May 31.) BOWEN * YOUNG US Known for her role as Scarlett…

Spring is in the air, summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to soak up the sun than with an ice-cold margarita in hand. Whether you prefer sugar or salt on the rim, on the rocks or frozen, or a sweet or spicy pour, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite spots in and around Music City to sip a marg. Harriet’s Rooftop If you’re a fan of cocktails with a kick, Harriet’s Rooftop at 1 Hotel Nashville serves up a spicy margarita that offers a mild chili flavor without packing too much heat. Combined with house-made lime agave and an easy-to-sip Espolon Blanco tequila, the Shishito Pepper margarita is rimmed with celery salt for an extra savory finish. (1hotels.com/nashville/taste/harriets-rooftop) Taco Mama Sharing is caring at…

With 70 adorable entries, the votes are in, and George has been crowned this year’s Top Pet Photo Contest winner. Proud owners Jon and Julie Wells knew that this 5-year-old Hairless Chinese Crested was a special pup from the moment he was born, and George’s charm has only continued to grow. When it comes to winning, George is no stranger to the life of prestige; he is also the proud recipient of an AKC dog show Grand Championship title. Get to know more about this adorable award-winner below. How old is George? George is 5 years old and will turn 6 on July 3. Being born so close to the Fourth of July, he was named after George Washington. Tell us about how you got George and your initial reaction…