Life + Culture

Bridging Classrooms and Communities

How PENCIL is Powering Nashville’s Future Article and Photography by In a city that thrives on creativity and connection, few organizations embody the Nashville spirit quite like PENCIL. For more than four decades, this nonprofit has linked community resources to Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS), ensuring that every student has access to the tools, mentors and opportunities they need to thrive.   Founded in 1982, PENCIL—short for Public Education Needs Community Involvement and...

Life + Culture

April Lockhart

Style, Confidence and Community—Disabled& Takes Root in Nashville Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Emma Manning Photography When April Lockhart packed her bags for Nashville four years ago, she thought it would be a temporary move. “It was a total COVID move—just looking for a change of pace,” she recalls. “I was working remotely in New York City in influencer marketing for a clean makeup brand. We were originally planning to move to the West Coast, but thought, maybe we should try...

Life + Culture

American Elegance

A Q+A with Amy Albright Event Director, Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville Article and Photography by For 36 years, the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville has welcomed design enthusiasts, collectors, and garden lovers for a weekend steeped in heritage, hospitality, and timeless style. This year’s theme, American Elegance , sets the stage for three days of antiques, manicured gardens, inspiring lectures, and festive gatherings. Event Director Amy Albright shares how the 2026 Show captures...

Life + Culture

Why Volunteer? Because It Changes Everything—Including You

United Way of Greater Nashville unites the community and mobilizes resources so that every child, individual and family thrives. Article by Kris Wiese | Photography by Provided by Hands On Volunteering offers more than just lending a helping hand—it’s a path to personal growth, connection, and lasting community impact. Looking for a reason to get involved? Here are a few “whys.” Volunteering is good for both your physical and mental health. Studies show that volunteering can reduce stress...

Food + Beverage

Dining in Good Taste at the Peninsula

2025 James Beard Award Winner Chef Jake Howell’s Recipe for Success Article by Michele Bogle Chef Jake Howell, co-owner of the Peninsula Restaurant Nashville, was this year's recipient of the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southeast .  He mentioned that he began cooking as a job in his teens. "For some reason, this job found me, and along the way, what it meant to me changed; now it's who I am. When I look back at other options, I don't think I should have been anything else. Development...

Food + Beverage

Share Something Sweet

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dip with Graham Crackers, Pretzels and Crisp Cookies Photography by Amy Threadgill Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or casual nights by the fire, this crowd-pleasing dip is the ideal sweet treat after a big meal.  Ingredients 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened 1 stick unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract Pinch of kosher salt 1 cup mini chocolate...

Style + Beauty

Fall in Bloom

The Art of Bringing Joy with Blooms & Moore Article by Jennifer Kaufman For as long as she can remember, Lacey Moore , owner of Blooms & Moore , has had her hands full of flowers. “I feel like I’ve always been a florist,” she says. “Arranging and gifting flowers has always been my love language.” After turning her lifelong passion into a business three years ago in Florida, she recently brought Blooms & Moore to Nashville just in time for fall. Her seasonal offerings include floral...

Food + Beverage

At the Table with Chef Tev

Nashville’s Tevyn Henry crafts intimate dining experiences and catered occasions where elevated cuisine meets connection and community. Article and Photography by Nashville's dining scene is rich with innovation, but Chef Tev has carved out a space that feels both intimate and unforgettable. Through his private dining company, Tev's Table, Tevyn Henry brings people together around carefully crafted meals that are as much about connection as they are about cuisine.   For Tevyn, food was not...

Food + Beverage

Savoring Fall with Cortney LaCorte

The Cheese Gal shares fall favorites and the Bourbon Cider Tini you’ll want to sip all season. Article by Meagan Benson | Photography by Emma Manning Photography Cortney LaCorte, or  Cheese Gal  on social media, is passionate about food, especially as the temperature dips into the fifties. We sat down with Cortney to chat about favorite recipes, kitchen must-haves and sip on Bourbon Cider Tinis. With over 600,000 followers on Instagram and 300,000 on TikTok, Cortney knows her stuff and loves...

Travel

Portugal's Dual Delights

How the Marriott Residences Salgados Resort and Palácio do Governador Offer the Best of Portugal Article by Kit Garrott Portugal is a country of contrasts. The sun-drenched southern coast radiates under an endless sky, while the historic streets of the city resonate with centuries of culture. Two properties—the Marriott Residences Salgados Resort in the Algarve and the Palácio do Governador in Lisbon—offer travelers curated experiences that blend natural beauty, culinary artistry and...