Food + Beverage

It’s Tiki Time!

"If you can’t get to paradise, I’ll bring it to you.” Article by Mary Compton | Photography by Photography Provided It’s July. It’s Summer. It’s hot. It’s tiki time! It’s time for a high-flying cocktail concoction to replenish your spirits this Summer. It’s time to get on that flight and explore somewhere new for a paradise vacation or even a staycation with the Jet Pilot cocktail.  “If you can’t get to paradise, I’ll bring it to you,” said Donn Beach, the inventor of the Test Pilot the...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Explore Luxury Lakeside Living

An All-Inclusive Getaway Close To Home Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided There’s a reason many people choose all-inclusive vacations when looking to travel. They want to get away from it all and totally relax. Now, there’s a place close by to do exactly that. Peninsula at Wilson Lake, located in the beautiful town of Florence, Alabama, is just under two hours from Nashville and Birmingham, three hours from Memphis, and four hours from Atlanta. A gated 120-acre...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

The Loveless Cafe's Tomato Cucumber Salad

The Perfect Summer Side Dish, Make It At Home or Enjoy At Loveless Cafe! Article by Provided | Photography by Photography Provided Ingredients: - 1 red onion, cut into 1/4 inch wedges - 4 cucumbers, peeled and sliced in 1/2 inch rounds - 3 Roma tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2 inch wedges - 1/2 tsp kosher salt - 1/2 tsp black pepper - 3/4 cup cider vinegar - 6 tbsp sugar - 2 tbsp canola oil - 1 tbsp chopped parsley   Directions: 1. Soak the red onion wedges in salted ice water for...

June 2024

Home + Design

A Carefree Lifestyle

Downsize Your Home, Not Your Standards Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided When homeowners are looking to downsize their properties, they really don’t want to downsize their high standard of living. “They still want a really nice kitchen and top-notch finishes,” says Gabrielle Dodson, a Realtor® with COMPASS. “They want a good-sized primary bedroom, bathroom, and pantry.” Basically, she explains, they want larger spaces where they need it, but not where they don't...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Close to Home

How Stuart Deming and his team “create actionable content to allow people to experience their local communities” through XPLR.NASH Article by John Zendrosky | Photography by Stuart Deming For many, adventure and exploration go hand in hand with passports, foreign languages, or incredibly exotic areas of nature. Stuart Deming of XPLR.NASH, however, wants people to think of exploration in a local, everyday way. For six years, the team at XPLR.NASH has been highlighting small businesses and...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Fresh Fish and Fine Dining

Joe Muer Seafood Prepares To Celebrate One Year Of Their Nashville Location Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided In the heart of Capitol View is Joe Muer Seafood, a renowned Detroit-based restaurant known for its sustainable, exceptionally fresh seafood and upscale dining experience. Although its Nashville location has been open for less than a year, it quickly captivated the city and has become a popular dinner and happy hour hot spot for locals and visitors alike. ...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Summer Calls For Road Trips Article and Photography by Laney Heard Summer is the perfect time for a road trip. The warm breeze and sunshine practically beg you to hit the open road.  But where to? Luckily, many great destinations are fairly close to Nashville. One of my favorite places for a road trip is Bardstown, Kentucky. Kentucky is more than just bluegrass and horses, although there is no shortage of either. It has beautiful scenery, trails, caves, a national park- and my favorite...

June 2024

Home Services

Real Estate Extraordinaire

Explore Local Real Estate With Jamie Shea Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided When it comes to real estate, Jamie Shea is a man who can do it all. An integral part of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Woodmont Realty team, Jamie has a familiar face, and he may be the man who will help you find your dream home. His career started in the late 1990s as an appraiser. However, after years of gaining experience and becoming an expert in the field, he decided to make...

June 2024

Health + Wellness

Exploring The Brain & Mental Health

Jason Wahler and Dr. Amen Sit Down And Discuss The Importance Of Brain And Mental Health Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography provided One area of health that often faces many misconceptions is mental and brain health. Engaging in conversations about these topics can be incredibly beneficial as these vulnerable moments can lead to healing and human connection. Brentwood Lifestyle had the opportunity to sit down with Jason Wahler and Dr. Daniel Amen, director and founder of the...

June 2024

Home + Design

Staycation Hot Spots

Head To One Of These Fabulous Hotels For A Staycation You Won't Forget Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided Summertime can often be hectic, making it challenging to plan a vacation out of town. Luckily, Middle Tennessee offers many opportunities for a staycation, many of which are less than an hour away from your doorstep. Staying at a local hotel for a staycation offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure,  letting you experience the luxury and comfort of a...

June 2024