Travel

Southern Hospitality, Gallatin Charm

Roux’s Creole Cafe: Where Mardi Gras is more about meaning than mischief. Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Provided by Roux's Creole Cafe When James and Holley Lampley opened Roux’s Creole Café in Gallatin, they weren’t just adding another restaurant to the local dining scene—they were bringing an entire culture with them. Warm, soulful, and deeply rooted in Southern tradition, Roux’s has quickly become a place where food is more than a meal; it’s a celebration. And with Mardi Gras...

Life + Culture

All In, All the Time

Queen of Local Love, Kim Baker, Continues Turning Passion, Pink, and Purpose into a Community-Wide Celebration with Kimfetti & Co. Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Ciera + Co. If you ask anyone in Gallatin who knows how to show up for a community, Kim Baker’s name comes up fast—and always with a smile. As President & CEO of the Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce, Kim has spent more than a decade pouring energy, heart, and an unwavering belief in people into the city she chose as...

Arts + Culture

Love's Blooming in Buttercream

Gallatin’s award-winning floral cupcake artist creates edible art for birthdays, weddings, and Valentine’s Day Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Cedar and Light Photography For Katherine Halbeck, creativity didn’t arrive with a business plan—it revealed itself quietly, one piped petal at a time. Today, the Gallatin-based owner of Blooming Kupcakes is a multi-award-winning cupcake artist, known for transforming humble cupcakes into couture-level floral arrangements that feel as...

Travel

Romance in Reach

Local Escapes Perfect for Couples Looking for a Weekend Away but Close to Home Article by Kim Thompson, You Can Fly Travels There’s something special about slipping away without going far—a road trip that starts in Gallatin and leads to fresh scenery, slower moments, and a renewed sense of connection. Travel expert Kim Thompson, owner of You Can Fly Travels, shares her favorite close-to-home escapes that feel romantic, restorative, and effortlessly doable. Whether you’re craving mountain...