Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman Low-quality selfie for a high quality day. A woman... a Black and Indian American woman as VP! Thank you Madam Vice President Kamala Harris for breaking this glass ceiling and for all the women who made it possible. #stillwithher
Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincya Açaí you! This açaí smoothie bowl from @cincyacaibol was so fresh and the pick-me-up I needed during these gloomy winter days. Is anyone else craving all the fresh fruits & veggies rn? 
——
@cincyacaibol operates over in the west end and is run through delivery or carry out that is brought to your car. But they have plans to open a storefront later this year 😍🙌🏻 #cincyeats #cincinnatiblogger
I AM A MAN. When Black sanitation workers in Mem I AM A MAN.  When Black sanitation workers in Memphis took to the streets in March 1968, they carried signs stating: I AM A MAN.  The purpose of the strike and march was to take a stand in favor of fair wages and better working conditions after the death of two sanitation employees, Echol Cole and Robert Walker.  This strike was a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. King joined to show his support. This is where he gave his last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” He was killed the next day.  The "I am a Man" Plaza is located next to Clayborn Temple in Memphis. The area includes a sculpture along with a wall listing the names of those who participated in the strikes.  We’ve come far, but there is still more to be done. #MLKDay
GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 Photo taken at @kinleyh Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 
Photo taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati because we do not have a tree this big and pretty with our two cats. 😂 swipe for more pics of their beautiful space! I hope you all have a peaceful, relaxing and joyful holiday!
Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail to go with his cookie. 🍪🍹 ⠀
Taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati downtown on Race Street.⠀
If you haven’t been I highly recommend for the vibes alone! But also the cocktails, desserts and customer service were 💯.⠀
The bar lounge area is decorated beautifully and was spacious so there was plenty of room for groups to safely distance from one another. ⠀
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Travel · August 9, 2016

18 Places To Eat, Drink and Have Fun in Nashville

18 Places to Eat, Drink and Have Fun in Nashville. This list of things to do in Nashville guarantees a fun time in the Music City.
I’m still raving about my trip to Nashville earlier this summer. It’s such a fun city and I hope I can make it back sometime again this year. Although, I also have New York City and New Orleans on the short bucket travel list for this fall. ? We’ll see if budgets allow for more travel. But, in all honestly, Nashville was a very affordable weekend trip, which is surprising since I was able to see and do so much during my weekend there. If you’re able to, I highly suggest visiting Nashville for a long weekend. The list below includes 18 places to eat, drink, and have fun in the Music City. I was able to check all of these off my list in just 3 days!

EAT

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
Hot Chicken is a must-do in Nashville. This chain was the most popular of the hot chicken locations, or at least from what I could tell by online reviews. It’s a fast casual kind of restaurant and makes a great stop for a quick bite to eat. And yep, the hot chicken can be spicy!
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden
These burgers are amazing! I was recommended by countless people to visit The Pharmacy and it did not disappoint. It was the perfect meal after spending the afternoon on the lake.
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Jeni’s Ice Cream
You can’t possibly go wrong with Jeni’s Ice Cream. The options are endless and creative like peaches and biscuit ice cream. And each cup of ice cream is served with a small piece of waffle cone. It made me so happy to get some cone with my cup. 🙂
5 Points Pizza
5 Points Pizza was a lifesaver. We stopped here late Saturday night and grabbed two slices from their walk-in area. The pizza was fresh, cheap and delicious. It’s a prime location nearby quite a few neighborhood bars and makes a great stop to soak up the beer.
Edley’s Barbecue & Peg Leg Porker
From my research, it became apparent that these two restaurants were the top local picks for barbecue. I enjoyed catfish tacos at Edley’s which were awesome. My BF didn’t care for his pork sandwich, but we both loved the Bushwacker (essentially a milkshake cocktail).
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I REALLY liked Peg Leg Porker. I had the ribs with baked beans and cole slaw. A heads up, PLP has a much smaller, streamlined menu. So, if you want some more options, especially if you’re with a larger group, then you’ll probably be better off at Edley’s.
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Pancake Pantry
This was another restaurant that was suggested by a ton of people. It’s a breakfast and lunch spot. I recommend going early if you don’t want to wait forever. The spot has a simple diner feel and is known for it’s sweet potato pancakes. The pancakes did not disappoint, but next time I visit I’ll probably choose a less traditional brunch spot.

 

DRINK

The Patterson House
The Patterson House looks inconspicuous on the outside which is part of the vibe. It’s got an underground speakeasy kind of feel and the drinks deliver. You’ll find a menu of handcrafted cocktails sorted by the type of liquor you prefer. There are four to five cocktail options for each liquor sorted from top to bottom by “most adventurous.” Try to challenge your taste buds here! Additionally, there are some classic cocktails to enjoy, plus a wine and beer selection. I’d like to try some of the snacks next time I visit.
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Fat Bottom Brewing
Local breweries are a great place to stop at when visiting new towns. Check out my review of Fat Bottom Brewing here.
The Crying Wolf
This was right by FBB and had a young, hip vibe that wasn’t too upscale. We were recommended to visit here from our Paddleboard tour guide and it felt like one of my favorite bars back home in Cincinnati.
Red Door Saloon
This bar also had a casual, kind of dirty vibe. Ha ha. I mean that in a complimentary way. After a long day, it’s nice to go to a neighborhood kind of bar and just relax.
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ACME Feed & Seed
This bar was downtown near all the craziness of the CMA Fest and while it was full of people, didn’t feel overwhelmingly crowded. Which was awesome. Even more importantly, the bartenders were quick! I had a Mulekicker. No clue what it was, but it was SO HOT that day and I wanted whatever the icy drink in the slushie machine was.
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George Jones Museum
Another bar/restaurant with multiple floors and a large rooftop bar with live music. There were plenty of hightop tables and seats by the balcony edge to enjoy the view and weather. GJM and ACME are downtown near Main Street so you’ll see a wide variety of people during your visit. They’re not far off the beaten path, but still worth visiting.

 

HAVE FUN

East Nashville & 5 Points Neighborhood
During my Nashville visit I spent a lot of time over in East Nashville and 5 Points Neighborhood. I think it makes a trip more fun if you take the time to explore different neighborhoods to see all that the city has to offer. This area of town reminded us one of our favorite neighborhoods back home, but with a nicer crowd.
Big Willie’s Sports – Paddleboarding
This was SO much fun! I wrote about my experience in depth here.
Metro Riverfront Park
Be sure to check out any events happening on Metro Riverfront Park. The view is awesome here and they often host free events and live music.
Honky Tonk Central
This is a bar so it could easily fit under the “DRINK” category. But, it really falls under entertainment. Even if you’re not into the country music scene, I think it’s important to check out some of the mainstream spots in town. This place had a fun vibe and good live music. We stopped here for a drink after a show.
Listening Room Cafe
The Listening Room is another quintessential Nashville place to visit. They host songwriter events with performers sharing some background about their songs before playing. It’s a unique experience.
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Ryman Auditorium
Ryman Auditorium is a beautiful building with a lot of history. If you’re able to, check out a show here while you’re in town. I’m so glad I did and I was in awe of the gorgeous room.
Have you ever been to Nashville? I’d love to hear your recommendations below! Have you taken any nice vacations recently? Let’s hear it!

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  1. Stephanie says

    August 9, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    That all sounds amazing.

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  2. Jenna Niel says

    August 11, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    I’ve always wanted to visited Nashville! I’ll keep these places in mind if I ever make it!

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@cincyacaibol operates over in the west end and is run through delivery or carry out that is brought to your car. But they have plans to open a storefront later this year 😍🙌🏻 #cincyeats #cincinnatiblogger
I AM A MAN. When Black sanitation workers in Mem I AM A MAN.  When Black sanitation workers in Memphis took to the streets in March 1968, they carried signs stating: I AM A MAN.  The purpose of the strike and march was to take a stand in favor of fair wages and better working conditions after the death of two sanitation employees, Echol Cole and Robert Walker.  This strike was a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. King joined to show his support. This is where he gave his last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” He was killed the next day.  The "I am a Man" Plaza is located next to Clayborn Temple in Memphis. The area includes a sculpture along with a wall listing the names of those who participated in the strikes.  We’ve come far, but there is still more to be done. #MLKDay
GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 Photo taken at @kinleyh Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 
Photo taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati because we do not have a tree this big and pretty with our two cats. 😂 swipe for more pics of their beautiful space! I hope you all have a peaceful, relaxing and joyful holiday!
Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail to go with his cookie. 🍪🍹 ⠀
Taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati downtown on Race Street.⠀
If you haven’t been I highly recommend for the vibes alone! But also the cocktails, desserts and customer service were 💯.⠀
The bar lounge area is decorated beautifully and was spacious so there was plenty of room for groups to safely distance from one another. ⠀
Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last we Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last week with Ryan and it’s so cute! 
Photo opps and lots of local businesses set up inside to safely shop. Swipe to see more of the vendors and the goodies we picked up from @andsundries! 🛍 🎄 #nky

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