This will not be an annoying series of parts. However, I want to relay some yummy things I chewed on in the past week or so that I failed to mention in the original. Hence, part deux:
- Cha-Cha's atmosphere and food overall were deliciously fun. Since it was going to be a tea house originally, they have a plethora of choices which I admired.
- Curry chicken salad at Cafe Coco's - get over the college kids and wanna-be college kids and support this cheap-eats dig with live muzak in the back
- Family Wash's - Beet salad and chicken pot pie. I heard the carrot cake is out of this world (I just stared and drooled but our table gobbled it up and sang praises.) We were happy campers with the live bluegrass strumming from eight o'clock on...their website divulges the bands in queue
- Pimento cheese (on-the-run) from The Picnic....reminds me of sandwiches on our sailboat topped with a salty-dog deli's version we used to hit in P'cola.
That's all I got so...
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Featured Sites:
The Picnic http://www.thepicniccafe.com/
Cha-Cha's http://www.chachahnashville.com/
Family Wash http://www.familywash.com/
Cafe Coco's http://www.cafecoco.com/
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Sunday, September 27, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009
Good Eats Quickie
Ok, I'm on the run these days so a quick update -- loved recent eats at the following:
- BBQ ribs at the Station Inn
- Local Taco brisket taco and guac
- curried chicken salad at Cafe Coco's
- kale from The Produce Place
- Lunch special at Peter's Sushi for only $9 I got 2 rolls, soup and salad - and it was delicious and fresh!
Going to grab a bite with friends at Family Wash tonight. Yee-haw, it's the weekend! Eat up, Nashville!
- BBQ ribs at the Station Inn
- Local Taco brisket taco and guac
- curried chicken salad at Cafe Coco's
- kale from The Produce Place
- Lunch special at Peter's Sushi for only $9 I got 2 rolls, soup and salad - and it was delicious and fresh!
Going to grab a bite with friends at Family Wash tonight. Yee-haw, it's the weekend! Eat up, Nashville!
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Fleeing to 4th Avenue, Franklin
Nashville old timers complain that this town just aint what it used to be. I'm sure 10 years ago the traffic didn't jam and the snow fell a little softer. Frankly, if we could take off 10 years of wrinkles we likely would. However, with red brake lights and global warming also comes...more restaurants. We just want to eat and drink our blues away. While I had to leave the sauce behind (15-29 did me in) I still have to eat! What better place to do it than the place "old timers" keep telling me is only getting better: Historic Franklin.
I'm lucky enough to have started working 'off the square' of Franklin and all it's fantastic eats. Since I'm usually only there two meals a day - breakfast and lunch - I'll focus on those today. However, I can't wait to stay late and catch dinner at Red Pony, Sol or Flying Horse.
Here are a few favorites thus far. All of them have that authentic "old grocery store," friendly-neighbor, "old-time cafe" feel. Menus on chalk boards....Cracker Barrel eat your heart out.
110 4th Ave. South 790-3755
Pucketts http://www.puckettsgrocery.com/
120 4th Ave. South 794-5527
Xoconochco http://www.xoconochco.com/
434 Main St. 599-0236
I'm lucky enough to have started working 'off the square' of Franklin and all it's fantastic eats. Since I'm usually only there two meals a day - breakfast and lunch - I'll focus on those today. However, I can't wait to stay late and catch dinner at Red Pony, Sol or Flying Horse.
Here are a few favorites thus far. All of them have that authentic "old grocery store," friendly-neighbor, "old-time cafe" feel. Menus on chalk boards....Cracker Barrel eat your heart out.
- Mercantile Deli - some of the best tomato basil soup. Perfect cream to tomato ratio with sweetness and basil balance. Dig into their walnut chicken salad, chili, umlimited salad bar or wraps. Good value and friendly hipsters live here, too (Emma's chic smile and down-home demeanor will bring you back daily!)
- Merridees - best breads and coffee in Franklin. I like either the viking (multi grain) or raisin-cinnamon. The frozen fruit side is divine - yogurt, nuts and fruit blended and frozen in a cupcake cup. Mmmmm even when it's chilly out.
- Pucketts - wow, meat-n-three meets big-ole-burgers (I can't wait to go back and try one). I had some fantastic tomato soup, collards, cole slaw, great little potato pankake thing? Remember, I'm not from these parts so I'm just warmin' up on what to order. Plus, I need to hit this joint when the musicians are pickin' on stage!
- Xoconochco - my diversion to Main Street hosts the best hot chocolate ever sipped. It's pricy (but so is Starbucks and we frequent more than we admit). Try one of their flavored whipped creams and indulge while perched at the new, posh bar.
Nashville, I apologize for the gap in good-eatin'-coverage. Unfortunately, I haven't been out saving the Earth (or even eating my way through it!) The good news is I'm back in the eating out saddle! More reviews coming soon so until then...
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Featured Sites:
Mercantile Deli http://www.franklinmercantile.com/
100 4th Ave. North 790-9730 (I'm stopping with my ATL area code obsession...)
Merridess http://www.merridees.com/110 4th Ave. South 790-3755
Pucketts http://www.puckettsgrocery.com/
120 4th Ave. South 794-5527
Xoconochco http://www.xoconochco.com/
434 Main St. 599-0236
Monday, November 12, 2007
Whole Lotta Fun
Unless you are under that rock again, you cannot miss the new Whole Foods. It is the most buzzed 'bout place right now and for good reason. While I love and will stay loyal to The Produce Place, I can't help but be lured into the big-box organic grocer/dining hall! This particular store is an upgrade from those who know it from neighboring stores in Kentucky and Atlanta. After entering the store you can wander through a well-stocked flower and produce section to the seafood and finally (gasp!) a hot-made-to-order bar! Yes, you can cozy up on a bar stool and order salmon caesar salad (ok), a burger (could make the impending tour) or crab cake sandwich. My friend, Katie, ordered fries with her chicken and ham sammie and I ended up eating half of them (just helping a bud out.) I guess you can say they were tasty (click, click, click).
Once you are thoroughly foggy from warm goodness, head over to the prepared foods section. Everyone can be happy here - you'll find sushi, made-to-order pizzas and paninis, chicken salad and my favorite smoked mozzarella pasta salad. There are sooo many cheeses, desserts, breads and soups to choose. Finally, as you have entered food euphoria, don't foget to try their fantastic red pepper or zesty garlic hummus. Whole Foods gives you two salad bars - one "traditional" and the other with "designer" stuff like wedges with buttermilk dressing and mediterranean salad. Please, don't forget to grab a hot chocolate or chai tea latte from up front. Oh, and when it heats up again, they have gelato. Another plus to this place, try anything for free. Recycle bags (that includes Target, Kroger, etc.) at 5 cents per piece. I love it when helping the earth is easy.
Did these guys forget anything? No, Whole Body, for those interested in vitamins, hemp clothing and eco-friendly cosmetics are in luck next door. Both stores are a whole lotta fun, but bring your whole wallet.
Whole Foods in located in the new Hill Center
4021 Hillsboro Pike
615.440.5100
Please, park in the Hill Center parking garage, not at the Y
http://www.wholefoods.com/
Once you are thoroughly foggy from warm goodness, head over to the prepared foods section. Everyone can be happy here - you'll find sushi, made-to-order pizzas and paninis, chicken salad and my favorite smoked mozzarella pasta salad. There are sooo many cheeses, desserts, breads and soups to choose. Finally, as you have entered food euphoria, don't foget to try their fantastic red pepper or zesty garlic hummus. Whole Foods gives you two salad bars - one "traditional" and the other with "designer" stuff like wedges with buttermilk dressing and mediterranean salad. Please, don't forget to grab a hot chocolate or chai tea latte from up front. Oh, and when it heats up again, they have gelato. Another plus to this place, try anything for free. Recycle bags (that includes Target, Kroger, etc.) at 5 cents per piece. I love it when helping the earth is easy.
Did these guys forget anything? No, Whole Body, for those interested in vitamins, hemp clothing and eco-friendly cosmetics are in luck next door. Both stores are a whole lotta fun, but bring your whole wallet.
Whole Foods in located in the new Hill Center
4021 Hillsboro Pike
615.440.5100
Please, park in the Hill Center parking garage, not at the Y
http://www.wholefoods.com/
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Local Produce PLUS LUNCH!
I'm long-winded. In an effort to keep y'all reading, I'm shortening the posts. Let me know what ya think bmyrick@musiccityeats.com
Lunching in Sylvan Park has few options. If you're in the neighborhood and need lunch to-go plus a little shopping hit The Produce Place. Owner, Barry Burnette, is celebrating 20 years at his Murphy Road location. The Produce Place continues to support local grown produce, dairy and meats. I pick up sausages, cheeses, greens and fruit grown in Tennessee. Back to lunch - They make three-four soups fresh daily and their chicken salad is out of this world. They also have pre-made blue cheese and "cafe" salads ready-to-go. Stop in to pick up gourds for your low-cost centerpiece (2 for $1). Don't forget to pick up bread or gourmet chocolates - sizable sections of both items. Lastly, my boyfriend's addicted to the vanilla granola. These guys boast a huge wall of flavors plus nuts and dried fruits.
Even if you don't live in Sylvan Park this place is worth the drive. It's better than fighting the soon-to-be-overwhelming-crowds at the new Green Hills Whole Foods.
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Lunching in Sylvan Park has few options. If you're in the neighborhood and need lunch to-go plus a little shopping hit The Produce Place. Owner, Barry Burnette, is celebrating 20 years at his Murphy Road location. The Produce Place continues to support local grown produce, dairy and meats. I pick up sausages, cheeses, greens and fruit grown in Tennessee. Back to lunch - They make three-four soups fresh daily and their chicken salad is out of this world. They also have pre-made blue cheese and "cafe" salads ready-to-go. Stop in to pick up gourds for your low-cost centerpiece (2 for $1). Don't forget to pick up bread or gourmet chocolates - sizable sections of both items. Lastly, my boyfriend's addicted to the vanilla granola. These guys boast a huge wall of flavors plus nuts and dried fruits.
Even if you don't live in Sylvan Park this place is worth the drive. It's better than fighting the soon-to-be-overwhelming-crowds at the new Green Hills Whole Foods.
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Monday, October 8, 2007
Intro to Nashville Eating
In moving to Nashville my boyfriend quickly warned me of the ranch dressing phenomena. "This is a ranch dressing town, not a lot of folks eat out a lot." Now, I did not believe this! I was visiting in March 2006 and saw Keith and Nicole walk into Park Cafe. This town has to eat - there are just too many cool cats running around. So, upon moving to Nashville, I decided to eat my way through it (as many do on vacation, but why limit oneself?)I started this weekend with my friends Amy and Elin. Here is what we found.
Since I love my neighborhood's Park Cafe tucked in an old Sylvan Park home, we decided to head East to buzzed 'bout newcomer Eastland Cafe located at 97 Chapel Avenue. No worries, these guys still bake green chili mac-n-cheese. However, they also are firing up some soon-to-be new faves. Their spicy szechuan spinach and red wine mashed potatoes I hope to see as featured side items again. Amy started with their cafe salad topped with a house vinaigrette and goat cheese cake - nice dollops of the white stuff surrounding greens. Secondly, I dug into some ok crab cakes that were not too crabby, not too bready - their black bean and corn salsa accompanied with a well-seasoned remoulade sauce made helped. Elin shared some of her duck special (paired with that yummy spinach). Unfortunately, she found it to be mediocre; however, she loved the side of coconut rice and a glass of recommended Riesling. Amy and I dug into beef tenderloin in a red wine reduction topped with caramelized parsnips. Now I'm ready for fall.
A big thanks to our cheery Eastland server, Ashley, for her wine recommendation. I don't care if they got a deal on the stuff, it was a bold Primitivo Italian red that I was happy to only pay $40 to drink! Normally, I jot down wine names but I think I was a little too into the stuff to pull out a pen. All of us commented on the open floor plan, large wood bar and brasserie mirrors lining the main dining wall. The happening ambiance missing at Park Cafe (although I love the quiet small rooms) is in full effect at Eastland. Sadly, we did not get dessert. Don't worry, we promptly started making up for this the rest of the weekend. PS - Eastland has a kids menu. Though I didn't see any tots it does make me think you could head there with little ones on weekdays. Also, their pizzas looked awesome. I've had that goat cheese brulee before and pouted this time since no one wanted to share it with me.
If you haven't checked out the new buzzed 'bout Hill Center then you clearly have lived under a rock or large interstate overpass these last few weeks. Please, get over there and expand your shopping horizons. Nashville is now boasting some seriously cool chains including West Elm, Swoozies, Mitchell Gold Furniture and Anthropologie. Apart from the national guys we saw Hemline, an upscale trendy women's boutique, that features such lines as BCBG, Anna Sui, Nicole Miller and Bianca Nero. I won't brag too much about this new shop (except that it's making my NY shopping trips less frequent) since the owner is a friend. However, step in to lather up in Kai beauty products (great gifts) and slink into Cosabella lingere. Posh opened a larger sister store and a new wine concept store that sells bottles at $20 and under (finally, vino for the masses in a civilized setting) rounds out notables. While Pei Wei is the only place conveniently to nosh, soon you can head to Whole Foods (think Wild Oats taken up a notch).
After roughing up the puppies a little bit we rested our limbs at Bread and Company (with in walking distance of the Hill Center off Hillsboro) for lighter fare. We loved the salad trio and drink for $10. I adore the angel hair pasta chicken salad (not too mayo laden) with specks of red pepper. For a second time I munched on the Mediterranean salad (artichokes, peppers, olives, tomatoes and feta). Their curried chicken salad is also quite yummy. Ladies, this place is practically dying for you to steal recipes - they print detailed ingredients on each of their salads' place cards! Steer clear from the turkey and artichoke salad (they take mayo from the chicken salad and add here.) Their lemonade is not too sweet not too sour. Folks line up for made-to-order sandwiches and they overflow with meat. Lastly, if you don't occasionally tempt yourself at the dessert bar then you may be an alien. Amy and I tried an espresso chocolate brownie and were not disappointed. Truly, these Bread and Company desserts look like they're out of a French patisserie. If you're in a hurry pick up a pre-made salad or sandwich in their open fridge near check out. Afterwards we headed to the Venetian for pedicures (I told you the puppies were barking) and loved the exfoliating and massaging treatment. It's too pricey to indulge each week ($28 for a regular or $35 for the advanced), however, you can't beat the Green Hills convenience factor.
I felt pretty well loved while lounging on my couch watching Tennessee blow out Georgia Saturday afternoon. However, Amy and Elin both needed a little sustenance. So I pulled out some chimay cheese I bought Friday at Corrieri's Formaggeria off 12th Avenue South (1110 Caruthers Avenue). While chimay is a bit strong and not for the average cheese eater (none of my group liked it but me) they also offer an array of goat, brie and goudas. They let you taste anything and everything so you can't go home with a bad pick. Corrieri's also boasts great Italian meats (think prosciutto, sopresatta and bresaola), fun sodas and top-notch vinegars and oils. They'll put together party trays and heat up paninis for lunch.
Saturday night we headed to a friend's barbeque to watch LSU-FL (I'm a very sad little gator this Monday). Our friends really grilled up some meat. Stephen had stopped by Todd's Butcher shop off Charlotte Ave. (he also has a Green Hills older location) and grabbed some delicious Italian sausages. I love Todd's marinated free range chickens and ALWAYS his filets and strips. Plus, he'll sharpen knives for a dollar each. After a sad loss we decided to numb our senses and headed to Dan McGuinness located on Demonbreun for cocktails. While we had lots of fun company I HATE the small plastic cup they served my vodka club soda. Please, upgrade ASAP. However, their bartenders do an excellent job of keeping up with the masses' orders.
Don't worry, we made it to brunch on Sunday. Since we had been in Green Hills, Amy spotted Noshville. She's from Atlanta and I'm happy to take her to a local deli because we honestly don't do this kosher deli thing very well in the south. Noshville does a few things right. One, they create great big stuffed omelets. Two, they make delicious rugelach. Not too sweet - it let's the chocolate or the fruit dominate. Three, I'm obsessed with how giant their pastrami and other deli sandwiches are. Must go back for a reuben. Folks, you get your money's worth on the sandwich and fry front. Lastly, Amy's nova salmon, bagel and sides were good. Do not order bacon....these guys don't believe in thick cuts. Go early because the church crowds pour in at 10:30 AM and after noon. I had to stay in Sunday night to wallow in my full stomach. Don't worry, more lunches to report on this week....stay tuned and
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Featured sites:
http://www.eastlandcafe.com/
http://www.breadandcompany.com/
http://www.cfcheese.com/
http://www.danmcguinnesspub.com/
http://www.noshville.com/
http://www.toddsbutchershop.com/
Other mentions:
http://www.peiwei.com/
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
Since I love my neighborhood's Park Cafe tucked in an old Sylvan Park home, we decided to head East to buzzed 'bout newcomer Eastland Cafe located at 97 Chapel Avenue. No worries, these guys still bake green chili mac-n-cheese. However, they also are firing up some soon-to-be new faves. Their spicy szechuan spinach and red wine mashed potatoes I hope to see as featured side items again. Amy started with their cafe salad topped with a house vinaigrette and goat cheese cake - nice dollops of the white stuff surrounding greens. Secondly, I dug into some ok crab cakes that were not too crabby, not too bready - their black bean and corn salsa accompanied with a well-seasoned remoulade sauce made helped. Elin shared some of her duck special (paired with that yummy spinach). Unfortunately, she found it to be mediocre; however, she loved the side of coconut rice and a glass of recommended Riesling. Amy and I dug into beef tenderloin in a red wine reduction topped with caramelized parsnips. Now I'm ready for fall.
A big thanks to our cheery Eastland server, Ashley, for her wine recommendation. I don't care if they got a deal on the stuff, it was a bold Primitivo Italian red that I was happy to only pay $40 to drink! Normally, I jot down wine names but I think I was a little too into the stuff to pull out a pen. All of us commented on the open floor plan, large wood bar and brasserie mirrors lining the main dining wall. The happening ambiance missing at Park Cafe (although I love the quiet small rooms) is in full effect at Eastland. Sadly, we did not get dessert. Don't worry, we promptly started making up for this the rest of the weekend. PS - Eastland has a kids menu. Though I didn't see any tots it does make me think you could head there with little ones on weekdays. Also, their pizzas looked awesome. I've had that goat cheese brulee before and pouted this time since no one wanted to share it with me.
If you haven't checked out the new buzzed 'bout Hill Center then you clearly have lived under a rock or large interstate overpass these last few weeks. Please, get over there and expand your shopping horizons. Nashville is now boasting some seriously cool chains including West Elm, Swoozies, Mitchell Gold Furniture and Anthropologie. Apart from the national guys we saw Hemline, an upscale trendy women's boutique, that features such lines as BCBG, Anna Sui, Nicole Miller and Bianca Nero. I won't brag too much about this new shop (except that it's making my NY shopping trips less frequent) since the owner is a friend. However, step in to lather up in Kai beauty products (great gifts) and slink into Cosabella lingere. Posh opened a larger sister store and a new wine concept store that sells bottles at $20 and under (finally, vino for the masses in a civilized setting) rounds out notables. While Pei Wei is the only place conveniently to nosh, soon you can head to Whole Foods (think Wild Oats taken up a notch).
After roughing up the puppies a little bit we rested our limbs at Bread and Company (with in walking distance of the Hill Center off Hillsboro) for lighter fare. We loved the salad trio and drink for $10. I adore the angel hair pasta chicken salad (not too mayo laden) with specks of red pepper. For a second time I munched on the Mediterranean salad (artichokes, peppers, olives, tomatoes and feta). Their curried chicken salad is also quite yummy. Ladies, this place is practically dying for you to steal recipes - they print detailed ingredients on each of their salads' place cards! Steer clear from the turkey and artichoke salad (they take mayo from the chicken salad and add here.) Their lemonade is not too sweet not too sour. Folks line up for made-to-order sandwiches and they overflow with meat. Lastly, if you don't occasionally tempt yourself at the dessert bar then you may be an alien. Amy and I tried an espresso chocolate brownie and were not disappointed. Truly, these Bread and Company desserts look like they're out of a French patisserie. If you're in a hurry pick up a pre-made salad or sandwich in their open fridge near check out. Afterwards we headed to the Venetian for pedicures (I told you the puppies were barking) and loved the exfoliating and massaging treatment. It's too pricey to indulge each week ($28 for a regular or $35 for the advanced), however, you can't beat the Green Hills convenience factor.
I felt pretty well loved while lounging on my couch watching Tennessee blow out Georgia Saturday afternoon. However, Amy and Elin both needed a little sustenance. So I pulled out some chimay cheese I bought Friday at Corrieri's Formaggeria off 12th Avenue South (1110 Caruthers Avenue). While chimay is a bit strong and not for the average cheese eater (none of my group liked it but me) they also offer an array of goat, brie and goudas. They let you taste anything and everything so you can't go home with a bad pick. Corrieri's also boasts great Italian meats (think prosciutto, sopresatta and bresaola), fun sodas and top-notch vinegars and oils. They'll put together party trays and heat up paninis for lunch.
Saturday night we headed to a friend's barbeque to watch LSU-FL (I'm a very sad little gator this Monday). Our friends really grilled up some meat. Stephen had stopped by Todd's Butcher shop off Charlotte Ave. (he also has a Green Hills older location) and grabbed some delicious Italian sausages. I love Todd's marinated free range chickens and ALWAYS his filets and strips. Plus, he'll sharpen knives for a dollar each. After a sad loss we decided to numb our senses and headed to Dan McGuinness located on Demonbreun for cocktails. While we had lots of fun company I HATE the small plastic cup they served my vodka club soda. Please, upgrade ASAP. However, their bartenders do an excellent job of keeping up with the masses' orders.
Don't worry, we made it to brunch on Sunday. Since we had been in Green Hills, Amy spotted Noshville. She's from Atlanta and I'm happy to take her to a local deli because we honestly don't do this kosher deli thing very well in the south. Noshville does a few things right. One, they create great big stuffed omelets. Two, they make delicious rugelach. Not too sweet - it let's the chocolate or the fruit dominate. Three, I'm obsessed with how giant their pastrami and other deli sandwiches are. Must go back for a reuben. Folks, you get your money's worth on the sandwich and fry front. Lastly, Amy's nova salmon, bagel and sides were good. Do not order bacon....these guys don't believe in thick cuts. Go early because the church crowds pour in at 10:30 AM and after noon. I had to stay in Sunday night to wallow in my full stomach. Don't worry, more lunches to report on this week....stay tuned and
KEEP EATING OUT, NASHVILLE!
Featured sites:
http://www.eastlandcafe.com/
http://www.breadandcompany.com/
http://www.cfcheese.com/
http://www.danmcguinnesspub.com/
http://www.noshville.com/
http://www.toddsbutchershop.com/
Other mentions:
http://www.peiwei.com/
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
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