Life + Culture

Living Their Best Lives

A senior community that encourages a well-rounded lifestyle Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided While some seniors may think that transitioning into a senior living community means giving up their independence, residents of The Heritage at Brentwood, a Life Care® Community, are clearly not doing so. “At The Heritage, independent living is both encouraged and enabled so strongly that you’re more apt to increase your independence than for it to diminish,” says Hank Dye...

Travel

Home Away From Home

Waymore’s Guest House is your next great getaway that doesn’t need a boarding pass. Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Provided by Waymore's Guest House When it comes to December vacations, travel can often feel more like a hassle than a holiday. Between packed airports, unpredictable weather, and the chaos that comes with the season, getting away can sometimes be more exhausting than relaxing. This year calls for something simpler: a staycation that feels like an escape without ever...

Local Services

A Season of Kindness

Friends of MACC reminds us that compassion is the greatest gift of all Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided As the holiday season and the new year approach, the spirit of giving fills the air. Yet amid the celebrations, one group often goes unnoticed: the stray and abandoned animals in our community. Dedicated to giving these animals a second chance, Friends of MACC, a local, volunteer-run nonprofit, partners with Metro Animal Care and Control (MACC) to support the...

Food + Beverage

Hot Chocolate Affair

Loews Nashville Hotel is hosting its second annual Hot Chocolate Affair to fetch in a frosty winter Article by Mary Compton | Photography by Photography Provided From the Hot Hot, Hot Chocolate dance in the Polar Express to the ancient Aztecs and Mayans, who created this cozy concoction, it’s a marshmallow world in the winter and not quite Christmas without a quaint cup of hot chocolate. Celebrate with us as we take a sip of the season. Loews Nashville Hotel is sharing the season with its...

Health + Wellness

Personalized Podiatric Care from Premium Providers

Keep your feet and ankles healthy this winter and all year round Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided When Dr. Yerusalem Lanier graduated from residency five years ago, she was not only a new podiatrist, but also new to Nashville. No one knew her, and she understood that if she wanted her practice, Cutting Edge Foot and Ankle Clinic, to be successful, she had to change that, and fast. “I had zero patients and one employee, so I had to be my own representative,” she...

Life + Culture

Reindeer Road Trip

The Reindeer Farm is a squeal of an excursion for family and friends to meet Santa’s best Article by Mary Compton | Photography by Russell Anderson Now Dasher, now Dancer, now Prancer and Vixen, on Comet on Cupid, on Mistletoe and Flea. Mistletoe and Flea are just two of the crew of 10 reindeer at The Reindeer Farm in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The only reindeer farm in the South was started during COVID-19 in 2020 as a family project. Four years prior, husband and wife Russell and Jessica...

Arts + Culture

Behind The Puppets

Meet Megan Piphus — artist, author, four-time Emmy Award winner, and puppeteer behind Sesame Street’s Gabrielle. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Christy Hunter Hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio, Piphus has always been driven by passion. While her parents — her mother, a speech pathologist, and her father, a pastor — were at work, she often spent her days with an elder of the church who introduced her to PBS and the world of puppetry. Piphus credits her early education to shows such as ...

Home + Design

Crafting Incredible Kitchen & Bath Designs

An experienced team that creates beautiful and functional spaces tailored for you and your family Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided Updating a kitchen and/or bathroom adds enormous value to any home. But, more importantly, having a beautiful space that fits your aesthetic and needs brings a level of functionality and appreciation that is priceless. Unfortunately, many homeowners are intimidated by the entire process. After all, there are myriad steps involved, from...

Life + Culture

2025 Gift Guide

Your Local Gift Guide For This Holiday Season Article by Sophie Brock Finding the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season can feel overwhelming. Not to worry, because here at Brentwood Lifestyle, we have compiled a gift guide that's perfect for everyone on your nice list! These gifts can be found at local businesses, so no need to order online this year, happy shopping!   Loveless Cafe - “ Taste of the Loveless " - ($137.00) lovelesscafe.com Canvas Skin -  Kalo Cream...

Travel

Journey of Renewal

Discover how Mii amo inspire guests to live more intentionally and more thankfully. Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments to slow down, reflect, and care for both body and mind has never been more essential. True well-being goes beyond rest; it’s about stepping back with intention, reconnecting with yourself, and embracing gratitude. Since opening its doors in 2001, Mii amo, nestled in the iconic Boynton Canyon of Sedona...