Education

Dancing Into The Holidays

Nick Mullikin Shares The Mission and Magic Behind Nashville’s Nutcracker Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Karyn Photography, Sarah Hartsell Founded in 1986, Nashville Ballet is a nonprofit organization that has become the largest professional ballet company in Tennessee. With original ballets by Artistic Director and CEO, Nick Mullikin, in addition to an impressive repertoire of classical ballet and boundary-pushing choreographers, they are home to many talented dancers and have become...

Wellness

Cowboy Ranch Rescue

Founder Britney Ruegsegger Found Purpose in Rescuing Horses and Building Community Article and Photography by Morgan Raum Britney Ruegsegger has always loved horses. Growing up in Colorado, she showed horses on the Quarter Horse circuit, competing in both English and Western events and simply fell in love with them. She only ever had good experiences—the horses she worked with were safe, well-trained, and well-behaved. After graduating from college, Britney began working as a nurse. Although...

Food + Beverage

Hosting With Style

Content Creator and Hosting Expert Samantha Bauchmann Shares Her Tips and Tricks For Elevating Your Next Gathering Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Lindsey McAlister Samantha Bauchmann has built a community around her love of approachable, beautifully styled entertaining. From grazing boards and tablescapes to holiday celebrations and backyard gatherings, her philosophy is simple: entertaining should feel joyful and bring loved ones together. From seamless touches that elevate the...

Food + Beverage

The Art of Staying In

A Conversation With Ryan Reisdorf, Founder of Placemat. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided by Placemat Placemat was born from a simple idea: bring the experience of a restaurant-quality meal into the comfort of your own home. Founder Ryan Reisdorf combined his passion for hospitality and entrepreneurship to create a platform that connects restaurants and private culinary talent with customers seeking elevated dining experiences in their own homes or Airbnb rentals. What started...

Food + Beverage

The Food Brain Behind Secret Bodega

How Chicago-born food entrepreneur, Jesse Valenciana, is turning nostalgia, global flavors, and collaboration into something uniquely Nashville. Article by Kat Seaton Giarratano | Photography by Provided by Secret Bodega Jesse Valenciana is a Chicago-born, Nashville-based author, food nerd, and the guy behind Secret Bodega—a street food–inspired restaurant that started as a pop-up and never stopped pushing the envelope. He’s written ManBQue , Eat Street , and most recently ...

Food + Beverage

Where Music Meets Culinary Excellence

Welcome To 888, An Intimate Japanese Dining Experience In The Heart Of Music City. Article by Morgan Raum 888 has earned its slot as one of Nashville’s most sought-after reservations. Tucked inside the JW Marriott, the space seamlessly blends intimate Japanese dining with the nostalgic charm of a vinyl listening room. Every detail, from the food and music to the design, comes together to create a thoughtful intersection of culture, atmosphere, and flavor. Upon entering the doors, patrons are...

Food + Beverage

Meet Me At Happy Hour

A List Of Some Of Nashville’s Best Happy Hours Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Provided Nashville continues to solidify its slot as one of the south’s most exciting culinary destinations. Though we love our hot chicken and barbecue, Music City continues to prove it has an impressive food scene that goes far beyond its southern staples. From cocktails to entrees to culinary experiences, the city pushes the boundaries of what a Nashville dining experience can be, blending Southern...

Arts + Culture

Blue Highways

A collaborative Nashville fashion story inspired by the freedom of the open road, the rebellion of rock ’n’ roll, and classic Americana. Photography by Jon Morgan Photography Blue Highways  is a collaborative editorial project from Wedgewood-Houston menswear destination Simon Says, Jon Morgan Photography, and the stylish Nashville-based band The Sea Monks. Inspired by motorcycle films of the 1960s and ’70s, the shoot reimagines the open road through a modern lens, blending classic Americana...

Life + Culture

My Nashville Style Guide

Article by Kat Seaton Giarratano | Photography by Megan Munoz With a background in fashion and a career rooted in creativity, Publisher Kat Seaton has always been influenced by her surroundings. As the publisher of  Music City | City Lifestyle , she spends her days discovering the people, businesses, and spaces that make Nashville special—and those experiences continually shape her own sense of style. For this issue, Kat has curated a personal list of favorite local spots that spark her...

Arts + Culture

A Creative Vision Rooted In Culture

Alex and Shivani Darsinos Discuss The Details Behind Their Latest Concept, Leo Vas. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Athanasois Lazarou, Minnie Morklithavong Located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood, husband-and-wife duo Alexandros and Shivani Darsinos have cultivated a community rooted in art, culture, and style. Two years after opening their beloved coffee shop, Cafe Babu—known for its distinctive architecture, designed by Alex—the pair have expanded across the street with their...