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🌭 Hot diggity dog, it’s National Hot Dog Day

Hot diggity dog: Here’s where to get hot dogs in Nashville
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Out late when the hot dog craving strikes? Stop by Daddy’s Dogs in Printers Ally. | Photo via @daddysdogsnash
Whether you love a traditional dog or opt for the vegetarian option, here are nine spots around town serving up their own spin on the cookout classic.

Daddy’s Dogs, Locations vary
From grilled corn and cotija cheese (Eloté dog) to mac and cheese (Mac Daddy), there are toppings for every taste.

Cori’s DogHouse, 401 S. Mt. Juliet Rd., Mt. Juliet
You can find 30+ state- and city-themed dogs here. Pro tip: Sub any hot dog for a veggie dog.

The Pharmacy, Locations vary
Choose from house-made kielbasa, bratwurst, ginger-tinged jagerwurst, and other sausages — served with kraut and horseradish mustard or beer mustard.

I Dream of Weenie, 113 S. 11th St.
Hot dogs are the new brunch. On Sundays, order specialty dogs with hashbrown casserole and eggs Benedict. Plus, check the board for daily specials.

A hot dog with mac and cheese on top

Dig into this cheesy hot dog at I Dream of Weenie. | Photo by NASHtoday

Double Dogs, Locations vary
If you’re craving a hot dog but your friends aren’t on board, Double Dogs features a loaded menu that also includes four hot dogs options.

Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen, 1004 4th Ave. N.
Come for the beer, stay for the bratwurst. Pair any of the 38 beers on tap with Von Elrod’s classic bratwurst or a spicy chicken sausage.

Jay’s Chicago, Locations vary
On the hunt for a classic Chicago dog? This food truck offers Vienna hot dogs, Polish sausage, and bratwurst in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Nash Dogs, Locations vary
Order a specialty dog or build your own. If you choose the latter, be sure to ask for crushed potato chips on top.

Hugh Baby’s, Locations vary
This fast-casual burger joint offers four types of hot dogs, but no stop at Hugh Baby’s is complete without hand-cut fries and a shake.

A hot dog with slaw, fries, and a sweet tea

We’ll take a slaw dog with chopped onions, yellow mustard, and chili sauce | Photo by Andrew Thomas Lee via Hugh Baby’s

Build a Nashville-style dog

With summer in full swing, we here at NASHtoday are feeling a little bit left out. You see, we’ve all heard of Chicago dogs, NYC has its own recipe, and even Seattle has a signature frankfurter.

Now, we need your help to craft the most Nashville hot dog you can imagine. No ingredient is too obscure — we want it to be weird, but still taste good. Click the button below to share your recipe, which may be featured in a future newsletter.
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Events
Wednesday, July 19
  • Nashville Sounds vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp | Wednesday, July 19-Sunday, July 23 | Times vary | First Horizon Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way | $10+ | Cheer on the team at the last homestand of July — the first 1,000 fans will receive a belt bag.
  • WMOT Presents WIRED IN | Wednesday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Exit/In, 2208 Elliston Pl. | $26.75 | Join Dan Tyminski and The Watson Twins for an evening of music.
  • “Mean Girls” Trivia Night | Wednesday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Party Fowl, 2620 Lebanon Pk. | Free+ | Order some hot chicken and play a few rounds of themed trivia.
Thursday, July 20
  • 27 LIVE: Georgia Webster & Meg McRee | Thursday, July 20 | 7 p.m. | L27 Rooftop Lounge, 807 Clark Pl. | Free | Lounge on the rooftop at this up-and-coming country artist showcase — food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Friday, July 21
Saturday, July 22
  • Ed Sheeran | Saturday, July 22 | 6 p.m. | Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way | $58.35+ | The pop star’s “Mathematics” tour stops in Music City with special guests Cat Burns and Khalid.
Sunday, July 23
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👀 See the luxury apartments illuminating Music City

Meet Luna: The luxury apartments illuminating Music City
Presented by a NASHtoday Partner
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Luna defines a new approach to luxury for Nashvillians —well-appointed + rich with amenities. | Photo provided by Luna
Did you know Nashville ranked No. 5 hottest real estate market of 2023 according to Zillow? While we love welcoming newcomers to NASH, its rising popularity can make buying a home a little trickier.

If you’ve decided to put buying on the back-burner this year, we’ve got a stunning new spot to share: Meet Luna — Nashville’s newest luxury multi-family residence, developed by CA South + The Bradley Development Group, designed by The Bradley Projects, and built by Certified Construction Services.

Designed specifically with the modern renter in mind, residents can join us in swooning over Luna’s:
  • Unique architecture — think: floor-to-ceiling windows, gorgeous light fixtures, custom interior touches + state-of-the-art appliances
  • Amenities like a residents’ lounge and Pelotons (nothing like a bike bootcamp with Cody Rigsby, right?)
  • Prime location on 8th Avenue South, walkable to the Gulch and downtown nightlife
  • Commitment to green initiatives (via the Green Building Initiative)
  • Featured artwork — created by local artists including Ashley Bergeron, Swipe Right Art, Elise Kendrick, Kimberly Clo, and Catron Walace
In-home features like gourmet-style kitchens and a West Coast vibe and aesthetic compliment community amenities like the coworking spaces and a resort-style pool.

Residents get the best of both worlds with close proximity to Music City’s attractions and the peaceful privacy of the neighborhood.
Take a photo tour of Luna
News Notes
Open
  • Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery opened a new onsite bar and restaurant. The whiskey-forward concept serves Southern-inspired eats, including a Nashville hot crab sandwich and fried green tomatoes, as well as a variety of bourbons and whiskeys. Make reservations.
Coming Soon
  • Switchyards, a members-only work club, will open in East Nashville’s former Hobson United Methodist Church — 1101 Chapel Ave. The Atlanta-based company is eyeing a mid-September opening for the location, which will boast a cafe, libraries, and meeting rooms. (Nashville Business Journal)
Eat
  • Goo Goo Cluster teamed up with Puckett’s for a spin on the restaurant’s deep fried brownie sundae. It features a brownie center with spiced shortbread, salted caramel, and pecans — seasoned with Puckett’s BBQ Rub. Available online, in-store, and at restaurants.
Watch
  • Season 3 of “Making Modern With Brooke and Brice” premieres this Friday, July 21. The home design + renovation show follows Nashville’s Brooke and Brice Gilliam. Tune in via the Magnolia Network or stream it on MAX, Discovery+, and the Magnolia app.
Sports
  • The Nashville Stampede and Oklahoma Freedom agreed to a major preseason trade, sending two-time PBR World Champion Jess Lockwood to Nashville and the Stampede’s Thiago Salgado to Oklahoma. As part of the trade, the Freedom received Nashville’s 2024 first round draft pick.
Environment
  • Centennial Park Conservancy will donate $50,000 — the proceeds from Nashville Earth Day festival — to local environmental projects focused on bees, trees, water, pollinator gardens, sustainability + education. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 18.
Try This
  • Curious what’s lurking beneath the Ryman? Find out when the venue hosts two nights of Haunted History Tours on Saturday, July 29 and Friday, Aug. 4. The tours take guests under the stage to learn about the auditorium’s “unexplained sightings” over the past 131 years.
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🌳 Tree-rific news

Nominate your favorite big tree in Nashville’s annual contest
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The contest recognizes the largest and most notable tree specimens in Davidson County. | Photo by NASHtoday
You still have time to participate in Nashville Tree Foundation’s 2023 Big Old Tree Contest.

Trees are judged by species, with a winner from each species category. It’s possible your favorite tree is already a winner — the contest dates back to 1988 with hundreds of winning trees across Nashville, including this bur oak in Belle Meade from the contest’s inaugural year.

How to enter

Any tree in Davidson County can be nominated, whether it be on public or private property — the owner’s permission is suggested but not required. Make note of the address at which the tree is located and snap a photo for the entry form.

Next, use these tips for measuring the circumference, height, and crown spread of the tree. No need to pine for perfection — Nashville Tree Foundation’s tree experts will remeasure trees for accuracy.

Submit a tree online or via mail and email using this form by Thursday, Aug. 31.
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Active
  • Contemplating an e-bike purchase? Upway — the No. 1 certified e-bike provider — sells top-quality electric bikes up to 60% cheaper than retail.
Eat
  • Freebie alert. Restaurant subscription app Offline is giving our readers a free month. Score up to $25 off local restaurants like Hathorne with code NASHtoday.
Travel
  • Don’t get stuck paying those pesky airline fees with a bag that exceeds the weight limit. Use this portable luggage scale to save time + money.
 
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In the spirit of Drink Up Month, I want to put a limited-time sip on your radar. Walker Brothers teamed up with Friends of Shelby Park for a small-batch, non-alcoholic kombucha called Blackberry Lemon. Be one of the first to try it at the Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party on Saturday.
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