Four dreamy spots for afternoon tea around Nashville
It’s not everyday you can sip tea at a National Historic Landmark. | Photo via The Hermitage Hotel
Pinkies up, Nashville. We love a good cup of steeped goodness, which got us thinking about places across our city where you can enjoy afternoon tea — complete with treats and a soothing ambiance.
So get cozy as we close out Drink Up Week by spilling the tea.
The Hermitage Hotel, 231 6th Ave. N. | Friday-Sunday | $75 per adult/$35 per child
Step inside the hotel’s veranda for “Spillin’ Tea with Draper James,” an afternoon service inspired by recipes from Reese Witherspoon’s cookbook, “Whiskey in a Teacup.” The sips are paired with an array of tea sandwiches, scones, and pastries, and as a special touch, guests receive a commemorative keepsake menu.
Blue Aster, 1620 West End Ave. | Dates vary | $85 per person
Conrad Nashville’s lobby-level restaurant features rotating themes throughout the year. Right now, guests can savor Parisian flavors with “High Tea in Paris,” while past themes have drawn inspiration from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Mean Girls,” and “Bridgerton.”
Beyond the cafe’s standard offerings, this quaint service offers a chance to sit and be present with friends. Choose from black, green, herbal, and oolong teas, and prepare to enjoy six bites of chef’s-choice savories and sweets.
Described as a “whimsical cafe with curiosities and fare,” this Donelson gem serves High Garden Tea complemented by a three-tier platter filled with freshly-baked treats. Leave time after your tea service to explore the cottage, which doubles as a gift shop.
Asked
How do you like your iced tea?
A. Sweetened B. Unsweetened C. I’ll stick with hot tea D. I don’t like tea — hot or iced
Nashville Sounds vs. Charlotte Knights | Friday, July 26-Sunday, July 28 | Times vary | First Horizon Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way | $10+ | Cheer on the Sounds with fireworks on Friday, a puzzle giveaway on Saturday (first 1,000 fans), and family activities on Sunday.
Redemption Whiskey Tasting | Friday, July 26 | 7-9 p.m. | Land Of A Thousand Hills Coffee & Social, 805 12th Ave. S. | $15 | The coffee shop hosts Redemption Whiskey for an evening of samples + food and drink specials.
Saturday, July 27
Summer Splash | Saturday, July 27 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pk. | Cost of admission | The zoo transforms into a water wonderland complete with bubbles, splashy attractions, a dunk tank, special keeper talks, and a kid’s watermelon eating contest.
Syrups For Coffee and Flavor Development | Saturday, July 27 | 2-4 p.m. | 8th & Roast’s The Roastery, 2637 Grandview Ave. | $45 | Learn the basics of making syrups for coffee at this hands-on class.
Once in a Blue Moon Dinner | Saturday, July 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Long Hollow Gardens & Vineyards, 2064 Long Hollow Pk., Gallatin | $204 | Begin the evening with drinks and hors d’oeuvres as the sun sets over the vineyards and flower fields, followed by a three-course meal with wine pairings.
Sunday, July 28
Ryman Haunted History Tour | Sunday, July 28 | 7-9 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $59 | Explore the untold history behind unexplained sightings and occurrences reported at the Ryman throughout its 131-year history.
Watercolor Sketching | Sunday, July 28 | 9-11:30 a.m. | Bell Garden Nashville, 855A Colice Jeanne Rd. | $35 | Learn to paint loose close-ups and quick landscapes while surrounded by the garden’s lush greenery.
Monday, July 29
Donny Osmond | Monday, July 29 | 8 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $112+ | See the singer, dancer, and actor on his “Direct From Vegas” tour.
Gaylord Opryland revealed this year’s ICE! theme. Beginning Nov. 8, sculptures made from two million pounds of ice will represent scenes from “Frosty the Snowman.” The attraction will also boast more slides than ever before (six, two-story ice slides + a kids’ peek-a-boo slide) and live carving demonstrations. Tickets are on sale.
Biz
You may recall word of a new concept moving into the Ernest Tubb Record Shop space downtown. However, the venue’s new owners confirmed the name and iconic sign will remain, though it will temporarily come down during the four-story bar and live music venue’s renovations.
Opening
Hot diggity dog, Daddy’s Dogs opens in Madison next week. The new spot at 1500 Gallatin Pk. S. debuts on Friday, Aug. 2. This location will feature indoor seating, a first for the hot dog joint’s Nashville restaurants.
Plan Ahead
The Nashville Fair returns to The Fairgrounds Nashville Friday, Sept. 6 through Sunday, Sept. 15 with carnival rides, daily shows, professional wrestling, a beer festival, and more. Tickets and ride wristbands are on sale now.
Eat
Pizza City Fest, a touring pizza festival, will take over First Horizon Park the weekend of Oct. 19-20. Enjoy bites from 40 pizzerias, demonstrations, and panel discussions. If you knead to visualize it, commercial ovens will line the baseball field, with pizza makers baking live all day.
Drink Up
How refreshing. Drink Up Week runs through today — our annual celebration of Nashville’s drink culture. Local businesses are offering buzzy deals, like10% off all cold brew gelato floats at Neighborlily, so treat yourself and toast to our town’s vibrant bevvy scene.
Traffic
Metro Parks plans to begin a lighting project at Madison’s Cedar Hill Park on Monday, Aug. 5. Expect periodic, yet temporary street closures in and around the park for up to three months.
2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Annual fee? We don’t know her.)*
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How to make the most of Tennessee’s tax-free weekend
Tanger Outlets Nashville will host face painting, tie dye crafts, and more from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. daily during tax-free weekend. | Photo by NASHtoday
During this time, clothing, school supplies, and computers may be purchased tax-free — but there are some exceptions you need to know before loading up the cart.
Shop (exempt items)
General apparel that costs $100 or less per item
School and art supplies priced at $100 or less per item
Computers (including laptops and tablets) priced at $1,500 or less
Drop (non-exempt items)
Apparel items over $100
Items such as jewelry, handbags, or sports equipment
Storage media, like flash drives and compact discs, as well as printer supplies and household appliances
How about online shopping? As long as items are on the list of exemptions, anything ordered by “mail, telephone, email, or the Internet” qualifies.
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Heading to the next Downtown Franklin Art Crawl? The Moore-Morris History and Culture Center has joined the monthly event and will showcase the work of Ronell Coburn at its first appearance on Friday, Aug. 2. Bookmark the map.
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