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Our most important meal of the day
Lona’s tres leches French toast. | Photo via Lona
Brunchin’ ain’t always easy, but it is necessary. Whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs, fried chicken and waffles, or mimosas, the options can get as overwhelming as the lines at times.
Weekend musts
Lona, 200 4th Ave. N.
Order the traditional guacamole (there’s crispy bacon and lump crab guac varieties, too) before digging into tacos and tres leches French toast.
Turmeric & Co., 975 Main St.
Shakshuka, biryani, and breakfast sandwiches are just a few of the selections.
Frankies 925 Spuntino, 925 Cherokee Ave.
Some items to note include the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich and pancakes with roasted fruit and Frankies 457 olive oil.
Cool off with The Gumbo Bros’ mimosa bar. | Photo via The Gumbo Bros
Mimosas
The Gumbo Bros, 505 12th Ave. S.
Not sure what to pair with the mimosas? Consider the Alligator benny, the hot honey chicken biscuit, or the brioche BLT.
Stompin’ Grounds, 201 8th Ave. S.
If it’s a “mimosa kinda morning,” try the restaurant’s three varieties.
Masterpiece Art Series: Robert Indiana’s LOVE Sculpture | Thursday, April 10-Tuesday, Sept. 23 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Cheekwood | $13+ | Cheekwood presents Robert Indiana’s The American LOVE: See the iconic sculpture in person, snap a photo, and immerse yourself in the universal feelings of peace, unity, and joy.*
Friday, April 11
Fridays by the River | 3-8 p.m. | Shelby Park Riverview Pavilion | Free+ | This pop-up beer garden with food trucks and live music benefits Shelby Park and Bottoms.
Saturday, April 12
Nashville SC vs. Real Salt Lake | 7:30 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $22+ | Cheer on the Boys in Gold at the first of two home matches this month.
Nashville Bicycle Festival | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | South Inglewood Community Center | Free | Celebrate all things cycling with a bike parade, giveaways, and four interactive stations.
Sunday, April 13
Spring Pop-up | 12-4 p.m. | Bloomsbury Farm, Smyrna | Free+ | Get a first look at the 12 South Farmers Market’s 2025 season at this pop-up featuring local vendors, food trucks, live music, and farm fun.
Pour Your Own Epoxy | 4-6 p.m. | TailGate Brewery South Nashville | $139 | This workshop will show you how to pour a river of Epoxy in a charcuterie board or lazy Susan.
Monday, April 14
“The Poet’s Rebellion” Book Launch Party | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Draper James | Free | Join Nashville author Kate Harris for an evening of conversation around her debut book about breaking free from expectations.
A 204-room hotel could rise in Pie Town near City Winery, according to plans and renderings submitted to Metro. The project at 616 Ewing Ave. calls for eight floors, a rooftop pool, and retail/restaurant space. (Nashville Post)
Development
In other Pie Town news, a 1928 industrial building next to the future hotel will undergo renovation. It’s not yet known what will occupy the space, but a Metro document notes there will be new additions, patios, and multiple tenants. (Nashville Post)
Coming Soon
Boba tea and pastry shop KFAM Sweets plans to open next month in Goodlettsville at 120 Rivergate Pkwy. You may even notice familiar faces and flavors, as the business started as a pop-up under the name E&E Boba. (The Tennesseean)
Quoted
“We want to play the (2031) Women’s World Cup in only the best cities, the best stadiums,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who visited GEODIS Park ahead of this summer’s Club World Cup matches. No cities have been selected, but Nashville SC Vice Chairman Ian Ayre said the club is interested in bringing it here. (The Tennessean)
Nashvillian
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opens “Dolly Parton: Journey of a Seeker” on Tuesday, May 20. The exhibit will feature personal artifacts, handwritten lyrics, and more from Parton’s six-decade career. Take note of these special events + make plans to see it in person through Sept. 30, 2026.
Plan Ahead
Kansas City Barbeque Society’s World Invitational Barbeque Competition will bring the heat to Lebanon next month. On Saturday, May 24, the public is invited to enjoy barbecue samples, live music, and vendors at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. Reserve free tickets.
Number
$3,500. That’s how much dough you might have to drop if your dog eats their chew toy. Yes, pets are expensive, but they’re worth it — and this pet insurance could reimburse 90% of those expenses.*
Announced
We crunched the numbers and compiled your official NASHtoday’s Best nominees. Now comes the fun part: voting. Now through Friday, April 25, you can vote for your favorites in each category. Winners will be announced Monday, May 5.
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🎵 RSD is vinyl-y here
Don’t forget to add Phonoluxe Records to your Record Store Day crawl — they won’t have RSD releases, but expect some new inventory. | Photo by @whoa1.0
Set your alarms early for Record Store Day on Saturday, April 12. Check out this list of longtime record stores and a couple of new spots to score exclusive releases and used vinyl during RSD celebrations.
Vinyl Tap
Visit the store from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for RSD releases, live music, vendors, drink specials, and DJ sets by Mayor Freddie O’Connell and others.
Dead End Records
Located inside Germantown’s 100 Taylor building, this record store dedicated to metal, rock, and punk music will celebrate its first Record Store Day with vendors, live music, flash tattoos, and food and drinks from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Daydream Records
Also relatively new to Nashville’s vinyl scene, this East Nashville shop only stocks used records. While you won’t find any new releases, expect fresh finds and Sunday discounts.
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a treasure for many reasons, and events like last Saturday’s collaboration with the Bob Dylan Archive in Tulsa remind me why it’s such a gem. While the museum is always worth a visit, I’d suggest keeping an eye on the calendar to catch live performances and panel discussions.
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Psst — nearly 40% of respondents guessed correctly. Didn’t have a chance to answer? Float like a butterfly over to the quiz + tap the button below to learn more about native plants.
The shoe of the summer: sneaker mules (aka smules). Effortlessly stylish and easy to slip on, these can be paired with your go-to shorts, sundresses, linen jumpsuits, and more. These are five of our favorites:
👟 Under $150: Dolce Vita’s sporty-chic sneaker mules in a fun + flirty pink floral pattern.
👟 Under $80: This pair by Anne Klein that will go with practically everything in your closet.
👟 Under $60: Blowfish Malibu’s platform style with adjustable lacing and a unique patterned insole.
👟 Under $50: These Naturalizer white leather smules made with comfort technology for all-day walking.
👟 Under $30: These canvas kicks available in 15+ colors and constructed with a memory foam insole for maximum comfort.
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