This amazing Nashville Hot Chicken recipe (adapted from Hattie B's famous recipe) results in a crispy, tender, fiery fried chicken with a spicy kick that is positively addictive. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. I love fried chicken. I don’t eat it often, but I love it. Back when I was a kid, my BFF's Gramma Barbara made THE BEST southern fried chicken I've ever eaten, or ever hope to eat, in my life. Tender, juicy, crispy, and seasoned just … [Read more...]
The Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum: Why You Need to Visit
A visit to The Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum may change how you think about American music – in all its forms – forever. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. I'll be honest: initially, Mr B was way more excited about visiting The Country Music Hall of Fame Museum in Nashville than I was. It makes sense; his country musical roots run deep, even back to the old-timey music of a bygone era; while mine lean more toward folk, rock, … [Read more...]
Home of 1000 Hits: RCA Studio B {Nashville}
RCA Studio B is the oldest surviving recording studio in Nashville. Here, 1000 hits were brought to life and American music history was made. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. It's just a small blue X taped out at the intersection of four old-school linoleum tiles. All by itself, it doesn't look like much at all. Right? Sometimes, appearances are deceiving: that blue X is the Sweet Spot at the historic RCA Studio B - a distinct point in the … [Read more...]
Nashville & Memphis for Music Lovers {Tips & Itinerary}
This is our real-life trip itinerary. Follow along as we recap our adventures in Memphis & Nashville over the next few months, or use it to plan your own musical Tennessee vacation. Either way, we've got you covered. One of the biggest challenges of taking a "whirlwind" trip is designing an itinerary that allows you to experience everything you want while still leaving room for some relaxation and a little serendipity. Mr B and I have no interest in relentless nightmare itineraries that … [Read more...]
Love Music? Then Add Tennessee to Your Bucket List!
If music is the pulse of America, its heartbeat is in Tennessee. If you love music, you need to add Memphis and Nashville to your Bucket List! Before Mr B and I went on our musical adventure to Tennessee, I thought I knew a lot about the history and evolution of music in America. Not even. We both learned so much on this trip, and I can't wait to share it all with you! Back when Mr B and I were in high school together, he was mildly obsessed with Elvis. In a healthy way, … [Read more...]
