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A colorful mural on a brick wall depicts abstract legs walking with the text "LOOKING PRETTY, MUSIC CITY" and is located beside a bike lane and sidewalk.

Our Four-Year Anniversary in Nashville: A Perfect Celebration

Abigail Toy

Nashville holds such a special place in our hearts, so choosing it for our four-year wedding anniversary celebration was a no-brainer! Let me share all the amazing details of our unforgettable trip.

Two people sit at a restaurant table with breakfast foods and drinks. A large lit-up "NASHVILLE" sign is on the wall behind them.

Where We Stayed The Hutton Hotel

We checked into the Hutton Hotel, and oh my goodness, it’s seriously one of our favorite hotels ever! The bathroom situation here is absolutely incredible! We’re talking the most amazing shower and bathroom products we’ve ever experienced anywhere. Here’s a money-saving tip we discovered: instead of paying those hefty valet parking fees at the hotel, we found this super convenient overnight parking lot right across the street that was so much cheaper!

A hotel room with a neatly made double bed, a desk with a TV, an armchair near a window, and travel bags on the floor and furniture.
Hotel room with two beds, a large wall mirror reflecting the room, a TV, and two windows with city views. A suitcase is placed in front of the mirror.
A hotel room with an unmade bed, two nightstands, a wall-mounted TV, a dresser, a chair with a bag, and a partially open bathroom door.
A man in a black shirt, jeans, and a gray cap stands in a hotel room, holding a cup. A television, desk, and chair are visible in the background.
Urban skyline with mid-rise buildings, trees, and a partly cloudy sky during daytime. The "Water Street" sign is visible on one of the buildings.
A sidewalk sign reads "Overnight Parking Available" with a right-pointing arrow, indicating parking availability in that direction.
Close-up of a parking meter screen showing a $4.48 payment due for parking until 7:30 AM on July 13, 2021, including a $0.48 sales tax and card fee.

Day One Belle Meade Adventures

Our first evening kicked off with an amazing dinner at J. Alexander’s Restaurant before heading back to our cozy hotel room. Sometimes the simple evenings are just perfect, you know?

A restaurant kitchen with staff members working behind a glass and wood partition, visible through service windows under warm lighting.
A woman sits at a restaurant table, smiling, with a large Caesar salad in a white bowl in front of her.
Two hands holding each other in front of a lit candle; one hand is wearing a diamond engagement ring and wedding band.
A man sitting at a restaurant table smiles at the camera with three dishes in front of him: steak, a baked potato with toppings, and a casserole.

Exploring the Music City

The next day was packed with all things Nashville! We started with coffee and lunch at Pinewood Social (excellent, by the way!) before heading to explore 12 South. Now, I have to say, while 12 South has gotten pretty touristy over the years, it’s still such a great spot to check out! We had so much fun taking photos in front of those iconic murals.

A hand holds a roast beef sandwich with melted cheese; a cup of fries and a drink are on the wooden table in the background.
A sandwich with melted cheese on a seeded bun is served on a wooden board with a knife stuck in it, accompanied by a drink, two glasses of water, and dipping sauces.
A bowl of fried tater tots with a cup of ketchup on a wooden tray, a water bottle, two glasses, and a cup of coffee on a green table in a restaurant.
A bowl filled with crispy, golden-brown breaded cheese curds, garnished with chopped chives, sits on a table next to drinking glasses.
A cup of cappuccino sits on a wooden table next to a glass of water, with a menu and cutlery in the background at a restaurant.
A cup of latte with latte art, a glass of water, and a folded napkin on a wooden table in a modern café with people seated in the background.
A sandwich with melted cheese, a cup of sauce, and a side of fries are served on a wooden board with a drink and a bottle of water on the table.
Two people smiling in front of bowling lanes at Pinewood Social, with a neon sign for the venue visible in the background.
A cup of cappuccino with leaf latte art sits on a white saucer, placed on top of a menu.
A plate of salad topped with sliced grilled chicken and crispy tortilla strips, next to a cup of coffee on a wooden table.
Four lane vintage-style bowling alley with blue bowling balls, wooden floors, exposed brick walls, and a neon "Pinewood Social" sign above the lanes.
A woman in a red polka dot top and a man in a blue shirt smile together for a selfie indoors with a bright window in the background.
A cup of latte with foam art sits on a white saucer, placed on top of a café menu featuring beverages and cocktails.
A colorful mural on a brick wall depicts abstract legs walking with the text "LOOKING PRETTY, MUSIC CITY" and is located beside a bike lane and sidewalk.
Two people wearing sunglasses smile for a selfie in front of a colorful mural that reads "Looking Pretty, Music City.
Two people wearing sunglasses pose in front of a mural that reads "I BELIEVE IN NASHVILLE" with stars and stripes in the background.
Two people wearing sunglasses smile at the camera in front of a painted brick wall with blue and white vertical stripes.
A man in a blue shirt and a woman in a red polka-dot shirt smile in front of a blue and white brick wall.

Cheekwood Gardens Magic

Then came Cheekwood Gardens! Oh, our beloved spot! They had this absolutely adorable Lego exhibit that was just too cute and cool. We absolutely love how Cheekwood always has these rotating exhibits that keep things fresh and exciting!

A garden with various blooming flowers in shades of pink, purple, and red, surrounded by green foliage under bright sunlight.
A large pink dog sculpture made from LEGO bricks is displayed outdoors on grass, with an informational sign about dogs in front of it.
A pink rabbit sculpture made of LEGO bricks sits on a patch of soil surrounded by green plants and small white flowers.
Tall yellow flowers with large green leaves grow in a garden bed bordered by a stone wall and trellises, under a partly cloudy sky.
A person in a blue shirt photographs a purple LEGO rabbit sculpture among purple flowers and green plants in a garden.
A couple stands close together on a stone patio under a vine-covered pergola, with trees and blue sky in the background.
A cluster of red and yellow chili peppers growing on a plant in a garden bed, surrounded by green leaves and soil.
Cluster of red globe amaranth flowers in a garden bed, surrounded by mulch and other blooming yellow and orange flowers under sunlight.
Dense cluster of bright orange canna flowers with large green leaves in a sunny outdoor garden setting.
A man in sunglasses and a blue shirt stands next to a bed of red flowers in a park on a sunny day, holding a camera.
A dense field of yellow wildflowers with green grass, showing numerous blooming flowers and round buds scattered throughout.
Clusters of bright purple globe amaranth flowers with green stems and leaves growing densely in a garden under sunlight.
Three blue rabbit sculptures made from LEGO bricks are displayed on a green, shrub-covered hillside in a garden.
Three blue LEGO bunny sculptures are placed among purple flowers and greenery in an outdoor garden setting on a sunny day.
A garden bed with clusters of purple, red, and yellow flowers in full bloom, surrounded by green foliage under natural sunlight.
A dense cluster of vibrant purple flowers with green stems and leaves, blooming outdoors in bright sunlight.
A man stands on a garden path holding a camera, surrounded by colorful flowers and LEGO sculptures of blue birds.
A man with a camera stands on a garden path surrounded by colorful flowers and large blue LEGO bunny sculptures.
A bumblebee is perched on a bright magenta globe amaranth flower, surrounded by green leaves and other similar blooms.
A black rabbit sculpture made of small blocks sits among green plants and white flowers in a garden.
A multicolored rabbit sculpture made of Lego bricks is placed in a flower bed surrounded by white daisies and green grass.
A rabbit sculpture made of stacked gray LEGO bricks is displayed among green plants and white flowers in an outdoor garden.
A bee is perched on a leaf next to white flowers with yellow centers, surrounded by green foliage.
A bee is perched on the center of a white daisy-like flower surrounded by green leaves and other similar flowers.
A rectangular tunnel in a concrete structure leads to a wooded area, with a curved concrete bench and dark soil in the foreground.
A circular skylight opening in a ceiling frames a view of a partly cloudy sky.
A round hole in a smooth, curved white surface reveals a patch of blue sky with light clouds.
A man in a blue t-shirt and jeans sits on a stone railing holding a camera, with a scenic green landscape and partly cloudy sky in the background.
A large yellow and blue dragonfly sculpture is displayed outdoors amid green plants and wildflowers.
A cluster of small purple flowers with thin petals, blooming against a blurred green background.
A bright green, pixelated bunny sculpture sits among green plants and purple flowers in a garden.
A large blue bear sculpture made of stacked rectangular blocks stands behind rocks and greenery in an outdoor setting.
Water lilies with yellow flowers and green lily pads floating on the surface of a pond.
A sculpture of a rabbit made from pink, purple, and white LEGO bricks is placed among green plants outdoors.
Close-up of white daisies in a field, with a blurred white sculpture and trees in the background.
A pink rabbit sculpture made of LEGO bricks stands among green plants and white flowers in a garden with purple-flowered bushes in the background.
A green rabbit sculpture made of LEGO bricks sits on the ground amid green plants and grass, outdoors in bright sunlight.
A bumblebee sits on a purple flower in the foreground, with a blurred purple bunny sculpture visible in the background among green foliage.
A purple, blocky rabbit sculpture stands among green leaves and blooming purple flowers in an outdoor garden.
A metal sculpture of a human figure composed of musical staffs and notes stands on a stone base in a grassy outdoor setting with trees in the background.
Close-up of white and pale pink spider flowers with long, thin stamens, surrounded by green foliage.
A pink and white rabbit sculpture made of stacked LEGO bricks stands among green plants and foliage in a garden.
A woman stands on grass near a large metal wire sculpture of a seated human figure, with trees and a fence in the background.
A colorful deer and fawn sculpture made from stacked, striped LEGO bricks is displayed outdoors on a grassy lawn surrounded by trees.
A metal sculpture of a human figure made from interconnected musical notes and symbols stands on grass with trees in the background.
A metallic wireframe sculpture of a seated human figure is displayed outdoors on a grassy area, partially obscured by a tree in the foreground.
A landscaped garden with trees, shrubs, a paved area, and benches, set against a backdrop of green hills under a partly cloudy sky.
A metal wire sculpture of a seated human figure is displayed on a grassy area with trees in the background.
A large abstract black metal sculpture with curved and flat shapes stands on grass in a wooded outdoor setting.
A circular white room with curved walls, a bench along the perimeter, and an oval skylight showing blue sky above. The floor is dark and sandy.
A woman in a red and white polka dot shirt sits on a bench with her legs crossed, smiling, in front of an ornate black iron gate. A turquoise handbag is beside her.
A large red tortoise sculpture made from stacked rectangular blocks is displayed outdoors on grass near a sidewalk and trees.
A circular skylight in a white, curved ceiling casts light and shadow onto a rounded wall and a dark floor below.
A close-up view of a red tortoise sculpture made from interlocking plastic bricks, positioned on grass.
A large red turtle sculpture made from interlocking plastic bricks sits on grass and dirt outdoors.
A large red tortoise sculpture made of LEGO bricks is displayed on a patch of dirt surrounded by grass and bordered by a sidewalk.
A sculpture of a bear made from blue stacked rectangular blocks is displayed outdoors with greenery in the background.
Two stone turtle sculptures on a fountain, each spouting arcs of water from their mouths, surrounded by greenery in a landscaped outdoor setting.
Two people smiling beneath a large circular opening in the ceiling, with the sky visible through the opening above them.
A pond with floating green lily pads and a single light pink water lily in bloom, situated near the curved edge of a stone border.
A large blue otter sculpture made of stacked rectangular blocks is displayed outdoors on a stone wall, with trees and bushes in the background.
A green and yellow striped lawn mower sits on the grass near several trees in a shaded, leafy backyard.
A large, colorful dragonfly sculpture with yellow wings and a blue body sits on a grassy, rocky slope surrounded by green plants and trees.
A large red lion sculpture made of LEGO bricks sits on the ground among green plants and trees in a garden setting.
A life-sized zebra sculpture made from black and white LEGO bricks stands among green bushes.
A man and woman smiling together outdoors with green trees and hills in the background. The woman is wearing a red polka dot top and the man is wearing a blue shirt.
A colorful sculpture of a large bird and a chick made from stacked, multicolored bricks stands outdoors on mulch, with green bushes in the background.
A large dragonfly sculpture made of yellow and blue LEGO bricks is displayed among plants and greenery in an outdoor garden.
A life-sized zebra sculpture with black and white horizontal stripes stands among greenery and flowers in an outdoor garden setting.
A large, bright red lion sculpture made from LEGO bricks is displayed outdoors among green plants and trees.
A sculpture of a blue woodpecker on a colorful red, yellow, and orange tree trunk made from LEGO bricks, displayed outdoors in a garden.
A large sculpture of a blue woodpecker on a colorful red, orange, and yellow tree trunk made from interlocking plastic bricks, set outdoors in a garden.
A blue woodpecker sculpture made of LEGO bricks is attached to a colorful, pixelated LEGO tree trunk in an outdoor garden setting.
A man and woman smile while sitting on a stone railing with green trees and hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Two yellow LEGO sculptures of people, an adult and a child, are positioned in a yard appearing to plant a small blue LEGO plant together. Trees and a wooden fence are in the background.
A colorful deer sculpture made of stacked LEGO bricks stands outdoors, with green trees and foliage in the background.
A smiling man and woman take a selfie in front of an ornate black wrought iron gate with intricate designs and greenery in the background.
Two yellow LEGO sculptures depict people gardening; one stands with a shovel and the other kneels, watering a blue plant. Trees and bushes are in the background.
Two animal sculptures wrapped in multicolored yarn stand on grass, surrounded by trees and enclosed by a black rope barrier.
Yellow marigold flowers growing in soil with green leaves, set against a background of stacked stone bricks.
A colorful, striped deer sculpture made from stacked rectangular blocks stands on grass with trees and a path in the background.
A close-up of a fox sculpture made from yellow, orange, and purple LEGO bricks is displayed outdoors on grass and mulch.
A large blue bear sculpture made of stacked LEGO bricks, with two smaller bear cubs beside it, displayed outdoors on a mulched area near grass and trees.
A blue bird and a tree, both constructed from colorful interlocking plastic bricks, with green foliage in the background.
A large blue lizard sculpture made of stacked bricks is displayed on a stone platform surrounded by green trees and bushes.
A colorful parrot sculpture made from LEGO bricks sits on a pedestal outdoors, with grass and trees in the background.
A man takes a photo of a large, colorful deer sculpture made from LEGO bricks in an outdoor park setting surrounded by trees.
An orange butterfly rests on a cluster of small purple flowers, with green leaves and pink flowers blurred in the background.
A large, colorful dragonfly sculpture is displayed in a landscaped garden with various green plants and pink flowers.
Purple coneflowers with spiky orange centers bloom among green foliage in a garden setting.
A green sculpture resembling a lawnmower, made from what appears to be stacked rectangular objects, sits on grass near several trees.
Two yellow Lego sculptures depict a standing adult with a shovel and a kneeling child watering a blue plant in a garden setting.
A white and yellow water lily blooms among large green lily pads floating on the surface of a pond.
Two deer sculptures made of colorful stacked bricks are displayed outdoors on grass, surrounded by trees and rope barriers.
A life-size fox sculpture made from yellow, orange, and purple LEGO bricks stands on mulch in a grassy outdoor area.
A large sculpture of a parrot made from LEGO bricks in rainbow colors stands outdoors on a grassy area near a stone path.
A white water lily with a yellow center floats among green lily pads on a pond, with water droplets on the leaves.
A close-up of bright pink hibiscus flowers with green leaves in the background, taken outdoors in natural sunlight.
A colorful rabbit sculpture made from LEGO bricks sits among blooming white flowers in a garden.
A yellow and blue LEGO rabbit sculpture sits on a field of low purple flowers, with another blue LEGO rabbit in the background.
A woman with long, light brown hair wearing an orange and white polka dot shirt stands outdoors in front of blooming flowers and greenery, smiling at the camera.
An orange rabbit sculpture made of stacked blocks stands among maroon and green plants in a garden with trees in the background.

Our Most Memorable Dinner

Oh my goodness, let me tell you about Bourbon Steak Nashville! This dinner was seriously EVERYTHING! Getting reservations here is pretty challenging (definitely plan ahead!), but we got super lucky and snagged a last-minute opening. Since it was our anniversary, we made sure to mention it, and wow, did they make it special!

Picture this: we’re sitting by the window on the 34th floor of the J.W. Marriott, watching the most beautiful sunset over Nashville. When we arrived, there was this sweet anniversary card signed by the entire staff (how thoughtful is that?!) and they even gifted us an anniversary cake! The service was absolutely over the top in the best way possible. They even pushed in my chair when I sat down!

The food? INCREDIBLE! We had these amazing eight-ounce Black Angus Bourbon Steak special filets, the most delicious brussel sprouts, and this black truffle mac and cheese that was to die for! Don’t even get me started on the s’mores dessert…it came in this smoke-infused dome that made it taste like a fancy campfire! And those duck fat fries as an appetizer? So yum!

A seared filet mignon steak served on a black plate with microgreens and sliced pickled red onions, garnished with coarse salt.
A black plate of roasted Brussels sprouts with crispy, browned edges, served with metal tongs.
A grilled steak garnished with coarse salt, served with leafy greens and pickled red onions on a black plate.
A woman with long light brown hair, wearing a sleeveless white lace dress, sits at a restaurant table and smiles at the camera.
A grilled filet mignon steak served on a black plate with pickled red onions and fresh greens.
A small metal pot filled with pasta generously topped with grated cheese, with a fork resting inside and a side of salad visible in the background.
A cityscape at dusk, viewed from a high vantage point, shows buildings, streets, cars, and lights with a colorful sunset in the sky.
A man and woman take a selfie together in a mirrored elevator. The mirror has visible spots and marks, and the woman holds a large brown bag.
Elevator screen at JW Marriott Nashville displaying a digital image of the hotel, floor options, and current selection of Bourbon Steak on the 34th floor and Lobby.
A smiling man sits at a table holding a card that says "happy anniversary." There are two glasses and two small cups on the table, with a city view in the background.
Three metal cups filled with seasoned French fries are served on a wooden board alongside three metal cups of dipping sauces in a restaurant setting.
A man sits at a table in a restaurant with a city view at sunset, smiling, with an empty plate, utensils, and a glass of water in front of him.
Aerial view of Union Station, an ornate historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern buildings, roads, and train tracks in downtown Nashville.
A woman in a white dress sits at a restaurant table, smiling and holding a sign that says "happy anniversary." Other diners are visible in the background.
A woman in a white dress sits at a restaurant table, holding up a handwritten note and smiling at the camera. Other diners are visible in the background.
A city skyline at sunset with buildings, roads, and parked cars visible under a clear sky.
A man and woman sit at a restaurant table; the man holds a sign that reads "happy anniversary." The restaurant is busy with diners and staff in the background.
A cityscape at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, tall buildings, and streets visible under a partly cloudy sky.
A man and woman smiling in front of a window with a cityscape and construction cranes visible in the background.
Aerial view of a modern cityscape with tall buildings, a convention center with a green roof, and partly cloudy skies.
A black and gold sign reading "Bourbon Steak" is mounted on a counter in a restaurant interior.
Sign for Bourbon Steak Nashville above an express elevator, featuring a stylized cow graphic and metallic lettering on a bronze background.
A cityscape view at sunset with buildings, parking lots, and tree-lined streets under a partly cloudy sky.
A cityscape at sunset with tall buildings, wide streets, and a partly cloudy sky viewed from a high vantage point.
A cityscape at sunset with tall buildings, a parking lot, and cloudy sky; sunlight is visible near the horizon.
Digital control panel in a JW Marriott Nashville elevator displays a building image, floor options, and the prompt "Please Select Your Destination." Elevator buttons are visible below the screen.
Tall modern glass skyscraper with a curved top against a blue sky, viewed from a low angle.
A man in a dark shirt smiles at the camera with a sunset and cityscape visible through a window in the background.
A man and a woman smile for a selfie at night, with a city skyline illuminated in the background.
A woman in a white lace dress smiles and points to a bag of caramel popcorn she is holding in a restaurant setting.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, streets, and construction cranes, viewed from a high vantage point.
A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, streets, and distant lights under a dark sky.
A woman in a white lace dress and white heels stands sideways in a hallway, smiling at the camera. She wears hoop earrings and a smartwatch.
A scoop of vanilla ice cream next to chocolate mousse, chocolate pieces, nuts, and a toasted marshmallow on a black plate.
A dessert plate with a slice of chocolate mousse cake topped with chopped nuts, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and a piece of chocolate brownie on a black textured dish.
A dessert plate with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a slice of chocolate cake, and a layered chocolate and nut confection, garnished with crushed nuts.
A partially eaten layered chocolate cake with a decorative chocolate topper that reads "Happy Anniversary" on a dark plate.
A woman in a white lace dress smiles at a restaurant table, with an empty dessert plate in front of her and diners seated in the background.
A dessert menu listing smoked Valrhona chocolate s’mores, banana tarte tatin, and bourbon basque cheesecake with suggested wine pairings.
A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, colorful lights, and traffic on the streets below. A bright light shines near the center of the image.
A slice of layered chocolate cake with cream and a decorative chocolate piece reading "Happy Anniversary" on a dark plate.
Tall glass skyscraper with a rounded top stands next to a city street with cars, sidewalk, and construction barriers under a blue sky.
A man and woman smile in front of a tall modern glass skyscraper, with two hands pointing upward towards the building against a blue sky.
A plate with creamy pasta shells, grilled Brussels sprouts, pickled onions with greens, and a sliced grilled steak, with a fork and knife on the side.
A man sits at a restaurant table with food, smiling at the camera. Large windows behind him show a cityscape at sunset with lights and tall buildings.
A woman in a white lace dress and heels takes a mirror selfie in a modern, well-lit room with large windows overlooking a city at night.
A modern building lobby with a large circular chandelier of hanging lights, shiny black floor reflecting the lights, gold elevator doors, and a glass revolving door entrance.
A printed restaurant menu displayed against a black background with repeating cow silhouettes and the words "Bourbon Steak Nashville.
Cityscape at sunset with a mix of modern and historic buildings, roads, and parked cars; the sky is partly cloudy with orange and blue hues.

More Nashville Food Adventures

The next few days were filled with more amazing food experiences. Biscuit Love for breakfast (a must-try!), exploring the Factory at Franklin with refreshing cold-pressed juice, then we caught a glimpse of Leiper’s Fork (definitely want to go back and explore this place more), and lunch at the Grilled Cheeserie in downtown Franklin. We also checked out Fifth + Broadway and treated ourselves to dinner at the Cheesecake Factory.

A close-up of a biscuit sandwich with fried chicken, yellow egg, and gravy, with a blurred restaurant sign reading "NASHVILLE" in the background.
A biscuit topped with fried chicken, sausage gravy, and a folded omelette, served on a white plate in a restaurant with a "NASHVILLE" sign in the background.
A man sits at a table in a restaurant, smiling at the camera while holding a fork over a plate of food, with a cup of coffee, a glass of water, and hot sauce bottles on the table.
A smiling couple poses for a selfie outside Biscuit Love restaurant on a sunny day.
A biscuit sandwich with fried chicken, sausage gravy, and an omelette on top is served on a white plate; a person sits in the background.
Four sugar-dusted doughnuts topped with cream are served in a bowl with a blurred restaurant background and a large illuminated "NASHVILLE" sign on the wall.
A latte in a yellow cup on a table with food, with people dining in the background and a lit “NASHVILLE” sign on the wall.
A biscuit sandwich filled with fried chicken, egg, and sausage gravy sits on a plate in a restaurant setting.
A man and woman smiling for a selfie outside a restaurant called Biscuit Love, with its sign and entrance visible in the background.
A man and woman smile at a table with cupcakes inside a restaurant with a large lit “NASHVILLE” sign on the wall behind them.
A plate of sugared donuts with cream topping sits on a table in a restaurant, with people dining and a lit "NASHVILLE" sign in the background.
Street view of a restaurant with a sign reading "Rise Up," blue awning, glass doors, and café chairs stacked outside next to the entrance at 316.
Spacious indoor area with high ceilings, skylights, scattered seating, a central tree, and signs indicating "Exit Only" and social distancing measures. People are sitting and conversing.
A glass window reveals a display of vintage carousel horses inside a well-lit room with corrugated metal siding and an awning outside.
A large vintage film camera crane is positioned indoors near a window, with its arm extended over a railing on a polished concrete floor.
An old industrial crane is displayed indoors near a wooden wall, with shops and businesses lining a wide hallway in a repurposed warehouse building.
A person walks past a storefront with large glass windows displaying wooden animal sculptures and toys under an awning inside a building.
A hand holds a package of Astronaut brand cookies & cream ice cream sandwich, labeled as freeze-dried space food, in front of a display basket.
A hand holds a box of Dubble Bubble Bits & Pieces Bubble Gum, assorted fruit flavors, with colorful candy pieces visible through a window in the packaging.
A hand holds a pack of Choward's Violet mints above a display box of Choward's Lemon mints in a candy shop.
A tall, green metal water tower stands against a blue sky with scattered white clouds, viewed from a low angle.
Spacious industrial-style interior with high ceilings, scattered seating, a chandelier, trees, and people sitting at tables; businesses line the perimeter.
A hand holding a package of Wacky Wafers candy in assorted flavors, with shelves of other candy visible in the background.
A display of cat-themed home decor items and gifts, including signs, towels, and mugs, with various humorous phrases about cats.
A hand holds a package of tart n tinys candy in front of a shelf stocked with various other candy items.
View from a staircase overlooking a spacious industrial-style hall with skylights, a large chandelier, people sitting on sofas, and a central decorative tree.
Spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, exposed beams, large chandelier, trees, seating areas, and people working or relaxing on couches and chairs.
A spacious modern lobby with exposed beams, large windows, a chandelier, seating areas with people, and a tree in the center, viewed from a staircase.
Spacious industrial-style interior with high ceilings, exposed beams, a large chandelier, seating areas, and people sitting below, viewed from a staircase.
A sign displays Suite 12-i with website URLs and Instagram handles for Made South, Eli Mason, and Good Southerner.
A smiling couple poses for a selfie in front of a pink balloon or mural shaped like a heart with the words "made of south" written on it.
An industrial-style indoor space with exposed beams, a large chandelier, scattered lounge seating, trees, and people working or relaxing.
People descend stairs into a large, open industrial space with skylights, exposed beams, seating areas, a chandelier, and displays along the walls.
Two white modern chairs with patterned cushions are arranged around a small black side table; a cardboard box and lamp are nearby on a carpeted floor.
Photo of a modern office lounge with a blue sofa, yellow pillows, a yellow ottoman, a wooden table, and geometric wall art. The scene is viewed through a glass partition.
A woman with long hair, wearing a black shirt and pink shorts, stands on a carpeted indoor walkway taking a photo or video with her phone.
A close-up of an industrial-style wall-mounted light fixture illuminated in a hallway with glass doors and plants.
Display of vintage chewing gum packs, including Beemans, Black Jack, and Clove, arranged on a stand in a store with sunlight coming through a window.
A smiling couple stands on an indoor balcony with red railings, holding hands. The space has large windows, exposed pipes, and a leaf hanging overhead.
A flower shop with various bouquets displayed on shelves and tables, located in an industrial-style space with exposed ducts and large windows.
Frosted glass door with Treeline Bamboo Agency Media FX logo and stylized bamboo design; office interior visible in background.
A hand holding a small blue box labeled "Howard's Peppermints" with other similar boxes in the background.
Boxes of candy designed to look like cigarette packs are stacked on shelves labeled “CANDY,” with various brands and colorful packaging visible.
A hand holds a clear bottle of yellow juice with white text reading “Cold-pressed, Organic, Local” inside a modern indoor space.
Spacious indoor area with scattered lounge seating, central trees in planters, a large chandelier, and people seated or walking around under a high industrial ceiling.
A historical marker for Leiper’s Fork stands in front of a wooden fence and green field under a bright sky with the sun visible.
A vintage police car with a roof siren is parked on grass beside a fenced field, viewed from inside another vehicle on a sunny day.
A man sits on a bench playing an accordion outside a yellow and black storefront with large windows and people inside.
A plastic cup with a Coca-Cola float and two straws sits next to a partially filled glass bottle of Coca-Cola on a marble table in a restaurant.
A grilled cheese sandwich, a plastic cup with ice cream and berry sauce, and a glass bottle of Coca-Cola on a table in a casual restaurant.
A woman and a man stand smiling in front of a floral arrangement and a sign reading "1-800-STAY-AWHILE.
A man and woman smile in front of a wall sign that reads "STAY AWHILE @FIFTHANDB," with orange foliage decorating the top edge.
A smiling man and woman pose together in front of a floral arch with a sign above and a vintage phone on the wall nearby.
Strings of hanging lights illuminate a city street at night beneath a traffic light and a Church St street sign, with buildings and headlights visible in the background.
The Cheesecake Factory restaurant entrance is lit up at night next to the mall entrance for The Mall at Green Hills.
The exterior of The Cheesecake Factory restaurant at night, with outdoor seating and the Green Hills entrance visible to the right.
A large slice of white layered cake with whipped cream on top, served with sliced strawberries on a white square plate.
A plate of glazed fried chicken pieces served with mashed potatoes and a bed of shredded vegetables, garnished with orange zest.
A woman sits at a restaurant booth, smiling at the camera with a tropical cocktail garnished with a pineapple slice on the table in front of her.
A man sits at a restaurant booth, smiling at the camera, holding a fork over a plate with cake, whipped cream, and strawberries.
A woman sits at a restaurant table with a slice of cake topped with whipped cream and strawberries in front of her.

Sweet Nash Endings

Our final day started with the most precious experience at the Loveless Cafe. Our waitress was an absolute sweetheart with the most adorable Southern accent, and they treated us just like family! They even surprised us with a free slice of coconut cream pie for our anniversary! It was so thoughtful!

We wrapped up our trip with some shopping at Uncommon James, got our rings cleaned at Genesis Diamonds (where we bought our wedding bands!), had dinner at North Italia, and grabbed a latte and coffee milkshake from Golly G’s Coffee, Ice Cream, & Sweets for the drive home.

This trip was seriously everything we could have wanted for our four-year anniversary celebration. Nashville, you never disappoint! There’s just something so special about celebrating in a city that means so much to us. We absolutely love it here and can’t wait to come back!

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A slice of coconut cream pie with a thick layer of whipped topping, served on a white plate with two forks.
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A plate with four bread rolls and three small containers of jelly or jam on a blue and white checkered tablecloth.
A hand holds a white soy candle labeled "laundry room lemongrass," listing scents including palo santo, cardamom, violet, lemon verbena, and lemongrass.
A hand holds a white candle labeled "nashville citrus," featuring notes of mandarin, mimosa, and sandalwood; 10 oz, 70-hour burn time.
Display showing the seven-step process of making a Christian Bauer ring, from blank and stamped to rolled, drilled, and polished, with each stage illustrated by a metal sample.
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A woman sits at a restaurant table, smiling, with a plate of salad in front of her; shelves of wine bottles and a TV are visible in the background.
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A plate of Caesar salad topped with croutons, grated parmesan cheese, and romaine lettuce on a white dish.
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A bowl of pasta with green pesto sauce, grated cheese, pine nuts, and capers, served on a white plate.
Slices of toasted bread topped with a dollop of creamy cheese and garnished with chopped herbs, served in a small cast iron dish on a white plate.
A plate of sliced toasted bread topped with a dollop of herbed butter sits on a restaurant table; bar and shelves with bottles in the background.
A skillet filled with toasted bread slices topped with a dollop of creamy cheese and sprinkled with herbs, placed on a white plate.
Slices of toasted bread topped with a dollop of creamy spread and sprinkled with herbs, served in a small black pan on a white plate.
A man sits at a restaurant table with menus, cutlery, flowers, and condiments, smiling at the camera. Other diners are visible in the background.
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A vanilla milkshake with whipped cream sits on a wooden table in a casual ice cream shop with people ordering at the counter in the background.

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