Nashville Lifestyles Magazine November 2021

Alan Jackson made the river famous in his upbeat song “Chattahoochee,” and visitors to Cobb County and the river that runs through it realize that the song’s vibe is spot on. The Chattahoochee River is not only the physical line dividing Cobb County and Atlanta proper; it’s also symbolic of the distinctive community that is Cobb. Think of Atlanta, and undoubtedly the Atlanta Braves and Six Flags Over Georgia come to mind. Yet both destinations are actually in Cobb County, 10 miles outside metropolitan Atlanta. Just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta can feel like a lifetime away, as Cobb County offers something for everyone: from the outdoor adventurer to arts lovers and from history enthusiasts to foodies. “Cobb County definitely has a special vibe,” says Holly Quinlan, president and…

The Steaks are High With all due respect to my vegetarian and vegan friends, I have to say it: I’m a meat and potatoes girl. I love a great steak—medium rare inside with the perfect sear on the outside? Yes, please! And don’t forget the wedge salad, a side of creamed spinach, and a dirty martini or glass of red wine to wash it all down. But that’s just my order. In this issue we’re showing off some of Nashville’s best steakhouses so you can find your own dream dish. From old-school haunts to shiny new options, we have searched high and low to bring you the best of the best. And the results are nothing short of mouthwatering. When you’ve gotten your fill of dining out, you may start thinking about…

It is nearly the holiday season. You know what that means? Our “elastic pants days” are upon us! I know, I know, that is dangerous given the recent weight gain of the pandemic coupled with the everyday sweatpants wearing, but here we are! And anyone who knows me knows that I love going out to eat. I don’t cook; I don’t want to. I love a good steak, too! We’re lucky to have so many great steakhouses here in Music City, so we made a list for you. There’s no better place for a date, a celebration, or your holiday dining than these spots. We’ve picked our favorites for you to try! Speaking of trying things, we are hosting our annual Brunch & Bloodys event this year! It will be at The…

As the second holiday season of the COVID-era arrives, a little Time, Tequila & Therapy is something we could all stand to receive. Lucky for us, hit-making country band Old Dominion has made that possible, with their fourth album of the same name. Created “pandemic style,” the project found the group retreating to Asheville, North Carolina, reuniting for the first time since the crisis and hoping to restart their creative mojo. Judging by the charming album full of quirks that came from the pandemic—described as a snapshot of the band in a strange time—they’ve done just that. Mixing their signature lyrical mischief with the thoughtful influence of the moment, the set once again pairs their songwriting prowess with honest country-pop musicianship—but it’s also unlike their previous work. For the first time, everything…

If the name Mattie Jackson Selecman sounds familiar, it’s no surprise. Although she is the daughter of country music icon Alan Jackson, the Nashville native has created a legacy all her own. She received her degree in creative writing from the University of Tennessee; became a certified sommelier; owned a Nashville wine bar; and co-founded the philanthropic merchandise brand NaSHEville, dedicated to helping orphans, widows, and trafficked women. Now, with the release of her first book, Lemons On Friday, Selecman is giving readers a deeply personal glimpse into her life, told with vulnerability and authenticity. Just three weeks shy of their first wedding anniversary, her beloved husband Ben Selecman suddenly and tragically passed away from a traumatic brain injury. Widowed at age 28, Selecman was forced to navigate a new…

Combining the best of world-class performances in music and skating, figure skating legend Scott Hamilton will host the fifth annual Scott Hamilton & Friends benefit event on Nov. 21 at Bridgestone Arena. Benefitting the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation—a dedicated research foundation committed to changing the future of cancer—this family-friendly event features some of the biggest names on stage and on ice while raising funds to support life changing research. This year’s event will also serve as a tribute to the beloved Nashville songwriter, record producer, publisher, record label executive, and multi-instrumentalist, Busbee, who passed away in 2019 just months after he was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. The evening features figure skating performances to some of Busbee’s greatest hits with the 5x Grammy-award winning trio Lady A leading an all-star tribute, in addition…