Friday Morning ~ Most people who follow both Cindy Ladage and me would expect to hear about a trip from her. I’m sure she is somewhere amazing or preparing to embark.
Surprisingly, I’m the traveler, and Im in Nashville, TN. I am traveling with some friends or adopted family rather. It’s Friday morning, and I’m currently sitting on the front porch of my rented cabin.
So far I’ve discovered Nashville isn’t only the Country Music capital, It’s a great destination if one is a foodie. I can eat!
After our initial arrival, Wednesday, we dined in Paula Dean’s Kitchen. The food was excellent! Dinner was served family style all you can eat. No carry out with the exception of dessert.
No carry out? I completely understand why, but…. Is this rule strictly enforced? Here, hold my sweet tea, I got to try something!
Turns out there is no detector, or they do not police your bags as you leave. I was successful slipping away with an il gotten chicken breast. Successful in a way, my fellow travelers have been given me continued shame for my scientific curiosity.
Author’s note ~ I don’t recommend this experiment. If everyone began trying, the establishment WOULD need to search at the door. Let’s not steal the company profits.
Thanksgiving morning, we dinned at the Loveless Cafe. The theme was a fifties style. Rumor has it the stars would stop.now and again. There were pictures as proof.
The southern style food was slightly different from Georgia girl Paula. Of course, the fare was excellent. I had my first chicken and waffles served correctly and in the right region of the country. Egos and a chicken strip does not count. Not even close!
The Loveless Cafe is along the old main route between Memphis and Nashville. This route is lesser traveled now because of I-40. The Loveless is close to an exit, however. Don’t ask me where exactly it is, I wasn’t driving.
Okay so enough about the food!
I’m being guided, in a way. One of us spent six months living in Nashville. This helps! Destination, of interest, are easily found and alternative routes known. “I know a short cut!”
I have seen the Gaylord, Opry Mills mall, two need ladies shopping time, and we have cruised the downtown region. It would seem that most country stars make it big and buy a building.
Nashville has skyscrapers. They are impressive. On a sad note, I witnessed the aftermath of the bombing on 2nd Avenue. Even though the tragedy happened in 2020, the city is still cleaning up.
Later in the day ~ Today found us at the Nashville Farmer’s Market. The site has permanent roof shelters and a building. Everything one expects can be found. Of course, food, such as to be eaten there, but produce is available. The typical arts and crafts were available. One young lady was weaving on an old time loom. Watching her brought back fond memories.
Another cool discovery was the Marathon factory site. One of the factory buildings has been restored for shopping, but the history of the factory remains. It’s a nice blend of historical equipment and shopping. Famed folks that host the show Ameren Pickers has a shop here
I’m with foodies, so we had to dine somewhere. Chicken must be the weekend theme. We made a stop at Haddie B’s Nashville Hot Chicken. Tennessee Chicken is warmer than Kentucky Fried. KFC may be more famous, but look out! Haddie can give Popeyes a run. Haddie wins….trust me.
I’m ashamed to admit, but it was my fault we didn’t go downtown and explore. It was just way too peoplely for me. I don’t do crowds well, and it was crowded.
The rest of the gang is going to the Grand Ole Opry tonight. Vince Gill is the headliner and they think Garth may sneak in for a surprise appearance. I hope they have that pleasure. I’m going to pass, though.
I’m in my rented cabin with plans of il gotten chicken for my supper. I have a glass of Jameson and Coke to sip, so I’m all set.
Tomorrow is my day of adventure. I’m on a mission to procure my latest acquisition. A 1948 Shaw Du-all model N5 has been in my possession since harvest. I’m also fortunate to be purchasing another Du-all while I’m here in TN. A model N8W this one is a little more rare because of the Wisconsin power.
More about that later. Have a great holiday weekend!
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