About: Jenna Bratcher
Jenna Bratcher is StyleBlueprint Nashville’s Associate Editor and Lead Writer. The East Coast native moved to Nashville 13 years ago, by way of Los Angeles. She is a foodie through and through and enjoys exploring the local restaurant scene bite by bite.
7 Favorite Nashville Home Projects
Looking for a little home design inspiration? Here are some of the special rooms and standout home features recently created by local builders and designers.
Nashville’s Secret Spots and Private Clubs
From private clubs to hidden rooms, Nashville has some secret spots worth discovering. Image: Annelise Loughead
3 New Dining Experiences in Nashville
Social distancing is prompting some creative interpretations of how we “dine out.” Here are three new dining experiences in Nashville that offer fun and flavorful meals. Image: Picnic PopUp
How 2020 Changed Spending Habits to be More Meaningful
Believe it or not, COVID has prompted some much-needed positivity. Here’s how we’re ditching empty spending and refocusing on meaningful moments.
From Top Model to CEO: Meet Nashville’s Emily Sandberg Gold
An A-list model turned innovative branding expert, Emily Sandberg Gold is knocking it out of the park as CEO and founder of her Nashville-based digital marketing agency, Twice Social. Learn more about her fascinating path to Music City.
Barista Secrets: They’re Spilling the Beans on Coffee
From coffee etiquette to how to get the most caffeine out of your drink selection, some of our favorite local baristas are giving us their insider secrets.
The Next Big Thing in Sylvan Park
Sylvan Supply captures the historic integrity of the old Madison Mill building and emerges as Sylvan Park’s newest hotspot for restaurants, boutiques, fitness studios and office space.
Nashville’s Newest Live Event Experience
Emily Buckner Pierce is helping to bring a new socially distanced, drive-through experience to Nashville that’s about to turn the world of live entertainment upside down. Meet the art director of Eamotion.
2 New Nashville Rooftop Bars (& an Upgraded Patio!)
Beautiful weather offers the perfect excuse to socially distance with a cocktail and a stunning view of the Music City skyline. Here are some new Nashville rooftop bars where you can do just that!
5 Coffee Trends to Check Out
From food to fashion, trends are fun to follow. Here are some of the current coffee trends to put on your radar and get you in-the-know!
5 Key Features to Upgrade Your Home Office
Are you ready to take your home office to the next level? The experts at California Closets let us in on five key features that will turn your office into a more peaceful, productive and organized space.
How “Simple Courage” Changed Heather Hubbard’s Life
From attorney to coach and motivational speaker, Heather Joy Hubbard is inspiring us to find simple courage and tap into our inner potential. Find out how she helps so many women (and herself) do just that!
This Classic Nashville Wedding is Steeped in Family Traditions
This couple took family traditions to a whole new level, incorporating heirlooms around every corner in their classic wedding and reception.
5 New Nashville Restaurants to Put on Your Radar (+ a Bonus Hotspot!)
Here are five new Nashville restaurants that recently opened (or soon will) and what you can expect from each. Image: Andrew Thomas Lee
Meet Walls for Women Artist Cymone Wilder
Artist Cymone Wilder is celebrating women’s right to vote and helping to bridge the racial gap with her new Walls for Women mural in Marathon Village. Meet this inspiring local artist.
Buy THESE 10 Cut Flowers (They Last the Longest!)
Do your fresh-cut flowers die the day after you bring them home? Here are expert suggestions for fresh flowers that will last the longest — some up to two weeks!
What Happened to the Nashville Businesses Affected by the Tornado?
The March tornado devastated parts of Nashville, severely damaging some beloved local shops and restaurants. We checked in with some of our favorites for an update on their reopening status.
What Does “Close Contact” Really Mean (& Other COVID Questions Answered)
Is there a difference between quarantine and isolation? What is “close contact”? Should you get retested? We answer all these questions and more with some amazing advice from our expert.
“Today in Nashville”‘s Carole Sullivan and Kelly Sutton: FACES of Nashville
Their chemistry is palpable, and they add a dose of fun to our mornings. Find out how “Today in Nashville” hosts Carole Sullivan and Kelly Sutton are keeping that chemistry alive as they record from home during the pandemic, get their best advice and more!
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Immune System
Maintaining your overall health during the pandemic is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself. Here, local health and wellness experts share some of the easiest ways to boost your immunity.
How Does an Interior Design Virtual Consultation Work?
Virtual consultations are becoming more and more popular. Today, we take a look at what an interior design virtual consultation entails.
She Fights to Ensure Everyone’s Vote Counts
Meet our newest FACE of Nashville, attorney Tricia Herzfeld, who’s not only litigating civil rights cases but fighting to protect our voting rights, too.
6 Local Menu Items & Their Fascinating Backstories
We asked a few local chefs to share the unique backstories of some of their most popular menu items. Enjoy learning about the love and nostalgia behind these six dishes.
April Tomlin: Our Newest Interior Designer Crush
Inspired by her hard-working, construction-loving single mother, April Tomlin turned her childhood interior design inclinations into a full-blown business. Find out why she’s our newest interior designer crush.
This Magical Place is Just Outside of Nashville
Just outside of Nashville, there’s a magical little place called Pinewood Kitchen & Mercantile, where owner and chef Mee McCormick is bringing the community together with her health-conscious Southern comfort food.
Talking to Strangers is Her Superpower
With a book series and a TEDx Talk under her belt, Lily Clayton Hansen is turning the power of talking to strangers into a successful career path. Meet our newest FACE of Nashville.
The Dreamiest Small Wedding Ever (in Italy, of course!)
Nashville musician and StyleBlueprint’s own Lacy Green shares her gorgeous wedding in Anacapri, Italy, leaving us to dream about Italian villas, fabulous local fare, and scenic ocean views.
5 Houseplants You Can’t Kill
Here are five recommendations for low-maintenance houseplants that are really hard to kill.
8 Tips to Keep Your Houseplants Alive
Tired of feeling like a failure because you can’t keep that houseplant alive? Read these tips and become the plant whisperer you always knew you were!
“I Opened a Business During the Pandemic”
Can you imagine trying to start a brand new business in the middle of a pandemic? We talked to three Nashville entrepreneurs who did just that.
Meet Alive Hospice’s Innovative New CEO
As the president and CEO of Alive Hospice, Kimberly Goessele helps families grieve gracefully and assists patients with reimagining their end-of-life story. Meet this dynamic FACE of Nashville.
5 Timely Ways to Spend a Summer Day in Nashville
Summer means it’s time for some sunshine and outdoor fun. Here are five ideas for summer outings to inspire your adventurous, activity-seeking spirit.
Marie Sueing on Nashville’s Newest Cultural Hotspot
Marie Sueing is raising awareness about all of the exciting things Nashville culturally offers. Meet our newest FACE or Music City!
Want Wallpaper? 9 Things to Consider
Have you been contemplating wallpaper in your home? Here are some Nashville designers’ top suggestions for selection, installation and more.
Nashville’s Most Inspiring Murals
Some of our favorite Nashville murals come with messages of hope, encouragement and positivity. Here are some of the most inspiring works of street art in Music City.
The 2020 Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens is Simply Exquisite
The 2020 Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens delivers a dreamy estate showcasing the masterful work of top designers from across the South. Take a peek inside and make plans to tour while it’s open to the public. Image: David Christensen
How to Build the Perfect Charcuterie Board in 4 Easy Steps
A beautiful charcuterie board is one of the quickest, easiest dishes you can make. We have pro tips to help you build the perfect one!
Summer Skin Myths, Debunked
Warm summer days mean more time outside. Ensure your skin is properly protected by understanding skincare truths and dismissing the myths.
6 Simple Swaps to Refresh Your Home for Summer
From tablescapes to throw pillows, breathe new life into your home with some simple and cost-effective home swaps to reinvigorate your space.
From a Paris Engagement to an Autumn Wedding
Timeless and elegant with a slightly untraditional twist, the details brought this beautiful autumn wedding to life.
Summer 2020 Makeup Trends Perfect for Nashville Gals
Are you ready to purge your makeup bag and transition into your warmer-weather beauty routine? Mary Kathryn Hudson from Private Edition and The Cosmetic Market fills us in on summer trends to know PLUS shares 10 products to help you get there.
A Classic East Memphis Home Gets a Contemporary Upgrade
This classic East Memphis home in Kel Creek Cove experienced a modern upgrade infused with natural light, unique architectural features and contemporary refinement. Take a look!
The Easiest Peanut Butter Macadamia Nut Cookies
If you’re looking for a tasty treat without the sugar overload, here’s a dessert recipe you can feel good about from Chef Laura Lea.
How Does a Cosmetic Surgery Virtual Consultation Work?
Virtual consultations are definitely on the rise. If you’re considering cosmetic surgery and want to start with a virtual consultation, here’s what that process looks like.
She Helps Clients Find “Food Freedom”: Meet Jessica VanCleave
Dietitian and “Health at Every Size” expert Jessica VanCleave is all about “food freedom.” Through her virtual consultations and company wellness programs, she’s teaching us what it means to eat intuitively. Meet our newest FACE of Nashville.
4 Dinner Ideas From Nashville Chefs
We asked some of our favorite local chefs for some dinner ideas, and they shared their recipes. Find out what they’ve been whipping up at home.
How Thistle Farms is Pivoting During the Pandemic — and How You Can Help
Thistle Farms is rising above the quarantine through healing and love. Find out how this Nashville nonprofit is pivoting its efforts to continue supporting women survivors. And find out how you can support the efforts.
2 Fresh Peach Recipes From The Peach Truck
Summer isn’t far off, and that means peaches! As The Peach Truck prepares to hit the road for the 2020 season, they’re sharing two tasty recipes: charred Brussels sprouts with spicy peach sauce and peach jam. Enjoy! Image: Eliesa Johnson
4 Tasty Starters & Sides From Nashville Chefs
If you’re looking for some tasty and creative ideas to start a meal or serve on the side, take a look at these four recipe ideas from some of Nashville’s top chefs.
Here’s How to Make Your Fresh-Cut Flowers Last
Fresh-cut flowers are a little dose of happiness. Here, Southern flower experts weigh in with tips for how to make them last as long as possible.
A Spacious 4-Acre Retreat Exudes Elegance & Charm
With a chef’s kitchen, vaulted ceilings, outdoor living space and a “party” barn, this four-bedroom equestrian property on more than four acres in College Grove is what dreams are made of!
What Nashvillians Are Most Looking Forward to Post-Quarantine
We’re eagerly awaiting our graduation from “safer at home” and returning to some of our favorite places and activities. Here, Nashvillians share what they most look forward to post-quarantine.
“I Had a Quarantine Wedding”: 4 Brides Share Their Wedding Day Stories
With extensive planning under their belts, these four Southern brides are not only making the best of a tough situation, but they’re also proving weddings are joyous and memorable no matter the location, details or size of the guest list.
How to Care for Your Hair Until Salons Reopen
Are you anxiously awaiting the reopening of your favorite hair salon? When it does, will you be able to snag an appointment? Some of our favorite local experts share what they’re doing to help clients during the quarantine, and what we can do to prepare for our next visit.
14 Places to Order Specialty Cocktails To Go in Nashville
In addition to serving up fabulous food to go, many restaurants now offer to-go cocktails as well. Here are 10 places to get curbside cocktails in Nashville.
7 Life Lessons We’re Learning From the Quarantine
Home economics class has become a thing of the past … or has it? Here are the ways in which this time in quarantine might just be reviving the age-old life skills course and teaching us some solid life lessons along the way.
Read This Before You Rearrange Your Home
With as much time as we’re spending at home these days, a little room rearranging might be in order. We asked the experts to break down the do’s and don’ts for us.
9 Places in Nashville for Family To Go Meals
Need a break from cooking tonight? These nine Nashville restaurants make life easier with delicious family takeout meals.
Considering Pet Adoption During Quarantine?
Are you considering adopting a pet for comfort and companionship during social isolation? Here’s everything you need to know about adopting and getting equipped in the midst of “safer at home.”
They Beat COVID: One Family’s Message of Hope
They were one of the first families to test positive for COVID-19 in their hometown. Find out how they’re spreading a message of love and hope rather than fear.
Need Wine, Nashville? The Best Ways to Buy Booze During Quarantine
Some of our favorite wine and spirits stores are making sure we have fully stocked bars while we’re all home-bound. We’ve got your Nashville guide to curbside pickup and home delivery.
What Nashville Chefs Are Cooking for Breakfast While They’re at Home
We asked some of our favorite local chefs what they’re making for breakfast during the quarantine, and they offered up some recipes so we can enjoy their brilliant flavors too!
Where to Order Your Easter Takeout in Nashville
Are you looking to take a break from cooking? We’ve compiled a list of some of the best curbside pick up and delivery options for Easter take-out in Nashville. Image: Miel
Quarantine Beauty 101: Expert Tips for At-Home Self-Care
The quarantine can restrict our salon visits, but it can’t restrict our ability to feel beautiful. We’ve got some expert tips for beauty maintenance during the safer-at-home order.
8 Expert Tips to Look Amazing on Virtual Meetings
Spending more time at home means spending more time learning the ins and outs of virtual communication. Whether you’re on FaceTime, Skype or Zoom, here are some tips to up your game!
10 Tips to Successfully Work from Home … With Kids
Are you working from home while also homeschooling your kids? We have 10 tips for successfully (and sanely) getting through it!
From Dress Designer to Mask Maker: How Heidi Elnora is Helping the Front Lines
Jumping in where she saw a need, designer and “Project Runway” alum, Heidi Elnora, is going from making wedding gowns to sewing face masks for those on the front lines of the pandemic. Find out how you can join her in her mission.
From Dress Designer to Mask Maker: How Heidi Elnora is Helping the Front Lines
Jumping in where she saw a need, designer and “Project Runway” alum, Heidi Elnora, is going from making wedding gowns to sewing face masks for those on the front lines of the pandemic. Find out how you can join her in her mission.
How Nashville’s Fashion Community is Pivoting Their Efforts (& How You Can Help)
Find out how Nashville Fashion Week, as well as local designers and businesses, are pivoting in how they operate — and find out how you can support their efforts during this time.
What It’s Like to Have a Parent in Hospice During a Pandemic
The current lockdown poses hardships for those who have elderly family in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Moe Loughran shares her account of having a parent in hospice during a global pandemic.
What It’s Like to Have a Parent in Hospice During a Pandemic
The current lockdown poses hardships for those who have elderly family in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Moe Loughran shares her account of having a parent in hospice during a global pandemic.
Your Top Wine Questions, Answered
From pairing selections to top wines for $30 or less, we’re tackling the basic wine questions AND the ones you never thought to ask!
The Hidden History of Marathon Motor Works
When Barry Walker stumbled across the abandoned Marathon Motor Works factory, he had no clue what an adventure he was embarking on. From secret rooms to dead bodies, his unbelievable — but true! — tales of building Marathon Village and preserving its history are downright movie-worthy.
What Nashville’s Fashion Tastemakers Are Buying for Spring
Have you been wondering what style trends are on the horizon for spring? We asked some of our favorite local fashion tastemakers to weigh in on what we can look forward to.
How Sherry Stewart Deutschmann Turned Her Basement Business into a $40 Million Company
Sherry Deutschmann sold all her belongings to start a business in her basement — then she turned it into a $40 million company. Meet our newest FACE of Nashville, and find out the secrets behind her success.
7 Common Myths of Aging Skin
We may not be able to stop time, but retaining a youthful appearance isn’t necessarily a pipe dream. We asked a few local experts to weigh in on some of the most common myths of aging skin.
Nashville’s Most Over-the-Top Cocktails
Nashville’s bar programs are nothing if not inventive. From price to presentation, these cocktails are over-the-top!
From “Hee Haw” Honey to Colts Chocolates: Meet Mackenzie Colt
“Hee Haw” Honey-turned-chocolatier Mackenzie Colt has made a name for herself — both in the entertainment business and with chocolate-lovers everywhere! Meet the founder of Colts Chocolates and our newest FACE of Nashville.
Since 1920: How Nashville’s Celebrating 100 Years of Women’s Votes
As we get closer to the official centennial anniversary of the monumental passage of the 19th Amendment, Nashville is doing its part to celebrate. Check out this list of events to get in the spirit of 100 years of women’s votes!
A Beautiful Tyne Boulevard Home with History (Built as Part of a New Family Compound)
Continuing the family legacy, this plot of land in Oak Hill is the foundation for a beautiful new home that melds timeless tradition and modern functionality.
9 Inspiring Wedding Trends for 2020
Whether you’re planning your own wedding or merely looking to be inspired by someone else’s, we’ve got your hotlist for wedding trends in 2020. Take a look!
Insider Secrets From a Local Hair Stylist
What can you do when you’re late for work and there’s no time to wash your hair? How often should you use conditioner? What are the best — and worst — hair products? Kim Hunter of True Blue Salon answers these questions and more.
Last-Minute Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day
Forgot to make a dinner reservation for Valentine’s Day? We have some last-minute date ideas that are great for Valentine’s or any time!
How Nashville Can Be Pro-People and Pro-Business: Meet Odessa Kelly
With a passion for the community, this Nashville native is making waves as the first director of Stand Up Nashville, an organization devoted to justice for the working class. Meet Odessa Kelly, our newest FACE of Nashville!
11 Nashville Decadent Chocolate Desserts That You MUST Try!
If you have a hankering for chocolate, we’re highlighting some of our favorite chocolate desserts from around Music City. From rich soufflés to chocolate tarts, you’re in for a treat!
5 Ways to Indulge Your Inner Circus Performer
If you find circus performance fascinating, then you’ll definitely want to check out these local entities.
What to Wear: February 2020 Events in Nashville
Are you ready to celebrate the month of love in style? Whether you’re attending an upscale poetry reading, a wine tasting or a Valentine’s Day date-night, we’re giving you some inspiration for what to wear in February 2020!
A Conversation With Nashville’s Sara Beth Myers
Assistant United States attorney and passionate advocate Sara Beth Myers is making her mark on Nashville through her nonpartisan organization AWAKE. Meet our newest FACE of Nashville and find out more about the topic she’s discussing at Conversations at OZ next week.
The Grand Opening of Happily Grey is Finally Here!
Happily Grey, the new home and fashion store from influencer Mary Lawless Lee, opens tomorrow in Nashville and we couldn’t be more excited. Find out more about the store from Mary and get an exclusive sneak peek!
Nashville’s Unique Self-Care Treatments You Should Try
There’s a world of unique self-care treatments just waiting to help you take your pampering to the next level! From an infrared sauna to an exotic, healing Ayurvedic massage, we’re highlighting a few intriguing options to consider trying this year.
5 Things You Need to Stop Saying
Do you want to feel more empowered? Small but mighty, some words we use on a daily basis have a profound effect on how others perceive us — and we’re all “guilty” of using them.
Southern Hospitality Breathes Life into This Couple’s Nashville Wedding
Even an almost-botched marriage proposal and a wedding dress mishap couldn’t keep Ellen and Matt Boker from letting Southern hospitality whisk them away on their wedding day!
Inspiring Building & Design Trends for 2020
It may only be January, but 2020 is already shaping up to be an inspiring year … especially as building and design trends go. We consulted some of our favorite local experts, and asked them to weigh in on what we can look forward to this year!
Her Superpower is Ending Hate
Merging her passion for education and giving survivors a voice, Devora Fish is using her position as the Director of Education at the Tennessee Holocaust Commission to build social tolerance and inspire students and teachers alike.
Local Builders’ & Designers’ Favorite Projects of the Year
As we head toward the new year with thoughtful reflections of days gone by, we’ve asked some of our local design and building experts to share some of their favorite projects from 2019.
You’ll Want to Meet Helen Bransford (& Her Pigs!)
A silversmith with an affinity for pigs and her Southern heritage, Helen Bransford is an enchanting, Nashville-born jewelry designer with wonderful stories to tell … and wait until you find out who’s sleeping on her sofa!
Meet Our Giveaway Winners: These Women Help Feed Nashville’s Hungry
For some of our Nashville neighbors, the “gift of giving” means the difference between starving or having a healthy meal. Thanks to Kroger’s $5,000 Zero Hunger | Zero Waste giveaway, we’re spotlighting three Nashville nonprofits who are addressing local food insecurities.
14 Fun Southern City Experiences You Can Give as Gifts
Before you embark on your holiday shopping, consider giving a present that will create lasting memories. From an off-road driving trek to forest foraging to a thrilling treetop adventure, here are some great experiences found throughout the South that make great gifts for your nearest and dearest.
Holiday Decorating: When Is It Too Early to Start?
Just in time to satisfy our curiosity and the ongoing SB office debate, DIY expert Monica Mangin weighs in on when it’s too early (or not) to start decorating for the holidays!
The Tastiest Sandwiches You’ve Never Tried
In honor of National Sandwich Day, we’ve teamed up with two of our favorite food bloggers to bring you creative sandwich options that’ll tempt your tastebuds!
Jennifer Hobson: From Cockatoos to Community Building
You may recognize Jennifer Hobson thanks to her coffee companion, Sunshine. If not, get to know this devoted Memphian better — she’s our newest FACE of Memphis!