BOB MCKINNEY: What I know
Doug Sarrett long ago received some advice from his dad: “Do something you like, because you’ll be doing it a long time.” A sound engineer in Nashville for the past 35 years, working with some of
Brentwood-based nonprofit sells gift card bundles to build schools in Africa
Mocha Club kicked off a new campaign on Dec. 1, 2017, that features a unique Christmas gift option: a $250 bundle of gift cards for $35. Partnering with stores including Nisolo, Faherty, ALALA, Jack Mason, Hackwith, ONA,
Need To Know: 4 non-tax issues addressed in the ‘tax bill’
In the middle of the night Saturday, senate Republicans pushed a 500-page tax bill, despite Democrats call for an extension to read the bill. Narrowly passing with a 51-49 vote, the bill has spiked plenty
Where To Volunteer Your Time This Holiday Season (And Beyond)
By ALLIE MYSZKA The holidays are a season of giving—and that doesn’t always have to mean giving “stuff!” While it can be easy to give in to the whirlwind of shopping and parties and decorating,
12 Days of Drinks: Day 4
On the fourth day of drinks my true love sent to me… this delightful, simple cocktail featuring Tullamore D.E.W., the world’s only triple distilled, triple blend, triple matured whiskey. This delicious beverage will pair wonderfully
Acme Feed & Seed is number-one restaurant destination for Lyft drivers
Acme Feed & Seed, Bridgestone Arena and Pinewood Social were among the top destinations for Lyft drivers in Nashville this year, according to a press release from the five-year-old ride-sharing company. The destinations were part
12 Days of Drinks: Day 3
On the third day of drinks my true love sent to me… Even if you're not doing any holiday traveling, you can still satisfy that wanderlust itch with this curious cocktail made with Hendrick’s Gin.
Christmas gifts for every type of dad
It’s no secret that buying for the dad in the family is difficult. Socks? New t-shirts? A new tool to add to the tool set? That’s all you want? Finding a thoughtful yet useful gift
Seasonal gift card sales including restaurants, retail and more
By REBEKAH JONES We all love a useful gift card, whether it’s giving or receiving. For all your last minute gifts, check out these gift card deals, from retail to dining and more. Puckett's and Puckett's Boat House
Vintage car collector brings "man cave" to downtown Franklin with Franklin Road Apparel
A new shop for men aims to draw new shoppers to Downtown Franklin.
HOME SWEET HOME: My Other Garage
With the city busting at the seams, more and more Nashvillians are finding it difficult to make space for their beloved vehicles. There are plenty of self-storage facilities. However, when in a self-storage unit, cars
Colonel Littleton delights with artisan leathergoods
Colonel Littleton is in the business of creating handcrafted items that are destined to be passed down from one generation to the next. Though today he is synonymous with the finest handmade leather goods, it
Rules on how to wear the cool untuck without looking like a slob
Recently, a commercial has been airing ad nasuem extolling an invention that took years to perfect--an untucked shirt. The shirt company, UNTUCKit, claims to have perfected a menswear shirt designed to be worn untucked. We
Where smoke is celebrated: Cigar bars in Nashville
When you want to savor a cigar and don't want to be banished to outside? Head to a cigar bar. A haven for cigar connoisseurs and a great place to learn about different brands, a
Grill gadgets that will make you a primo grillmaster
By CATHI AYCOCK Since man discovered fire (and well-aged marbled steak) there has been an obsession with grilling. With grilling season here, it is time to ramp up your grilling game with some cool accessories.
Fidget Toy is today’s status boy toy
Boys and their toys used to mean cars, tech or sports equipment. Today, the toy of the moment is designed to help antsy men (and OK, women) feel a sense of calm and focus. Fidget
“Spamalot” cast members go Honky Tonkin’ in search for the Grail
King Arthur, Sir Robin, and their faithful servant Patsy, in full costume and character, take a pair of coconut shells to lower Broadway in a video promoting the Studio Tenn production of "Spamalot." They sing Karaoke,
Five books guys will love (even if they hate to read)
By CATHI AYCOCK My hubs loves to read. Now. Like after a decade of watching me devour books and feeling left out. And having me laugh, cry and scream while I immerse myself in books
Studio Tenn will choose a knight for cameos in Spamalot
Studio Tenn is looking for “A Knight to Remember” and clearly it’s not this dunce in the picture. Studio Tenn will be casting three individuals for cameo appearances in their upcoming production of "Monty Python’s
Funky socks add flair to often-monotonous menswear
By CATHI AYCOCK To say that Frank Coyle's staggering sock collection started with the sincerest form of flattery and blossomed into the sincerest form of friendship gives the humble foot covering a lot of credit.
If you think Vintage Base Ball is old fashioned, check out its predecessors
Vintage Base Ball has taken Middle Tennessee by storm, with"ballists" forming clubs in Brentwood, Franklin, Goodlettsville, as well as three in Nashville. But if 1864 isn't far enough back in sport history for you, the
Know the signs of odometer tampering
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE Odometer fraud affects consumers in two ways. First, a person may pay considerably more than the vehicle is worth. Second, they will believe that they have purchased a relatively
Five steps to a proper golf club fitting
By KATIE HAMM Many golfers, even avid golfers who compete often at their local club, spend little time picking out their golf clubs. In fact, they may spend more time choosing their golf apparel than
Read this if you wash your face with whatever is in the shower
Mens skincare brought in an estimated 21 billion in revenue last year as men (finally) embrace grooming that goes way beyond drugstore shave cream and bar soap. Of course, all that growth means a flood
What to get the women on your shopping list
By Heather Listhartke If you haven’t finished your holiday shopping, you might be stressing out. And, if you’re a man, you might be stressing about what to get the women on your shopping list. I