Has anyone here eaten at the Silly Goose (1888 Eastland Ave, Nashville, TN 37206) yet?  It is about 10-15 minutes away from Stewarts Ferry Apartments.  If you haven't heard of it, it's one of Nashville's hottest new restaurants.  In fact, it was recently voted Best of Nashville in the  Food & Drink category by the Nashville Scene for 2010. The Silly... [Read more...]

Looking for a tasty recipe that you can whip up in the kitchen of your apartment without having to dirty up too many pots for your dishwasher?  Try this one for German Rouladen.  It consists of thinly sliced beef filled with bacon, onion and pickles and topped with gravy. I just tried the dish for the first time at a local restaurant here in Hermitage... [Read more...]

Well, folks the 2010 NFL season is well underway and the Tennessee Titans (2-1 ) seem to holding their own within the AFC South.  Their defense is actually looking better than I expected.  So here's a question for you Stewarts Ferry residents:  where do you prefer to watch the games?  While there is absolutely nothing wrong with relaxing in the comfort of... [Read more...]

When was the last time you were on a trip around the world?  If you have yet to do so, how about this weekend.  You can visit Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, South America and South Africa, all without leaving the Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge.  This Saturday (Sept. 25) from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Mercedes-Benz of Nashville will... [Read more...]

According to a new article in The Tenneseean, a growing number of Nashville restaurants are beginning to accomodate pets for their guest's dinner plans.  In fact, Mambu Restaurant and Bar (1806 Hayes St., 615.329.1293) is allowing pets to be on their patio through the month of September and even has plans to start a "doggie dining menu."  Currently, they're... [Read more...]

When I think of American pub food, I think of buffalo wings, chicken fingers, burgers and fries.  Easy, tasty dishes that when done right, will always hit the spot and will always go great with an ice cold, foamy draft.  Apparently for some, a little more panache in their pub menu is desired.  And with that, the "gastropub" was born. A gastropub is... [Read more...]

Did you know that today is National Fried Chicken Day?  Neither did I until I saw it on the 'net this morning.  I can't tell you how easy that made me decision about what to eat for dinner today (and maybe even the rest of the week...no need to cut such a great holiday short).  I'm always looking for an excuse to down a two piece and biscuit. My only beef... [Read more...]

According to a new article on the Food Network, the best burger in Tennessee is made right here in Nashville at Rotiers.  I've never been before but I figure that if it's considered the best burger in Tennessee, a state that's known for it's ability to cook meat just right over an open flame, there must be something to them.  They've also been voted "Best Cheeseburger"... [Read more...]