Category Archives: America

Arnold’s Country Kitchen, Nashville Tennessee

Posted on May 8, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Good things come to those who wait, right? You are going to wait to eat at Arnolds Country Kitchen, for longer than you’d like. You’ll wait outside, you’ll wait inside, you’ll salivate. You’ll ask yourself why you are subjecting precious … Continue reading →

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Biscuit Love, Nashville Tennessee

Posted on May 7, 2018 by julieovaltrades

The quintessential brunch spot in Nashville, you’ll want to hop on line and wait for Biscuit Love again and again. Once you get inside order up at the counter and the food comes out lightening fast. Why is this place … Continue reading →

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Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, Nashville Tennessee

Posted on May 6, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Hot chicken. It’s what you came to Nashville for and Hattie B’s Hot Chicken is the place to get this local specialty. This is an extremely popular restaurant, it is likely you will have to wait in line for possibly … Continue reading →

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McClung Museum, Knoxville Tennessee

Posted on May 5, 2018 by julieovaltrades

A wonderful gem on the University of Tennessee campus, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture is open daily, free to the public, and filled with surprising information. Intrigue begins before you even enter, as the duck billed dinosaur stands … Continue reading →

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Knoxville Botanical Garden, Tennessee

Posted on May 4, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Just minutes outside of the city in an unassuming residential neighborhood, you’d never find the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum if you weren’t looking for it. This garden packs a wealth of history, beginning prior to Tennessee statehood in 1786. … Continue reading →

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UT Gardens, Knoxville Tennessee

Posted on May 3, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Spring is a garden lovers delight and there is no lovelier place in Knoxville to take a stroll than UT Gardens. Recognized as the official botanical gardens of the state of Tennessee, the park is free and open daily. There … Continue reading →

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Status Dough, Knoxville Tennessee

Posted on May 2, 2018 by julieovaltrades

You won’t find ordinary donuts at Status Dough, but MEGA-donuts. Seriously, some of these bad boys are the size of your head. This is great because you can order, just one, and pretend to not be a glutton. Somehow I … Continue reading →

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Knoxville Museum of Art, Tennessee

Posted on May 1, 2018 by julieovaltrades

A true gem of the city, Knoxville Museum of Art showcases art and artists of East Tennessee. The museum has free admission and parking, it is a must see when in the area. One unique exhibit featured during my visit … Continue reading →

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Visit the Sunsphere in World’s Fair Park, Knoxville Tennessee

Posted on April 30, 2018 by julieovaltrades

A golden disco ball dominates the skyline in Knoxville, Tennessee. The iconic Sunsphere was built in 1982 for the World’s Fair held in the city. It stands 266 ft tall and houses a free observation deck with a 360 degree … Continue reading →

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President Polk State Historic Site, North Carolina

Posted on April 29, 2018 by julieovaltrades

Surprisingly, Polk isn’t a figure that is emphasized in American history classes. The 11th President of the United States had a large hand in shaping the nation we view today in a time called the Spirited Age he more than … Continue reading →

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