Nashville, TN
Restaurants come and go as fickle-food fixations change. One study by Ohio State University found that up to 60% of restaurants close or get new owners within their first year of operation. So, when Rob Wilds heard about a restaurant that is still going strong after more than 50 years, he knew he had to try it. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Dairy King.
Nolensville, TN
In this age of chain restaurants, it's getting hard to find a good old-fashioned soda parlor these days. Well, Tennessee Crossroads found one in the tiny town of Lynnville, TN. It boasts having some of the best hamburgers and shakes in the whole state. Here's Cindy at the junction, Soda Pop Junction. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
On this show we’ve sampled some of the state’s best barbeque, catfish and fried chicken. Maybe it’s time we tried something more on the healthy side. In fact, we’re gonna meet a Nashville couple who opened a restaurant a few years ago, one that specializes in a version of wholesome southern cooking. It's a place that’s attracting customers from all walks of life – with all kinds of routine eating habits. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about The Southern V's healthy approach to southern soul food.
Martin, TN
Tennessee Crossroads hits the rural highways to visit Grind Mac & Cheese Burger Bar in Martin, TN, that features an enticing and adventurous menu along with some over-the-top hospitality. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Ashland City, TN
O'Brien's Southern Diner just outside Ashland City, TN. has much of that 'at home' feeling is because of owner Candice O'Brien Beasley, who makes certain every plate that leaves her kitchen passes her personal 'perfection' test. Join us on Tennessee Crossroads and Nashville Public Television to find out more.
Tracy City, TN
Flashback to 1988: The Dutch Maid Bakery in Tracy City, TN turns out about 3,000 fruit cakes each year for Christmas. Tennessee Crossroads visited a bakery where fruit cakes are no joking matter. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Smyrna, TN
Around here, when Tennessee barbecue calls, we listen. And recently Tennessee Crossroads heard good things about a mom and pop place in Smyrna, TN called Kinfolks BBQ. So, we went there and found the owners smoking everything from brisket to baloney. Throw in some soul food sides and you got the makings of a quin CUE tial meal. Join Nashville Public Television to find out more.
Centerville, TN
We love taking you to Homegrown food venues around the state. And when the specialty is something like catfish – well, all the better. The first destinations that Nashville Public Television and Tennessee Crossroads embarks on is a popular restaurant in Centerville, TN called Fish Camp. In addition to fresh fish, there’s a heartening story there about overcoming adversity after the Flood of 2010. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Savannah, TN
Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to visit a little piece of paradise near Pickwick Dam in Southwest Tennessee. Jay and Cher Harrison built it in 2011 and named it The Outpost. Acclaimed for its delicious dining, it's also evolved into a unique, complete family getaway.
Nashville, TN
When a passion for cooking is in your DNA, someday you might feel the need to share it with the public in the form of - what else - a restaurant. That happened to a couple of East Nashville sisters who already had successful professional careers. It all unfolded at a place with a sweet, mysterious name: Shugga Hi. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
