Smyrna, TN
You can find wonderful works of art when you go to a museum, but what's wrong with bringing works of art to where you are, like a coffee shop? That's the plan at a café in Smyrna, TN specifically designed to surround you with work of local artists. Tennessee Crossroads visited the Carpe Café where you can get a good sandwich and a side order of local creativity. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Clarksville, TN
When it comes to topping off a really good meal, there are a few classic deserts that are staples on most menus. Tennessee Crossroads visited a Clarksville, TN couple who truly “take the cake” -- cheesecake that is -- when it comes to their passion for these sweet treats. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
There aren't many soda shops on the National Register of Historic Places. Then again, there aren't many soda shops like Elliston Place in Nashville. In its 78 years of business it's been a gathering spot for politicians and entertainers and featured in films and TV shows. But, as you're about to discover, one thing it hasn't seen much of is change. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
Many people claim term "meat and three" was coined in Tennessee and certainly our state has some great diners that proudly live up to the moniker. Some are even on the list of tourist attractions. This one in Nashville might considered more of a local secret and you may have trouble pronouncing the name -- most customers do -- but you won't have any trouble discovering the joys of Dandgure's Cafe. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
It's hard to improve on classic, time-tested comfort foods. Tennessee Crossroads recently ran into a Nashville, TN entrepreneur who has taken what is perhaps the most important "comfort" ingredient, butter, to a new level. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Nashville, TN
Many folks might think that the only flavored popcorn would be "buttered" popcorn, but those folks never met an East Nashville family, who provide a tantalizing array of taste-tempting, and tongue-torching treats. Tennessee Crossroads meets a family that takes popcorn to a whole new level. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Joelton, TN
Pieces of Americana are getting harder to find, but Tennessee Crossroads happened across one called Country Junction Restaurant, at the Country Junction in Joelton, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
Tennessee Crossroads newest family member sure chose a delicious way to make her entrance. Welcome Danielle Colburn Allen to the fold, as she visits Big Al's Deli in Nashville, TN. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Nashville, TN
If you had a tree house as a kid, it's a fond childhood memory. In East Nashville, one child's tree house is now one of that neighborhood's newest and most unique eateries. Tennessee Crossroads takes us to the Treehouse Restaurant. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Woodbury, TN
Tennessee is well known for its distilleries. The Cannon County, TN Short Mountain Distillery that Tennessee Crossroads visited isn't quite a household name yet, but it has plenty to make a day trip worthwhile. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Arlington, TN
Some of the restaurants we discover for Tennessee Crossroads s disprove the old "location is everything" adage. Slingshot Charlie's in Arlington, TN is a prime example. The owner Betty Milton was determined to create the home-cooking haven of her dreams, a place called Slingshot Charlie's. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
Mount Juliet, TN
Susan Watson visits a family-operated bakery in Mount Juliet. (Closed)Susan Watson visits a family-operated bakery in Mount Juliet. Short Cakes Cakery is permanently closed, but you can watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.
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