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Mangia Nashville on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Mangia Nashville

Berry Hill, TN

Franklin, TN is one of the South's most charming and historic towns. And because of its growth in recent years, there are many dining options when you visit. Everything from a down home meat and three to authentic New York Italian. And, in one amazing case--both under one roof. Tennessee Crossroads discovered how a quaint Southern café gets transformed into an Italian family-style feast full of great food, fun, music, and epicurean ecstasy. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Hillbilly Willy's Bar-B-Q on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Hillbilly Willy’s Bar-B-Q

Chattanooga, TN

Tennessee may not have the best jazz in the country, but an argument could be made for it having the best BBQ. We like the fact that behind each BBQ success story is an interesting individual, or in some cases a whole family of them. Case in point, the hot spot Tennessee Crossroads found in Chattanooga, TN is called Hillbilly Willy's Bar-B-Q. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Pennington Seed & Supply on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Pennington Seed & Supply

Dyersburg, TN

The saying goes "Great oaks from little acorns grow." For one Dyersburg, TN family, it's not the acorn that has caused their business to blossom. Tennessee Crossroads visited the Pennington Feed & Seed to find out why the Penningtons are nuts about pecans. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Wall Street Grill on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Wall Street Grill

Humboldt, TN

In all our travels we’ve discovered all kinds of restaurants across the state. Tennessee Crossroads found a home town eatery in Humboldt, TN where a family not only works hard but has a recipe for great food and also one for success. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about the Wall Street Grill.


Bluebird Cafe on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Bluebird Cafe

Nashville, TN

Nancy Hoddinott drops in at the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville to discover the story behind the famous name.


The Hermitage Hotel and Farm at Glen Leven on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

The Hermitage Hotel and Farm at Glen Leven

Nashville, TN

Trying to preserve our state’s history and green space, while at the same time give travelers a 5 -Star experience can be a challenge. But the owners and management at the Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville, TN are not only doing that, they’re taking it one step further. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about The Hermitage Hotel and Farm at Glen Leven.


Arezzo's Italian Restaurant on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Arezzo’s Italian Restaurant

Winchester, TN

You know you'll find some of the most beautiful town squares in the country right here in Tennessee. They offer shopping, entertainment, and best of all, wonderful dining destinations. And, if you're looking for Italian, you don't need a passport or air fare to the old country. Just make your way to the historic town square in Winchester, TN.


Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre

Nashville, TN

In show business, something may be popular today and forgotten tomorrow. One Nashville, TN theater has bucked that trend since it opened its doors back in 1967. Tennessee Crossroads went to find out why Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theater is still going strong, and who better to ask than the man who founded the place and his son who now runs it. Watch this and more episode segments of Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads.


Sally Lane's Candy Farm on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Sally Lane’s Candy Farm

Paris, TN

You know Tennessee Crossroads has traveled throughout the state for years now and we've discovered an abundance of traditional farms everywhere. We've been from dairy, horse, and poultry to cotton, corn, tobacco, beans and so much more. Well, that is, until Tennessee Crossroads found a farm in Paris, TN where they are growing a sweet family business that's guaranteed to satisfy our sweet tooth. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Sally Lane's Candy Farm.


Jack's Bar-B-Que on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Jack’s Bar-B-Que

Nashville, TN

In our nearly 25 years of Tennessee Crossroads we've sampled our share of the state's great BBQ offerings. We've found BBQ joints in alleys, along country roads, even in the heart of downtown Nashville. That's where an entrepreneur took a risk years ago that paid off. Nowadays, you won't hear a conversation about BBQ in this town without hearing the name Jack. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Jack's Bar-B-Que.


Goo Goos on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Goo Goos

Nashville, TN

Rob Wilds pays a visit to the Standard Candy Company, the home of Nashville's iconic cluster confection.


Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous Ribs on NPT's Tennessee Crossroads

Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous Ribs

Memphis, TN

Tennessee Crossroads travels to an alley in Memphis, TN that's home to a world famous BBQ family tradition. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous Ribs.