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05/29/2026

We’ve got a great reason for you to go visit Nashville Yards! There’s SO much to see and do now.

XPLR.NASH is giving away an ultimate play and stay experience at Nashville Yards, and the way to enter is simple: go explore it for yourself.

We recently spent time across the property, from the newer restaurants and food spots to the retail, entertainment, hotels, hidden details, and outdoor spaces like the Ascension Saint Thomas Landing that are making this one of the more interesting areas to experience downtown.

The scavenger hunt will send you around Nashville Yards to take a few photos, find a few specific stops, and actually get a feel for what’s been built between Union Station and Church Street.

The prize package covers a little bit of everything, including a one-night stay at Grand Hyatt Nashville, two tickets to The Pinnacle, gift cards to restaurants across the property, a custom hat experience from Gigi Pip, Hooky movie tickets, Christie Cookie’s Cookies for a Year, and more.

Comment NASHVILLE YARDS and we’ll send you the scavenger hunt details and submission form by DM. Winner will be selected on or about June 18, 2026.

05/28/2026

Whether you’re new to country music or a lifelong fan, this is a can’t miss show.

is the newest show in Nashville. It takes you through the history of country music from the 1920s and into the 2000s through songs and dance.

You’ll see performances from a cast dressed as Hank Williams and Minnie Pearl to Dolly, Garth, and Reba.

Performances happen every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at Ray Stevens Cabaray in West Nashville.

It’s a great family-friendly show and kids 12 and under are always free.

This show is as authentic as it gets and is one of the best we’ve seen in Nashville in a long time.

Cool Springs might seriously have one of the most underrated sushi experiences in Middle Tennessee đź‘€We recently sat down...
05/27/2026

Cool Springs might seriously have one of the most underrated sushi experiences in Middle Tennessee đź‘€

We recently sat down at Thai Samurai in Franklin for a full dinner experience that turned into way more than just sushi.

The atmosphere alone immediately stands out. Glowing lantern ceilings, an open sushi counter, dramatic plating, and a space that somehow feels elevated without feeling overly formal.

Then the food started hitting the table.

We tried the omakase experience prepared by Chef Benny, and every plate felt intentional. Fresh-cut tuna, beautifully prepared nigiri, layered flavors, premium fish, and the kind of presentation where the entire table stops talking for a second once a new course arrives.

Outside of the omakase, we also tried the A5 Wagyu, Crying Tiger, red curry, seafood and young coconut, flaming sushi presentations, and several Thai favorites that proved this place goes way beyond just being a sushi restaurant.

That’s honestly what surprised us the most.

Thai Samurai somehow balances premium sushi, chef-driven experiences, and comforting Thai dishes all under one roof without feeling gimmicky or overdone.

This feels like the kind of place you could visit for:
• date nights
• celebrations
• introducing someone to omakase
• group dinners
• or just a really solid dinner in Cool Springs

And yes… watching work behind the sushi counter absolutely lives up to the hype.

Save this for your next dinner spot and send it to someone you’d bring with you 🍣🔥

05/27/2026

This is the kind of restaurant people drive past for years before realizing what’s actually inside.

Thai Samurai in Franklin is part Thai restaurant, part sushi spot, and part place where the menu goes further than you might expect in Cool Springs.

You can go all in with their 12-course omakase experience from the incredible Chef Benny if you want the chef to guide the meal.

That’s where you’ll find bites like A5 Wagyu with black truffle, fresh cuts of fish, and dishes like the Flaming Tiger that arrive with a little more drama.

If Thai Samurai has only been on your radar as a Thai-and-sushi place, this is your reminder to take a closer look.

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