ALSO TRY…

You could easily spend a week or more simply eating and drinking in Nashville, although your waistline may not thank you. Here are some places to check out.

ADELE’S

Named for chef Jonathan Waxman’s late mother, this rustic yet chic restaurant serves seasonal American dishes, many cooked in the wood-fired oven or over the grill in the open kitchen. adelesnashville.com

EMMY SQUARED

A small chain serving Detroitstyle pizza (rectangular and thick-based) that gets rave reviews from guests. The Colony (pepperoni, pickled jalapenos and honey) is a firm favourite. emmysquared.com

THE 404 KITCHEN

European cuisine gets a modern spin at this restaurant, with high-class yet comforting results. Demand saw it relocate here from a shipping container thanks to the growing reputation of chef Matt Bolus. the404nashville.com

GERTIE’S BAR

Can’t get a table at the 404 Kitchen? Then its bar is worth the pilgrimage instead. One of Nashville’s finest bourbon collections meets craft cocktails with a menu of crowd-pleasing food completing the package. gertiesnashville.com