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Best Hamburger Restaurants in Knoxville, TN
We will highlight three of the best Hamburger restaurants in Knoxville: Corner16, Bit Burger, and The Burgers. Each of these establishments offers a unique dining experience that showcases the rich food culture of Knoxville. This city boasts a vibrant culinary scene, and its hamburger offerings are no exception. From family-owned...
Nauti K’s Riverside Bar & Grill specializes in seafood | Grub Scout
This week, I continue my tour of lakefront restaurants that operate out of East Tennessee marinas. One thing I’ve noticed they’ve had in common so far is that each was preceded at its respective site by at least one other restaurant. The turnover has been particularly high at the location where Nauti-K’s Riverside Bar & Grill has been in business for the past couple of years. Prior to that, it was a Sweet P’s, and before that, The Grub Spouse and I had dined at that facility at least twice, each time at a different restaurant.
Family of fallen KCSO deputy honors his birthday month with a fundraiser for animals
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — According to Ty Blakely, brother of the late Knox County Sheriff's Office Deputy Tucker Blakely, the decade's birthdays were something of a big deal to the Blakely family. Tucker was a huge animal lover. Even when he and Ty were kids, Tucker always looked out for...
Heart postpones remainder of 2024 tour dates, including Knoxville show. Here’s why
Rock band Heart likely won’t be coming to Knoxville this August as planned. The band has postponed its highly anticipated reunion tour. “As of today, Heart’s Royal Flush Tour is postponed due to medical reasons,” the band announced July 2 in a message shared to its official social media accounts.
Ooh Lala Indian Kitchen at Kern's Food Hall boasts 'authentic flavor' that 'was missing'
Recently added to the list of international cuisine at Kern’s Food Hall is Ooh Lala Indian Kitchen. Ooh Lala was started by manager Raj Patel and his brother, who also own Hemingway Cuban Kitchen. Though their Cuban cuisine is authentic thanks to their chef, they found a lack of authentic food from their home country in Knoxville.
Laverack angles 9th in All American Tourney
By Tim Huether Martin’s Terry Laverack had a great time on the pond at the All American Bass Fishing Tournament May 29-31, angling his way to an impressive ninth place finish with a total catch of seven fish, weighing 13 lbs., 8 oz. For his efforts, he took home a prize of $2,500.
What was it like to cook for Dolly? Former DreamMore resort chef turns skills to farming
One of the toughest working environments is the kitchen of a restaurant at a high-end resort. Powell resident Mike Russo lived that life for several years and didn’t want to become one of the mentors he had gotten to know. “You’re working 80-100 hours a week, there’s a lot...
New place for hot chicken downtown: Hot Birds moving into Marble City Market
It’s time. Knoxville’s authentic hot chicken peddler is expanding. On June 29, Amin Islam is moving his restaurant, Hot Birds, from Magnolia Avenue to its new home in the Marble City Market at 333 W. Depot Ave. “Yes, it is daunting,” Islam said about the new venture, “but...
Homesteading with the “Chicken Librarian” Kristin Webber
From cheese making to fermentation, Kristin Webber has the knowledge to help you get back to the basics. Julia sits down with Kristin to find out what homesteading is, how Kristin developed her love for it, and why Knoxville has embraced her business... From cheese making to fermentation, Kristin Webber...
Museum of Appalachia expected to send anvils flying during its annual Fourth of July celebration
NORRIS, Tenn. — During the Fourth of July, fireworks send explosions rippling across East Tennessee. Usually, the blasts can be heard across neighborhoods and communities, causing people to look up and watch the colors as they brighten up the night sky. At the Museum of Appalachia, people will be...
Food City Pantry: 4th of July Brunch Options for the Entire Family
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Whether you are on a stay-cation or entertaining, Food City has just the spread for you! We are exploring some tasty brunch options that are perfect for the entire family. Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley with an Adorable Adoptable!. Food City is known for...
Shoes for School offers new shoes, school supplies and resources for students and their families
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Shoes for School is around a month away, kicking off on Aug. 3, and there are big changes coming. It will be held in a new location and offer new kinds of services and resources. It's hosted by the Knoxville Area Urban League and aims to make sure students have their back-to-school basics and are prepared for the school year.
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