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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.
Swig brings its 'dirty sodas' to Tennessee for the first time. Here's where it is open
Appearing like an oasis in the desert, the refreshment franchise Swig has opened its first location in Tennessee. Swig, which opened in Alcoa on June 21, is a soda fountain drive-through chain known for its "dirty sodas." "Dirty sodas" are traditional sodas blended like nonalcoholic cocktails with fruits, creams or flavorings. Swig has menu items like its most popular drinks Hula Girl and the Texas Tab, or custom-made creations.
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.
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...
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.
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...
Fireworks safety for furry friends
Fourth of July can be a time of great fun and celebration, but it can also be a distressing time for furry friends. With fireworks shooting off and the hustle and bustle of celebration, it can be easy to miss a dog bolting out the door or fence. “July Fourth or New Year’s, any firework-laden holiday that people tend to celebrate with that, it does produce that anxiety in the...
Where to Listen to Live Music this Summer
While Nashville may be Music City, the Peaceful Side of the Smokies is home to a lively—and affordable—music scene. This summer, discover the diversity of Appalachian music, from bluegrass to rock n’ roll, at these upcoming performances. Sunset Series Concert at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center,...
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...
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...
Looking for the perfect glass of wine? 5 Knoxville-area spots have award-winning selections
Knoxville's vibrant beer scene is well-known. The wine scene is doing well, too. In fact, it’s award-winning. Wine Spectator, the premier magazine focused on wine and wine culture, honored five restaurants in the region in its 2024 Restaurant Awards, including three in Knoxville. One restaurant in the Great Smoky Mountains was the only establishment in Tennessee to get the top Grand Award.
Monday Night Brewing sprang from a Bible study but fits right in at Kern’s Food Hall
After attending a Friday morning Bible study, three members began to meet on Monday nights to get to know one another better and hang out. They started to dabble in the world of home brewing, and the hangout blossomed into Monday Night Brewing. Joel Iverson, Jeff Heck and Jonathan Baker...
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.
Knoxville artist brings Smokey to Strong Alley in new downtown mural
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Knoxville artist put up a new mural in the downtown area, incorporating his love for the outdoors, nature and the state of Tennessee. Of course, it also makes sure to highlight the University of Tennessee's mascot — Smokey. Gared Luquet painted the mural in...
Knoxville nighthawks: A picture worth a thousand words
It is simply one of the coolest pictures of downtown Knoxville I’ve ever seen. Posted in a history group, it breathes film noir, with a hint of Edward Hopper’s painting Nighthawks, and looks like you could step right through the looking glass onto Gay Street in 1947. The...
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