
The Ultimate Franklin Fall Bucket List
READ MORE: The Ultimate Franklin Fall Bucket ListFranklin is certainly a sight to behold in the fall. The crisp weather, vibrant blue skies, autumn leaves, and harvest decorations make walking through the town feel as if you’ve stepped inside an autumn-themed Hallmark movie. Take a drive down the country roads outside Franklin and the red, orange, and gold-hued hills of Williamson County…

7 Franklin Strip Mall Restaurant Finds That Will Surprise & Delight You
READ MORE: 7 Franklin Strip Mall Restaurant Finds That Will Surprise & Delight YouWilliamson County is riddled with hidden gems, from stunning, tucked-away farms to historical landmarks, seemingly on every street corner. There’s much to discover county-wide, and we’re here to share a […]

48 Hours in Franklin: How to Experience the Perfect Fall Getaway
READ MORE: 48 Hours in Franklin: How to Experience the Perfect Fall GetawayIt’s hard to put your finger on what makes fall in Franklin, Tennessee an other-worldly experience. It might be that the temperatures give way from summer’s brutal heat to provide us with a small reprieve—a sigh of relief. It might be the vast stretch of changing leaves up on the Natchez Trace, with bits of…

Ready for a Road Trip? 9 Can’t-Miss Stops between Memphis & Franklin
READ MORE: Ready for a Road Trip? 9 Can’t-Miss Stops between Memphis & FranklinAs a born-and-raised Middle Tennessee guy, Franklin will always have the majority of my heart, but I spent my youth making the road trip to Memphis to visit family and […]

Don’t Leave Franklin Without Trying These 5 Amazing Dishes
READ MORE: Don’t Leave Franklin Without Trying These 5 Amazing DishesIf you’re visiting Williamson County, you’d better come hungry! From tiny locally-owned cafés tucked in historic buildings to exceptional globally-influenced fare, there are plenty of dining options for breakfast, lunch, […]

Beat the Heat with These 6 Hot New Finds in Franklin
READ MORE: Beat the Heat with These 6 Hot New Finds in FranklinSummertime in Tennessee carries with it a special kind of nostalgia—spend nights catching lightning bugs with neighborhood friends, Saturdays strolling the farmers market in search of the perfect tomato, afternoons with friends racing to finish a melting ice cream cone, with the familiar smell of sunscreen and bug spray filling the air through it all. …

Stay, See, Shop & Eat: The Best Spots to Visit on Franklin’s Main Street
READ MORE: Stay, See, Shop & Eat: The Best Spots to Visit on Franklin’s Main StreetFranklin’s greatest treasure is undoubtedly its historic Main Street. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this bustling thoroughfare runs through the heart of downtown. It expertly combines small-town Southern […]

The 6 Best Ways to Soak Up Summer at Southall
READ MORE: The 6 Best Ways to Soak Up Summer at SouthallSouthall Farm & Inn has drawn visitors in droves since doors opened in late 2022 thanks to its breathtaking scenery of rolling hills and lush gardens, luxury accommodations, and noteworthy amenities—among them, a world-class spa, intimate farm-to-table dining, and a bevy of on-site experiences (falconry, anyone?). This summer will be Southall’s first, and I think…

Middle Tennessee’s Wine Country: Explore & Sip at Arrington Vineyards
READ MORE: Middle Tennessee’s Wine Country: Explore & Sip at Arrington VineyardsImagine a picnic with some of your favorite people in the beautiful pastoral hills of Tennessee, complete with delicious wines, tasty finger foods, and live jazz playing in the background. It’s hard to beat an outing like this one, which is why Arrington Vineyards has been one of Middle Tennessee’s most popular destinations for tourists and locals…

Your Ultimate Sneak Peek of What’s New at The Factory at Franklin
READ MORE: Your Ultimate Sneak Peek of What’s New at The Factory at FranklinOne of Williamson County’s most beloved attractions is The Factory at Franklin, the former home of Dortch Stove Works (and subsequently Magic Chef and the Jamison Bedding Company). Built in 1929, the property has earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, and while it’s no longer a working factory, it’s currently undergoing a…

The Heart & Soul of Healthy Food: Chef Bobby Benjamin & Franklin Favorite Herban Market
READ MORE: The Heart & Soul of Healthy Food: Chef Bobby Benjamin & Franklin Favorite Herban MarketFrom the moment you set foot inside Franklin’s Herban Market, you can sense something is wonderfully different. To the right, the shelves are filled with intriguing organic goodies, locally-sourced produce, grass-fed meats, and a dizzying array of flavored olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Straight ahead, you’ll find a wine bar and a work space filled…

How to Make Your Next Franklin Picnic the Most Luxurious
READ MORE: How to Make Your Next Franklin Picnic the Most LuxuriousSpringtime in Franklin truly is a sight to behold. Wildflowers carpet the hills, trees burst into colorful bloom, and the landscape cloaks itself in a hundred different shades of green. What better way to savor this Eden-like time in Tennessee than with a luxury picnic? One of our favorite settings for a picnic to remember…