Brand Spotlight: Christy Dawn
Christy Dawn is a brand that will transport you to a picturesque field, filled with vibrant flowers, accented by a soft blue sky. A Los Angeles based brand with roots in an earth friendly ethos, […]
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Biodynamic Farming
Biodynamic farming is defined by the Biodynamics Association as a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach to farming, gardening, food, and nutrition. The practice of biodynamic farming was first introduced in the 1920’s by Dr. Rudolf Steiner, […]
The Future of Convenience
To understand how small businesses came to be, we have to step back in time. Around 800BC the citizens of ancient Greece organized the first iteration of shopping small with an open air market where […]
MadAndie Brand Spotlight
Elizabeth Graf has always had a love for vintage. “The imperfections and stories behind every piece of old jewelry and furniture fascinate me. There has yet to be a vintage typewriter, metal box or wood […]
Greenwashing
I was 27 when I started paying attention to labels and marketing. Perhaps because during my time working at a prominent New York City ad agency, I gained a deeper understanding of the process behind […]
Refill It Nashville
There’s a movement taking hold around trash. As consumers become more aware of the issues surrounding trash, specifically plastic waste, they are not sitting idly by. People are seeking out alternatives to plastic, asking questions […]
Small Businesses and Consumer Spending During COVID-19
As the effects of coronavirus seep into every corner of our lives, we’re faced with change. Wearing masks, celebrating birthdays with drive by parades, and being cognizant of other’s personal space while in public are […]
A Moment With Ashley Trabue
Ashley Trabue is an artist in Nashville, TN with an ethos of self love, compassion and female empowerment. Ashley’s artwork is a gentle and honest expression of the human body in all its forms. Personally, […]
Eating Local During COVID-19
At this moment in time, we find ourselves living through a situation that is touching and changing all of our lives. First and foremost, I hope everyone is taking every measure to stay safe and […]
Shop Small
w/ Love Local My name is Jen and I created Love Local because I wanted to support independently owned brands and truly shop small. My journey started while living in New York City, I stumbled […]
Meet the Maker: Gold + Ivy
This week I sat down with Alexis Smith, founder of local candle company, Gold + Ivy. As soon as we begin it’s clear there’s something special underneath her quiet, polite exterior. This twenty-four year old […]
Burn a Candle and Breathe Easy
Candles come in all shapes, sizes and smells. I get excited when I find a scent I love and can’t wait to burn it at home and have the lovely smell fill the house. However, […]
E. Nashville Restaurant Week 2020
Reservations are now open for East Nashville Restaurant Week, February 16th – 22nd. Our favorite restaurants will be offering discounts and special menu items, showcasing the depth of this small but mighty neighborhood. Chefs have […]
Resolving 2020
It’s a new year so here it comes: change. The ball has dropped and we put our best intentions into setting new years resolutions to change something in our lives for the better. Change can be scary […]
Meet the Maker : Heider’s Honey
Imagine a quiet residential neighborhood in Northeast Ohio lined with unassuming homes surrounded by green grass and full trees. The flowers are blooming and the bees are buzzing. Heider’s Honey is a small husband and […]
Meet the Maker : Good Flower Farm
It’s Halloween and I’m driving down a curvy country road 25 minutes outside of Nashville on my way to Joelton, Tennessee to visit Good Flower Farm. The road is lined with trees of gold and […]
Meet the Maker : Natalie Busby
Chic. Elegant. Luxurious. Wearable. Sustainable. Natalie Busby is located in East Nashville, situated behind Barista Parlor and next door to the new tiki bar, Chopper. You’ll know you’re in the right place when you spot adorable […]
Love Local Neighborhood Guide: East Nashville
Vogue declared ‘East Nasty,’ Nashville’s coolest neighborhood in 2016. But a lot has changed since then and Love Local is about to give you a much-needed update. East is young and edgy, brimming with grunge-chic […]
Sunset Farm Dinner for a Cause
The Bells Bend Conservation Corridor is a Tennessee based non-profit working to preserve the open space and rural character of land just outside Nashville. The organization helps land owners secure conservation easements as well as provide […]
The Perfect Skin Care Routine for Fall
As the seasons change and fall temperatures start to provide some relief from summer heat, the needs of your skin also change. We met up with the fabulous and knowledgeable ladies at East Nashville’s natural beauty […]
Meet the Maker: Stephen Cowan, microtea
Microgreens. You probably know them as the tiny sprout-like garnish at high-end restaurants. They’re packed with flavor and add extra color and texture to the plate. What you didn’t know is that they’re underutilized, insanely healthy baby […]
Service Spotlight – Let ‘Em Have It Salon
Your eyelids slowly shut as all-natural shampoo gets massaged into your scalp. The sink cradling your neck is surprisingly comfortable. Your stylist is giving you calm, sage, empowering advice. You feel heard, welcomed and at […]
Love Local Neighborhood Guide: Venice Beach
Los Angeles, CA, known for movie studios, movie stars, the Hollywood sign and the beach. The city, home to 4 million, is nestled between the San Gabriel Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Within its 469 square mile […]
Love Local City Guide: Denver
Denver Colorado, quite possibly one of the greenest place in America, and by green we mean sustainable. Clean water, fresh air, drinks without straws and small businesses abound! Trashcans are always accompanied by recycling and compost bins. Pick up any […]