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This Elegant Tennessee Restaurant Turns Rattlesnake Sausage Into A Must-Try Delicacy
Unexpected ingredients often shine brightest in the hands of a confident kitchen, and one Tennessee restaurant proves that point with striking elegance. Diners drawn to bold flavors and refined presentations find themselves intrigued by the menu at Lonesome Dove Knoxville, 100 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Here, rattlesnake sausage...
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Movies and TV shows casting in Knoxville
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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The Famous Homemade Pie At This Tennessee Restaurant Is Worth Saving Room For
Dessert lovers know the real highlight of a memorable meal often arrives after the main course, and one Tennessee restaurant proves that perfectly. Guests who dine at Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant at 240 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862 often plan their entire visit around the final slice. Warm aromas drift...
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Pigeon Forge music theater closing after this season
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (WDEF) – An icon on the Pigeon Forge strip is calling it quits. The Grand Majestic Theater is opening its final season this week. This year, they are offering the shows Soul of Motown, Grand American Opry, and The King Comes Home. But after the season,...
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Knoxville staple Penne For Your Thoughts closing its doors
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A Knoxville culinary staple is shutting its doors after eight years on the Scruffy City food scene. Penne For Your Thoughts announced Friday that it will be closing. “Penne For Your Thoughts was our passion, our livelihood, and our family’s dream,” a Facebook post from owners...
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Why The Prime Rib At This Unfussy Tennessee Restaurant Gets So Much Attention
Some plates manage to steal the spotlight without ever asking for it. Prime rib arrives tender, generously cut, and confidently simple, setting the tone before the first bite. Seasoning stays restrained, the beef speaks clearly, and the portions make intentions obvious. At Calhoun’s On The River, 400 Neyland Dr, Knoxville, TN 37902, the unfussy approach feels deliberate rather than accidental.
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Nama Izakaya Opens on Gay Street in Knoxville
Nama Izakaya, a new offshoot from the local Nama group, has opened on the 100 block of Gay Street, bringing a moody, late-night izakaya vibe to downtown Knoxville. The two-room spot leans on Japanese-inspired small plates and a full bar centered on sake and hand-shaken cocktails, filling the former Harvest storefronts and aiming to work as both a dinner destination and a late-night hangout.
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The Cheeseburgers At This Tennessee Restaurant Are Big, Bold, And Well Known
Big cheeseburgers have a way of announcing themselves before the plate even hits the table. Thick patties, melted cheese, and that unmistakable aroma set expectations high, and this Tennessee restaurant meets them without hesitation. Each bite feels unapologetic, built for people who believe burgers should be hearty, messy, and memorable....
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11 Black-owned restaurants to try in Knoxville for food with soul
Dining at Black-owned restaurants means supporting businesses that often double as community anchors in Knoxville. Some specialize in Southern cuisine with deep African American roots, but all of them have soul − from a Jamaican spot making moves on Gay Street to a food truck whose owner visited his brother in Knoxville and returned full-time with a sweet tradition from the City of Brotherly Love. As Knoxville celebrates Black History Month this February, Knox News is spotlighting Black-owned restaurants to support across the city. Next time you're craving dinner, dessert, coffee or cocktails, consider these spots. Which restaurant is your favorite? Is there one you think should have made this list? Send an email to joanna.hayes@knoxnews.com and let me know! Billie Rae's BBQ Soul Food and Catering Billie Rae's BBQ Soul Food and Catering , owned by East Knoxville natives Eugene and Patrice Chandler, opened on Magnolia Avenue in 2024 . Billie Rae's smokes the barbecue daily and offers a variety of slow-cooked meats, from brisket to chicken corners, along with pulled pork, chili dogs and wings. The restaurant also offers full-service catering. Info: billieraesbbq.com | @billieraesbbq23 | 865-444-1160 | 1920 E. Magnolia Ave. Chef Mo's Cafe Chef Mo's Cafe
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Beloved Bearden Doughnut Hub Status Dough Shutting Down After Nine Sweet Years
Status Dough, the craft doughnut shop that helped put Bearden Hill on the map for early-morning pastry runs, is set to close its original Kingston Pike location after nine years. The shop’s final day at the Bearden spot is Wednesday, giving regulars one last, short window to grab their favorite glazed and filled doughnuts.
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‘Negatory No. 4’ Activates Old North Knox Church With Experiential Art & Sound
This Friday, Feb. 6, Negatory returns to Fourth United Presbyterian Church in Old North Knoxville with a multi-floor pop-up exhibition that blends visual art, live music and an atmosphere that feels closer to entering a temporary world than attending a traditional gallery show. The event runs from 5–10 p.m. with...
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Pigeon Forge theater set to close after 2026 season
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A theater that has called Pigeon Forge home for nearly two decades announced that its 2026 season will be its last. The Grand Majestic Theater made the announcement on social media, adding that its Soul of Motown, Grand American Opry, and The KING Comes Homes shows are returning later this week.
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Alcoa starts to plan for 50th anniversary of FreedomFest
ALCOA, Tenn. — Although things are looking snowy, dreary and cold in East Tennessee, the city of Alcoa is thinking warm thoughts. It recently announced its plans for its annual Independence Day celebration, FreedomFest, which is planned for June 27 at the Alcoa Duck Pond. The festival's first event...
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Oak Ridge Playhouse presents [title of show] Thursday through Sunday
Oak Ridge Playhouse is presenting [title of show] , which is described as a sharp, self-aware musical that pulls back the curtain on creativity, friendship, and the fear of putting your work - and yourself - out into the world. Performances continue Thursday through Sunday, Feb. 5-8, at the Oak Ridge Playhouse , located at 227 Broadway Ave. Nominated for a Tony Award, [title of show] is a contemporary musical that follows two writers who decide to submit an original work to a theater festival with nothing more than a blank page, a looming deadline, and a lot of self-doubt. What begins as a scramble to “just write something” becomes an honest examination of insecurity, artistic compromise, ambition, and the pressure to prove that what you’re doing matters. As the writers bring their friends into the process, the show expands into a universal story about collaboration and support - about trusting the people who know you best when your confidence wavers. Through direct address, unexpected humor, and a contemporary score, [title of show] blurs the line between performance and reality, inviting the audience into the room as the story is being created. While deeply rooted in the world of theater,
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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro Named to OpenTable’s 2026 Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro has been named to OpenTable’s 2026 Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America, earning the distinction as the only restaurant in East Tennessee to appear on the national list. Based on more than 14 million verified diner reviews, the honor recognizes restaurants that consistently deliver exceptional...
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This Tiny Tennessee Diner Still Serves The Same Breakfast Special From Years Ago
Step inside a chrome-bright time capsule where the jukebox still croons and the griddle never forgets your order. At Sunliner Diner, the beloved breakfast special has stayed charmingly unchanged for years, a steady beacon for early birds and nostalgia lovers alike. You will find it at 2302 Parkway, Pigeon Forge,...
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This No-Frills Tennessee Burger Joint Quietly Serves The State’s Best Sloppy Joe
Sometimes the most memorable bites come without fanfare, hiding behind simple menus and casual counters. That’s exactly the case at Sloppy Hog Burger Joint, 3269 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862, where one messy, flavour-packed sandwich keeps winning devoted fans. Juicy, saucy, and unapologetically satisfying, the sloppy joe delivers...
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Dollywood seeks votes for its first-ever Best Flower Festival nomination
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice has included Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival as one of the nominees for its Best Flower Festival award. And Dollywood is asking Dolly-lovers to vote early to ensure the park gets the top spot. According to the park, this...
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Bass fishing club hopes to reel in members, recognition, glory
The University of Tennessee Bass Fishing Team is a club, not a varsity sport. Competing with other collegiate bass fishing programs requires the club to not only supply its own gear and boats, but to prepare its own season schedule, to raise awareness on its popular Instagram page and to manage its 21 sponsorships. This season, the club’s membership is its highest ever, according to club president Cody Domingos.