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Happy Bootleggers' Day!

Kingston Pike Postcard | Courtesy Knoxville History Project Sunday, January 17, is National Bootleggers' Day, believe it or not. Knoxville didn't start that holiday, which is just five years old now, but our city has quite a rich story in that regard. Knoxville and liquor go way back, of…

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Charcuterie in Knoxville

Whether you consider charcuterie to be a sophisticated dining experience or just overrated adult Lunchables, there are several places to find a pretty platter in Knoxville! View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Oak Room by Abridged…

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10 Things to Know About Market Square

Historic Market Square is the heart of downtown Knoxville. It’s a must-do for any visitor to our city, and we’re happy to tell you why! But you can’t know the present if you don’t know the past, so we’ll start with a brief history lesson to get your bearings. 1. Market Square History The history of…

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Soul, Southern, and Meat (& Three!)

Southern cuisine overlaps a lot with soul food, but often leans more into hearty brunch, Lowcountry influences, coastal touches, as well as “meat‑and‑three”‑style lunch/dinner places. This article from Delish further describes the difference between the two. On top of that, a “Meat‑and‑three”…

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Knoxville Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving 2025

Not everyone wants to spend Thanksgiving in the kitchen minding green bean casseroles and basting turkeys. Lucky for you, a number of local restaurants are ready to feed you and your family. From pick-up full menus to buffets and sit-down meals, Knoxville is full of Thanksgiving options and we’ve…

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Gluten-Free Restaurants in Knoxville

For some, eating gluten free is a fad or a way to control their diet, but for those who have Celiac’s or actual gluten sensitivity it is absolutely necessary. Today we’ve rounded up some gluten free favorites in Knoxville – not an exhaustive list but this will get you started to some good eats all…

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Guide to Knoxville's International Cuisine

Knoxville is firmly planted in the south, and you might think all we have is southern specialties. While we do have quite a bit of that, Knoxville has a way more diverse food scene than you might think. Here’s a roundup of the deliciousness this city has to offer! Looking for European flair? We’ve…

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National BBQ Day – A Round-up of Barbecue in Knoxville

In addition to July 4 th being America’s Independence Day, it is also National Barbecue Day. Or National BBQ Day depending on what calendar you find. (Wondering when to use barbecue and when to use barbeque (BBQ)? Read the difference here.) But enough semantics, we want the ‘cue - and frankly we're…

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Gameday Eats

When UT home games roll around, Knoxville comes alive — streets humming, tailgates fired up, and bars/restaurants leaning into specials, big screens, party menus, and a fan energy you can’t fake. Read on for just a FEW local places worth checking out on gameday (or before/after)! The Local Smokey…

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