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Hands Please: Nashville 2026, you were an absolute dream come to life 🤲

It was an extraordinary night of connection, celebration, and community. This is exactly what @handspl3ase is all about: creating an inclusive space where everyone in the culinary industry belongs, regardless of title, recognition, or where they are in their journey.

From chefs hosting pop-ups in their own kitchens to those leading globally celebrated Michelin-starred restaurants. Writers, food stylists, photographers, bakers, sommeliers, general managers, farmers, front-of-house and back-of-house teams, and so many others who make this industry what it is. All coming together as one community, sharing stories, building relationships, and celebrating one another.

We cannot thank @annamyint , @arnoldmyintbna, and the entire @imnashville team enough for embracing our vision and helping bring this incredible evening to life.

Here are just a few captures from an unforgettable night. So many more photos, memories, and thank-yous to come!

Nashville, you have our hearts! 🤲

📸 by: @joshfoolovesyou

Presenting Sponsors: @opentable @woodfordreserve @fordsgin @herradurateq @sanpellegrino_us @apimidtn

Support Partners: @inkind.app @authenticfoodinsta @leadingdc

Silver Partners: @champagnehenriot @11.11nashville @nokonashville @eatatchauhan @hometeamnash @maizdlvida @foodsmithnashville @ssgainash @tailornashville @curryboysbbq @worldcentric

Bronze Partners: @syscofoodie @googooclusters @mama.feedme @hattiebs @proper_bagel @lodgecastiron

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The ultimate networking mixer, @handspl3ase unites and celebrates the hospitality industry in Nashville.

It was a pleasure meeting new folks and reuniting with others.

🙏🏾🙏🏾

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Not your average dinner date 🥂🖤

An intimate dining experience at @tailornashville where Indian flavors meet Southern hospitality ✨

Even in the Living Room, expect thoughtfully curated dishes, beautiful storytelling, and an experience that’s anything but ordinary

#HadMeAtNASH #tailornashville #nashvillecontentcreator #nashvilledining #tastingmenu

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HANDS PLEASE+ 🍾 + 🔥food + 🎶 = 🫶🏼❤️😋

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There’s just something about Nashville and the @michelinguide that feels so right! 👏🥘🍸

Last night at the MICHELIN Guide American South Ceremony, we celebrated Nashville’s world-class culinary community! ⭐️ We asked some of Music City’s celebrated chefs what makes them most proud to be part of the city’s culinary community, and their responses didn’t disappoint! 👏👏

Congrats to all of our friends, including:
Newly MICHELIN recommended
⭐️ @5thandtaylor
⭐️ @juniornashville
⭐️ @presenttensenashville

Newly awarded Bib Gourmand restaurant
⭐️ @maizdlvida

Retaining their one Michelin star
⭐️ @bastionnashville
⭐️ @the_catbirdseat
⭐️ @locustnashville

#Nashville #MusicCity #MICHELINGuide

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A little MICHELIN Magic, a lot of familiar faces, and some seriously good company. ✨🥂Loved celebrating the South’s culinary scene with friends from “Pull Up a Chair” and beyond! Extra cheers to @maizdlvida on that shiny new Bib Gourmand distinction!

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NIGHT 1! Puro legend.

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Chef Obed @itzanart debut on @vice @munchies !!! In great company with @tailornashville @ssgainash @arnoldscountrykitchen @11.11nashville
I DARE YOU to watch the whole video and not have the urge to go to Broadway and get on a party bus! 🕺 🌽

Link to video in stories and @youtube

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Helloooo, Nashville! You don’t want to miss the upcoming celebration of literature this weekend! Check out the incredible roster of authors descending on downtown Nashville! Some of my personal faves with be there 💫

On Sunday October 18th at 1pm I’ll be in conversation with @Viveksurti from the awesome @tailornashville restaurant! ❤️ Link in bio for all the details! Come hang out and support your favorite writers, Nashville! 📚

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From special wine dinners to a happy hour reunion to local TV station appearances, we had a blast celebrating our 10th (Flowood) and 35th (Nashville) anniversaries last month! 🎉🥂 Thank you to everyone who celebrated and reminisced with us. We’re so grateful for your support and love for Amerigo! ❤️

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Chai season is upon us. 🫖 Located in Nashville’s
Germantown, @tailornashville is a Michelin-recommended South Asian American restaurant led by chef @viveksurti and designed to embody the feeling of an intimate dinner party. Their beautifully crafted tasting menus rotate seasonally and their expert hospitality team guides you through the whole experience. Dig in. 💫

#nashville #nashvilleeats #nashvillefood #nashvilledinner #nashvillerestaurants

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We first met @viveksurti and @sheela.kii.jawanii @michelinguide ceremony in Greenville last year, when we happened to sit next to each other at breakfast at the hotel. Vivek had just been recognized by Michelin, and we’ve kept in touch ever since. I'm so happy to finally make it to @tailornashville.

Since then, Vivek received a @beardfoundation nomination for Outstanding Hospitality, and after experiencing @tailornashville, I’m not surprised in the slightest. You feel that hospitality the second you walk through the door. You can tell how much they love what they do.

The food is equally special, blending Vivek’s first-generation Indian roots with Southern cooking in a way that feels deeply personal and strikes just the right balance.

Thank you Vivek and team, for such a wonderful evening. I’m so glad we finally got to catch up, and it was awesome getting to meet the talented people who make @tailornashville what it is. Congratulations on everything. See you next month.

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