Pop ups to dump trucks: In need of Valentine's Day plan in Williamson County? Here's a few
Looking for Valentine's Day plans in Williamson County, but don't know where to start?
Look no further. There's a list for that.
The Tennessean searched and scrounged up the best events and pop-ups available. Here's what we found:
Stable Reserve (Franklin)
Franklin’s first distillery in the city limits since prohibition is hosting an Asian-cuisine-inspired “Dumpling Pop-In” in honor of Valentine's Day in its Main Street tasting room. Chef Marcus Gray will create handmade dumplings and complimenting slaw and sauces, while Stable Reserve’s spirits team will offer special Valentine’s Day cocktails.
Popular drinks like the espresso martini will also be available to purchase. Reservations are not needed for this special event and more information can be found at www.stablereservespirits.com/events.
Franklin Theatre (Franklin)
The Franklin Theatre is hosting a special Valentine’s Day concert presented by Matt Logan Productions. The newly established company will feature John-Mark McGaha and Laura Matula. The show will explore the musical pairing with a series of duets focused on love and relationships.
Valentine’s dinner at GratiDude Ranch (Franklin)
The ranch will host a 5-course Farm-to-Table Dinner in the Carriage House. Cooked by Chef Brayden Apple, the meal will be made up of organic produce, meats and dairy from local farms. An RSVP is required and tickets starting at $150 can be purchased online at Eventbrite.
Bourbon x Chocolate (Thompson’s Station)
This restaurant is hosting a premium tasting flight paired with four chocolates for guests. For $60, the menu includes four premium bourbons and whiskeys, chocolates and a tour of the production facility.
1799 Kitchen and Cocktails (Franklin)
Guest will learn how to prepare the restaurant’s signature cocktail from chefs and mixologists and enjoy a meal of handmade anoglotti with smoked shrimp and ricotta. Tickets are $99 per couple (two people) and the event is open to guests 21 and older.
Scout’s Pub and Puckett’s Restaurant (Franklin)
From Feb. 10-18, Scout’s Pub Westhaven will be featuring specialty Valentine’s Day cocktails, including the Chocolate Kiss, Head Over Heels, Don’t Go Bacon My Heart, Love Potion #9 and La Vie En Rosé. Guests will also be able to order a specially made heart-shaped pepperoni pizza on Valentine’s Day. There will be Valentine cards with special offers and prizes.
Del Frisco’s Grille (Brentwood)
The popular steakhouse will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with daily specials through Feb. 17. Guests can enjoy a tomahawk steak for two or filet Oscar and specially-made drinks, such as sparkling Flor De Amor cocktail, a Valentine’s Day-inspired blend of Don Julio Blanco, hibiscus syrup, fresh lemon juice, and Bisol ‘Jeio’ prosecco. This is a ticketed event.
And for those who aren’t in the Valentine’s Day mood and looking for anti-valentine’s plans, here’s a fun one:
“Dump Truck”
Junk King Franklin plans to brand one of their trucks as the “Dump Truck” to allow patrons to dump an ex-lover's forgotten belongings.
From picture frames and hoodies to corny gifts and more, people can dump anything for free. For each item dumped, Junk King will donate $1 to the American Heart Association. The truck will be stationed at Berry Farms Town Center Park from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Feb. 10.
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Need Valentine's Day plans? Here are a few in Williamson County
