New Years in Nashville, Day 2

 On Saturday we woke up bright and early, ready to send 2011 out with a bang.

We started off our day by heading to an area in Nashville known as Germantown. Not only is it a beautiful up and coming neighborhood, but it is right next to downtown! After a wonderful brunch at Germantown Cafe, we took a walk around the neighborhood to scout out the new developments, and capped off our meal with a visit to The Cocoa Tree.

Standing in Germantown, with Downtown Nashville in the background

By the way, if you ever make a visit the Cocoa Tree, you must try their hot chocolate! I tried some of Concetta's and it was divine, just like to their truffles, chocolate covered pretzels, and just about everything else in that store. (Can you tell we ate well on this trip?)

Once again our full bellies led us to a some touring, shopping, a few competitive LIFE games, and an afternoon nap before our NYE festivities!

In order to properly ring in 2012, Will had snagged us a reservation at an incredible bar called The Patterson House. The bar, modeled after a speakeasy, is one of the most unique bars I have ever visited. The sign on the door is so unassuming of a trendy bar, and the room itself is hidden behind two velvet curtains to keep the patrons privacy intact. The drinks were delicious (especially with the hand crafted ice cubes), crowds were non existent, and the atmosphere was incredible. It was the perfect place to celebrate!

Jon and I enjoying The Patterson House!

Sphere Ice Cubes at The Patterson House (they take 5 minutes to make)

In order to skip the cab frenzy that ensues after 12:00AM, we headed back to Will's just before midnight. We made it back with about 10 minutes to spare, took our final picture of 2011 and headed inside to watch the countdown (one hour after our fellow east coasters). 

Last Picture of 2011

And first of 2012....Happy New Year!

Immediatly after we screamed "Happy New Year!" we had a celebratory round of cheers and kisses, before starting our very own dance party in Will's living room.



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It was, for sure, a very happy new year!