Ashley Brantley

Writer / Editor / Content Strategist

Nashville, Tennessee

Writer and editor with 15 years of experience and a master's degree in journalism & PR

Ashley Brantley

Writer / Editor / Content Strategist

Nashville, Tennessee

Writer and editor with 15 years of experience and a master's degree in journalism & PR

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All The Latest at The Nashville Scene
Food, culture, pets, kids, and more plus the latest lists in my Nashville Friday Five series
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Frommer's EasyGuide to Nashville and Memphis
Get no-holds-barred reviews of the most appealing attractions—and the ones to skip.
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The Food & Drink Issue 2025: Nashville Classics
From fish and chips to banana splits, here are 48 exemplary takes on classic menu items
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Nashville Friday Five: Alley Taps, Turkey Fingers, Santa Paws and More
A handful of opinions about what locals should eat, drink and do — and skip — around Nashville
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Road Trip Issue 2023: Cincinnati, Ohio
It’s North and South. It’s Greek and German. It’s pints and parks and pork. Here’s how Cincinnati mixes everything up just right.
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Food & Drink 2023: The Chefs’ Guide to Dining in Nashville Now
We asked 10 Nashville chefs about everything from favorite haunts to food trends that must die. Here are their answers.
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To my Republican friends: Reflections from a rally after the Nashville school shooting
I’m not asking you to change who you vote for. I’m just asking you to talk to them.
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Town & Country: Dining in the Delta
What to eat, drink and do in the Mississippi Delta, from Clarksdale to Oxford. Beach or mountains? Sand or snow? Weekend getaways often involve picking one vibe simply because changing locations mid-trip wastes time.
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The Road Trip Issue 2022: Bowling Green, Ky.
What do you know about Bosnia? If you came of age in the ’90s, your knowledge may be limited to things you heard Dan Rather say. Personally, I knew the nation by its proper name — Bosnia and Herzegovina — because I remember it being a big deal that they c
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What does it mean to be prosocial? And 7 ways to combat loneliness at work
What makes people happy? Obviously, that’s a complex question. But there is one thing that studies point to as a common thread. “In many of the studies I’ve read about what makes people happy, the answer I see most is interpersonal relationships,” says Er
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Mental health in the LGBTQ+ community: The facts + 4 tips for finding inclusive mental health care
Growing up, many people have moments where they wonder if they’re different. That includes many in the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to wondering if they’re different, LGBTQ+ youth also wonder if they’re safe. “Being LGBTQ+ isn’t the societal norm and sha
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11 of the Best Tasting Menus in Nashville — Mapped
A comprehensive guide to Nashville’s best tasting menus, from The Catbird Seat to The Continental
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What is LGBTQ-inclusive health care? A 9-step guide for patients and providers
Have you ever avoided going to the doctor because you were worried they’d treat you differently? One in 5 LGBTQ+ people has — and the challenges don’t stop with worry or anxiety. Studies have shown that among the LGBTQ+ community: 7% have had a provider r
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4 red food recipes to make for Juneteenth in Tennessee with Chef Kenyatta Ashford
If you’re looking for a way to celebrate Juneteenth and your first thought is food, you are not alone. In the South, we mark milestones through food and communion, and much of that tradition comes from African-American communities. “People tie a lot of wh
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Fox 17’s ‘Hometown Tour’ of The Nations: The Good, the Bad and the Lazy
I don’t watch much local news. Typically, it vacillates between grim realities and faux cheerfulness, and I can’t start my day with that kind of whiplash. But a few weeks ago, my mother told me to DVR Fox 17’s Hometown Tour, which was finally featuring my
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It Is Time to Meet … The Continental
Sean Brock's new place at the Grand Hyatt is ambitious. Here's what we ate and what we thought.
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About

Ashley Brantley

Writing

Editing

Content Strategy

Marketing

Podcasting

Journalism

I’m a writer and editor with 15 years of experience in content creation. I am curious — about people, products and brands — and I’m skilled at turning short interviews and quick, precise research into stories that start conversations. I consider my day a success if I can educate, inspire or entertain readers.

When I’m not writing, I’m traveling, cooking, watching far too much TV, seeing live music or walking all over town with my husband, daughter, and odd little dog, Levon. (I am his emotional support animal; not the other way around.) I am also proud to be a part of Our Kids, a Nashville nonprofit that helps survivors of child sexual abuse, where I’ve been on the board for the last 10 years.