{"id":639,"date":"2023-10-15T14:41:11","date_gmt":"2023-10-15T19:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keepingupwithkenzie.com\/?post_type=blossom-portfolio&#038;p=639"},"modified":"2024-10-01T12:52:39","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T17:52:39","slug":"coco-nic-normans-clumpies","status":"publish","type":"blossom-portfolio","link":"https:\/\/keepingupwithkenzie.com\/index.php\/portfolio\/coco-nic-normans-clumpies\/","title":{"rendered":"Savoring Southern Charm: Coco Jones, Nic &amp; Norman&#8217;s, and the Sweet Delights of Clumpies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"COCO JONES TOUR | NASHVILLE, TN + MORE \u2728\" width=\"825\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2SJPpsO79Po?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Please like, comment, share, and subscribe!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Life is all about creating unforgettable memories with friends, and our recent road trip was nothing short of spectacular. We embarked on a journey that led us from the vibrant streets of Nashville to the quaint town of Chattanooga, Tennessee, where Norman Reedus&#8217;s restaurant, Nic and Norman&#8217;s, awaited us. However, the adventure didn&#8217;t end there; we also made a sweet detour to Clumpies in Chattanooga. In this blog post, we&#8217;ll take you through our thrilling experience and the fantastic places we visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">**Nashville: A Night with Coco Jones**<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our road trip started in Nashville, the heart of country music. The reason? A spectacular concert featuring the incredibly talented Coco Jones. The night was filled with electrifying performances, soulful melodies, and an incredible crowd. Coco&#8217;s powerful voice and stage presence left us in awe. We danced, sang, and cheered, making memories that would last a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">**Chattanooga: Nic and Norm by Norman Reedus**<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After our time in Nashville, we set out to Chattanooga, Tennessee, a charming town that&#8217;s a must-visit for fans of &#8220;The Walking Dead.&#8221; Our destination? Nic and Norman&#8217;s, the restaurant owned by none other than Norman Reedus, who played the fan-favorite character Daryl Dixon in the series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The restaurant&#8217;s ambiance was welcoming and rustic, with a cozy atmosphere that made us feel right at home. The menu was packed with mouthwatering dishes, from burgers to seafood, and everything in between. The brisket mac &amp; cheese&#8230;absolutely fire! Also, if you want a succulent appetizer to open the stomach, the Philly cheesesteak fries&#8230;chef&#8217;s kiss! Our group indulged in an unforgettable meal and even snapped some photos of the restaurant. 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