Blog https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:55:54 +0000 Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Ruby Falls in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/your-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-ruby-falls-in-chattanooga/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful.

]]> What to Do in Chattanooga during the World of Bluegrass Music Festival https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/what-to-do-in-chattanooga-during-the-world-of-bluegrass-music-festival/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a born-and-raised local, get ready—Chattanooga is about to come alive with the sounds of bluegrass! For the first time ever, the IBMA World of Bluegrass is pickin’ its way to the Scenic City this September 16–20, and you won’t want to miss a beat of their

]]> The Art of Entertaining: These Locally Owned Restaurants Showcase True Southern Hospitality https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-art-of-entertaining/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-art-of-entertaining/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/the-art-of-entertaining/ Thu, 01 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Jason Bowers now has five culinary establishments under his belt—each one telling a piece of his unique story.

The art of entertaining is a delicate balance of familiarity and creativity. It’s about more than just food and drinks—it’s about crafting an atmosphere where guests feel at ease, engaged,

]]> Chattanooga's Hidden Handhelds: The Sandwiches You Didn't Know You Needed https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-hidden-handhelds-the-sandwiches-you-didnt-know-you-needed/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-hidden-handhelds-the-sandwiches-you-didnt-know-you-needed/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-hidden-handhelds-the-sandwiches-you-didnt-know-you-needed/ Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500

Okay, let’s just settle this once and for all: we’re not getting into the whole “is a burger a sandwich” debate, because honestly, we’d rather focus on the important stuff. That’s why we’re calling them handhelds—because whether it’s a sandwich, burger, or just something that fits neatly between two

]]> Find Live Music + Southern Barbecue at Puckett’s Restaurant https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/find-live-music-southern-barbecue-at-pucketts-restaurant/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/find-live-music-southern-barbecue-at-pucketts-restaurant/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/find-live-music-southern-barbecue-at-pucketts-restaurant/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Savor Southern Barbeque Tradition and Chattanooga’s Vibrant Live Music

Located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, Puckett’s is a perfect spot to enjoy the sounds of live music while indulging in delicious southern cuisine. This treasured restaurant chain started as a small-town grocery store in

]]> Chatta-noodles: The Best Places for Noodles and Pasta in Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chatta-noodles-the-best-places-for-noodles-and-pasta-in-chattanooga/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The weather is cooling down and there is a chill coming off the river, but don’t worry, we have found just the dishes to warm your belly and your soul. Welcome to the ultimate pasta and noodle adventure through Chattanooga, with local dishes that you simply can’t re-Fusilli! Whether you're a fan of

]]> Best Fried Chicken In Chattanooga https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-fried-chicken/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-fried-chicken/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/best-fried-chicken/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Craving the best fried chicken in Chattanooga? Discover top spots from upscale restaurants to cozy picnic tables. Indulge in crispy, mouth-watering chicken at these must-visit locations. Explore now!

Champy's

526 E M L King Blvd, (423) 752-9198

The Scene: Step into Champy's Fried Chicken in

]]> Chattanooga’s Culinary Calendar: A Year-Round Feast for Foodies https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/chattanoogas-culinary-calendar-a-year-round-feast-for-foodies/ Wed, 22 May 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Calling all foodies! Mark your calendars because Chattanooga’s food and drink festival lineup brings the flavor all year round. We’ve rounded up the ultimate guide to the best foodie events in the Scenic City, guaranteed to keep you coming back for seconds (get it?).

Summer

Chattanooga Summer

]]> How Food Builds Community https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/how-food-builds-community/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/how-food-builds-community/#comments https://www.visitchattanooga.com/blog/post/how-food-builds-community/ Wed, 10 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Food has a unique capacity to bring people together. It is the center of the biggest moments in our lives as we celebrate birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, holidays, and milestones with family and friends.

One of the best ways to connect with a culture is through food. Every region around the

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