Kristin Chenoweth has always been drawn to Music City.
I was about 18, and I auditioned for Opryland, says the 54-year-old actress and singer.
I fell in love with Nashville.
I didnt want to leave.
It has been heaven.
Ive never been happier, she says.
Im trying to slow down a little bit so I can be home more and enjoy it.
Here are a few of her favorite ways to experience her new hometown.
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Catch some live music at …
TheRyman Auditorium.
I know everyone says it, but its just really hard to beat.
I was just there seeing the comedian Fortune [Feimster].
I remember going to see Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant, and Ive sung there myself.
Its just a great venue.
Im also a lover of jazz and Ive done a couple of jazz records.
Theres a jazz club that I also love calledRudys Jazz Room.
Any night of the week, you’re able to hear the greatest jazz artists.
People need to understand that Nashville is not just country [music].
Thats another reason why I love it here.
I want to show up one day and do a pop-up [performance] there.
Plan brunch at …
Marsh Houseat the Thompson [Nashville] hotel is an easy choice.
Josh and I agree.
They have two things there that I love.
They have a cinnamon roll that they bring out hot in a cast-iron skillet.
Then theres the biscuit that I think rivalsBiscuit Love.
I just love their food.
When its warm, I love getting to sit outside.
I fell in love with the hotel, so thats my go-to.
I think the staff is incredibly kind.
They have great security, its really clean and nice, and the rooftop bar is fun.
Its just the best.
Thats where I will have people [stay] that cant stay with me.
Go for a walk in …
Centennial Park.
I have a cockapoo named ThunderPup shes named after the Oklahoma City basketball team because Im from Oklahoma.
[The park] is just 10 minutes from our place and I love it.
Every time I go, I see something new.
I love to people watch, and its beautiful.
