Tennessee might be famous for barbecue, but tucked into its small towns and quiet neighborhoods are Italian restaurants that tell a very different story.
I crisscrossed the Volunteer State chasing red sauce, fresh pasta, and recipes that feel like they were passed down through generations.
These tiny spots do not rely on flashy signs or trendy menus. Instead, they win people over with simmering pots, hand rolled noodles, and flavors that taste like they came straight from Nonna’s kitchen…