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Stay Celeb-Style at The Dwell Hotel

August 24, 2019

Finally… a hotel as fabulous as I am!!!

That’s how I felt as I sauntered into the drop-dead gorgeous lobby of The Dwell Hotel. This swanky boutique hotel has a prime spot in the heart of Downtown Chattanooga (one of my fave places!), and the ambiance and decor does not disappoint. The rich materials, stunning colors, and chic mid-century style make you feel like you’re in a vintage Hollywood film—and you’re the star.

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga

It’s fitting, too, because a little birdie may have told me that celebrities love to hide out here from time to time. But shhhh—this is the one time you didn’t hear it from me! (wink wink) Really though, this hotel is a VIBE in and of itself. Think old Hollywood glam here. With charming touches at every turn, and backdrops ready-made to muster an Instagram mood, The Dwell Hotel has the perfect ambiance to create the most memorable and magical moments you can imagine.

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga

Immersed in the details

With only 16 rooms at The Dwell, each one decorated with meticulous attention to detail and carrying its own retro theme (think Mod, Orient, Flamingo, etc), guests can experience something new each time they stay. Even the hallways are decked out to the nines y’all! And the attention to detail doesn’t end with the decor. High class hospitality is just as much a fixture at The Dwell as the tufted pillows and palm covered walls.

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga

Of course, I have a soft spot for the room we stayed in: the Tiki Suite. This getaway-style bungalow was a total dream—warm colors, brick accents, and artistic touches made it feel like a lux tropical escape I never knew I needed in my life. The king size bed, private lounge/bar area with a gas-lit fireplace, and gorgeous spa-like bath were the details that made this exclusive suite feel even more like a best kept secret. I must confess; the Tiki Suite was so fabulously chic that a photoshoot was bound to happen… What can I say, I’m a sucker for sassy spaces.

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Tiki Suite

A sanctuary of style

When you want to venture out of your private oasis of a room, The Dwell offers starlit spirits and stellar cocktails at Matilda Midnight. Sip chicly on a Queen of Cups in the plush lounge like a superstar. Or, mosey over to the Solarium for even more unforgettable moments in this gorgeous garden-style dining and event space.

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Matilda Midnight
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Matilda Midnight
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Matilda Midnight
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Solarium
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Solarium
The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga Solarium

Honestly, I could stay at The Dwell Hotel the whole time on my next visit to Chattanooga and be totally content! This place IS a Chattanooga destination. Hey, if you want to be whisked away to a place where your cares become carefree and fantasy turns into dreams come true, The Dwell Hotel is definitely the place for you.

Get acquainted with the oh-so fabulous Dwell Hotel, dahling! Oh, and be sure to tell them Nikka Shae sent you!

The Dwell Hotel Chattanooga
Nikka Shae The Undercover Socialite

The Dwell Hotel is located at 120 E. 10th Street in beautiful Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Disclaimer: The Dwell Hotel provided me with an unforgettable experience in exchange for my opinion. However, all expression of total elation are my very own. 

cravings

Rosé All Day, All Summer at Seasons 52

August 9, 2019

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Rosé is the drink of the summer. This crisp pink wine is perfect for the sultry days of summer. Which is why it’s no wonder that in summer 2018, one in three bottles of wine purchased was a Rosé. Yep—all aboard the Pink Wine Express!! 

To dip your toes into the Rosé pool (or dive right in), Seasons 52 has you covered. I love this place because of their fresh, locally-inspired menu… so you always know what you are getting into! Well, now I have one more reason to love Seasons 52—they just launched a Rosé All Day, All Summer menu! It has a rosé menu curated by their in-house Advanced Sommelier, so you can rest assured that this wine if top of the line.

Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day

On the new Rosé All Day, All Summer menu, you can try these wines and drinks… plus recommended plate pairings! Perfection! *chef’s kiss*

Jansz Brut Rosé

Pairs with summer salads and fresh seafood dishes like the Sesame-Grilled Salmon Salad, Caramelized Sea Scallops with Risotto, and the Brick Oven-Roasted Chilean Sea Bass.

Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day

 Vanderpump Dry Rosé

Pairs well with summertime appetizers like the Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Cocktail or the Grilled Artichokes with Preserved Lemon Hummus. Also goes well with seafood dishes (try the Wood-Grilled Handline Tuna with Mint Tobouli).

Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Summer Corn Soup

 Rosé Lemonade

Pair this Ketel One cocktail with the Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Ahi Tuna Tartare and Lobster, and Fresh Mozzarella Flatbread.

Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Roasted Corn, Aged Cheddar and Spiced Bacon Flatbread

 Rosé Sangria 

Try this sip with any of Seasons 52’s flatbreads or seasonal salads.

Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Spiced Bacon and Burrata Panzanella Salad

Need more meal ideas? The summer menu (running now through September) also features Southern faves like corn, green beans, tomatoes and other classic summer gems, plus these yummy options:

  • Roasted Corn, Aged Cheddar and Spiced Bacon Flatbread
  • Spiced Bacon and Burrata Panzanella Salad
  • Summer Corn Soup
  • Pot-Roasted Basil-Ricotta Chicken
  • Bistro Steak
  • Blueberry Cheesecake Mini Indulgence
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Pot-Roasted Basil-Ricotta Chicken
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Bistro Steak
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Seasons 52 Summer menu Rosé All Day
Blueberry Cheesecake Mini Indulgence

But don’t wait too long to indulge. Like all good things, the Seasons 52 Rosé All Day, All Summer menu won’t last forever, so get on the Rosé train before it’s too late!! I’ll see you there!

Nikka Shae The Undercover Socialite

Disclaimer: Seasons 52 compensated my meal in exchange for my opinion, however all thoughts (and drooling) are my own.