Where to Find Nashville’s Best Iconic Dishes | Eater Nashville

"There’s no list of iconic Nashville dishes without the inclusion of hot chicken, a singular food that has blossomed into a stanchion of the food scene. According to legend, the pepper-spiked fried chicken was created as an act of revenge by Thornton Prince’s girlfriend, who wanted to scorch his tongue after he came home from a late night out on the town. But instead, a star was born: Prince perfected the fiery dish and cemented his place in Nashville history. The restaurant and its newer locations are still run by Prince’s descendants, offering an experience that can be delightfully spicy to downright punishing, depending on your chosen heat level. Regardless, all fried chicken is served on a slice of plain white bread with pickles to tame the flames." - Ellen Fort