The Chef and I

"You can celebrate over brunch or dinner at the Chef and I, an experiential dining hotspot in Midtown from husband and wife duo Chris and Erica Rains. Coursed tastings are available starting at $95 per person, and a la carte options — ranging from sirloin steaks to duck breast and pasta — are also offered. The restaurant also offers two-hour cooking classes that you can opt to follow up with a reservation for dinner after the experience." - Kellie Walton, Bailee Mulder

"Nashville native Erica Rains and her husband Chris’ Midtown eatery features a chef’s counter where diners can sit and chat with the chefs as they cook in front of them. Diners have the option of a prix-fixe menu ($95 for five courses and $125 for seven courses per person) with wine pairings as well as a rotating seasonal menu in an eclectic space with trendy murals and slick lighting." - Clara Wang

"Built on a love story with rock and roll accents, the Gulch restaurant from chef and Nashville native Chris Rains and his wife Eric features a “show kitchen” with the option of a tasting menu or a la carte dining." - Delia Jo Ramsey

"The Chef & I on Ninth is offering family-style” brunch that has been curated by Executive Chef Chris Rains to feed a family of 4-6 and features his twist on some of your brunch favorites. Indulge in a mouthwatering line-up of apps, sides and entrees along with mimosas and creme brulees for all. ($500 per table)." - Delia Jo Ramsey

"Chef Bryan Lee Weaver and restaurateur Michael Shemtov opened the counter-service Tex-Mex spot in early July, adding killer fresh flour tortillas, breakfast tacos, brisket, queso, and Frito pie to the East side of town." - Delia Jo Ramsey