Age: 34.

Occupation: Attorney.

Family Members: I’m the oldest of three, and we all live in Nashville.

I’ve lived here for: Eight years.

I live here because: It’s the perfect balance between family, work, and entertainment. There is always something new and interesting to do — and the traffic isn’t bad, so travel is easy.

My neighborhood: Green Hills.

My favorite restaurant: Rotiers (615-327-9892).

If you go to this restaurant, be sure to order: The cheeseburger on French bread and a milk shake.

My favorite museum: Frist Center for Visual Arts (www.fristcenter.org).

My favorite tourist destination: The Ryman Auditorium (www.ryman.com), which was originally a church, is a quaint venue that seats 2,300 people. Artists from all over the world play here.

Overrated tourist destination: Any tour of a country star’s home, because they look exactly like the homes of many other Nashvillians.

Best insider spot: The Bluebird Cafe (www.bluebirdcafe.com), where several famous country singers have been discovered. Each evening, locals trying to “make it” and famous singers perform. Call in advance to get a seat.

The best place to go shopping: The Mall at Green Hills (www.mallatgreenhills.com).

When you visit, don’t forget to pack: Your most comfortable blue jeans and fun, funky boots.

But leave room in your suitcase for: An authentic pair of cowboy boots.

The one local cuisine you should try when you’re in town is: A southern breakfast at the Loveless Café (www.lovelesscafe.com), which must include country ham and biscuits.

The best way to get around: By car.

The one thing outsiders don’t know about this city is: We have fantastic singer-songwriters who are not country singers.

If I had to describe this city in one word, it would be: Welcoming.

I tell my friends to stay at: The Hermitage downtown (www.thehermitagehotel.com). The interior of this historical landmark takes you back to an era when women wore extravagant dresses and men put on tuxedos for dinner. Everyone must take a look in the men’s bathroom next to the bar.

They say “Virginia is for lovers.” So fill in the blank: Nashville is for...volunteers. Generally, Tennesseans are always ready to lend a helping hand.