A few years ago I started seeing Friendsgiving posts everywhere. I think it’s a great idea, because a lot of us aren’t in close proximity to our family. This week’s edition of Weeknight Date Night was actually on a Saturday, and we attended a Friendsgiving.
I had my heart set on going to a Friendsgiving thrown by my vlogger friend Kirbee Miller from Kinimi Kitchen, but I had another event that night. When I thought all hope was lost, Instagram came through for me. I saw a post about another event, and the meal was going to be prepared by Chef Cleveland Shearls of The Lost Spoon. I knew of Chef Cleveland from a prior event, but I hadn’t had the pleasure of tasting his culinary goodness. I thought this would be the perfect time to experience it.
We arrived at the location, and the set up was cute. There was a long table with subtle decorations. I went to the bar to grab one of the signature drinks. The drink was amazing. I had one of those moments where I had to look back at the bartender like wow, this is good let me get a good look at you. To my surprise, the bar services were provided by Beauty and the Bottle. They hosted one of our pre-blog date nights. We had a private mixology class at our house, and it was GREAT. If you’re in the Nashville area, definitely use them for all your bartending needs.
Anthony and I started to converse with other people at the table. There was nothing but good vibes in the room. After a few minutes of talking it was time for the main event…the FOOD! We said grace as a unit, and then got to work on experiencing Chef Cleveland’s food. Now I see why there’s so much hype associated with him. It was worth the price of admission.
After we ate, we moved to another table and some of else decided to play Uno. Seriously, this game can ruin friendships lol. The funny thing about Uno is everyone plays it differently. I know I’m biased, but my family’s version is the BEST. I’ll let you in on the rules a little later. The game was fun, and before you know it, we were connecting like we’d known each other for years. We laughed A LOT!
After we had a few games of Uno under our belt and the itis kicking in, we all grabbed a to go plate (that’s a major key) and went our separate ways. I connected with a few people on Instagram, and hope to run into them at upcoming events.
Stewards’ Uno Rules
1. You can put a skip or reserve on top of a Draw 2 or Draw 4. The “skip” will skip you and goes to the next person. The “Reverse” reverses back to the person that put it down.
2. When you throw out a 2 you can take 2 cards from your hand and give them to another player.
3. You can add or subtract. If a 5 is thrown out you can throw out a 2 and 3 because it equals 5 or you can throw out a 7 and 2 because 7 minus 2 is 5.
No one believes us, but when we were little there were alternate rules in a pack of cards we received and we took them and ran with it. Don’t be scared, try the Stewards’ Uno Rules. If you do, please let me know what you think of them.
Have a happy and SAFE Thanksgiving!
Until next time loves…
Great post! Sounds like you had an awesome experience for your first Friendsgiving. My family usually breaks out uno cards for holidays too. I have never heard those uno rules before. Lol. I’d have to have a cheat card to remember them during the game!
πππ it does sound confusing
I love me a good UNO game!! And the food with friends sounds so awesome!!
We had an awesome time
this looks like such a good time and my mouth is already watering in preparation for Thursday!
Mine too! I’m so ready to stuff my face lol.
The menu sounds good. Glad you all had a good time. And a $3 cute dress. Teach me your ways. Lol
We’ll have to plan a Goodwill date
So much fun! I love This idea!
It was too much fun
I love this! I agree that Uno can ruin relationships ππ
Yes, people get serious about Uno lol
This sounded like so much fun! Did someone say UNO? Count me in! There is so much debate around the rules!
Yes, EVERYONE has their own rules, but it’s always a good time.
Great idea!ππΌSounds so much fun!
Too much fun
This is nice
I love outdoor fun,
Good food and games is always a good way to spend time out
Good food and games are all I need lol
Love this! Uno is my game! I would love to do this one year.
Definitely get it together. You won’t regret it.
Our Friednsgiving is tonight and it’s a Date Night competition with a twist, each couple has to provide a thanksgiving traditional dish using the crockpot. We are a competitive bunch so judging each other on these dishes should be fun. Love the post, HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
I LOVE THIS!!!!! Good luck and happy Thanksgiving.
How much fun! Glad you guys had a good Friendsgiving date.
Thanks! It was awesome.
This is such an amazing idea!
Thanks Jade! It was fun.
This sounds so cool!! I love UNO too.
It was fun
Friendsgiving/game nights are so fun! Don’t even get me started on Uno, my uno games last forever and I get so mad if I don’t win, lol!
Me too π
They played uno at our thanksgiving too! It was hilarious. Glad you had a great time!
Uno brings out laughs and sometimes side eyes lol
I so want to host my own Friendsgiving. I love the concept of it all. Uni is viscous, Iβve not played in years; good fun.
It was cool meeting new people
Ultimate Uno is a MUST for any family gathering! We add all sorts of rules too, and man, there is HECK to pay when someone draw 4’s you AND does a reverse right before screaming UNO OUT!
The more crazy rules the better LOL
i played Uno at my Friendsgiving recently too. Uno is a game where friendships can be broken too it can get ugly!
Right LOL
What a fun way to spend a night. I have seen tons of Friendsgiving posts too and was thinking I may host one next season. It is a great way to get together and celebrate friendships you are most grateful for.
Yes, definitely do one next year. It was so much fun.
I want to do a friendsgiving. I am cracking up that you have your own rules for UNO. We do the same thing. I think everyone does lol
Yes, Uno is fun with crazy rules LOL.
Awww this sounds like so much fun. Most definitely try this one here out. Love the concept. Uno is our game and we do change the rules to our benefit… lol…Thanks for sharing.
LOL sounds fun