Nashville Hosts National Cereal Day Celebration!

Bringing out the Child in Everyone

Nashville, Tennessee, a city usually renowned for its music, turned its attention to something a bit more nostalgic – breakfast. In celebration of National Cereal Day on March 7th, Nashville goes back to kitchen tables and cartoon-filled Saturday mornings by posing a question, ‘What is the best cereal?’.

In a place nestled in Nashville’s 12 South district, a spirited debate took place. The contenders ranged from the snap, crackle, pop of Rice Krispies, colorful appeal of Lucky Charms, nostalgic charm of Honey Nut Cheerios to the sweet indulgence of Oreo O’s, and the vibrant taste explosion of Fruity Pebbles.

Introducing the Cereal Subject Matter Experts

Brewing amidst this crunch-filled excitement is the dream of one cereal enthusiast, Kira Lynn. She presided over the debate, suitably stationed in front of Nashville’s only Fruit Loops wall. Laughing and clearly in her element, Kira shared, “This is the first and only cereal bar in Nashville.” She wasn’t merely referring to a welcoming space for cereal lovers to indulge but a creative workshop where cereal adopts different forms – from conventional bowls to milkshakes, ice cream swirls, and even unique additions to coffees.

Combining Flavors, Creating Memories

A demonstration illustrated this innovative approach when Sherman Bennett, one of the artists in the cereal bar, deftly mixed Cookie Crisp and Oreo O’s into an ice cream swirl. Ambitiously building on this delicious base, he added crushed Oreos and cookie dough bites. The final touch was the perfect little crunch, according to Kira.

Nostalgic Elixir: Cereal Milk Latte

Another gallery member, Dillon Smith, shared an invention known as the Cereal Milk Latte. “We steep milk in Fruity Pebbles and then we strain it, and we’re left with that nostalgic elixir,” said Dillon, reminiscing about the good old days when cereal was not just a breakfast item but a tradition, an occasion, a memory.

National Cereal Day: Why the Fuss about Cereal?

Why dedicate an entire day to cereal celebration? Kira’s answer echoed the sentiment of many who grew up with a cereal bowl at the breakfast table, “I grew up eating cereal with my dad every morning, that was a thing for us.” It’s not just about the food, but it’s about the memories associated with that bowl of cereal, the comfort, the ritual, and the tradition.

While the innovation in taste and texture continues, the cereal bar also raises the bar for innovation with its recent acquisition of a liquor license. Plans of boozy milkshakes, seltzers, and wine are now in the offing, adding a fun spin to the already vibrant atmosphere.

Bringing Cereal Culture into the Mainstream

Despite the creative innovations, the core appeal remains the simple pleasure of a bowl of cereal. An experience that approximately 70% of American households are familiar with. Cereal culture isn’t just about feeding, it’s about feeling good, connecting, and indulging in a slice of nostalgia. As Kira neatly sums it up, “It’s just to make people happy.”

Spirits were high as Nashville’s cereal bar celebration carried on the legacy of our beloved cereal, serving both comfort and creativity and underlining the notion that sometimes, the simplest pleasures are the most memorable.