Politics & Government

The New Normal -Part 5: Plastic Barriers, Free Masks At Lockeland Table

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered virtually every aspect of life and created a new normal for Nashville residents.

Outdoor seating at Lockeland Table in East Nashville.
Outdoor seating at Lockeland Table in East Nashville. (John Partipilo | For the Tennessee Lookout)

By John Partipilo | Nate Rau, Tennessee Lookout

July 28, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered virtually every aspect of life and created a new normal for Nashville residents.

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To capture the ways life has changed, award-winning photographer John Partipilo spent several weeks in the community and the result is an eight-part series of photos.

At the popular neighborhood restaurant Lockeland Table, the pandemic has overhauled the way business is conducted and the completely changed the dining experience.

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To-go food has become more prevalent and a number of safety measures have been installed inside the restaurant, including plastic barriers at the bar and free masks for diners who don’t have them, as required.

Click here to see the photo gallery for this article.


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