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Atlanta
Dive into this bustling city to discover cheap international eats, glittering hotels, and some of the best shopping this side of the Mississippi With its big-cit y f i x i n ’ s , atlanta has long been the unofficial capital of the south. these days, the Big Peach’s cultural side is picking up steam with a bevy of talented chefs, bartenders, and creatives putting the city on the map for its food and ga12
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art scene. You could spend a week in the bustling town and barely make a dent in all of atlanta’s offerings. still, we’ve culled together a short list of both new and timetrusted spots to help you make the most of your visit at any budget. august 2013
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splurge KR SteakBar Restaurateur Kevin Rathbun wows at his new Buckhead spot, where the VIP dining room has curtains for privacy. Try the Dry-Aged Porterhouse for Two ($72)—a 28-ounce bone-in filet and strip. krsteakbar.com
steal Sweet Auburn Curb Market This indoor food-stand hub in the Old Fourth Ward is the local’s spot for a cheap lunch—no matter your craving. We love the Venezuelan corncakes at Arepa Mia ($6; arepa miaatlanta.com). sweetauburn curbmarket.com
by Stephanie Granada ~ photographs by rOBBie CapOnettO