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the plan
the guide
02 Ask the Expert
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Shamoy S. Crabb Get insider advice from the concierge at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Buckhead, Atlanta.
DINING
Browse a list of top restaurants, grouped by neighborhoods.
03 Editor’s Itinerary
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A local's perspective on what's essential in Atlanta this month.
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SHOPPING
Looking for a local gift or souvenier? You've found it.
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Hot Dates This Month These are the top events that people are talking about now.
MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS
Take it all in—city sights and historical sites—with worldrenowned attractions, natural wonders, informative tours and engaging exhibits.
32 Atlanta Your Way
Tailored tips for different types of travelers. Mix and match to your heart's content.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Let loose at these live concerts, breweries and much more.
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Discover why the Savannah College of Art and Design's Atlanta campus—also home to the SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film—is a masterpiece in and of itself.
10 Art for the Heart
From highbrow to raising eyebrows, these creative powerhouses—from an avant-garde painter with a loyal following to nonprofits aiming to shine a light on others charting their own course—each play a role in the city's love affair with local art.
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Q: Do you have any favorite art galleries? A: My favorite gallery so far is the Center for Civil and Human Rights in Downtown Atlanta. I love this museum because it is very engaging, hands on and mostly connects the American Civil Rights Movement to today’s Global Human Rights Movements. After visiting the museum, it gives you an in-depth understanding of human rights and how it affects the lives of everyone. Q: Do you have a favorite street art mural? A: The Cabbagetown street art mural paintings, located on Wylie Street Southeast along the CSX Hulsey yard wall, showcases more than 30 art murals. The one that speaks to me the most was done by the artist Fabian Williams titled “Wake Up.” The painting depicts Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lifted in the air propelling forward. This piece speaks to how we must all “wake up” and take action, stating that now is the time to fulfill the dream that Dr. King envisioned. Q: Where do you go to pick up a cool summer treat? A: Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs has the best dessert named the Cloud 9. The Cloud 9 is a mini pie with a scoop of ice cream served in a Mason jar. It’s delicious! Q: Where is a place in Buckhead where all the locals like to hang out? A: Tons of locals enjoy The Tavern at Atlas located in the St. Regis Atlanta in Buckhead. This is the perfect hang-out spot to savor and share the small plate selections and enjoy the live music in the evenings. Q: Summer is the perfect time to take a vacation. Where is a great getaway within driving distance of the city? A: The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee is the perfect getaway destination from the 2 W H E R E AT L A N TA I AU G U S T 2018
hustle and bustle of Atlanta. It is a Georgia resort with a lodge-like charm, lakeside rooms and suites in a secluded setting that allows you to renew your senses and revitalize your mind, body and soul whether visiting the spa, relaxing on the lake or even enjoying the breathtaking views of the sunrises or sunsets. Q: What is your favorite Buckhead bar to enjoy a cool drink? A: My favorite Buckhead bar is a tie between Tomo and F&B. The level of personalized service at Tomo is unforgettable. Also, the warm cozy atmosphere of F&B is comforting, especially after you’ve had a long day of work and sip a glass of one of their hand-selected wines. Both bars are located in the same building as The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Atlanta, Buckhead.
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Q: Buckhead is considered a shopping mecca in Atlanta. What stores do you recommend for shoppers in search of fresh summer styles? A: I would have to keep it simple with Macy’s in Lenox Square. The variety of items they have to offer for all shapes and sizes is the best yet compared to other department stores in the metro Atlanta area. Q: What other local happenings do you recommend for visitors' radars? A: I have discovered a hidden gem for tours in the city: Bicycle Tours of Atlanta. This is perfect for locals and new visitors to the area to discover their “Fall in Love with Atlanta" tour or the "Journey for Civil Rights.” There is so much to learn about our amazing city and this is really an excellent way to experience it. I also get a lot of questions about where to find a great private salon. The perfect gentleman by the name of Corey Myart, who I personally use as my barber, is very personable and will take good care of you. You can book him at www.styleseat.com/straightrazorgrooming
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Welcome to Atlanta, Y'all Good things take time. In the dog days of summer, this issue is dedicated to uncommon institutions who doggedly embody this familiar phrase. Take, for instance, Hotel Clermont. The revamped landmark reopened its doors this summer, however its story starts much earlier. 90 MINUTES IN: Located in the colorful Poncey-Highland neighborhood, this artfully reimagined 94-room boutique hotel is drenched in history and culture. This isn't the first reincarnation for the 1920s building. It's seen all kinds of characters pass through its doors, particularly in the basement's infamous Clermont Lounge. Now, all souls are welcome to dine at the cheeky Tiny Lou's or head upstairs to the play-
Hotel Clermont fully chic rooftop for skyline views, a rum-centric bar and lawn games on the turf. As with most good things, there may be a wait, considering its instant popularity with visitors and locals alike. Bonus: the hotel is adjacent to the Atlanta BeltLine's Eastside Trail, where you may see murals by Black Cat Tips (page 12) or pass the WonderRoot Artist & Maker Market at Ponce City Market (page 15). Take your time.
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Step inside the luxe Buckhead hotel for a multi-sensory experience designed by Atlanta artist Claire Chambless and presented in partnership with Bill Lowe Gallery. The immersive, site-specific installation spans from the hotel entrance through the lobby and culminates with a grand finale in the Taipan Lounge. Taking inspiration from the iconic hotel brand's symbol, the 11 blade fan, Chambless' design is on display through at least December, and possibly longer. www.mandarinoriental.com/atlanta caption here
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1 FIRST FRIDAY AT THE HIGH > AUGUST 3 Normal is overrated. From 6-9 pm, don your best attire and dance the night away at the High Museum of Art in Midtown for an Alternative Prom in celebration of the outstanding "Outliers and American Vanguard Art” exhibition. Take a docent-led tour of the exhibition's extensive galleries plus enjoy a performance by choreographer Okwae Miller, drawing on the Orkin Terrace and art-making with Indie Craft Experience. Take a prom pic in the photo booth and indulge in the spiked punch for purchase. The fun is free with purchased museum admission. www.high.org
TASTE OF ATLANTA'S SOUTHERN WING SHOWDOWN > AUGUST 5 Come hungry, leave happy. The 3rd annual food competition is back with a loaded line-up of creative chefs from around the region and live music from Alex Guthrie. Sponsored by Big Green Egg and Springer Mountain Farms, the heated taste test takes places at The Fairmont on the Westside between 1-5 pm. Tickets: $55-70. www.southernwingshowdown.com 2
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3 SLOW FOOD ATLANTA'S 12TH ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL > AUGUST 11 B.Y.O.S.—that's bring your own spoon— to find your new favorite ice cream flavor between 1-2:30 pm at The Cathedral of St. Philip in Buckhead. This family-friendly event brings together local chefs, ambitious amateurs and regional farmers for fresh, summer ingredients in every spoonful. Proceeds support both Slow Food Atlanta and the Peachtree Road Farmers’ Market. Tickets: $20-25 for adults; $5-10 for children ages 5 and up. www.peachtreeroadfarmersmarket.com
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Grant Park Summer Shade
Who decides on random #holidays that are so popular on Instagram? While we may not known the rhyme or reason, we are on board with an excuse to enjoy our favorite things. According to www.nationaltoday.com, here's a short list of what's on the docket. They could be fake, but we won't tell if you don't.
Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, everyone (including four-legged friends) are welcome to stroll through Midtown's favorite park while browsing work from 250 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork, glass blowers, jewelers, crafters and more. Free to the public, the 2-day fest is held Saturday from 10 am-5 pm and Sunday from 11 am-5 pm. www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com 5 CANDLEFISH ESSENTIAL OIL ROOM SPRAYS WORKSHOP > AUGUST 23 Located at Ponce City Market, try this hip candle company's freshest addition to their class menu. This 7 pm workshop will teach attendees how to create the perfect fragrance combo and blend their very own set of four room sprays. Check their website for availability. Tickets: $50. www.candlefish.com
6 FOXERIA DEL SOL HATCH CHILE FEST > AUGUST 26 Southern favorites Taqueria del Sol and Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q join forces with Charleston, South Carolina’s Home Team BBQ for their 10th annual Hatch Chile Festival. From 4-8 pm, celebrate the harvest of fresh chiles while raising much-needed funds for Hogs for the Cause. The one-day, block party is held at the Westside location of Taqueria del Sol with bites, beers and live music from Moontower. Tickets: $30. www.taqueriadelsol.com
7 GRANT PARK SUMMER SHADE FESTIVAL> AUGUST 25-26 For its 16th installment in Atlanta’s oldest city park, this free, family-friendly gathering features two live music stages, an artist market, Kid’s Zone, interactive experiences, 5K run, dedicated VIP area and much more. This festival is presented by and benefits the Grant Park Conservancy. www.summershadefestival.org
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8 ZEDD AT SUNTRUST PARK > AUGUST 31 The Grammy award-winning artist/DJ/producer performs after the Atlanta Braves game versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. The concert is included
AUGUST 2 NATIONAL ICE CREAM SANDWICH DAY Head to Honeysuckle Gelato inside Ponce City Market for one of their delicious renditions of the nostalgic summer staple. Whether you choose between varieties like the chocolate chip cookie with vanilla bean gelato and seasalted caramel sauce, brownie with bourbon gelato and apple cinnamon caramel or create your own combo, you can't go wrong. AUGUST 13 NATIONAL BOWLING DAY Claim your lane at Midtown Bowl, the go-to bowling spot for Atlantans since 1960. A full service bar is also available for patrons. Or, for a modern spin on the classic game, head to Punch Bowl Social at The Battery Atlanta, The Painted Duck on the Westside or The Painted Pin in Miami Circle. AUGUST 16 NATIONAL RUM DAY Tiki drinks, anyone? Escape to S.O.S. Tiki Bar in Decatur or Trader Vic's in the basement of the Hilton Atlanta Downtown for your fix. AUGUST 16 NATIONAL TELL A JOKE DAY Need some practice? Amateur and professionals alike are invited to the take the stage at the Laughing Skull Comedy Lounge's Open Mic night Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 8 pm. On Aug. 16, Big Jay Oakerson headlines. AUGUST 24 NATIONAL WAFFLE DAY Atlanta is home to Waffle House, where all are welcome to chow down on breakfast foods at almost any hour of the day. AUGUST 27 NATIONAL JUST BECAUSE DAY This one is up to you. AUGUST 31 NATIONAL TRAIL MIX DAY Grab a pack (we love Xocolatl's varieties) and get lost in local greenspaces like Sweetwater Creek Park or the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area for the day. 5
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Summer Loving
Stay cool. The Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival is back at Midtown's Fox Theatre. Sit back and enjoy movies on the 26-foot-high by 56-foot-wide screen under the famed theatres's blue sky ceiling with twinkling stars. For select showings, a pre-show experience includes a sing-a-long with a vintage cartoons and performances on the world-renowned Mighty Mo organ. While spaces are available, select Lanier parking lots surrounding the theatre are offering discounted $5 parking for festival patrons. www.foxtheatre.org
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"FUNNY GIRL" In honor of the film's 50th anniversary, Barbra Streisand’s silver-screen classic shows at 7:30 pm. General admission: $10 in advance; $12 at the door. Seating is first come, first serve.
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"GREASE" SING-A-LONG If you still know all the words to "Summer Nights," this is the one that you want. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 day of the show. Reserved seating is available in advance.
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"MOANA" SING-A-LONG In ancient Polynesia, brave Moana's answers the ocean's call to seek out the Demigod to save her island from a curse. Bring your whole tribe and get ready to belt along to the beloved soundtrack starting at 2 pm. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 day of the show. Reserved seating is available in advance.
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"TROLLS" Can't stop the feeling? Dance, dance, dance your way over to the 2 pm showing of family-friendly DreamWorks Animation movie. General admission: $10 in advance; $12 at the door. Seating is first come, first serve.
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THE BIG HOUSE The Big House is the place where The Allman Brothers Band, their roadies, friends, and families lived from 1970-1973. It served as the band’s main gathering place in the early years. Today, it houses the largest collection of Allman Brothers memorabilia in the world.
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LEARNING BY DESIGN
With state-of-the-art campuses in four corners of the globe, Savannah College of Art and Design’s Atlanta home is a sight to see. BY JENNIFER COLOSIMO
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ith more degree programs and specializations than any other art and design university, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is uniquely qualified to prepare talented
students for creative, professional careers. Not only can students choose from more than 40 majors and 75 minors across its locations in Savannah and Atlanta, Hong Kong, China and Lacoste, France or online through SCAD eLearning, but the faculty is also ripe with resources that harbor talent in the classroom and as students enter the professional world. Just ask the 37,000 alumni worldwide—or take a tour to see the diverse range of imagination and innovation for yourself. “SCAD demonstrates exceptional education and unparalleled career preparation,” said Ramsay Horn, public relations manager for SCAD. “Each student is nurtured and motivated by a faculty of nearly 700 professors with extraordinary academic credentials and valuable professional experience.” That accounts for 99 percent of graduates last year finding employment, or pursuing further education (or both) within a year of graduation, and 26 SCAD academic departments achieving 100 percent employment. That’s largely in part to something called The Hero’s Journey of SCAD, a 12-stage series of career preparation designed to launch students into their chosen professions via an emphasis on real-world,
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experiential learning and an adviser assigned to every student for life. “I chose SCAD because it offered me a customizable arts education,” said Lindsay Graham (B.F.A., film and television, 2008), a writer/producer for Turner Classic Movies and FilmStruck. “I wasn’t limited to a singular discipline as a student. The environment fostered experimentation and exploration. The studio space and equipment provided me the tools to
full-service creative agencies like Metaleap, designing for tvsdesign and
create a professional portfolio.”
contributing to hit shows like ‘Black Lightning.’ They work in the city’s
That portfolio helped make at least one of her dreams come true, when she wrote and produced a video for Martin Scorsese that premiered at Hollywood’s historic Grauman’s Chinese Theater. The video
architecture and interior design firms, ad agencies, even the [Center for Disease Control].” In fact, SCAD’s impact generates more than $122 million dollars annu-
was introduced by Leonardo DiCaprio to an audience of film lovers and
ally to help shape Atlanta’s character and culture. Falcons’ owner Arthur
several of her heroes.
Blank handpicked SCAD to commission, curate and install 200 works at
To help make more dreams come true, SCAD continues to expand the definition of a creative career with the addition of three new majors this fall: B.F.A. degrees in immersive reality, social strategy and marketing and the business of beauty and fragrance. “Our research-based approach to curriculum development has led us to some unprecedented curricula. When we create a degree program,
Mercedes-Benz Stadium—arguably the world’s largest art gallery—including pieces from 19 SCAD grads. Speaking of galleries, SCAD Fash Museum of Fashion + Film, located adjacent to the Atlanta campus, focuses on the future of fashion design by connecting conceptual to historical principles, engaging visitors with dynamic exhibitions, captivating films and enriching events.
we listen carefully to two audiences: our students and the professions
Through the end of September, tour “Pierre Cardin: Pursuit of the
they’re entering,” said Paula Wallace, president and founder of SCAD.
Future,” a new major retrospective exhibition of the legendary fashion
Wallace grew up in Atlanta and taught in its public schools for many
futurist or, until Aug. 12th, “‘Dressing for Dystopia: ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’
years before knowing that the city—entrepreneurial, enterprising, inter-
Costumes by Ane Crabtree” exhibition, including more than 40 gar-
national, and the list goes on—would welcome the college’s mission.
ments from the Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning series.
“SCAD exists to prepare students for creative careers,” said Wallace.
The latter marks the first costume design-focused exhibition. “It’s
“This is our animating purpose, our raison d’être, which is why Atlanta
the consummate exhibition to show how the museum celebrates the
makes a perfect home for SCAD. Our alumni work in the city’s every sec-
intersection of fashion and film so that SCAD students and visitors see
tor, from Fortune 500 headquarters to boutique game studios, founding
the cross-disciplinary nature of these creative professions,” Horn said. 9
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Homegrown Art From awe-inspiring street murals hiding around the corner and adorning bridges along the Atlanta BeltLine, to local organizations gaining national recognition, art in the city today is as vibrant as ever. Get acquainted with four creative powerhouses making their mark in bright and bold ways. Their works are worthy of any art lover’s radar—and by “art lover,” we really mean just about anyone.
Kyle ”BlackCatTips” Brooks
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www.blackcattips.com Artist Kyle Brooks, also known as BlackCatTips, has a distinctive style that is at-once recognizable—and once you can recognize it, you’ll start to notice his whimsical faces and poetic rambles popping up around Atlanta and beyond. “Maybe you will see some in a parking lot in Snellville,” Brooks said. “A fine art gallery in Buckhead. In the woods along a highway south of Fayetteville. A corporate lobby in Midtown or a a boarded-up gas station about 50 miles south of Macon.“ That is a short list. Companies across the Southeast have courted partnerships with Brooks. Recently, he partnered with Xfinity at Suntrust Park to debut a new, limited-edition shirt for the Atlanta Braves. THE INSPIRATION “I am inspired by nature. I look for patterns in the world,” Brooks said. “I love to draw a funny face and it makes me feel
good so I do a lot of that. I get some sort of power out of painting and watching the colors flow off the brush. Some of my best times in life are when I listen to a good song and I am painting and lost in the work.” When he’s not painting, Brooks said he enjoys tending to his orchids. This year I have created a outdoor hanging garden for them,” he said. “I am also crazy about things that fly—both birds and tracking commercial airline flights. Oddly enough, I worked with Delta Airlines over the last year and The Atlanta Audubon Society...I do like to write little poems and songs as well. I love to tell a good story.” Look out for his street poems. WHAT’S NEW “There are a lot of artists in Atlanta these days—and public art is everywhere in town and easily accessible,” Brooks said. “People should realize a few things that are important. Look for an artist that is true to themselves. Look for someone who is true to their inner voice.
doing something unique and are nice deem to be cool and popular instead of doing what comes to them naturally. Look for the folks that are Look for someone who is learning from the Spirit of Inspiration. There are lots of folks who are trying to be like everyone else. There are lots of people who are too scared to do their own thing. There are lots of talented people who are wanting to be like everyone else they enough to share that with the world. That is who you should seek out and watch. The talented ones. Them humble ones. The ones with a fire inside. They are the ones that will create true art.” For those seeking an art experience that is unique to Atlanta, Brooks suggested a walk through the
woods and the swamp at Constitution Lakes Park to see the Doll’s Head Trail. “My friend Joel created it,” Brooks said. “He is an Atlantan native and a true Southern character.” WHAT’S NEXT “I would like to work on some sculptural pieces,” he said. “I have plans and dreams for outdoor sculptures —Totem poles, stacked painted stone pieces, concrete work. I’m also learning how to build some moving parts, wind driven items. Things I can paint on that also have a life of their own. Nature is full of powers we can’t see and I find it intriguing that we can build something that will capture unseen forces—the wind for example. A river that flows around us.” 11
WHERE NOW Atlanta The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
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Thirty minutes southwest of the Atlanta airport, creativity is growing wild in Chattahoochee Hills.
The 2019 AJFF might not be until February, but with the deadline to submit on Aug. 17, it’s worth nothing the tireless team working behind the scenes throughout the year to ensure the annual monthlong festival maintains a certain caliber that has developed since the first fest in 2000. Today, the AJFF is also working to bring together more film fans, in and out of theaters—particularly since becoming an independent nonprofit in 2014.
THE INSPIRATION Founded in 2004, The Serenbe Institute began to fulfill the New Urbanism neighborhood’s vision of community as a place where art, culutre and environment are strong and steady pillars. The institute calls Serenbe’s Art Farm home, which also houses a wide range of arts initatives, including AIR Serenbe, a high-caliber artists’ residency program, a professional theatre company known as Serenbe Playhouse, the new Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre and much more. WHAT’S NEW ART FARM STUDIO
The Art Farm complex provides a place to bring people together in support of the arts, with the belief that “art in everyday life can create a greater understanding of the world.” The Art Farm also recently opened the Art Farm Studio, offering year-round programming for all skill levels, from first-timers to pros sharpening their skills artists. The Art Farm Studio offers one-day art workshops and creative retreats in a range of media (think textiles, photography, painting and drawing). The studio is also
available for private corporate workshops, with curated teambuilding courses to meet needs of the visiting group.
behind. This month, “Titanic: The Musical” runs through Aug. 12 and “Peter Pan” runs through Aug. 26.
SERENBE PLAYHOUSE
Since 2015, the Art Farm signature program is Art Over Dinner, a monthly series of intimate gatherings with creatives and the organizations that support their work. The Aug. 19 edition brings three local artsits, Shanequa Gay, Meredith Kooi and William Massey III, to the table to talk about how art and activism are shaping Atlanta.
ART OVER DINNER
Dedicated to producing artistically rich performances, the outdoor site and stage of each Serenebe Playhouse production is chosen and designed to amplify the beauty of nature. Add professional actors and you have an experience that even those who say “theatre isn’t really my thing” can get
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THE INSPIRATION “My first connection with AJFF was as a volunteer, chairing a selection committee responsible for picking films for the annual festival,” said AJFF’s Executive Director Kenny Blank. “I was struck by the potential to grow the festival into a community-wide celebration of the film arts and culture, with resonance for Jewish and non-Jewish audiences alike.”
WHAT’S NEW Earlier this summer, the AJFF hosted its first Cinebash, an evening celebrating the world of film and its unsung artists. Coming up this fall, is the second edition of AJFF On Campus, a mini version of the festival aimed at students. Also, Blank said to watch out for the Selects series— screenings of new international and
independent films— as well as AJFF Connects, exploring the intersection of Jewish and nonJewish lives. “AJFF has always stayed true to its mission to engage, educate and entertain diverse communities through a uniquely cinematic and Jewish lens, fostering new levels of social and cultural understanding,” Blank said.
(CLOCKWISE FEOM TOP LEFT) COURTESY J. ASHLEY PHOTOGRAPHY; DONALD FELICE/VAUGHN GITTENS (3); BREEANNE CLOWDUS
The Art Farm at Serenbe
WHERE NOW Atlanta WonderRoot www.wonderroot.org Simply put, WonderRoot “unite artists and community to inspire positive social change,” according to Jake Pardee, WonderRoot’s communications and development coordinator. ”When WonderRoot first began in 2004, we were much more focused on building community and resources for artists to have thriving careers in Atlanta. We wanted to make our city’s arts ecosystem more robust,” Pardee said. That mission-oriented work, however, is taking root in diverse shapes and forms.
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WHAT’S NEW “In the past 3 years or so, with the adoption of our new strategic plan, we have maintained this work of supporting emerging artists (through programs like the Hughley Fellowship and the WonderRoot Community Arts Center) while we have
also been working more frequently with ‘non-arts’ entities to bring arts and culture strategies and solutions into their work.” Located in Reynoldstown, the Community Arts Center shelters resources for member artists, including a ceramics studio, dark room, library, recording studio and digital media lab, as well as welcomes to the public to attend workshops and visit the the Activist Screen Print Studio (ASPS). “We work with various local artists to create prints that are burned onto screens by our generous ASPS sponsor: IS Studio,” Pardee said. “These prints address a specific social justice issue—past initiatives include immigration rights, housing affordability, anti-racism and more. People can come to the studio and learn more about whichever social justice issue is being highlighted at that time, then they themselves can learn
how to make a screen print and they get to leave with a piece of original art.” EN ROUTE
WonderRoot’s outreach continues to extend beyond the walls of its Community Arts Center, too. “In 2015 we began working with MARTA (through the TransFormation Alliance) on an initiative called ‘En Route’ which creates meaningful, aesthetically imaginative, high-quality, text-based murals that explore issues of
access, mobility and public transportation. Not only did we install murals through community engagement at King Memorial, Oakland City, and Ashby Stations but 2 years into our partnership, MARTA created and hired a new position to manage their public art beyond the En Route initiative.” GET INVOLVED MEET ARTISTS &
WonderRoot’s Artist & Maker Market is held one Sunday afternoon each month and gives local artisans a prime opportunity to display and sell their work. Vendors apply for a table, and the application fees of accepted vendors directly fund WonderRoot’s Creative Youth Development programs with art students in Atlanta Public Schools.
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OFF THE WALL
Thanks to hip food hall and shopping mecca’s location along the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail,
In collaboration with the Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee, WonderRoot is leading a city-wide
initiative called Off the Wall. Through murals, media, and community conversations, the multi-disciplinary project aims to share elements of the city’s civil rights and social justice journey in pursuit of civil rights, human rights and a more equitable future for all Atlantans. More simply put, it’s pretty wonderful. This fall, Pardee added that there will be many opportunities for volunteers to lend a hand. Follow @wonderroot and #OfftheWallATL on Instagram to stay in the loop. 13
the guide Dining August Atlas at The St. Regis Atlanta Hotel This New American restaurant takes pride in its art as much as its menu. A rotating art gallery includes pieces from esteemed 20th-century artists, hand-selected from The Lewis Collection, one of the largest private art collections in the world. The current, rare collection shines a light on Japanese artist Leonard Tsuguharu Foujita as well as his contemporaries, including Matisse, Picasso, Monet and more. Curious epicureans can ask for a tour of the collection or use iPads while dining for a closer look. Splurge on the tasting menu; it’s a masterpiece. D (daily). www.atlasrestaurant.com. 88 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Buckhead, 404. 600.6471. $$ Map2/B7
Buckhead
APRON— Mediterranean. At Solis Two Porsche
BAR AMERICANO— Italian. Enjoy apertivos, antipasti,
Drive, the posh hotel located next to the Porsche Experience Center, enjoy elevated cuisine in sleek interiors. On the eighth floor, Overdrive Lounge’s seasonal rooftop patio overlooks the airport runways and racing test track. B, L& D (daily). www. solis2porschedrive.com. Two Porsche Drive, Hapeville, 470.466.3330. Map1/D9 CHICKEN + BEER—Southern. Rapper Ludacris’ hop-
ping restaurant pays homage to Southern classics and adds an upscale twist. B, L&D (daily). www. chickenandbeer.com. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 6000 N Terminal Parkway, D5, 404.209.3905. $$ Map1/C9 ONE FLEW SOUTH— Global. A frequent flier’s favorite
stop, the menu includes creative dishes made with premium ingredients from regional farmers and purveyors. L&D (daily). www.oneflewsouthatl.com. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 6000 N Terminal Parkway, Terminal E, 404.209.8209. $$ Map1/D9
salads, pizzas, pastas and more at this chic space at Andrews Square. Step next door to Bar Crema for espresso, cocktails and gelato in a sleek cafe environment. L&D (daily). www.baramericanoatl. com. 56 E Andrews Drive, Buckhead, 678.515.0697. $ Map2/C6 BHOJANIC— Indian. One of Atlanta’s favorite Indian
restaurants. Traditional northern Indian food includes Kathi rolls, parathas, Thalis, chat (popular Indian street food), salads and fresh breads. Takeout, delivery and catering available. L&D (M-Sa). www. bhojanic.com. Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Road NE, 404.841.8472. $$ Map2/D6; 569 Asbury Cir, 404.633.9233. Map1/E7 BISTRO NIKO— French. From the talented Buckhead
Restaurant Group, this Paris-worthy restaurant is decked out in hand-painted murals and Venetian glass mirrors. The menu offers a variety of delectable French delights. L (M-Sa), D (daily), Br (Su). www. buckheadrestaurants.com/restaurant/bistro-niko.
3344 Peachtree Road NW, Buckhead, 404.261.6456. $$$ Map2/D6 CHIDO + PADRE’S— Mexican. From Southern Proper
Hospitality, Chido + Padre’s focuses on Mexico’s fresh, coastal cuisine and brings to life the spirit of the Baja Peninsula’s vivacious culture. At the Bandida Bar, guests can sip tequila, mezcal varietals and off-the-menu cocktail creations. L&D (daily). www.chidoandpadres.com. 128 E Andrews Drive NW, 404.848.9100. $ Map2/C6 DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE— Italian. This restaurant gives traditional steakhouse
cuisine an Italian twist. Enjoy handmade pasta, dry-aged steaks, seafood and more. Indulge in wines from Italy, France and California. L (M-Sa), D (daily), Br (Su). www.davios.com. Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Road NE, 404.844.4810. $$$ Map2/E5 FLYING BISCUIT CAFÉ— Southern. Since the
first location opened in Candler Park in 1993, Flying Biscuit has been a local institution known for colorful interiors, all-day breakfasts, vegetarian entrees, creamy dreamy grits, and
FRESH ON THE SCENE Looking for an afternoon pick-me-up? Check out the coffee and desserts at Momo Café in Midtown, along with its adjacent sister concept, Momonoki. 14 W H E R E AT L A N TA I AU G U S T 2018
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of course, plenty of fluffy biscuits. B, L and D (daily). www.flyingbiscuit.com. Terminus Building, 3280 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, 404.477.0013. Map2/D6; 705 Town Boulevard Suite R-480, Brookhaven, 404.963.7744. Map2/G2; Howell Mill Village, 857 Collier Rd NW, Suite 16, Buckhead, 404.816.3152. Buckhead; 1655 McLendon Ave., Candler Park, 404.687.8888. Map1/E7; 10995 States Bridge Road, Johns Creek, 470.719.8700. Map1/F2; 1001 Piedmont Ave., Midtown, 404.874.8887. Map3/D6; 5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Suite 120, Norcross, 770.407.5885. Map1/F4; 10779 Alpharetta Hwy., Ste. 210, Roswell, 770.594.9522. Map1/D3; 5975 Roswell Road, Suite G-25, Sandy Springs, 404.252.1182. Map1/D5 GUSTO!—American. Former NFL quarterback Nate
Hybl spent 5 years in his kitchen developing the healthful and flavorful recipes that now occupy this fast-casual eatery’s menu. A third location is in the works on the Westside. L&D (daily). www. whatsyourgusto.com. 1935 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, 404.352.4157. Map1/C6; 782 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Midtown, 404.330.8114. Map1/D7 SOUTHERN ART AND BOURBON BAR— Southern.
Chef Art Smith’s restaurant offers an artisan hamand-charcuterie bar, a vintage “pie table” and delicious Southern fare. The intimate Bourbon Bar stocks small-batch bourbons you won’t find anywhere else in the city. B, L, D (daily), Br (Su). Open late M-Sa. www.southernart.com. InterContinental Buckhead, 3315 Peachtree Road NE, 404.946.9070. $$ Map2/D7 UMI— Japanese. Chef Fuyuhiko Ito’s modern Japa-
nese menu has fresh and quality as its foundation. From baked lobster tempura to grilled cod, sashimi and traditional rolls, the sleek presentations match the restaurant’s contemporary décor. D (MSa). www.umiatlanta.com. 3050 Peachtree Road NW, Buckhead, 404.841.0040. $$$$ Map2/C7 WATERSHED ON PEACHTREE— American. Enjoy
artful takes on Southern farm-to-table fare, a patio and an expansive bar. L&D (Tu-Sa), Br (Sa&Su). www.watershedrestaurant.com. 1820 Peachtree Rd., 404.809.3561. $$ Map1/D6 YEBO BEACH HAUS—South African. This South Af-
rican fusion bar and restaurant spends the winter months as Yebo Ski Haus before transforming back into its coastal counterpart. D (daily). www. yebobeachhaus.com. 111 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Buckhead, 404.869.1992. Map2/C6
Decatur/Emory BRUSH SUSHI IZAKAYA—Japanese & Sushi. You
won’t just find high-quality sushi at this izakayastyle restaurant, you’ll also find a menu of Japanese-inspired dishes like grilled squid with chili miso, sake-steamed clams and lobster ramen. D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa&Su). www.brushatl.com. 316 Church St., Decatur, 678.949.9412. $$$ Map1/D7 CHAI PANI— Indian. Created by husband-and-wife
team Meherwan and Molly Irani (they also have a location in Asheville, North Carolina), the restaurant offers authentic Indian street food specialties as diverse as India’s own culture. L&D (Tu-Su). www.chaipanidecatur.net. 406 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur, 404.378.4030. $$ Map1/D7 DESTA ETHIOPIAN KITCHEN— Ethiopian. Dig into a
robust menu of flavorful Ethiopian dishes like tibs and gomen with a side of injera (spongy bread).
Dine in or use the drive-through window. L&D (daily). www.destaethiopiankitchen.com. 3086 Briarcliff Road, 404.929.0011. $ Map1/D6 THE GENERAL MUIR— Deli. This tribute to the clas-
sic Jewish New York deli offers such traditional favorites as chopped liver, matzoh ball soup, Reuben and pastrami sandwiches, boiled bagels with whitefish salad, lox and cream cheese schmears. B&L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Sa&Su), Deli (daily). www. thegeneralmuir.com. Emory Point, 1540 Avenue Place, 678.927.9131. Map1/D7 KIMBALL HOUSE— New American. This train depot-
turned-restaurant offers farm-to-table food, craft drinks and one of the city’s best oyster bars in an industrial-chic setting. The bar serves up absinthe service, classic cocktails, wine and draft beers. D (daily), Br (Su). www.kimball-house.com. 303 East Howard Ave., Decatur, GA, 404.378.3502. $$$ Map 1/D7 LEON’S FULL SERVICE— Eclectic. At this restaurant
and bar, you’ll find a smorgasbord of unique foods, including 16 different flavors of sauce to accompany the pub frites. The inventive cocktails pair perfectly with the Lug Nuts (seasoned mixed nuts of the day). L (T-Su), D (daily). www.leonsfullservice.com. 131 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Decatur, 404.687.0500. $$ Map1/D7 REVOLUTION DOUGHNUTS— Bakery/Cafe. Dig into
these melt-in-your-mouth donuts in flavors like vanilla bean, caramel bacon and carrot cake. Then, wash it down with a steaming cup of organic, fair-trade coffee. Open daily. www.revolutiondoughnuts.com. 908 W College Ave., Decatur, 678.927.9920. $ Map1/D7; 745 Edgewood Ave., 404.549.2699. THE IBERIAN PIG— Spanish. This cozy restaurant
is the brainchild of fifth-generation restaurateur Federico Castellucci II. The menu includes artisancrafted, hand-shaved meats and cheeses, plus traditional Spanish offerings, tapas, tacos, flatbreads and more. D (daily). www.iberianpigatl.com. 121 Sycamore St., 404.371.8800. $$ Map1/D7 VICTORY SANDWICH BAR—Sandwiches. It’s hard
to beat the bites at this hip hangout. Everything on the menu, from clever sandwiches to craft cocktails and boozy Coke slushie, is less than $10 and super tasty. Talk about bang for your buck. Bonus: old movies play on the wall and a game of Ping-Pong is encouraged. L&D (daily). Open late. www.vicsandwich.com. 340 Church Street, 404.377.9300. Map1/D7; 913 Bernina Ave. NE, 404.963.1742. Map2/E5
Downtown ALMA COCINA— Southwestern. This restaurant
combines fresh ingredients and traditional Mexican influences with other Latin-American flavors to create a cornucopia of flavor. Alma also features unique tequila selections and a host of Latin-influenced craft cocktails. L (M-F), D (daily). www.alma-atlanta.com. 191 Peachtree St. NE, 404.968.9662. Map3/I5 DER BIERGARTEN— German. Enjoy a true taste of
German culture, cuisine, decor and festivities. The menu features such classic dishes as weiner schnitzel, schweinshaxe and sauerbraten, plus authentic sausages and great German beers. L (Sa&Su), D (daily). www.derbiergarten.com. 300 Marietta St. NW, Luckie-Marietta District, 404.521.2728. $$ Map3/H3
LEGAL SEA FOODS— Seafood. The famed Boston
restaurant is known for quality seafood, including traditional fish and chips, red onion jam swordfish, New England clam chowder and Legal lobsters, available by the pound. L&D (daily). www. legalseafoods.com. 275 Baker St., 678.500.3700. $$$ Map3/H3 SWEET AUBURN CURB MARKET— Food Hall. Local
vendors, chefs and restaurateurs own the popular stalls at this historic market. Take a food tour through stalls like Grindhouse Killer Burgers, Arepa Mia and many more. Open M-Sa. Check website for stall hours. www.thecurbmarket. com. 209 Edgewood Ave. SE, Old Fourth Ward 404.659.1665. Map3/I6 TRADER VIC’S— South Pacific. This stalwart South
Pacific restaurant in the Hilton Atlanta features a Polynesian theme that carries over into tropical cocktails and a tiki-inspired atmosphere. D (M-Sa). www.tradervics.com. 255 Courtland St., 404.221.6339. $$$ Map3/H5
Intown BREAD & BUTTERFLY— French Bistro. Visit this
charming Parisian-style café if noshing on freshly baked goods or dishes like potato and raclette gratin sounds like your cup of tea. No reservations. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa&Su). www.bread-andbutterfly.com. 290 Elizabeth St., Inman Park, 678.515.4536. $$ Map1/D7 GUNSHOW— Eclectic. Gunshow is the brainchild of
Chef Kevin Gillespie, who earned the love of millions while competing on “Top Chef.” Dishes and cocktails are presented a la carte to diners at their tables where they can then choose what to order, creating an unparalleled experience. D (Tu-Sa) www.gunshowatl.com. 924 Garrett St., Ormewood Park, 404.380.1886. $$ Map1/D7 HIGHLAND BAKERY— Breakfast. This is one of
Atlanta’s most famous brunch stops. Aside from a bake shop that churns out larger-than-life cakes, the breakfast menu serves delicious classics all day. Don’t miss the massive peanut butter french toast or cilantro corn pancakes. Check website location hours. www.highlandbakery.com. 655 Highland Ave. NE, Suite 10, Old Fourth Ward, 404.586.0772. Map1/D7; 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 130, Buckhead, 678.904.2146. Map2/D6; 1180 Peachtree St. NE, Ste. C, Midtown, 404.835.3130. Map3/B5 HOME GROWN—Southern. This small restaurant
is known throughout the U.S. as a quintessential Southern spot. Comedians, politicians, celebrities and locals alike agree this is a must for Atlanta’s visitors. Menu highlights include the french toast sandwich, chili cheddar home fries and hot chicken fried steak biscuit. B&L (daily). www. homegrownga.com. 968 Memorial Drive SE, Reynoldstown, 404.222.0455. Map1/D7 KROG STREET MARKET— Food Hall. Built in a
1920s warehouse that is easily accessible from the Atlanta BeltLine’s Eastside Trail, this hip food hall has something for every palate—and sweet tooth. www.krogstreetmarket.com. 99 Krog St., Inman Park, 770.434.2400. Map1/D7 LADYBIRD GROVE & MESS HALL—American. Lo-
cated at mile marker 9.25 on the Atlanta BeltLine’s Eastside Trail, this outdoor-oriented bar and restaurant brings back your best memories of summer camp. Hang out on the expansive patio w w w.wh e re t rave le r. com 15
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with a drink from the converted camper, or gather with friends inside on picnic tables for tasty provisions. L&D (Tu-Su). www.ladybirdatlanta.com. 684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.458.6838. Map1/D7 MUCHACHO— Cafe. This cool-and-casual hangout
borrows style inspiration from the ‘70s. Order at the counter for coffee, tacos, toasts, grain bowls, poke, pastries, cocktails and housemade agua frescas. Also onsite is the nostalgia-inducing Golden Eagle for classic cocktails and moody vibes. B&L (daily). www.muchachoatl.com. 904 Memorial Drive SE, Reynoldstown, 404.748.9254. Map1/D8 PONCE CITY MARKET— Food Hall. This cultural
mecca offers gourmet dining concepts from some of Atlanta’s most acclaimed chefs, including Anne Quatrano, Linton Hopkins, Meherwan Irani and more. www.poncecitymarket.com. 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.900.7900. Map1/D7 STAPLEHOUSE— Modern American. Eat well, do
good at this for-profit subsidiary of The Giving Kitchen, a nonprofit organization serving the restaurant community. The bar program is a knockout. D (W-Sa), Br (Su). www.staplehouse.com. 541 Edgewood Ave. SE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.524.5005. $$$$ Map1/D7
Midtown EMPIRE STATE SOUTH— Southern. Dig into elevated
Southern fare at this show stopping restaurant. An extensive cocktail program, coffee bar and bocce court are highlights. B&L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Sa&Su). www.empirestatesouth.com. 999 Peachtree St. NE, 404.541.1105. $$$ Map3/D5 R. THOMAS DELUXE GRILL— Eclectic. This 24-hour
covered patio garden uses high-quality ingredients—like cold-pressed organic oils, fresh produce and organic grains—to help people feel great while eating healthy food that has great taste. The eclectic interiors and the late Mr. Thomas’ birds make for a unique Atlanta experience. www.rthomasdeluxegrill.net. 1812 Peachtree St, 404.881.0246. $$ Map1/C6 SALTWOOD CHARCUTERIE & BAR— New Southern.
This chic restaurant inside Loews Atlanta Hotel offers shareable small plates that feature fresh, local ingredients in an approachable space designed for casual mingling, social gatherings or large catered affairs. B,L&D (daily), Br (Sa&Su). www.saltwoodatlanta.com. 1065 Peachtree St. NE, 404.745.5000. $$ Map3/C5 SOUTH CITY KITCHEN— Southern. Indulge in
Southern food with a sophisticated twist, including buttermilk fried chicken, fried green tomatoes and banana pudding. Hours vary by location. www. southcitykitchen.com. Midtown, 1144 Crescent Ave. NE, 404.873.7358 Map3/C5; Buckhead, 3350 Peachtree Road, 404.815.6677. Map2/E7; Vinings, 1675 Cumberland Pkwy. SE, 770.435.0700. $$ Map1/C5; Avalon, 9000 Avalon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30009, 678.722.3602. Map1/E2 SILVER SKILLET RESTAURANT— Breakfast. Little has
changed in 50+ years at this landmark restaurant. Go for the true Southern breakfasts, fried chicken and awesome homemade pies. No reservations. B&L (daily). www.thesilverskillet.com. 200 14th St. NW, 404.874.1388. $ Map3/C4 THE VORTEX BAR & GRILL—American. This funky
burger joint is famous (infamous to nutritionists) 16 W H E R E AT L A N TA I AU G U S T 2018
for its huge burgers piled high with unimaginable fixin’s. L&D (daily). Open late. www.thevortexbarandgrill.com. 878 Peachtree St. NE, Midtown, 404.875.1667. $$ Map3/D; 438 Moreland Ave. NE, Little Five Points, 404.688.1828. $$ Map1/D7 VARUNI NAPOLI— Pizza. These satisfying pies are
carefully crafted to represent the true flavors of Naples. The dough is made fresh daily with simple ingredients and products from Italy. Hours vary by location. www.varuni.us. 1540 Monroe Drive NE, Midtown, 404.709.2690. Map1/D7; Krog Market, 99 Krog St. NE, 404.500.5550. Map1/D7
North Metro C. ELLET’S—Steak and Seafood. Set just outside
SunTrust Park in The Battery Atlanta, this modern steakhouse from esteemed Chef Linton Hopkins and wife Gina is named for Hopkin’s great-grandfather. A walk-up oyster bar is open on weekends and for SunTrust Park events. L&D (daily). www.cellets.com. 2605 Circle 75 Parkway, 678.996.5344. $$$ Map1/C5 FOOD TERMINAL— Pan-Asian. This hip hangout
on Buford Highway’s culinary corridor features delicious Malaysian cuisine and Asian-style street food served up quickly. From baos and skewers to Szechuan beef noodle soup and chicken curry roti, deep dishes offer bang for your buck. Brought to you from the Atlanta-based Sweet Hut Bakery chain, don’t forget to leave room for dessert. L and D (daily). www.foodterminal.com. 5000 Buford Highway, Chamblee, 678.353.6110. Map1/E5 GARDEN AND GUN CLUB—Southern. This lively,
social gathering place at The Battery Atlanta brings the magazine to life with its first restaurant/retail concept. The interiors and menu represent some of region’s most tasteful chefs and designers. L&D (daily). www.gardenandgunclub.com. 2605 Circle 75 Parkway,Cumberland, 770.726.0925. $$$ Map1/C5 HEIRLOOM MARKET BBQ— Korean Fusion. Order
at the counter and the kitchen churns out plates of grilled meats, pickled vegetables and an array of side dishes. Not your average Southern BBQ joint, Heirloom Market is operated by two classical trained chefs, Chef Jiyeon Lee and Chef Cody Taylor. “Dine-in” tables are standing-room only on the shaded patio, and catering is a popular option. L&D (Tu-Sa). www.heirloommarketbbq.com. 2243 Akers Mill Rd SE, 770.612.2502. Map1/C5 MUSS & TURNER’S— Deli. Eat in or take out at this
combo retail/eat-in space from Chef Todd Mussman (the Muss) and Ryan Turner. The deli carries single-estate olive oils, Spanish cured meats and cheeses, plus a wide assortment of sandwiches, soups, salads and to-go foods. L&D (Tu-Sa), Br (Su). www.mussandturners.com. 1675 Cumberland Pkwy., Smyrna, 770.434.1114. $ Map1/B6 PORCH LIGHT LATIN KITCHEN— Latin. Chef Andre
Gomez draws on his Puerto-Rican upbringing to create a sumptuous menu with highlights like plantain empanadas, smashed yuca mofongo and pressed cohiba sandwiches. L, D (Tu-Sa). www. porchlightlatinkitchen.com. 300 Village Green Cir. SE, Smyrna, 678.309.9858. $$ Map1/B5 TABLE AND MAIN—Southern. A simple, seasonal and
Southern dining experience, this Canton Street mainstay is housed in a cozy restored cottage. Enjoy home-style cooking like Chef Woody Back’s famous friend chicken and a well-stocked bourbon
bar. D (daily). www.tableandmain.com. 1028 Canton St., Roswell, 678.869.5178. Map1/D3
Westside BACCHANALIA— New American. The contemporary
American prix-fixe menu is first class, as are the extensive wine list and service. On-site Star Provisions has gourmet specialty items and prepared food. D (M-Sa). www.starprovisions.com. 1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. NW, Westside, 404.365.0410. $$$$ Map3/B1 BETTER HALF— Eclectic. What started as a supper
club is now one of the freshest concepts in the city. The hidden gem serves up a cool, laid-back ambiance and an ever-changing menu of interesting dishes that often feature Latin influences. D (Tu-Sa). www.betterhalfatl.com. 349 14th St. NW, Bldg. C, 404.695.4547. $$$ Map3/B3 BRASH COFFEE— Coffee. Located in a converted
shipping container, the quaint locale roasts its own beans and serves up a delicious albeit limited, menu of coffee drinks alongside locally sourced bites. A second location is now open inside the Atlanta History Center’s Buckhead campus. www. brashcoffee.com. 1168 Howell Mill Road, Westside,. Map3/C1 MARCEL—Steak. Ford Fry’s only steakhouse features
a menu of USDA Prime steaks complemented by flavorful sides and starters. A late-night menu including oysters and a cheeseburger is available F&Sa 11 pm-2 am. L (M-Sa), D (daily). www.marcelatl.com. Westside Provisions District, 1170 Howell Mill Road, 404.665.4555. Map2/C1 MILLER UNION— Eclectic. Named “Best Chef:
Southeast” by the 2017 James Beard Awards, Chef Steven Satterfield makes magic at this esteemed restaurant located in a refurbished warehouse once occupied by Miller Union Stockyards. L (TuSa), D (M-Sa). www.millerunion.com. 999 Brady Ave. NW, Westside, 678.733.8550. $$ Map1/C7 MOLLY B’S— New Southern. Named for sports
mogul Arthur Blank’s mother, this chophouse and private club is located inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Enjoy sweeping views of the city and the field while you dine on a menu created by the same team behind TWO urban licks. Call or check website for hours. www.mercedesbenzstadium.com/ molly-bs. 1 AMB Drive NW, 470.341.5050. M3/I2 O-KU—Japanese & Sushi. At this swanky sushi spot,
the rooftop bar draws crowds on weekends while an ample menu of ultra-fresh nigiri, rolls, creative appetizers and hot entrees delights foodies. D (daily). www.o-kusushiatl.com. Westside Ironworks, 1085 Howell Mill Road, 404.500.2383. $$ Map1/C7 TAQUERIA DEL SOL— Mexican. The food is worth
the wait at these casual spots that offer fromscratch Mexican-meets-Southern cuisine. A full bar includes margaritas, liquor and bottled beer. www.taqueriadelsol.com. L (M-Sa), D (Tu-Sa). 1200 Howell Mill Road NW, Westside, 404.352.5811 Map3/C1; 395 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur, 404.377.7668 Map1/D7; L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 2165 Cheshire Bridge Road, Buckhead, 404.321.1118. $ Map2/E11; 5001 Peachtree Boulevard, Suite 910, Chamblee, 470.321.3232. THE OPTIMIST—Seafood. This chic restaurant
embodies coastal living with a raw bar and outdoor patio with mini-golf. L (M-F), D (daily). www. theoptimistrestaurant.com. 914 Howell Mill Road, Westside, 404.477.6260. $$$ Map3/D1
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Shopping Topstitch There’s always something fresh to find, see, smell, shop or sample at Ponce City Market. This month, Topstitch, a modern fabric shop and sewing studio, is relocating from Decatur to the second floor of Ponce City Market’s Central Food Hall. The shop offers a curated selection of apparel fabrics, sewing tools, kits, crafty gifts and more. Founded by Atlanta native Leigh Metcalf, Topstitch also offers a calendar of workshops at the shop’s intimate, in-house classroom. Courses range from dressmaking to jeans-making to block printing. Pre-book online to reserve your space. www.topstitchatl.com. 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.228.7243. Map1/D7
BRICK+MORTAR—Atlantan David Kowalski created
this shop based off his love for giving a new life to old treasures. Hunt for finds like vintage projectors, circa 1920s posters, antique oil portraits and handpoured soy wax candles. www.thisisbrickandmortar.com. Westside Provisions District, 1170 Howell Mill Road, 404.492.9207. Map3/B1 PARIS ON PONCE & POP MARCHÉ— This
46,000-square-foot market is full of all sorts of vintage and contemporary treasures including art, antiques, furnishings and oddities—no wonder it’s the go-to spot for prop rentals. www.parisonponce.com. 716 Ponce de Leon Place NE, Midtown, 404.249.9965. Map1/D7
Beauty & Wellness JEJU SAUNA— This Korean spa caters to the body,
mind and soul with its saunas, healing rooms, mineral pools and luxurious spa services. Part of the spa is separated into men’s and women’s quarters, while most of the baths and saunas are unisex. Services include body scrubs, acupressure massage, foot massage and more. www. jejusauna.com. 3555 Gwinnett Place Drive, Duluth, 678.336.7414. Map1/F4 LITTLE BARN APOTHECARY—This handmade skin-
care line forgoes toxic chemicals for ingredients like ginger, cardamom, aloe and charcoal. www. littlebarnapothecary.com. Westside Provisions
District, 1170 Howell Mill Road, 800.317.8506. Map1/C7 SUGARCOAT NAIL & BEAUTY BAR—
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These sweet mani/pedi destinations offer a variety of services, plus gifts and products. www.sugarcoatbeauty. com. 1062 St. Charles Ave. NE, Virginia-Highland, 404.249.0013 Map1/D7; 256 Pharr Rd NE., Buckhead, 404.814.2121 Map2/C7; 4300 Paces Fery Rd., Vinings, 770.801.9888. Map1/B6; 4365 Roswell Road, Suite 4385, Chastain, 404.600.8600. Map2/C5
Books & Music A CAPPELLA BOOKS— Known for its collection of
out-of-print and rare books, along with used copies of current books and hard-to-find authors. www. acappellabooks.com. 208 Haralson Ave. NE., Little Five Points, 404.681.5128. Map1/D7 CRIMINAL RECORDS— One of the coolest record
stores in the country, the store boasts a huge selection of every kind of music imaginable. www. criminalatl.com. 1154-A Euclid Ave. NE, Little Five Points, 404.215.9511. Map1/D7 LITTLE SHOP OF STORIES— This adorable inde-
pendent bookstore offers a great selection of children’s and young adult literature, poetry and non-fiction. Check website for upcoming events. www.littleshopofstories.com. 133A E. Court Square, Decatur, 404.373.6300. Map1/D7
Home Decor ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER (ADAC)— This 550,000-square-foot interior
design product showroom’s 60 stunning showrooms are chock-full of amazing furniture, fabric, rugs, lighting, accessories, antiques, arts, kitchen and bath products, tile, stone and so much more. www.adacatlanta.com. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Buckhead, 404.231.1720. Map2/C10 BEVERLY BREMER SILVER SHOP— This shop over-
flows with unusual sterling silver objects, gift items and discontinued flatware patterns. www.beverlybremer.com. 3164 Peachtree Road, Buckhead, 404.261.4009. Map2/C7
Jewelry TOPAZ GALLERY— Featuring the works of more
than 100 jewelry artisans, Topaz offers a variety of beautiful, one-of-a-kind and limited-production jewelry ranging in style from simple and contemporary to elegant and ornate. www. topazgallery.net. 3145 Peachtree Road, Buckhead, 404.995.0155. Map2/D7
Shopping Districts ATLANTIC STATION— This 138-acre live/work/play
development is home to the Millennium Gate Museum, myriad restaurants, a movie theater and over 30 stores, including an Ikea. www.atlanticstation. com. 17 St. NW, Westside, 404.733.1221. Map3/A3
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AVALON—This walkable development in Alpharetta
will enchant you with its open-air layout and dozens of top brands like drybar, Woodhouse Day Spa and South Moon Under. Check the website for a full calendar of events. www.experienceavalon.com. 400 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta, 770.765.1000. Map1/E3 THE SHOPS BUCKHEAD ATLANTA— Haute couture
shops—like Louboutin, ETRO and Hermès— neighbor upscale restaurants—like American Cut and Le Bilboquet—throughout six blocks. www. theshopsbuckheadatlanta.com. 3035 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, 404.939.9270. Map2/C7 LENOX SQUARE— Browse over 250 retailers on
four levels, including Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s, Prada, Cartier, Louis Vuitton and David Yurman. Valet parking available. www. lenoxsquare.com. 3393 Peachtree Road, Buckhead, 404.233.6767. Map2/E6 PERIMETER MALL— More than 195 upscale retailers,
a food court, five sit-down restaurants and valet parking. www.perimetermall.com. 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody, 770.394.4270. Map1/D5 PHIPPS PLAZA— This three-level shopping center
serves up over 100 stores, including anchors Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue, and retailers like Tiffany and Co., Gucci and Versace. Phipps is also home to a luxurious, 14-screen AMC Theatre, four restaurants and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta. www.phippsplaza.com. 3500 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, 404.261.7910. Map2/E5 PONCE CITY MARKET— Eclectic. This cultural mecca
offers gourmet dining and first-class shopping from both local and global brands like West Elm, Anthropologie, Sugarboo & Co. and more.. www. poncecitymarket.com. 675 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.900.7900. Map1/D7 SHOPS AROUND LENOX— This outdoor shopping
FINE STERLING SILVER for every occasion
and dining district is conveniently located adjacent to Lenox Square with luxe brands and artisan eateries like SoulCycle, Draper James, Kendra Scott, Flower Child and lululemon athletica. www. shopsaroundlenox.com. 3400 Around Lenox Drive NE, Buckhead, 404.237.7710. Map2/E6 THE BATTERY ATLANTA—Surrounding SunTrust Park,
home to the Atlanta Braves, this massive, mixeduse complex was made for play—regardless of game schedules. The flashy entertainment district includes fare from famed chefs alongside unique retailers, the Coca-Cola Roxy and more. www. batteryatl.com. 800 Battery Ave. SE, Cumberland, 404.494.1150. Map1/D3 THE FORUM AT PEACHTREE PARKWAY—An elite
collection of merchants including Bella Bag, Crafted and James Avery gathered in a beautiful European-influenced outdoor mall. www.theforumonpeachtree.com. 770.368.8811. Map1/D3 VININGS JUBILEE— A charming collection of res-
taurants and shops offering antiques, accessories, apparel and more. Don’t miss local favorites Waiting on Martha or Read Shop by Merchant. www. viningsjubilee.com. 4300 Paces Ferry Rd., Vinings, 770.434.2400. Map1/C6 WESTSIDE PROVISIONS DISTRICT— A former
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meatpacking district, this is now a hip and industrial shopping destination featuring fantastic restaurants, bars, boutiques and more. www.westsideprovisions.com. 1100-1200 Howell Mill Road, Westside, Map3/C1
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Museums+Attractions Fernbank Museum of Natural History Experience a world of adventure filled with dinosaurs, live animals, cultural artifacts and hands-on science explorations. Take a walk on the wild side as you explore 75 acres of outdoor nature adventures in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest, or cool off in Giant Screen Theater with a 2D or 3D film. While you’re at Fernbank, don’t miss “FOOD: Our Global Kitchen,” a special exhibition at Fernbank Museum of Natural History sponsored by Ponce City Market, is on display now through Aug. 19. The familyfriendly exhibit explores the relationship between food, culture and nature. www. fernbankmuseum.org. 767 Clifton Road NE, Druid Hills, 404.929.6300. Ma1/D75
CITYPASS— Valid for nine days from first use, City-
PASS offers reduced admission to the following attractions: Georgia Aquarium (expedited entry), World of Coca-Cola, Inside CNN Studio Tour, Zoo Atlanta OR Center for Civil and Human Rights and Fernbank Museum of Natural History OR College Football Hall of Fame. Purchase online or at your first attraction. www.citypass.com/atlanta. 888.330.5008.
Art Museums ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY— Atlanta Contem-
porary neither profits from nor collects the art on its walls in an effort to support the genre’s advancement. Free admission. www.atlantacontemporary.org. 535 Means St. NW, Midtown, 404.688.1970. Map3/E2 CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER— Built in 1920
for the oldest son of Coca-Cola Company founder, Asa Candler, this Gothic-tudor mansion is now a community arts center. An upstairs gallery presents changing exhibits. www.callanwolde.org. 980 Briarcliff Road NE, Druid Hills, 404.872.5338. Map1/D7 HIGH MUSEUM OF ART— Part of the Woodruff
Arts Center, Atlanta’s go-to art museum has over 15,000 works in its permanent collection. Check website for full list of exhibitions and events. www.high.org. 1280 Peachtree St., Midtown, 404.733.4444. Map3/B5
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART OF GEORGIA (MOCA GA)— This small mu-
seum encompasses 250-plus works by Georgia artists. www.mocaga.org. Tula Arts Center, 75 Bennett St., Buckhead, 404.367.8700. Map2/A11
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MUSEUM OF DESIGN ATLANTA (MODA)— This won-
derful museum is devoted exclusively to all things design. www.museumofdesign.org. 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Midtown, 404.979.6455. Map3/B5 SPELMAN COLLEGE MUSEUM OF FINE ART— This
museum on the grounds of Spelman University specializes in 20th-century painting and sculpture by African-American artists. www.museum. spelman.edu. 350 Spelman Lane SW, West End, 404.270.5607. Map3/L1
Attractions BAPS SHRI SWAMINARAYAN MANDIR TEMPLE— This
strikingly ornate Hindu temple sits on 29 acres in the the Atlanta suburb of Lilburn. Its stark-white exterior takes on the colors of the sky, as well as its white polished interior which is often lit in various hues of blue, turquoise, orange or pale green. Guided tours available. www.baps.org. 460 Rockbridge Rd., Lilburn, 678.906.2277. Map1/F5 CENTENNIAL OLYMPIC PARK— This 21-acre park is
a permanent legacy to the Atlanta-hosted 1996 Olympic Games. During Summer months, you’ll find children splashing in the Fountain of Rings and families picnicking on the expansive lawns. Grab
a bite at Googie Burger, a local favorite and the only restaurant on park grounds. www.centennialpark.com. 265 Luckie St., Downtown, 404.222.7275. Map3/H4
INSIDE CNN STUDIO TOUR— Step inside the world of 24-hour news and see the fast-paced newsrooms of CNN’s global headquarters. www. cnn.com/tour. One CNN Center, Downtown, 404.827.2300. Map3/I3 GEORGIA AQUARIUM— The country’s largest
aquarium is home to unique marine life including whale sharks, beluga whales and dolphins. A 4-D movie, cafés and gift shop are also on-site. www. georgiaaquarium.org. 225 Baker St. NW, Downtown, 404.581.4000. Map3/H3 GEORGIA STATE CAPITOL— A National Historic Land-
mark, the 1889 building was designed to resemble the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Historical markers on the grounds explain how the city was rebuilt after the Civil War. Located on the fourth floor of the capitol, a museum displays exhibits about Georgia’s resources, history and government, plus quirky artifacts. Free admission. www. sos.state.ga.us. 206 Washington St., Downtown, 404.656.2846. Map3/K4 KENNESAW MOUNTAIN NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD PARK— Site of one of the major confrontations
of the Atlanta Campaign, the 2,900-acre park offers 17 miles of hiking trails. Park open daily 6:30 am-dusk. Visitor www.nps.gov/kemo. Old US 41 &
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Stilesboro Road, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Drive, Kennesaw, 770.427.4686. Map1/A4 LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER— Enjoy hands-on
play areas, a 4-D cinema, classes, rides and the MINILAND exhibit, with iconic buildings made out of LEGOs. www.atlanta.legolanddiscoverycenter. com. Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead, 404.848.9252. Map2/E5 MARGARET MITCHELL HOUSE— The restored
home of “Gone With the Wind” author Margaret Mitchell showcases furniture, letters and memorabilia from Mitchell’s life. www.atlantahistorycenter.com/explore/destinations/margaretmitchell-house. 979 Crescent Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA, 404.249.7015. Map3/D5 OAKLAND CEMETERY— Atlanta’s oldest cemetery
is home to local luminaries—including Bobby Jones and Margaret Mitchell—who are interred alongside Confederate soldiers who died during the Atlanta Campaign in 1864. Free admission. Check website for tour times and prices. www. oaklandcemetery.com. 248 Oakland Ave. SE, Grant Park, 404.688.2107. Map3/M7 PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER—This magnifi cent
new center is the first of its kind in North America. The 27-acre complex features a massive test track, off-road courses, a driving simulator and a fine-dining restaurant. Drive one of 13 models, including the Macan S, Boxter GTS, and even the 911 GT3. www.porschedriving.com. One Porsche Drive, College Park, 888.204.7474. Map1/C9 SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA— The theme park
features 14 thrilling rides, plus family friendly rides, shows and attractions. www.sixflags. com/overgeorgia. 275 Riverside Pkwy., Austell, 770.739.3400. Map1/B7
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SWAN COACH HOUSE— Located on the grounds
sengers on a 15-minute ride up and over the city. At night, the ride lights up with millions of LED lights. www.skyviewatlanta.com. 168 Luckie St. NW, Downtown, 678.949.9023. Map3/H4 of the Atlanta History Center, this historic house was built in 1928 by Atlanta architect Philip Trammell Shutze for the Edward H. Inman family. A restaurant, art gallery and gift shop are on site. www.swancoachhouse.com. 3130 Slaton Dr. NW, Buckhead, 404.261.0636. Map2/B7 THE KING CENTER— The official memorial dedicated
to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Exhibits illustrate his life and teachings; highlights include Freedom Hall and The Eternal Flame. The King Center Library, archives, King’s final resting place, a gift shop and other facilities are also on-site. Free admission. www.thekingcenter.org. 449 Auburn Ave. NE, Sweet Auburn, 404.526.8900. Map3/I7 WILD ANIMAL SAFARI— This five-mile drive-through
wild animal park features more than 650 animals including American bison, elk, water buffalo, wildebeest, tigers, hyena and zebra. Most of the animals roam freely throughout the park and will eat right out of your hand. Guests can drive through in their own vehicles, rent a van, or take a complimentary bus tour (depending on the season). Check website for hours of operation. www.animalsafari.com/ Georgia. 1300 Oak Grove Road, Pine Mountain, 706.663.8744. WORLD OF COCA-COLA— Explore the story of
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and taste more than 100 different beverages from around the world. www.worldofcoca-cola. com. Pemberton Place, 121 Baker St., Downtown, 404.676.5151. Map3/H4 ZOO ATLANTA— More than 1,500 animals call the zoo
home, most notably gorillas and giant pandas. Also on-site are a petting zoo, train rides and a carousel. www.zooatlanta.org. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Grant Park, 404.624.9453. Map3/M7
Museums ANNE FRANK IN THE WORLD— Owned by the Anne
Frank House in the Netherlands and run by the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust, the exhibit includes photos, letters and a 28-minute film with the only known footage of Frank. Free admission. www.holocaust.georgia.gov. 5920 Roswell Rd. NE, Sandy Springs, 770.206.1558. Map1/D5 APEX MUSEUM— This museum offers a historical
look at the black experience in the U.S. and Atlanta. Don’t miss the replica of Yates & Milton Drug Store, one of Atlanta’s first black-owned businesses. Exhibits tell stories from Africa, Sweet Auburn and beyond. www.apexmuseum.org. 135 Auburn Ave., Sweet Auburn, 404.523.2739. Map3/I6 ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER— The center includes
the Atlanta History Museum, the Centennial Olympic Games Museum, two historic homes (the Swan House and the Smith Family Farm), a research center and 33 acres of gardens. www.atlantahistorycenter.com. 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Buckhead, 404.814.4000. Map2/B6 CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS— This
museum includes three sections: a collection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s documents and personal effects; multisensory galleries about the American Civil Rights Movement; and a human rights gallery detailing past and ongoing struggles from around the world. www.civilandhumanrights.org. 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Downtown, 404.991.6970. Map3/H4 CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS— The freshly ex-
panded center is home to a museum showcasing hundreds of puppets, including original Muppets from the Jim Henson Foundation, and offers a wide range of performances. www.puppet.org. 1404 Spring St. NW, Midtown, 404.873.3391. Map3/A4 COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME & CHICK-FIL-A FAN EXPERIENCE—This massive attraction offers
interactive experiences that honor the pageantry and traditions of college football. Personalize an all-access pass with your football team at registration. www.cfbhall.com. 250 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta, GA, 404.880.4800. Map3/I3 DAVID J. SENCER CDC MUSEUM— This unique
museum features award-winning exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention). Four temporary exhibitions—each related to the CDC’s work—are mounted each year. Free admission. www.cdc.gov/museum. 1600 Clifton Rd. NE, 404.639.0830. Map1/D7 FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF ATLANTA VISITORS CENTER AND MONETARY MUSEUM— Take a self-
guided tour of this monetary museum located in the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Exhibits cover the history of money and the Federal Reserve’s role in the economy. Visitors can also view the bank’s automated cash processing operations, where millions of dollars are counted, sorted and shred-
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ded. Free admission. www.frbatlanta.org. 1000 Peachtree St., Midtown, 404.498.8500. Map3/D5 JIMMY CARTER LIBRARY & MUSEUM— This museum
details President Carter’s life, including his Navy career and the work both he and Rosalynn have done since leaving the White House. The replica of the Oval Office is a must-see. Check website for special events and exhibits. www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov. 441 Freedom Pkwy. NE, Midtown, 404.865.7100. Map1/D7 MARIETTA GONE WITH THE WIND MOVIE MUSEUM: SCARLETT ON THE SQUARE— Home to the
privately owned collection of Dr. Chris Sullivan. Featured are artifacts related to the novel and film including foreign posters, original scripts, artwork and the bengaline honeymoon gown worn by Scarlett. www.gwtwmarietta.com. 18 Whitlock Ave., Marietta, 770.794.5576. Map1/B4 MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM— This Emory Uni-
versity museum focuses on art and objects from ancient civilizations. “Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East” features mummies and ancient artifacts; additional collections include Greek and Roman, Ancient America and Works on Paper. www.carlos.emory.edu. 571 South Kilgo Circle, Decatur, 404.727.4282. Map1/D7 ROBERT C. WILLIAMS AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING— One of the most comprehensive
collections of paper and paper-related artifacts in the world, including 2,000 books, watermarks, papers, tools, machines and manuscripts. Free admission. paper.gatech.edu. Institute of Paper Science and Technology, 500 10th St. NW, Midtown, 404.894.5700. Map3/D2 SCAD FASH MUSEUM OF FASHION + FILM— One
of the largest fashion museums in the nation, this new attraction is located in the Savannah College of Art & Design’s (SCAD) Atlanta campus. www. scadfash.com. 1600 Peachtree St., Midtown, 404.253.3132. Map1/D7 SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM— This museum
displays 90+ pieces of retired railway rolling stock, including diesel locomotives, steam locomotives, and passenger and private cars. Short rides on a restored caboose are also offered. www.SoutheasternRailwayMuseum.org. 3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth, 770.476.2013. Map1/F4 SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF CIVIL WAR AND LOCOMOTIVE HISTORY— Thousands of Civil War and rail-
road relics are on display including a reproduction of a turn-of-the-century locomotive factory and a depiction of the Civil War’s Great Locomotive Chase. www.southernmuseum.org. 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw, 770.427.2117. Map1/A3 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF ATLANTA— This newly
renovated, expanded museum allows kids to build and launch a rocket, paint a masterpiece, construct a house, and even climb through the Earth’s core. Hands-on play and exploratory learning get your child’s gears turning in new ways. A wonderful toy store is also on-site. Adults must be accompanied by a child, and vice versa. www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, Downtown, 404.659.5437. Map3/H4 WREN’S NEST HOUSE MUSEUM— Atlanta’s oldest
house museum was the home of Joel Chandler Harris, known for the tales of Brer Rabbit in “The Uncle Remus Tales.” www.wrensnest.org. 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW, West End, 404.753.7735. Map1/C7
Parks & Nature ATLANTA BELTLINE—Stroll, run, bike or blade the
Atlanta Beltline’s completed trails, and stop along the way to view public art installations, grab a bite on sun-filled patios or lounge in public parks. Download app or check website to find access points. www.beltline.org. ARABIA MOUNTAIN—This “mountain” is actually a
granite monadnock, or an isolated rock hill (much like Stone Mountain). The 2,550-acre area includes two lakes and plenty of trails that vary in distance, difficulty and topographic scenery. www.arabiaalliance.org. 3350 Klondike Road, Lithonia, GA 30038, 404.998.8384. Map1/F8 CHASTAIN PARK— This 260-acre park is home to
a golf course, an arts center, a horse park, an amphitheater, ball fields, and walking and running paths. www.chastainpark.org. 4001 Powers Ferry Rd., Buckhead, 404.237.2177. Map2/B2 CHATTAHOOCHEE NATURE CENTER— Non-profit
facility on the Chattahoochee River covering 127 acres of preserved wetlands and woodlands. Visitors can enjoy wildlife programs, environmental education, horticulture, walking trails, guided canoe trips and more. www.chattnaturecenter.org. 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell, 770.992.2055. Map1/C4 CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER NATIONAL RECREATION AREA— The area features hiking trails and picnic
areas along a 48-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River. The river is available for raft, canoes, kayak and motor boat use year round. www.nps.gov/ chat. 1978 Island Ford Parkway, Sandy Springs, 678.538.1200. Map1/D4 DUNWOODY NATURE CENTER— This nature pre-
serve has activities for all ages. There are kids and adult classes, as well as special family events. Wildlife is abundant including owls, hawks, snapping turtles, bunnies, coyotes and more. There is even a boardwalk that courses through a marshy wetland. Free admission. www.dunwoodynature.org. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody, 770.394.3322. Map1/D4 HISTORIC FOURTH WARD PARK—This new 12-
acre park offers greenspace, a two-acre lake, amphitheater, skate park, modern playground and splash pad in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. The park is connected to the Atlanta BeltLine. www.h4wpc.com. 665 North Ave. NE, 404.590.7275. Map1/D7 LAKE LANIER ISLANDS— This resort, located about
45 minutes north of Atlanta, spreads along part of the 38,000-acre lake’s 500 miles of shoreline. Enjoy horseback rides, a golf course, a spa, bike and boat rentals, and Margaritaville. www.lakelanierislands. com. 7000 Lake Lanier Island Pkwy., Lake Lanier, 770.945.8787, 800.840.LAKE. Map1/G1 PIEDMONT PARK— Considered Atlanta’s Central Park,
the 182-acre park is popular with joggers, bicyclists and rollerbladers, and hosts festivals and events nearly every weekend during warm-weather months. The park also offers tennis courts, playgrounds, athletic fields and a dog park. www.piedmontpark.org. Piedmont Avenue (between 10th Street and Westminster Drive), Midtown, 404.875.7275. Map3/C7 SHOOT THE HOOCH— Rent a raft, canoe, kayak or
tube and take a fun and relaxing trip down the Chattahoochee River. Trips last from two to six hours. Shuttle service available. www.shootthehooch.com. Chattahoochee Outfitters, 203 Azalea Drive, Roswell, 770.650.1008. Map1/D4
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SILVER COMET TRAIL— This scenic, 61.5-mile trail is
perfect for hiking, walking, biking, horseback riding and rollerblading, and is wheelchair accessible. The trail connects to the Chief Ladiga Trail, a 33-mile trek at the Georgia/Alabama border. The Silver Comet Trail starts at the Mavell Road Trailhead in Smyrna and ends at the Esom Hill Trailhead near Cedartown. www.silvercometga.com. Mavell Road Trailhead, 4573 Mavell Road,. Map1/B5 STONE MOUNTAIN PARK— A 3,300-acre park sur-
rounds the world’s largest granite monolith. The park offers trails, golf courses, a skylift, a railroad, miniature golf, campgrounds, a 4-D theater and the Lasershow Spectacular. www.stonemountainpark.com. 1126 Stonewall Jackson Drive, Stone Mountain, 770.401.2407. Map1/F6 SWEETWATER CREEK STATE PARK— This wild
getaway offers five campsites, two fishing docks, 10 yurts, eight picnic shelters, a wide variety of trails and a 215-acre lake, among other amenities. Water sport rentals are available seasonally. www.gastateparks.org. 1750 Mount Vernon Road, 770.732.5871. Map1/D4
Sporting Events ATLANTA UNITED— Atlanta’s MLS team plays
Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and aquatic animals worldwide.
soccer at the state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the team has repeatedly broken the league record for game attendance since their inaugural 2017 season. Call or check online for schedule. www.atlutd.com. 1 AMB Drive, Atlanta, 470.341.5000. Map3/I2
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Atlanta Braves
Atlanta’s MLB team plays ball at SunTurst Park. Arrive early to explore dining and shopping at The Battery Atlanta surrounding the park, and stay in your seat after Friday night home games to enjoy a fireworks show. Call or check online for schedule. www.atlanta. braves.mlb.com. 755 Battery Ave., Cumberland, 800.745.3000. Map1/C5 w w w.wh e re t rave le r. com 23
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Entertainment Fetch Dog Park & Ice House It’s one of those concepts you wish you would have thought of yourself: a dog park meets social club meets neighborhood watering hole. Located minutes from the Atlanta Beltline, Fetch includes a Texas-style ice house complete with a food menu and a large dog-friendly patio (for pets on a leash) and shipping container bar. In addition, there is an off-leash dog park complete with a full-service Airstream bar offering craft draft cocktails, beer, and wine available for Fetch Park members. Vet records are required for your animal’s entry. www.fetchparkatl.com. 520 Daniel St. SE, Old Fourth Ward, Map1/D7
OASIS GOODTIME EMPORIUM— Northside club with
three stages. www.oasisatl.com. 6363 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross, 770.454.8065. Map1/E4 ONYX— This executive gentlemen’s club offers bottle
service, VIP sections and free billiards. www.showbars.com. 1888 Cheshire Bridge Rd., Buckhead, 404.876.9992. Map2/E11
Ballet
End. www.mondaynightbrewing. com. 670 Trabert Ave. NW, Westside, 404.352.7703. Map3/A1; 933 Lee St. SW, 404.352.7703.
There’s a lot more going on this August. Visit us online:
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OLD 4TH DISTILLERY—After nearly a
century, Atlanta got its first legal distillery with the opening of Old 4th Distillery. Copper stills sparkle in the ultra-cozy, beautifully designed space, which produces vodka and gin. www.o4d. com. 487 Edgewood Ave.SE, Old Fourth Ward, 844.653.3687. Map3/J7
ATLANTA BALLET— Led by Artistic Director Gennadi
RED BRICK BREWING— Formerly known as the Atlan-
Nedvigin, the Atlanta Ballet was founded over eight decades ago. Expect eclectic performances, including traditional classics and boldly modern pieces. www.atlantaballet.com. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy., 404.873.5811. Map1/C5
ta Brewing Company, this is the longest-operating craft brewery in Georgia. Don’t miss the seasonal brew which gives all proceeds towards research and conservation efforts at the Georgia Aquarium. www.redbrickbrewing.com. 2323 Defoor Hills Road NW, Westside, 404.355.5558. Map1/C6
Breweries & Distilleries AMERICAN SPIRIT WHISKEY—Atlanta’s only whiskey
and brandy distillery uses Scottish-style twin copper pot stills to craft bourbon, rye and malt whiskies. www.aswdistillery.com. 199 Armour Drive NE, Buckhead, 404.590.2279. Map1/C6 MONDAY NIGHT BREWING—The idea for this
brewery grew out of a Bible study group that started brewing beer together. Now, it’s one of Atlanta’s most popular breweries. In 2017, Monday Night opened The Garage, a barrel-aging and souring facility with a taproom, in the West
SWEETWATER BREWING COMPANY— This brewery
was founded by college roommates Freddy Bensch and Kevin McNerney in 1997. Today, it’s one of largest craft breweries in the country. Specializing in West Coast-style beers, Sweetwater’s awardwinning lineup includes SweetWater 420, IPA, Goin’ Coastal, Blue, Hop Hash and Georgia Brown, plus specialty and seasonal beers throughout the year. www.sweetwaterbrew.com. 195 Ottley Drive NE, 404.691.2537. Map1/D7 URBAN TREE CIDERY—This family owned and oper-
ated cidery is Atlanta’s first. All ciders are made on-site, and tours offered at select times during
tasting room hours. www.urbantreecidery. com. 1465 Howell Mill Road NW, Westside, 404.855.5546. Map1/C7
Cocktail Lounges PAPER CRANE LOUNGE—The upstairs cocktail
lounge to the award-winning restaurant Staplehouse. Last call is at close. www.instagram.com/ papercranelounge. 541 Edgewood Ave. SE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.524.5005. Map3/J8 THE S.O.S. TIKI BAR—Walk through Victory Sandwich
Bar and through an inconspicuous door to access this small tiki temple. www.vicsandwich.com/sos. 340 Church St., Decatur, 404.377.9308. $$ Map1/D7 TICONDEROGA CLUB—You’ll feel like the captain of
your own ship at this themed cocktail bar. Some of the city’s best bartenders are at its helm, so you know the bar delivers. A varied food menu serves up delicious bites. www.ticonderogaclub.com. Krog Street Market, 99 Krog St. NE, 404.458.4534. Map1/D7
Comedy & Improv DAD’S GARAGE THEATRE COMPANY— The improv
company recently moved into a new home in the Old Fourth Ward (a former church), where it serves up its hilarious improv and scripted shows. www. dadsgarage.com. 569 Ezzard St. SE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.523.3141. Map1/D7
SHAKESPEARE ON TAP Local actors perform “deliberately casual” Shakespeare plays in breweries around town. Find them on Instagram @shakespeareondraught for details. 24 W H E R E AT L A N TA I AU G U S T 2018
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THE LAUGHING SKULL LOUNGE— This 74-seat
venue is tucked in the back of the Vortex Bar & Grill in Midtown, and considered the city’s go-to comedy club. www.laughingskulllounge.com. 878 Peachtree St. NE, Midtown, 877.523.3288. Map3/D5
Live Music Venues BUCKHEAD THEATRE— Originally opened in 1931,
the historic Atlanta building hosts concerts, sporting events and more. www.thebuckheadtheatre.com. 3110 Roswell Rd. NE, Buckhead, 404.843.2825. Map2/C7 THE CELLAIRIS AMPHITHEATRE AT LAKEWOOD—
The large, 19,000-seat outdoor amphitheater south of the city presents major national acts. www.livenation.com. 2002 Lakewood Ave. SE, 877.686.5366. Map1/C8 CENTER STAGE ATLANTA— Comprised of
three different stages, this venue offers all kinds of shows. Guests can sit back at Center Stage Theater, dance at The Loft or drink and mingle at Vinyl. www.centerstage-atlanta. com. 1374 West Peachtree St. NW, Midtown, 404.885.1365. Map3/A5 CHASTAIN PARK AMPHITHEATRE— This amphithe-
atre is one of the city’s most popular thanks to its phenomenal acoustics (it’s carved into a hill) and outside food allowances for most concerts. www.classicchastain.com. 4469 Stella Drive NW, Buckhead, 404.233.2227. Map2/A2 CITY WINERY—This fully functioning winery hosts
intimate concerts, food & wine classes, private events and fine dining—bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a large city. www.citywinery.com/atlanta. 650 North Ave., 404.946.3791. Map2/E5 THE COCA-COLA ROXY— Named for the former
Buckhead institution, this 3,600-person venue opened in 2016 at The Battery Atlanta. www. cocacolaroxy.com. 800 Battery Ave. SE, Suite 500, Cumberland, 470.351.3866. Map1/C5 EDDIE’S ATTIC— This second-level hideaway is
where artists like Jennifer Nettles and John Mayer gained their first tastes of stardom. It continues to be the club for serious audiophiles to discover new talent on Monday open mic nights or catch their favorite touring musicians. www.eddiesattic.com. 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur, 404.377.4976. Map1/D7 NORTHSIDE TAVERN— This blues joint showcases
live talent every day. Cover charge on weekends. www.northsidetavern.com. 1058 Howell Mill Road NW, Westside, 404.874.8745. Map1/C7 SMITH’S OLDE BAR— There aren’t many genres you
won’t find at this gritty, two-story bar that knows how to gather a crowd. Smith’s offers features a diverse performance schedule in three rooms— the general-purpose Bar Room, large and lively Music Room and intimate Atlanta Room. www. smithsoldebar.com. 1578 Piedmont Ave. NE, Midtown, 404.875.1522. Map1/D6 TERMINAL WEST— Housed within the King Plow
Arts Center, Terminal West once was an iron smelting roomk and has been transformed into a music venue with modern production while maintaining original factory aesthetics. A bar and restaurant, Stationside, is adjacent to the venue. www.terminalwestatl.com. 887 West Marietta St. NW, Studio C, 404.876.5566. Map3/C1
THE DRUNKEN UNICORN— Showcasing indie bands
of from near and far, this venue is always packed with locals. A full bar is located in the back of the venue. www.thedrunkenunicorn.net. 736 Ponce De Leon Place NE, Midtown, 404.870.0575. Map1/D7 THE EARL— Guests can peruse the extensive menu
in the front room or dance to bands playing in the back at this East Atlanta restaurant and lounge. www.badearl.com. 488 Flat Shoals Ave., East Atlanta, 404.522.3950. Map1/D8 THE MASQUERADE— Located in the heart of down-
town Atlanta, this venue hosts local, regional, national and international artists covering genres from metal to EDM to indie rock. Three levels— named Hell, Purgatory and Heaven—offer three stages. www.masqueradeatlanta.com. 50 Lower Alabama St., 404.577.8178. Map3/J4 THE TABERNACLE— Located in a former Baptist
church, this is one of the best spots to see live music in the city. www.tabernacleatl.com. 152 Luckie St., Downtown, 404.659.9022. Map3/I4 VARIETY PLAYHOUSE— This is one of the city’s
most popular stops for big-name, touring artists. The venue’s size allows for major acts to perform more intimate shows. www.variety-playhouse. com. 1099 Euclid Ave., Little Five Points, 404.524.7354. Map1/D7 VENKMAN’S—This former soda-bottling plant is
now a stellar performance venue and comfortfood restaurant. Live music spills from the stage nightly as chef-driven food and killer cocktails flood the menu. www.venkmans.com. 740 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 470.225.6162. $$ Map1/D7 VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE AT ENCORE PARK— This 12,000-seat outdoor amphithe-
atre is located in the northern ’burbs. www. vzwamp.com. 2200 Encore Pkwy., Alpharetta, 404.733.5397. Map1/D3
Night Clubs JOHNNY’S HIDEAWAY— This “nightclub for big
kids” is known for its disco and top 40 dance music, dark lighting and open dance floor. Open nightly. www.johnnyshideaway.com. 3771 Roswell Rd., Buckhead, 404.233.8026. Map2/C4 MARY’S—This is one of the most popular bars in
Atlanta thanks to its no-holds-barred dedication to fun. The gay scene is popping, but you’ll find a diverse mix of people breaking it down to great music.1287 Glenwood Ave. SE, East Atlanta, 404.624.4411. Map1/D7 THE SOUND TABLE— On ever-popular Edgewood
Avenue, The Sound Table stands out with crèmede-la-crème DJs and an exceptional dinner menu. Check website for weekly happenings and special events. www.thesoundtable.com. 483 Edgewood Ave. SE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.835.2534. Map1/D7 TONGUE AND GROOVE— This Latin-influenced
club is a great place to dance. www.tandgonline. com. 2420 Piedmont Road Atlanta, GA 30324, 404.261.2325. Map1/C9
Recreation & Gaming Bars MIDTOWN BOWL— This has been the bowling
spot for Atlantans since 1960. It caters to parties, families, single bowlers and leagues who are looking for good ol’ fashioned bowling fun. A full service bar is also available for patrons. www.
midtownbowl.com. 1940 Piedmont Circle, NE, 404.874.5703. Map1/D6 THE PAINTED DUCK— From the team behind The
Painted Pin in Miami Circle, The Painted Duck is the place to be in West Midtown for duckpin bowling, savory bites and socializing in a mod space. Lanes are first come, first served, and valet parking is available. www.thepaintedduckatl.com. 976 Brady Ave NW, Westside, 404.352.0048. Map3/D1 PUNCH BOWL SOCIAL— Come for the bocce
court, private karaoke rooms, eight bowling lanes, two outdoor ping pong tables, Bonzini and 360-degree bar. Stay for acclaimed chef Hugh Acheson’s menu. www.punchbowlsocial. com. 875 Battery Ave., Suite 720, Cumberland, 470.443.1443. Map1/C5 REVERY VR BAR—This creative concept stakes its
claim as the nation’s first full bar to pair virtual reality (VR) technology and top-notch cocktails with cool sophistication. Experts and novices alike are welcome. Ages 21 and up only. www.reveryvrbar.com. 728 Monroe Dr., Suite C, Midtown, 470.639.8448. Map1/D7 SKYLINE PARK— Come one, come all to the Roof of
Ponce City Market. As if the skyline views alone weren’t tough to beat, a miniature amusement park a la Coney Island offers fun for all ages. www. skylineparkatlanta.com. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Old Fourth Ward, 770.999.1530. Map1/D7 SISTER LOUISA’S CHURCH OF THE LIVING ROOM & PING-PONG EMPORIUM—This outrageous bar
isn’t for everyone—you’ll find owner Grant Henry’s (alter ego Sister Louisa) bold artwork crowding the walls and random items hanging from the ceiling. This jampacked stop features a ping-pong table upstairs and an open-air patio out back. www. sisterlouisaschurch.com. 466 Edgewood Ave. SE, Old Fourth Ward, 404.522.8275. Map1/D7
Theatre ALLIANCE THEATRE—The leading producing
theatre in the Southeast, the Alliance Theatre is dedicated to putting world-class work on stage and celebrating the powerful experience of shared theater for diverse people. www.alliancetheatre.org. 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Midtown, 404.733.5000. Map3/B5 FOX THEATRE— This 1929 theater is a lavish
showplace of Moorish-Egyptian style. Visit website for schedule and ticket prices. www. foxtheatre.org. 660 Peachtree St., Midtown, 404.881.2100. Map3/F5 HORIZON THEATRE— Known for its talented en-
semble actors, Horizon produces new works that run the gamut from musical comedies to dramas. www.horizontheatre.com. 1083 Austin Ave., Little Five Points, 404.584.7450. Map1/D7 THE NEW AMERICAN SHAKESPEARE TAVERN—This
group performs the Bard’s plays and other classics in a building inspired by the Globe Theatre. Each show features Elizabethan costumes and live music played on period instruments. www. shakespearetavern.com. 499 Peachtree St. NE, Downtown, 404.874.5299. Map3/G5 TRUE COLORS THEATRE—Tony Award-winning
director Kenny Leon’s theater company explores the rich canon of African-American theater while also boldly interpreting global works. www.truecolorstheatre.org. Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road SW, 877.725.8849. Map1/B8 w w w.wh e re t rave le r. com 25
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Atlanta Your Way
Date Night
Beer Nerds
Healthful
You could call it the cherry on top of Ponce City Market, but it's better. Named for Dinner Bell R.F.D. (Radio Farmer’s Democracy) that was originally broadcasted from the landmark's tower in the 1920s, the historic space has been revived as (1) RFD Social, a three-story venue that includes a speakeasy-like bar dubbed The Parlour that is bound to be part of many romantic itineraries. Midtown's (2) Atlanta Botanical Garden is another quintessiental Atlanta date-night destination during Cocktails in the Garden, held every Thursday from 5:309:30 pm. Enjoy live music and a cash bar while exploring the "Imaginary Worlds" lit up during this after-hours social. Arguably better that a bouquet of roses, (3) Amorino at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta creates sweet gelato-shaped renditions in delicious, gourmet flavors.
All aboard! (1) Atlanta Beer Bus allows you to curate your own brewery tour. Purchase a wristband for all-day access to hop on or hop off at your leisure. These party buses make the rounds to a cidery, distillery, and of course, some of the city's favorite breweries. The buses operate select weekend hours. This one is for Atlanta United fans: Decatur's (2) Three Taverns Brewery is now pouring "Rowdy and Proud," a beer inspired by Atlanta’s professional soccer team and Resurgence, a prominents supporters group of the team, who created the popular chant heard at games. For some of the most creative brews in metro Atlanta, head to (3) Hopstix in Chamblee. The long list of house taps rotates regularly and includes collaborations with other local breweries, such as Twain's and Banyan Roots.
Whether almond milk is all you drink or you've never branched out before, Atlanta's own (1) Treehouse Milk may be worth a try. Crafted from a handful of pure, simple and wholesome ingredients, these nutrient-rich nut milks are hand-pressed and made simply in small batches. Their full selection of fresh nut milks are available for online ordering and nationwide delivery. Looking to break a sweat outside? With the same artful appeal but less crowded than its Eastside counterpart, the Atlanta BeltLine's newer (2) Westside Trail is a good option for distance runners or urban explorers seeking unique scenery. Named for Mother Earth, the beloved local beauty brand (3) Mama Bath + Body uses natural ingredients. Shop online or their brick-and-mortars in Avondale Estates and Krog Street Market.
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(TOP TO BOTTOM, LEFT TO RIGHT) COURTESY AMANDA GREENE; ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN; THE SHOPS BUCKHEAD ATLANTA; MIA YAKEL; JAMIE LAMOR THOMPSON/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM; HOPSTIX; TREEHOUSE MILK; JOHN BECKER/ATLANTA BELTLINE PARTNERSHIP; KATHRYN MCCRARY
UNIQUE TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS, FIT TO MATCH YOUR PERSONAL STYLE. FIND THE CITY CURATED FOR YOU AT WHERETRAVELER.COM/ATLANTA.