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POST MERIDIEM SPIRIT COMPANY AWARDED BEST IN CLASS FOR INTO THE NIGHT ESPRESSO MARTINI AT SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/6/22

New Canned Cocktail Wins in Classic RTD Cocktail Category, Over 110 Entrants
 
Atlanta’s Hometown Cocktail Company Espresso Martini Available for Pre-Order Now
Post Meridiem Spirit Co., a brand founded on the principles of authenticity, transparency, and uncompromising quality, has yet again proven they hold the recipe for success. Post Meridiem is excited to announce that after winning a Double Gold for their Into the Night Espresso Martini, the cocktail has been awarded Best in Class for the Classic RTD Cocktail category at the San Francisco World Spirit Competition, the most prestigious competition in the industry.
Surpassing over 110 other entrants, Post Meridiem’s Espresso Martini found itself up against one other finalist in the category- its own Double Old Fashioned, before taking home the spirit industry’s most prestigious accolade. The ‘coffeehouse meets cocktail bar’ beverage is made with a blend of vodka, coffee liqueur, and 100% Arabica cold brew coffee- with naturally occurring caffeine for a rich, creamy, balanced, and delicious drink that is at once energizing and intoxicating. Like each of their cocktails, this on-trend addition to the Post Meridiem cocktail line is produced exclusively in Atlanta with 100% real ingredients at the correct proportions.
“Our Espresso Martini was a challenging cocktail to develop – it took two years to get it right,” says Post Meridiem Spirit Company co-founder Andrew Rodbell. “It’s not often you are recognized as the world’s best at anything. It’s amazing and humbling validation that real ingredients do taste better, and our no-compromise approach is what sets us apart.”
Post Meridiem, Atlanta’s Hometown Cocktail Company, will be accepting pre-orders of their Espresso Martini beginning the week of June 27th through its website, www.postmeridiemspirits.com, with expectations of delivery in the second half of July. The brand will also be available out of the lobby of their production facility in Atlanta, GA, before widespread distribution in late July alongside their already available award-winning canned cocktails, including The Real Lime Juice Margarita, The Double Old Fashioned, The Modern Classic Cosmopolitan, The London Dry Southside, The Lemongrass Vodka Gimlet, The 1944 Mai Tai, and The No. Four Daiquiri. The full lineup is also available for direct-to-consumer shipping to 28 states via the brand’s website. Post Meridiem Spirit Company is located at 1209 Logan Circle NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit postmeridiemspirits.com.

PIEDMONT PARK ARTS FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS AUGUST 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/6/22

 
Featuring an Expansive Artist Market, Live Music, Children’s Area, Food Trucks and More 
 
Free to Attend on Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21, 2022
Recognized as one of the best outdoor festivals in Atlanta, the Piedmont Park Arts Festival returns to the heart of Midtown on Saturday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and held in picturesque Piedmont Park, the festival will feature approximately 250 artists including painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalworkers, glass blowers, jewelers, and crafters. Festival enthusiasts are also invited to enjoy live acoustic music, a children’s play area, and a variety of festival food and drinks for all tastes. Free to attend, the event is open to all ages and dogs are welcome. For more information, visit piedmontparkartsfestival.com or www.affps.com.

HEYDAY SKINCARE TO LAUNCH FIRST ATLANTA LOCATION THIS SUMMER

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/1/22

New York-Based Brand to Introduce Consumer-Focused Skincare Services in Georgia Next Month 

Heyday, the groundbreaking skincare brand re-shaping the wellness industry, is bringing its innovation to Atlanta. With a team of certified skincare experts, progressive products, and customized facial experiences, Heyday provides fully customizable 50-min facials that are personalized to each client with the option to add enhancements. Heyday will make its Atlanta debut in the Dunwoody neighborhood, at 123 Perimeter Center W., Suite 300, Dunwoody, GA 30346, later in July. The 1,894-square-foot Dunwoody location is the first franchise from Atlanta-based private equity group, Level 5 Capital Partners, to open in the Atlanta market.

“We’re thrilled to launch in the Atlanta market with our Dunwoody shop opening this summer,” said Patrick Ryan-Southern, CEO of L5 Skincare, the Heyday franchising entity of Atlanta-based Level 5 Capital Partners. “Consumers are focused on self-care and wellness now more than ever before, and with that comes the need to help them break through the noise and choose what’s best for their individual needs. Heyday aids consumers in doing exactly that by providing them with product recommendations and facials formulated to address their individual needs from real experts in the skincare field, either by appointment or a monthly membership model.”

A pre-opening sale is now live for Heyday Dunwoody. Facial enthusiasts are invited to pre-order their first-time facial HERE for $65 (normally $130 – 50% off). Heyday Dunwoody’s full-time offerings include facials (after first-time visit, $130), Membership ($99/month which includes a monthly facial, 50% off enhancements and 20% off all products at sign-up / 15% off anytime), and enhancements (50% off for members and include Gua Sha, Microdermabrasion, LED Light Therapy Professional Peels and a Lip Boost).

Founded in 2015 with its first location in New York City, Heyday quickly gained traction among consumers and the wellness industry by meeting the need for personalization by the modern-day customer. Heyday provides customized, conversational facial treatments that are formulated individually for each customer by a licensed esthetician. Both online and in-shop, customers receive personalized product recommendations to meet their unique skincare goals and needs. Heyday combines its seamless, digital-first booking experience with a sleek and gender-neutral design, to empower customers to learn from skincare experts and elevate their personal wellness from inside out.

Heyday currently has 11 locations across New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Bethesda. Atlanta is the latest city to welcome the brand, which has a series of openings underway in markets across the country and plans to open over 300 shops by 2026.

Tune in on Heyday’s Instagram (@heydayskincare) and website (www.heydayskincare.com) for other Grand Opening festivities coming in late July.

THE BATTERY ATLANTA KICKS OFF JULY WITH SENSATIONAL SUMMER FESTIVITIES

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/1/22

Lineup includes free yoga classes, tennis lessons, Mimosa Fest and concerts!

The Battery Atlanta invites Atlantans and visitors to continue summer festivities throughout the month of July. Guests can expect a lineup of events including   outdoor yoga classes, Farmers Markets, kids’ tennis lessons, live performances and more. Visitors craving a taste of summer can dine alfresco on patios, sip refreshing libations at a Mimosa Festival, and cool off with classic summer treats from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and River Street Sweets Savannah’s Candy Kitchen. The Battery Atlanta has planned lively activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy!

Outdoor Activities:
Wellness Series: Yoga by Kaiser Permanente
Mondays (excluding home gamedays), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Guests are encouraged to start the week off stress-free at an outdoor yoga class presented by Kaiser Permanente. As part of the Wellness Series at The Battery Atlanta, this free event encourages guests of all ages to release tension and relax on the Plaza Green. Participants are required to bring a mat and encouraged to bring water. Guests can register here.

Farmers Market
Sunday, July 3, 1-4 p.m. & Sunday, July 17, 1-4 p.m.
Visitors can shop organic must-haves at The Battery Atlanta Farmers Market! A variety of local vendors will be in attendance selling wellness products, prepared foods, artisanal bread and more on the Plaza Green – there’s even a petting zoo.

WELLSTAR Family Series at The Battery Atlanta on The Plaza Green:
Guests can join for fun, free programming throughout the month on the Plaza Green.
Tuesday, July 12, 9:30-11:30 a.m. & Tuesday, July 19, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
USTA’s Tennis on the Turf will be onsite with three mini tennis nets for free play, tennis lessons and games, led by two professional tennis instructors. This activity is recommended for ages 4-10, and children will be further divided by age groups. Parents are not required but encouraged to play too!  Registration details can be found here.

Wednesday, July 13, 9-10 a.m. & Wednesday, July 27, 10-11 a.m.
Small Bites Adventure Club in partnership with Wellstar Pediatrics leads children and their favorite grown up on a hands-on class to explore fruits and veggies and create made-from-scratch Summer Salsa Fresca! Kids will leave with a sticker and recipe card so they can recreate it at home. Registration details can be found here.

Wednesday, July 20, 10-11 a.m.
Wellstar Health System invites kids to bring their sick or injured Teddy Bear or other plush friend to the Teddy Bear Clinic. The plush patients will receive a healthcare check-up, X-ray, bandages and instructions on how to stay healthy. The Teddy Bear clinic promotes healthy habits while allowing children the opportunity to become familiar with what it’s like to visit a healthcare professional in a fun and developmentally appropriate setting. Other fun interactive stations will be offered as well to include fitness, coloring and a special guest appearance by Dr. WellBee. Details can be found here.

Tuesday, July 26, 10-11 a.m.
Blooper will be on the Green for Blooper’s Coloring Hour!  As the official mascot for the Atlanta Braves, Blooper is excited to share his coloring book with the littlest Braves fans. Registration details can be found here.

Select Restaurant Promotions:
Mimosa Fest at Live! at The Battery Atlanta
Sunday, July 17 at 11 a.m.
Live! at The Battery Atlanta is celebrating everyone’s favorite morning beverage, the mimosa with its first ever Mimosa Festival comprised of specialty mimosas, live music, delicious brunch bites, games and more. Guests may purchase general or VIP admission tickets and learn more information about this event here.

National Wine and Cheese Day at Cru Food & Wine Bar
Monday, July 25
Visitors can celebrate National Wine and Cheese Day at Cru Food & Wine Bar and receive a free Artisan Cheese Flight with a purchase of a bottle of wine.

Terrapin Twilight Tour
Tuesday, July 26 at 7 p.m.
Guests will sip a Terrapin beer while getting an up-close look at one of baseball’s newest ballparks on a guided tour of Truist Park at sunset. Tours will begin at the Terrapin Brew Lab where attendees will learn more about Atlanta’s favorite beer from a Terrapin staff member! Ticket package includes Terrapin Atlanta Brewery & Taproom talk and tour; guided tour of Truist Park; Two Terrapin 16 oz beers; Souvenir commemorative Terrapin beer glass; 10% off food and drink at the Terrapin Brewery and Taproom on day of event. Tickets can be purchased at mlb.com/braves/ballpark/tours/twilight.

Park Bench Postgame Events
Park Bench invites you to keep your night rockin’ & rollin’ with live music following each Braves game – showtimes are at 10 p.m. (or immediately following the conclusion of game)

  • Monday, July 4: Patriotic DJ Show 
  • Tuesday, July 5: Nick Bryant One-Man Band   
  • Wednesday, July 6: Dueling Pianos Show!
  • Thursday, July 7: Lawson & Fletcher
  • Tuesday, July 12: Nick Bryant One-Man Band
  • Friday, July 22: 90 Proof

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:
The Battery Atlanta’s iconic concert venue is gearing up for a diverse collection of live performances! This month, Coca-Cola Roxy brings a wide range of music to the stage for guests to discover. All venue information can be found here.

  • Celeste Barber: Fine, Thanks.
    Sunday, July 10, 2022 at 7 p.m.
  • Sad Summer Festival 2022 – Presented By Journeys
    Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 2:30 p.m.
  • Coheed and Cambria “A Window of the Waking Mind Tour”
    Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
  • CHVRCHES
    Friday, July 29, 2022 at 8 p.m.
  • Fleet Foxes: Shore Tour
    Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 8 p.m.

An up-to-date list of restaurant and retailer happenings is available on the website. Details and hours of operation are subject to change.

Lost Art Music Festival, Foxhall Resort 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/27/22

Turning into Fox Hall Resort, carefully manicured, lush, green grass spreads out before you as the brown picked fence rolls by the car window. The sweeping Fox Hall Resort was the beautiful backdrop for this year’s Lost Art Music Festival. The festival sits on one of the many green spaces, just steps from the VIP cabin, and just down the road from the main club house with amenities like a bar, restaurant, and infinity pool that looks like it is falling into the lake behind it. Back down the road, Lost Art Music Festival’s sounds fill the air with warmth, Americana, folk, big band, rock, 90s sound, country, and everything in between. Grab a shady spot, comfy chair, and stay awhile.

The first thing we got into was The Lone Bellow BBQ and Wild Heaven Beer Pairing Inner Circle Artist Experience. This is what makes Lost Art Music Festival truly special are the up-close and personal experiences you can get with your favorite bands and brands. This one paired three Wild Heaven Beers with BBQ from Chef Mike Lasage (of Drunk & Lucky Social Club). The pairings were Euro-Style Pilsner paired with the Fresh, Herb Salad, Garden Beer Season 9 Saison paired with charred corn, and Kersenrood Barrel-aged Flanders Red Ale with Ki Ten Dang Thai Style BBQ’D Chicken Drums. They were all great, the Pilsner is dry and goes with the lemongrass in the salad, the charred corn’s earthiness goes with the mellow Saison, while the vinegary, tart Kersenrood paired with the spicy, savory of the sauce on the chicken. The chicken itself was tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked, phenomenal! The Kersenrood is a new beer by Wild Heaven not yet available in the tap room, so that was a treat. Even though it said “red ale” it drank more like a funky sour with tons of balsamic vinegar on the back of the throat. Worth mentioning is the best quote from the pairing, “Saison is the duct tape of the beer world,” Mike Lasage.

Then, The Lone Bellow came in casually and played a few songs like Georgia Wheel. They are a band out of Nashville with roots from Georgia, Zach Williams is from Acworth, Brian Elmquist is from Sanderson, GA and Kanene Pipkin is from Virginia. Their sound is truly Americana with hints of country and rock, but this was an acoustic set with heart. At the end, they stuck around to chat with experience goers, take pictures, and answer questions. They are some of the nicest, down-to-earth people!

Lost Art Music Festival also has a stellar VIP experience! We beat the heat with an air-conditioned cabin full of tables to relax and came with three drinks to enjoy during the festival. They also had indoor, air-conditioned bathrooms which were much needed on the hot day. Outside, they had a beautiful, covered porch with rocking chairs, great for sitting in the shade and listening to the music below. On the side, the cabin had a large stone deck with tables and a fireplace. Plus, down near the stage, they had a covered VIP area that was slightly raised and gave us a great view over the crowd.

We also enjoyed several acts on the main stage like Rayland Baxter, Southern Avenue, and of course our new friends, The Lone Bellow. First up was Southern Avenue, they were a large band with everything from an amazing guitar and drummer to fun singer! They were a mix of funk, jazz, rock, and all came together with all types of instruments to create a big band sound. We must give a shout out to the amazing drummer who impressed us with her skill!

Next up was The Lone Bellow. We witness their acoustic set in the artist experience but with the entire band that includes drums and plug-in acoustic guitar, they were a mix of country, rock, with lots of drum and guitar to round out the songs. All three main members of the band take turns singing and write their own music. Each of them had their own specific style and personality, which made it fun to watch. There’s something for everyone to like about them.

Finally, was Rayland Baxter. Dressed in a plain white t-shirt, he started out country, switched to rock, and back and forth. Something that we really liked about Rayland Baxter and his band was the 90s grungy reverb on some of the songs. We’re big early 90’s rock fans and enjoyed every minute of it.

As the sun went behind the trees, the stage fell into the shadow. The lights coming from the stage could be seen brighter and swirled around the ground on the people standing up front. A coolness came over the green. That’s it for this year’s Lost Art. See you next year!

4TH OF JULY ROUND UP 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/26/22

Specials, events, and more!

Celebrate America’s Birthday With Brunch on the BeltLine at TWO urban licks: 
It’s time to don the red, white, and blue on Monday, July 4th! Brunch lovers can get an early start to their Independence Day festivities at TWO urban licks.  Conveniently located on the Atlanta BeltLine and with an expansive, dog-friendly patio, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Executive Chef Shane Wancio is cooking up his signature, fiery American cuisine.  Guests can sip on refreshing beverages in spirit of the holiday, including Strawberry Peach Tea, the Clermont Cooler, wine, beer and hard seltzers, while enjoying TWO’s classic favorites like the Salmon Chips, Fried Chicken Biscuit, TWO Burger, Chocolate Banana French Toast and much more. TWO urban licks will be closed for dinner. TWO urban licks is located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit  twourbanlicks.com.
Have an Un-fore-gettable Time at Puttshack this Fourth of July
Tee-time awaits! Let freedom, and golf balls, ring this Fourth of July at Puttshack! Adding some competitive fun for all ages on staycation or vacation with upscale tech-infused mini golf. Guests that play one round on Monday, July 4th will get the next round for 50% off until 4 p.m. After working up an appetite on the arcade-themed holes, players are invited to indulge in Puttshack’s globally inspired food menu and toast to Independence Day with one of Puttshack’s handcrafted signature cocktails like the Peach Tea on Peachtree, Very Berry Mule and Frozen Watermelon Margarita. Puttshack also boasts an expansive mocktail, beer, and wine menu. Puttshack will be open on the Fourth of July from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Puttshack is located at 1115 Howell Mill Rd. Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit puttshack.com or call 404.738.7888.
Wild Heaven Beer Launches Sunday Brunch Fourth of July Weekend
Fireworks aren’t the only things getting lit this Fourth of July. Wild Heaven Beer s kicking off celebrations early, Sunday, June 3rd with the launch of their new Sunday brunch at the West End location. Beginning at 11 a.m., Wild Heaven invites revelers to be the first to indulge in tasty offerings including the House Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Avocado & Egg Taco, Waffle, Mushroom Bowl, Potato Hash, sides and more. On Monday, July 4th, both the West End and the Avondale taprooms will be open to properly honor the holiday with some of Atlanta’s best craft brews including two new beers created by Brewmaster Eric Johnson, the Piña Colada Sour and Belgian With Chai. Peachtree Road Race runners can bring their bib to either location and receive a free draft of choice. The Avondale location is opening its doors early at 1 p.m. and guests are invited to enjoy a cold beer with gourmet street foods from Chef Brian Wilson’s pop up at the brewery. The West End location will have to-go beer specials for those celebrating by the pool, on a boat, or anywhere else the festivities may be. Wild Heaven West End is located at 1010 White St SW, Atlanta GA 30310. Wild Heaven Avondale is located in the Avondale Estates at 135B Maple St., Decatur, GA 30030. Visit www.wildheavenbeer.com for more information.
Snap, Crackle, and Pop Open One of Post Meridiem’s RTD Cocktails This Fourth of July
Red, white, and booze! There is no better way to spend Fourth of July than sipping on one of Post Meridiem Spirit Co.’s award-winning canned cocktails featuring only real ingredients. Made in Atlanta and conveniently packaged in 100 ml cans, these ready-to-drink cocktails take up minimal cooler space, making them ideal for a day on the lake, a refreshing poolside pick-me-up, and gatherings with friends and family. Their current lineup includes The Real Lime Juice Margarita, The Double Old Fashioned, The 1944 Mai Tai, The Lemongrass Vodka Gimlet, and The No. Four Daiquiri along with two new offerings, The London Dry Southside and The Modern Classic Cosmopolitan. Head to Post Meridiem’s warehouse at 1209 Logan Cir NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, or a nearby liquor store to stock up for the Fourth of July! Visit https://postmeridiemspirits.com/find-our-cocktails/ to find Post Meridiem Cocktails in a store near you. For more information, visit www.postmeridiemspirits.com.
Celebrate the Stars and Stripes at Urban Pie
Urban Pie is celebrating the Fourth of July with a perfect patriotic pairing, their signature Kirkwood BBQ Chicken and a festive, specialty cocktail available Friday, July 1st through Monday, July 4th. Guests are invited to relax on the covered, dog-friendly patio and sip on the Red, White & Blue Margarita while noshing on the Kirkwood BBQ Chicken Pie. A local favorite, the thin-crusted pizza is loaded with grilled chicken, smoked gouda, red onion and of course plenty of Urban Pie’s classic BBQ sauce to bring that backyard barbecue feeling to each bite. Urban Pie’s full lunch and dinner, cocktail, beer and wine menus will also be available. Urban Pie located at 2012A Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30317.
Raise a Glass to Independence Day at Dantanna’s 
Head to Dantanna’s in the heart of Buckhead this Fourth of July and toast to freedom with the Bomb Pop Lemonade, a specialty red, white, and blue vodka-based cocktail that is tangy, subtly sweet and refreshing. Guests can also nosh on Dantanna’s Independence Day food special featuring a mouthwatering combo of classic American favorites, a hot dog, hamburger slider, and chicken slider. Dantanna’s full menu and expansive list of beers, wines and cocktails will also be available. Dantanna’s dining room and expansive, dog-friendly patio will be open for dining on the Fourth of July from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call 404.760.8873. Dantanna’s is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326.

Sat., July 2, 11am-Midnight – The Roof’s Annual Fourth of July Party

The Roof will be hosting their annual Fourth of July party, sponsored by Beam Suntory, from 11am-midnight on Saturday, July 2. There will be an array of entertainment, starting with a balloon artist and a magician from 11am-4pm, followed by music from DJ OP Diggy at 8pm and a spectacular private firework show at 9:30pm. Classic carnival style bites and a special cocktail menu, will also be available for purchase. Tickets include unlimited access to The Roof, boardwalk games and rides. The Roof will be 21+ after 5pm. All food and beverage will be sold separately. Tickets (available here) for 11pm-4pm will be $22 for ages 12 and under and $30 for adults. Tickets for 5pm and on will be $45 and 21+.

Jupiter Cafe: Pickup July 1-3, noon-6pm – Fourth of July Feasts To-Go

To celebrate Fourth of July weekend, Juniper Cafe will offer feasts to-go that feed 4-6 people for $90. Pre-orders can be placed on the restaurant’s website here, and meals will be available for pickup Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Fourth of July weekend (July 1-3) between noon and 6pm. The menu includes:

  • Eight-piece Bucket of Vietnamese Hot Fried Chicken

  • Caramelized Pork Banh Mi (4)

  • Jicama & Mint Slaw (1 quart)

  • Build-your-own Strawberry Shortcake

  • Homemade Juniper Cafe Natural Sodas (4)

Mon., July 4 – Celebrate the Fourth of July at H+H!

The community bar and restaurant welcomes those in town to gather and celebrate over drink specials, like a $5 LiberTea cocktail with bourbon, black tea, lemonade, basil & honey and $2 Budweiser American flag cans.

Carson Kitchen is open regular hours over the Fourth of July weekend. This Alpharetta staple features reimagined comfort food with a fine-dining twist to connect with family and friends. Main menu favorites include crispy chicken skins, bacon jam, cocoa-espresso New York strip and glazed donut bread pudding while weekend brunch highlights include the chicken and mac and cheese waffle with spiced Mornay sauce and garbage hash with short rib, pork belly, red wine demi and sunny egg.  Reservations can be made via Resy.

The Halcyon location of HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern gets the festivities going with a Fourth of July party from 3-10 p.m., featuring live bands, a patio bar with lots of beers and whiskeys and a cornhole area. This event is rain or shine. RSVP online for free entry. All other HOBNOB locations—Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Atlantic Station— will be open regular hours on July 4.

Johnny’s Hideaway, Atlanta’s nightclub for big kids, is open late on Sunday, July 3. The iconic Atlanta nightclub will host trivia on Monday, July 4 starting at 7:30 p.m.

Marlow’s Tavern features its Red, White and Blue burger topped with bleu cheese, caramelized onions and red peppers on a toasted sesame bun and served with Freedom fries. The special burger is only available on Monday, July 4. Marlow’s Tavern Insiders can receive a complimentary Red, White and Blue burger with the purchase of an additional entrée when they dine-in or pick-up at their favorite tavern on Independence Day.

For steak lovers, Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails is featuring half-priced filets on July 4.

Sankranti will be open with regular hours over the Fourth of July weekend. The welcoming, fast casual restaurant offers the varied flavors of India with exciting menu items such as exotic mango chicken, dal panchratna (a tantalizing concoction of lentils, chilis and spices), paratha (Indian flatbread) and homemade mango lassis and signature rose milk. The restaurant also offers convenient online ordering for pickup.

Taco Mac is the perfect spot for celebrating over the Fourth of July weekend. The beloved sports bar offers an exceptional selection of beers on tap and award-winning chicken wings and has a television at every angle for watching weekend baseball games and Wimbledon. Pickup is available to order online.

Jim N’ Nicks 

Jim ‘N Nick’s will be open for dine-in, take out and curbside pickup on the holiday. Additionally, families can beat the heat and avoid standing by the grill by taking advantage of the restaurant’s convenient catering options.
 
Jim ‘N Nick’s offers a protein option with plenty of sides to choose from. It’s the perfect place to help families celebrate the 4th of July. Check out the link above for your location!

ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY ANNOUNCES REVS & RIFFS NASCAR WEEKEND MUSIC FESTIVAL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/22/22

JULY 8-10, 2022
 
New Weekend-Long Festival Features Flo Rida, Candlebox, Blackberry Smoke, and More in Conjunction with the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart
 
Atlanta Motor Speedway’s Summer NASCAR Weekend to Include NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series Races

 

Fans craving for some entertainment to compliment the thunder of a NASCAR engine will be in luck this summer as Atlanta Motor Speedway announces the inaugural Revs & Riffs NASCAR Weekend Music Festival, July 8 – 10. The weekend-long music festival will run in conjunction with the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart NASCAR weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway, featuring performances across a variety of musical genres paired with the on-track action designed to fuel fan’s need for speed. The first-time festival will feature GRAMMY-nominated rapper Flo Rida, alternative music stalwarts Candlebox, Atlanta-based rock act Blackberry Smoke, and more.
Flo Rida, known for chart-topping hits like “My House,” “Whistle,” and “Low,” will be Revs & Riffs NASCAR Weekend Music Festival headliner, performing the pre-race concert on Sunday, July 10. Fans with pre-race pit passes will get stage-front access to Flo Rida’s concert and driver introductions before the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart. In addition, multi-Platinum rockers Candlebox, known for chart-topping hits like “Far Behind” and “You,” will perform a pre-race concert on Atlanta Motor Speedway’s front stretch on Saturday, July 9, ahead of the Alsco Uniforms 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race. All grandstand ticketholders will have pre-race stage access for the concert and Xfinity Series driver introductions on a first-come, first-served basis. Finally, after the race in the Peach Pit on Saturday, July 9, hometown favorites Blackberry Smoke will keep things rocking in the free world. Additionally, a collection of genre-fluid musical acts will support the performances throughout the three-day festival.
“With all kinds of music to enjoy from rock to country off the track and two thrilling races on it, there’s never been a better time to experience NASCAR in Atlanta,” said AMS Executive Vice President and General Manager Brandon Hutchison.
The massive music festival will complement the slate of on-track action during Atlanta Motor Speedway’s summer NASCAR weekend. First, the rising stars of the NASCAR Xfinity Series hit the high banks on Saturday, July 9, for the Alsco Uniforms 250. Then on Sunday, July 10, NASCAR Cup Series stars like Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, and Kevin Harvick race for glory in the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart.
To get more information on Revs & Riffs NASCAR Weekend Music Festival or purchase tickets and camping accommodations to the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart NASCAR weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway July 8-10, visit AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com or call 877-9-AMS-TIX. Stay connected on Twitter at @AMSupdates, Instagram at @AtlantaMotorSpeedway, and Facebook at www.facebook.com/ATLMotorSpeedway.

Candler Park Music Festival 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/9/22

The faint sound of music in the distance moves through the air and beats in harmony with the swaying trees. You’re mesmerized. Laughter can be heard as you near the gates as throngs of people weave in-and-out of the lines to get in to see where the sound is coming. On either side of you, artists have lined up with their clothing, artwork, wares, and even vinyl to woo you into buying before the show. That’s when you come into an open clearing where you finally come face-to-face with the sound, It’s Candler Park Music Festival.

As you bob through the crowd, children play on small blankets, while there’s an older gentleman nodding his head, and to his left a beautiful woman sways to-and-fro as the beats move her. The lights from the stage create strange patterns on the ground, a dance of blue, red, and green. In the VIP area, the audience crowds the sky deck to get a view of all the fun below or sit at round, white tables in the shade. But the photo pit is the sweet spot. Sandwiched between the artist and the fan, you see the electricity, the love, the desire for both to walk away with smiles on their faces after a good show. There’s nothing like it!

Candler Music Festival has been around a while, so the ease of getting in and enjoyment is high here. While we were there, we saw two great acts, Yonder Mountain String Band and the electric Grace Potter. These acts couldn’t be more different. Yonder Mountain String Band is a country and bluegrass band that remained mostly acoustic with fiddles, bass, acoustic guitars, banjos, that harmonize so well together. They take turns singing and each member brings their own style and flair to the band.

Then there is Grace Potter. Someone we’ve never seen but heard of in the past, and we were blown away by her energy, her pizzazz for her music, and electricity around her. You could tell she loved it all! One part rock, other pop with some country mixed in, this singer songwriter has a little bit for everyone. She plays the piano, the guitar, and even if you don’t think you’ll enjoy her music or her genre, the show itself is worth the ticket. It’s high energy, fun, and keeps you dancing the entire night. We’d love to see her again just to see what she does next.

Whether you’re into rock, country, jam, Candler Park Music Festival has it all. Browse the artist market, check out the food and drink vendors, buy some vinyl or a t-shirt, hang out on the lawn, try a Scofflaw, or if you’re VIP make sure to take a trip up to the Skydeck! See you next year!

GERMAN BIERFEST 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/8/22

German Bierfest is BACK for its 19th year!

Link to tickets here.

Join us on Saturday, August 20th for the next edition of German Bierfest at Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark in the City of Atlanta. From 1:00pm – 6:00pm enjoy complimentary German Bier and Wine tastings (over 50 varieties), authentic music performances, and fun bier themed activations.

Atlanta area German restaurants and food vendors will serve up authentic cuisine such as bratwurst, döners, pretzels, sauerkraut, schnitzel, and more!

GA Tickets Include:

  • Souvenir German Bier Fest Tasting Glass

  • Complimentary German Bier and Wine Sampling (50+ varieties)

  • DJ and Music

  • Food Available for Purchase

VIP Ticket Packages available with MORE perks included!

  • 1 hour early admission (12:00pm)
  • Souvenir German Bier Fest Tasting Glass
  • Additional Limited Edition Souvenir Glass
  • Private Restrooms
  • Complimentary Catering
  • German Bierfest Souvenir Shirt
  • Specialty Access Biers
  • German Bier Tasting Sessions
  • Complimentary German Bier and Wine Tastings (50+ varieties)
  • DJ and Music

Tickets are $54 for GA and $110 for VIP.

WILDWOOD REVIVAL 2022

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/8/22

September 30 – October 2 at Cloverleaf Farm

The countdown to Wildwood Revival 2022 is on!  Wildwood’s unique combination of an idyllic southern countryside, amazing new music, local food vendors and artists, and a VIP-like experience for attendees make it one of the most unique music events of the year. 
 
Wildwood Revival 2022 is September 30 – October 2 at Cloverleaf Farm, about 12 miles southeast of Athens. This year’s lineup celebrates Athens’ storied music scene and includes:
 
Black Pumas
Jenny Lewis
The Wood Brothers
John Moreland
Suzanne Santo
Elizabeth Cook
The Heavy Heavy
Bones of J.R. Jones
Early James
Packway Handle Band
Zach Person
Leon III
J.P. Harris
 
 
“The 2022 lineup reflects our passion for live music and discovering new music,” said Libby Rose, Wildwood Festival co-founder. “From Americana to Rock n’ Roll, Soul to Bluegrass, Roots music to alternative Country, this slate of artists represents the diversity of the music scene in Athens and across Georgia.”
 
“At Wildwood, everything is about the experience!” Rose added. “From the stage nestled in a 100-year-old pecan grove to morning yoga and late night jam sessions around a campfire, Wildwood is for people who want to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city, connect with old friends and make new ones, and enjoy amazing music and artists. It’s a revival of the soul.”
 
Wildwood Revival also features food from local farmers and local vendors and an artisan market with vintage clothing, antiques, handmade crafts, printmakers and more. Sponsors reflect a select group that, like Wildwood Revival, seeks to deliver a top-quality experience, including YETI, Creature Comforts Brewing Company, Wild Basin Hard Seltzer, Four Roses Bourbon, Cathead Vodka, and In Blue Handmade.
 
 
“People who come to Wildwood experience all this plus amazing music and camaraderie,” said 
Rose. “We limit the number of tickets. Our goal is to do all we can to ensure every guest at Wildwood Revival feels like they are getting VIP treatment.”