Secret Crushes

so u know your girl is always on the grind for you :-) i love visiting new spots in the city and i had the great fortune to get an invitation from one of my favorite guy friends (hey Keith! :-)to check out one of the Hottest new spots in this magic city, The Museum Bar off Ralph Abernathy.

The Museum Bar has been getting much pub lately...they hosted Fantasia's listening party...the recent meet and greet with Tyler Perry's cast of his new show "For Better or Worse" premiering this month..and I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek at the local r&b sensation Fillipia's show on Thanksgiving nite!

Ahhhhh....The Museum Bar.i am crushing on you! :-) all u have to do is login to their website and u too will be instantly transported to the smooth, sexxy ambiance that this awe-inspiring space delivers...and the sheer versatility delighted my event planning mind....from the moment u step up the stairs to the canopy and walk thru the heavy plate glass door..i was truly impressed with the gorgeous bars on every level..the main open air kitchen and brunch space...the 3rd floor huge patio with skyline views..and the main attraction downstairs is a full venue space for concerts, parties..and a nightclub style dance floor and of course..it's own dedicated bar...

I had the great pleasure of speaking with one of the owners, Darrell Smith..he was such an interesting gentleman..and spoke of his inspiration for this bar to showcase his jaw dropping private collection of art work..and the desire to give the gorgeous people of atlanta a place to meet, greet, relax and kick back in a space inspired by the design aesthetic of the W hotel properties. And this starkly modern vibe in a 100 year old gothic church? genius!

Well Mr. Smith here's to u and the Museum Bar..ATLBROWNGIRL's new crush..and I hope soon to be yours too. Bon appetit!


The Museum Bar
181 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW
Atlanta GA
(404) 343-2086
http://www.atlantamuseumbar.com/

Special Feature: Harbour Bar and Fish House

OMG..I am in love! :-) This big ole juicy spot in downtown decatur has taken over the spot formerly occupied by the mexican spot Tesoro..and oh mama! Have they completely transformed the space..it is a totally delightful seafood experience..when u step thru the doors of this fish house u can literally hear Jimmy Buffett singing in your head and feel like u are in one of those fish spots in Key West..they have a full complement of fried fish baskets..chef entrees..sandwiches..salads and even a kiddie menu that even the most discriminating kid tatse bud would be pleased..and here's the kicker..the hushpuppies are delish! U see I'm a southern girl and if your hushpuppies are not on point..well it will wreck your whole dining experience..but trust ur girl..pretty much everything on the menu is a solid choice..when u stop by tell the Manager Linda that atlbrowngirl sent u in! And make sure when the weather breaks u check out their gorgeous wrap around porch. there are plans to even offer crab boils in the future...how can you resist a crab boil? :-0

As ur girl is always on the scene checking out the newest and hottest openings, they have just opened this week and are still fine-tuning the menu. A little birdie told me that they plan to offer some lunch specials in the near future..And if u are the oak grove neighborhood check out their sister restaraunt and another atlbrowngirl favorite..Napoleons..smooches!

129 Church Street
Decatur GA
Phone: 404-371-0088
http://harbourdecatur.com/

It's Football Baby!

so you know what we love in Atlanta on Sundays even more than a iced tea and a sunday soul food dinner? Football baby!! this is a decidely pigskin town and on game sundays all plans will point toward catching the game...be it college ball or our beloved Falcons.. between the hours of 6 pm and midnight if you are not home from tailgating and catching the game in the confines of a well appointed cave then u are out knocking a few beers with your homeboy or homegirls in one of the many really cool sports bars...i have been known to check out a few myself..and of course your girl always wants you to enjoy only the best..so here are my faves for your viewing pleasure..next time u decide to drop through tell the owners ATLBROWNGIRL told you stop by :-)WARNING...some sports bar still allow smoking inside..my faves below don't...

The Ultimate Bar and Grill
3515 Camp Creek Pkwy
Ste 70
Atlanta, GA 30344
(404) 349-2642
www.theultimatebarandgrill.com

Major League Sports Bar & Grill
2077 Northlake Pkwy
Tucker, GA 30084
(770) 939-5229

Barley's Sports Bar & Lounge
338 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
Neighborhood: Downtown
(404) 522-7177
www.barleysatl.com

FOX Sports Grill
261 19th St
Atlantic Station
Atlanta, GA 30363
(404) 207-1369
www.foxsportsgrill.com/atlanta

Taco Mac
1006 N Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
Neighborhood: Virginia Highland
(404) 873-6529
www.taco-mac.com

Dugan's
4975 Flat Shoals Pkwy
Decatur, GA 30034
(678) 205-4058

Stats
300 Marietta St
Atlanta, GA 30313
Neighborhood: Downtown
(404) 885-1472
www.statsatl.com/

Grab ur Sweetie - Its a new twist on Dinner and a Movie!

so if u haven't noticed I'm a foodie :-) understatement right? lol..and there is nothing i also enjoy more than having a great dinner and watching a movie.. so voila! a star is born with the concept of getting your eat and drink on while watching a gladiator or two destroy Troy..or while out with your bff and watching the latest chickflick..or even sweetest of all - ditching the kids and sneaking away to eat, drink and be cinema-merry! :-) this newest trend of combining bistro type food and drink with a first rate movie is catching on here in our wonderful city..there a few new and notable locations and a few old faves..which are yours?

Studio Movie Grill
2880 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Alpharetta, GA 30022
(770) 992-8411
www.studiomoviegrill.com

AMC Fork & Screen Buckhead
3340 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 467-9619
www.amctheatres.com/buckhead/

Cinebistro in Brookhaven
1004 Town Blvd
Atlanta, GA 30319
(404) 333-0740
http://www.cobbcinebistro.com/brookhaven-info.asp

Movie Tavern at Northlake Festival in Tucker
4043 LaVista Rd
Tucker, GA 30084
(678) 680-5782
www.movietavern.com

Date Nite - 2011

well kiddies..u can forever depend on ur girl to keep it fresh..ive been scouring the city for new and exciting places to hang out with that special someone..i have some old favorites on the list as well as a few exciting new places for u to explore with ur sweetheart ..holla at ur girl and let me know if you have any to add to the list!

Great for conversation:

The Porch at Collier
201 Collier Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30318 (404) 351-7409
http://theporchatcollier.com/

Southern Art and Bourbon Bar
Inside the Intercontinental Hotel
3315 Peachtree Road
Atlanta GA 30326
404.946.9070
http://southernart.com/press/?page_id=41

Tantra Restaurant & Lounge
2285 Peachtree RD NE Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 228-7963
www.tantraatlanta.com/

The Rooftop at Cafe Circa
464 Edgewood Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30312 (404) 477-0008
http://www.cafecircaatl.com/

Amai Bar and Dessert Lounge
180-B Northside Dr Atlanta, GA 30313
Neighborhood: Castleberry Hill (404)525-2023
http://www.amaidessertlounge.wordpress.com/

Eclipse Di Luna
764 Miami Cir NE Atlanta, GA 30324 (404) 846-0449
http://http://www.eclipsediluna.com/

Table & Main
Historic Roswell
1028 Canton St
678-869-5178,
http://www.tableandmain.com/

No. 246
129 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
(678) 399-8246
http://www.no246.com/

Stir It Up
1083 Euclid Ave
Little 5 Points
404.963.2384
(new caribbean place in the old harlem bar)

Spanish Harlem
262 Edgewood Ave
404.420.0077

Goin' Coastal
1021 Virginia Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30306
(404) 941-9117
http://www.goincoastalseafood.com


Get to know ur date while getting yo' party on!

The Museum Bar 181 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Atlanta, GA 30312 (404) 343-2086
http://www.atlantamuseumbar.com/

Acoustix Restaurant & Lounge
842 Marietta St (old utopia) West Midtown 404.898.2268
http://www.acoustixjazz.com/


The Sound Table
483 Edgewood Ave Atlanta, GA 30312
http://www.thesoundtable.com/


Indigo Bar and Rooftop Lounge
619 Edgewood Ave Old 4th Ward
404.221.1098
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Indigo-Bar/170284429708976


Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint
180 Peachtree St Downtown 404.230.JUKE
http://www.sweetgeorgiasjukejoint.com/

Places Where the Singles Mingle - Part Deux

so just because summer is over does not mean u can't still have a hot nite! :-) one thing about the ATL..this is where the beautiful people live..and party..so take a peek at my picks for the ATL's hottest nite spots..come on...live a little! :-)

The Ultimate Bar and Grill
3515 Camp Creek Pkwy Atlanta, GA 30344 (404) 349-2642
www.theultimatebarandgrill.com
ok..u will remember this is one of ATLBROWNGIRL's faves from Part I..$2 tuesdays is banging! get there before 8 or u will not find a seat or parking

Major League Sports Bar & Grill
2077 Northlake Pkwy
Tucker, GA 30084
(770) 939-5229
this is one of the best kept secrets in my hood..it is across the street from the Target and has suffered thru a few growing pains until finally hitting it's stride..and did i mention it was quite sexxy? white couches..dozen of flat screen tvs..killer drinks..and heres the kicker..poker tables are set up in the middle for all the fun u can stand! Starting in October sunday nites will be the "ole skool dance party with Majic 107.5"...my little hang out when I'm in the mood to see some cuties and get my football on!

Kat's Cafe
970 Piedmont Ave
Atlanta, GA 30306
(404) 347-2263
www.katscafeatlanta.com
the vibe is young..sexxy and professional...Intimate spot for live music and actually having a conversation with someone new..Go for happy hour on friday and stay for the live music that follows.

Barley's Sports Bar and Lounge
338 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
http://www.barleysatl.com/
Oh Barleys how do i love thee? let me count the ways :-) a gazillion pool tables..dependable bar food...and lots of cuties to meet and mingle with..and did i mention the live music? oooh lala i love me some Indigo Sunset..check them out on Friday nites and u will be a big fan too!

bar ONE
687 Memorial Dr
Grant Park
404.522.0999
http://www.baroneatl.com/ (still under construction)
RH Atlanta Cythia's hubby Peter...sexxy atmosphere!

The Museum Bar
181 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 343-2086
www.atlantamuseumbar.com
gorgeous ambience...3 levels. something to please everyone in your crew! their sunday brunch is delish...

Mint Ultra Lounge
3092 Briacliff Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 287-3131
It's a great place to go with a group of friends if you enjoy lounging, hookah and good music.

Indigo Bar
619 Edgewood Ave
Old 4th Ward
404.221.1098
Atlanta’s newest rooftop bar and lounge called located in the Old Fourth Ward area, see thru glass everywhere...and potent drinks..Indigo is hot and sure to be one of Atlanta's faves..

Apache Café
64 3rd St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 876-5436
www.apachecafe.info
indie spot for upcoming artists..spoken word and underground hip hop abound..u will feel like u are in a scene from love jones..lol..go at least once to check it out and u make the decision if its a must do for you and your crowd..

Mist Lounge
2211 Savoy Drive
Atlanta, GA 30341
have u ever wondered what to do to celebrate the end of a Manic Monday? how about "lose your mind Mondays"..good drinks and hookah baby!! great ambience..and only the beautiful people frequent this hidden treasure

Encore Restaurant Atmosphere
2520 Piedmont Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
(678) 705-3506
www.encorerestaurant.net
this new little upstart is slab dab in the middle of Lindbergh station..shhhh..dont tell ur friends..this is still a hidden secret and a perfect place for you and your girls to get your sip on while watching the cuties..

Acoustix Restaurant & Lounge
842 Marietta St (old utopia)
West Midtown 404.898.2268
http://www.acoustixjazz.com
inhabits the old Utopia spot on Marietta..gorgeous interior and good good...check out fantastic soul singer Dawn McClain and friends every wed nite..



Space Atlanta
1310 White St SW
Atlanta, GA 30310 (404) 756-9494
www.spaceatlanta.com
morehouse alum chums opened this super versatile spot in the West End. dedicated parking..lounge restaraunt..private party space and huge event venue all combines to make one heckofa party spot

Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint
180 Peachtree St
Downtown 404.230.JUKE
http://www.sweetgeorgiasjukejoint.com
love the live jazz music..makes u feel like Duke Ellington and Miles Davis will come strolling in at any moment with a cigarette and hit their horns...yummy collard greens!

Café Circa
464 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 477-0008
www.cafecircaatl.com
ahhh..cafe circa...this is my love letter to you...nice ambience..classy crowd and good food..and the newest addition is a rooftop martini and cigar lounge..yea..its a must do if you want to get out and enjoy the city...

Harlem Nights Restaurant and Ultra Lounge
201 Courtland St
Atlanta, GA 30303
Neighborhood: Downtown
(678) 927-9267
www.harlemnightsatl.com

Quirky spots that are ATL favorites

i love this city! on any given night u can stumble into a spot that will blow ur mind with their creativity..let me give u a few examples:


Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium
466 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 522-8275
Don't even think about visiting this spot if you have some religious hangups..it is hilarious and u must be in the mood to hang loose, stare at some tongue-in-cheek artwork and get your ping pong on man!

Sack Lunch Company
This cute little food stand is totally hilarious and at the same time so comforting and yummy..they are located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta in a small green building located in the Food District on Broad Street. Here's the kicker..u can get a sandwich, chips, a juice box and gushers and "Mom" will put a cool note inside ur sack lunch with sayings like "Wash your hands" or "Mom loves you"..It's nice being a grown-up but who doesnt love mama? :-)and u can even buy a snoopy lunch pail or other novelty items.. It's like being back in middle school except the kid at the next lunchtable won't be kicking u in the keister and taking your lunch..lol...supercool!


Richards Variety Store
2347 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 237-1412
www.RichardsVarietyStore.com
this place is like Party City on crack..lol..just go..u must experience this type thing in person!

Auto Spa Bistro
348 14th St NW; Home Park
678.974.8187
so have you ever wanted to get your car washed, grab some gourmet bites and some serious libations? well welcome to Auto Spa Bistro..ATL's primo carwash/grub place...
plush lounge atmosphere, yummy eats and and a basic wash for your ride is only $15 bucks..whats' not to love?

White House Restaurant
3172 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 237-7601
serve breakfast and brunch in Buckhead

Delia's Chicken Sausage Stand
489 Moreland Ave, SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 404.474.9651
M–W 7am-10pm Th 7am–10pm // 24hrs from Fri 7am–Sun 10pm
The Stand's hand-crafted sausage recipe uses locally sourced chicken out of Gainesville, Georgia that is deboned by hand. These chicken sausage sandwiches are served on mini hawaiian rolls and remind u of a very yummy Krystal burger...and best of all they are open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday nights. For the brave heart recommend that you try the Double D Delight slider, made from a Krispy Kreme donut and chicken sausage patty! Yum!


Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party
1645 MClendon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Candler Park
(404) 474-1402
www.drbombays.com
desserts, ice cream and frozen yogurt..super cute place with floor to ceiling books and if u purchase a book they make a donation to charity

Junkman's Daughter
464 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Little Five Points
(404) 577-3188
wow..this place is like being stoned and inside the mind of prince..lol..u can tip-toe thru the racks and racks of sheer lunacy...it is the absolute best place to find ur halloween outfit and for some of the more erra adventuresome fashionistas it is a place to find the most unusual fashion finds...the smoke shop in the back is pretty comprehensive and has a large array of hookay items..just go..u gotta see it to believe it

Vortex Bar & Grill
438 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Little Five Points
(404) 688-1828
www.thevortexbarandgrill.com
one word..the burgers..yum!

Duck's Cosmic Kitchen
111-D New St. Decatur, Georgia 30030
404-371-8823
these ladies make a mean sandwich! and with menu items that are so fresh u can practically hear the farmer's truck pulling up every time u bite into their sandwiches...and did i mention everything from the bread to the mayo is made onsite? maybe that's why the bakery items are so delish.. :-)

Ria's Bluebird
421 Memorial Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Neighborhood: Grant Park
(404) 521-3737
www.riasbluebird.com
the breakfast is amazing! and if you are lucky u might just see Ms. Ria herself cowboy hat and blue jean overalls in the back banging out that amazing brisket...

Grindhouse Killer Burgers
209 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30303
Neighborhood: Downtown
(404) 522-3444
www.grindhouseburgers.com
ooohhh mama...i love their burgers..i think its the yeast roll buns and boozy milkshakes that really get me!

Cafe Jonah and the Magical Attic
3188 Paces Ferry Pl
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 343-4107
www.cafejonah.com

Beauty Feature - Eyebrow Threading

Ladies if you are like me..i like my brows to be on point! after all the eyes are the passport to your soul..so i'm sure you want your eyes to say "i am fierce!"..lol...i am very particular about the services that i have done to my brows to keep them in shape...at one point back in the day i would razor my brows..but lord they grew back so fast..and then the miracle of waxing was born..but first they apply hot wax..and then when they tear that little strip of muslin off your face..oooweee! u should be ready to grip the side of the chair :-0 so then i discovered the amazing process of threading..for those of you who haven't had the oppty to experience this beauty process...a clinician will take a piece of string and somehow run it across the stray hairs on your brow to remove the stray hairs...and the result is so precise and amazing...if you try it i guarantee u will love it..now do be aware that the service is not painless, but hey the price of beauty is high! :-) hope u enjoy my recommendations on top places in the city to enjoy threading..

Natural Identity Full Service Salon
1707 Church St
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 292-6230
http://naturalidentityofny.com/about-us/

Hair Images Salon
1622 Woodcliff Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 248-0446
www.hairimages.com

Ruby Beauty Center
1275 Powers Ferry Rd SE
Marietta, GA 30067
(770) 933-4444

I Too
471B Flat Shoals Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
Neighborhood: East Atlanta Village
(404) 653-8990
www.itoosalon.com

Alisha's Salon and Spa
5414 Five Forks Trickum Rd Lilburn, GA 30047
2629 Cobb Pkwy Smyrna, GA 30080
404-644-2114
http://alishassalonspa.com/

Brow Bar
240 N. Highland Ave. Suite C-1
Atlanta, GA 30307
404-856-0637
http://www.browbaratlanta.com/

The Arches Threading Lounge
various locations around Atlanta, GA 30326
Neighborhood: Buckhead and Northlake Mall
(404) 841-2421
http://thearchesthreading.net/

Fun new spots to get ur eat, drink and chill on

So lets say u and ur girl or u and ur special dude are looking for somewhere to get out and enjoy a beautiful summer nite...u know those nites where u are so over ur fave watering hole..perhaps u want to get dressed up..or see some new faces..or hang out in a different part of town..well ur girl is forever on the job..i have been scouting out some of the newest little hotties in town..those new spots that are yet undiscovered but yet so special..come with me on a little tour of some of Atlbrowngirl's newest finds..shout me out and let me know what u think..smooches!



Do at the view
955 W Marietta St; West Midtown; 404.541.9060
http://www.thrillist.com/ATL/video/224610
check out this video of this hot new pizza loft. white leather couches, projectors throwing cool images and music videos on the walls, an outside deck, and an ordering system run completely through iPads..can it get any sexxier?


Wrecking Bar Brew Pub
292 Moreland Ave
Atlanta GA 30307
http://www.wreckingbarbrewpub.com/
Located in the basement of the original Wrecking Bar Architectural Antiques store, the Wrecking bar Brew pub is a cool little ditty that will satisfy the man cave longing in your special guy..

Hill Street Tavern
inside the Pencil Street Lofts
corner of Hill Street and Decatur
349 Decatur Street
Atlanta GA 30312
have u ever just traipsed into a spot and instantly u just wanted to sit down kick off your shoes and stay awhile? that is Hill Street tavern..it is a cozy spot that is brand spanking new..and they have a hypnotic combination of a cool ambience, live music, killer drinks and retro stuff like a dart board and boiled peanuts that make u want to stay awhile and hang out..and if you fancy leaving the bar and getting your grub on.the menu is quite tasty! i had the burger and it was fantastic...my guy enjoyed the discount pints of beer and i loved that it was lady friendly, complete with backs on the bar chairs and a super clean restroom....ladies how cool is that? :-) i encourage u to drop thru the next time u are in need of a little food, drink and fun in the Grant Park area!

Acoustix Restaurant & Lounge
842 Marietta St (old utopia)
West Midtown 404.898.2268
http://www.acoustixjazz.com/
Dang this restaraunt is cool! located in the now defunct Utopia (thanks for the memories Utopia!)..the food is yum and the vibe is laid back but sophisticated with a jazzy bluesy twist..so grab ur smooth Cat Daddy and slide on over to acoustix..its a joint that John Coltrane and Miles Davis would have been proud to play in!

Amai Bar and Dessert Lounge180-B Northside Drive
Atlanta, GA 30313
404-525-2023
http://paschalsbeta.com/amai/
Lush new appetizer and dessert lounge in the ever hip Castleberry hill area..newest venture by the Paschal's dynasty..

Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint
180 Peachtree St
Downtown 404.230.JUKE
http://www.sweetgeorgiasjukejoint.com/
lovely little restaraunt right smack dab in the middle of the action on peachtree...this new jazz and juke spot also has some slamming dishes..u can lick ur fingers while u snap to the beat.come dressed to impress..

Boners BBQ
634 Fraser St SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Next to turner field.. Southern style


H. Harper Station Restaurant & Bar
904 Memorial Drive
Atlanta, GA 30316
tel / 678.732.0415
Neat place for killer drinks!

Stir It Up
1083 Euclid Ave; Little 5 Points; 404.963.2384
New jamaican spot in lil 5...Do it girl and make ur inner Bob Marley proud gir!

Spanish Harlem
262 Edgewood Ave; Downtown; 404.420.0077
new latin place in the old harlem bar (thanks for the memories Harlem Bar!)

Lounge spots to get your Chill on

Here's one of my fave posts for the summer...so what better way to beat the heat than to slink into one of these very sexxy urban hotspots and get your drink and lounge on? well stick with your girl..i got you covered! here are my picks for some of the best ultra lounges in they city...keep in mind most of these folks are great dance spots on the weekends so dress to impress..and if you feel the need to get your sip on during the week, u will find plenty of other urban hipsters to sidle up to the bar and get your meet on! Enjoy...

255 Tapas Lounge 255 Peters St Atlanta, GA (404) 522-2612
New buppie lounge in the always hip Castleberry Hill

Halo 255 Tapas Lounge 817 W Peachtree St NW , Atlanta , GA , 30308
Striking lounge in Midtown for stylish cocktails.

M Bar & Lounge Castleberry Hills 57 Peters St SW Atlanta, GA 31132
it's def the atmosphere in this sleek lounge that will keep you coming back.

Tantra Restaurant & Lounge 2285 Peachtree Rd Ste 100 Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 228-7963 www.tantraatlanta.com/
stick with the drinks and stay because of the atmosphere at this really cool spot

Cru Urban Lounge 620 Glen Iris Dr Ste 101 Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 249-1600 www.cruurbanlounge.com
Sexxy hip urban oasis on the edge of the very cool Old Fourth Ward

The Mark 79 Poplar St , Atlanta , GA , 30303
Downtown's boutique hotel ultra-lounge

Pulse Bar 265 Peachtree Ctr Ave Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 586-6081
www.pulsebaratlanta.com
very hip lounge located in the atrium of the Marriot Marquis

Sutra Lounge 1136 Crescent Ave NE , Atlanta , GA , 30309
Sleek Midtown revamped underground lounge

Melange Upscale Bistro Lounge (formerly Seasons) 2077 Northlake Pkwy Tucker 30084
Super cool party place for the grown folks..live music on fridays and sats with a great band!

Three Sheets 6017 Sandy Springs Cir Atlanta, GA 30328(404) 303-8423
www.threesheetsatlanta.com
sexxy lounge tucked in away in the burbs..def do for date nite!

Smokers Paradise - Cigar Lounge/Beer & Wine Bar 4090 Johns Creek Pkwy, Suwanee
A suburban cigar shop that thinks a cozy lounge

Cosmo Lava Club & Lounge 45 13th St NE , Atlanta , GA , 30309
Great mix of strong cocktails and flirty singles

Feel the Burn Baby!

ok folks...as we have all noticed summertime is upon us...time to shed those jackets and drop it like its hot..erra i mean drop the heavy clothes because its hot..lol..

are u body ready? i never feel like i can exercise enough...the guilt of falling off the horse during the cold winter months always spurs me into action in the spring..

so that brings me to why i am up every morning at 5:30 and on the workout field with 10 other bootcampers doing the most insane workout in Atlanta...

on a given day we run 1/4 a mile..stop and do jumping jacks..lunges...pushups..situps..the plank and get up and run 1/4 a mile again..we may jump rope..do interval training..or run suicide drills up and across the workout field..for 45 mins to an hour...all before 7 am!

Believe me if it sounds brutal..it is the most amazing fun..and the folks at Operation Boot Camp give u ur money's worth as they show up with 5-6 trainers everyday..the class is small with only usually no more than 10 participants so its like having ur own personal trainer..i feel amazing...my eating habits are no longer as trashy as they once were (im still a foodie..i just make better choices now :-)and im begginning to fit into things i havent been able to ooze into since like..forever!

and by the way..DO NOT COME TO THE PROGRAM IF U DONT WANT TO SWEAT..at the end of this workout u will be dripping wet..possibly covered in grass (its totally outdoors) and feeling so freakin' amazing that u will want to run instead of drive home :-)


trust ur girl..this is amazing..im not getting a dime for this testimonial..i just thought I'd shout out the great folks at Operation Boot camp and give u the opportunity to check out one of the best workouts in atlanta..and they are conveniently located all over the city...sign up for a month and i promise u will be hooked...leave me a comment if u decide to check it out..i may be out there too!

For more information:
1-888-7-FIT-NOW
(888-734-8669)
www.operationbootcamp.com

Hot Summer Nites in the City!

So have u noticed summer is a coming?? lol...good lord a blazes is it hot...already! if u are like me..i lay in the cut under the air and only slink out the house in the cool of the evening at dusk :-) so can we talk date nite? lets say u and ur honey are looking for something fun to do that is off the beaten path...u dont feel like heading to a restaraunt...a bar is just ho-hum..u dont feel like sitting in the movie theater..u want to hang out at the park but the bugs are vicious this time of year...so how about combining all 4 of those ideas into one fun date! (without the bugs of course)

Can anyone shout Drive In!!

Last summer my honey surprised me and took me to the drive in and we had the best time! There was lots of trashy snacks...beer...great first run movies and of course lots of hand holding and snuggling :-) (ok keep it clean folks the kiddees may be watching :-) but seriously...i had no idea the drive-in could be so fun..and when u are with the one that makes your heart beat faster..well it is a perfect date nite...So drive..dont walk to the Starlight Drive-In on Moreland..u will thank ur girl for introducing this old fave back onto your radar. Smooches!

Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre
2000 Moreland Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 627-5786
www.starlightdrivein.com

Fried Green Tomato Fever!

Are you a fried green tomato officianado like me? Oh lord I love those little fried spheres of joy..lol..and I am super picky..the crust of the tomato must be fried to perfection..and the tomato itself must be fluffy on the inside, quite green and piping hot..OMG I want one right now! When you taste the ‘maters that these fine folks serve you will be thanking me....lol

Wings in a Basket – Scottdale (404) 292-1999

Horseradish Grill – Powers ferry - (404) 255-7277

West Egg Café – westside downtown - (404) 872-3973

Busy Bee – MLK Drive - (404) 525-9212

Parkers on Ponce- Downtown Decatur - (404) 924-2230

Waterhaven Restaurant – Downtown - ((404) 214-6470 14-6740

Paschal’s – Northside Drive - (404) 525-2023

Chazz Southern Cooking – Flat shoals ave - (404) 748-1875

Gritz family restaurant – Mcdonough - (770) 914-0448

Chips Authentic Southern Cooking – Alpharetta - 678-297-9000

Daddy DZ’s BBQ Joint – Memorial Drive downtown - (404)222-0206

Diesel – Va Highlands – (404) 815-1820

BJS Home cooking (in season) – Hapeville - 404) 766-4675

Carver’s Grocery – Marietta Street Downtown- 404) 794-4410

HOBNOB – Piedmont Ave - 404) 968-2288

Swallow at the Hollow - Historic Roswell -(678) 352-1975

Cafe Sunflower - Peachtree Road - (404) 352-8859

Milton’s Cuisine and Cocktails- Alpharetta - (770) 817-0161

Home Grown Ga- Memorial drive - (404) 222-0455

Relish - Roswell (770) 650-7877

OK Café (404) 233-2888 – varies on specific days fo the week

Nancy G’s – Roswell - (404) 705-8444

South City Kitchen- both locations
The Flying Biscuit Café – all locations
Atkins Park – all locations
Glady’s Chicken and Waffles- all locations

Further outSocial Circle
Blue Willow Inn http://bluewillowinn.com/

Cartersville
Appalachian Grill http://ngeorgia.com/ang/Appalachian_Grill
City Cellar ; Loft http://www.thecitycellar.com/

Loganville
Journey’s End http://journeysendrestaurant.com/

Macon, GA
H & H Restaurant http://www.mamalouise.com/maconsoulfood.html

McDonough/Locust Grove
OB’s BBQ http://www.obs-bbq.com/


Juliette, GA
Whistle Stop Café http://thewhistlestopcafe.com/

St Simons Island
Coastal Kitchen http://www.coastalkitchenandrawbar.com/
Blue Water Bistro and Bar 115 Mallery Street, St. Simons Island, GA 31522 912-638-7007

Marietta
Willie Rae’s http://willieraes.net/

Buford GA
Rico’s World Kitchen http://ricosworldkitchen.com/

Fayetteville
City Café and Bakery http://www.citycafeandbakery.com/

Athens
Last Resort Grill http://www.lastresortgrill.com/
Mama’s Boy http://www.eatatmamasboy.com/pages/lun.php

Woodstock, GA
The Magnolia Thomas Restaraunt http://magnoliathomas.com/

Adel GA
Forty One South Feed Store Location: 130 S. Hutchinson Ave (229) 896-1616

Great for a Gaggle of Folk

Do you ever have the need to roundtable a gaggle of individuals? Perhaps it’s a family reunion, big birthday party or some other celebration that demands a whole lotta food and good times? Then look no more..Your girl is on the scene and I have come up a list of fun spots that can accommodate a crowd..and you know it..the food is great!

The Red Snapper Seafood Restaurant
2100 Cheshire Bridge Road N
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 634-8947
http://www.redsnapperatlanta.com/


South City Kitchen - Vinings
1675 Cumberland Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
(770) 435-0700
http://www.southcitykitchen.com/


Wisteria
471 N Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Inman Park
(404) 525-3363
http://www.wisteria-atlanta.com/


Mary Mac's Tea Room
224 Ponce de Leon Ave
Atlanta, GA 30308
Neighborhood: Midtown
(404) 876-1800
http://www.marymacs.com/


Nakato Japanese Restaraunt
1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 783-6582
http://www.nakatorestaurant.com/


Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
5635 Jimmy Carter Blvd Norcross, GA 30071 (770) 849-0600
http://www.pappadeaux.com/


Steamhouse Lounge
Neighborhood: Midtown
1051 W Peachtree St Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 233-7980
http://www.steamhouselounge.com/


Waterside Restaurant
Marriott Evergreen Conference Resort
4021 Lakeview Dr
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (770) 879-9900
http://www.evergreenresort.com/

The Swallow at the Hollow
1072 Green St Roswell, GA 30075-3638
(678) 352-1975
http://theswallowatthehollow.com