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Eat for $10 or Less in Atlanta

Budget dining can be an adventure unto itself—especially if you’re trying to avoid the drive-thru line. True, Atlanta has its fair share of pricier options, but, if you know where to look, you can grab some thrifty eats without skimping on quality.

5 Spots for Creative Cocktails

In Atlanta, we have a fine list of bars and restaurants with fabulous (and overwhelmingly inventive) mixologists concocting some of the best sips in the South. These days, it’s hard to go wrong when sidling up to the baror perusing the cocktail menu

Top 5 Desserts

What can we say? When it comes to fabulous meal-enders, these five delicious Atlanta desserts take the cake. Leave that diet at the door and give in to that sweet tooth. Bliss awaits! If you haven’t been to Ford Fry’s newest venture, Marcel, yet,

5 Great Places to Get Southern Food

Don’t be fooled by A-Town’s more glamorous side. You’re still in the deep South, baby. That means that if you’re searching for down-home cooking, you don’t have to look far. Though it can be a tough order picking favorites in Atlanta, you really

5 Must-Try Atlanta Seafood Spots

Have a hankering for some fresh seafood? You’ve come to the right town. Atlanta’s got the hook up on a range of spots that’ll suit you swimmingly. Here, five of our favorites: Seeking a beachside shack with some chill coastal vibes? Check out The

Guilt-Free Gourmet: Eat Healthy at These 5 Restaurants

Atlanta has its share of gluttonous eats (burgers, fries, pizza, fried chicken) and that’s all fine and good. But, when you want to dine out on something healthier, Atlanta’s got you covered there too. These are a few local restaurants that consistently

Get Your BBQ Fix at These 7 Atlanta Restaurants

Something about summertime demands barbecue—paired with sweet tea of course. If you don’t have time to prep your own batch at home, no worries. We urge you to venture out to one of these fantastic seven. Barbecue outpost Jim ‘N Nick’s has the

9 Must-Try Burgers

From the classic lunchtime sandwich to gourmet renditions, ATL is home to a slew of burger joints that range from lunch counter to high-end destination. These nine burger-slinging spots (and Taste of Atlanta participants) always rank high on our best

Live it Up at Taste of Atlanta’s Friday Night Kickoff Party

When was the last time you had an epic Friday night? More specifically, when did you last have an epic foodie Friday? Go ahead and mark your calendar for September 25. Epic is heading your way. Following the good ‘ole “YOLO!” credo, (or, you only

Zac Brown loves Tex-Mex. So do we!

Whether you love Zac Brown’s music or not is irrelevant. If you like to eat, it’s worth taking a short road trip to the singer’s restaurant in Senoia, Georgia (or chowing down at the restaurant’s booth at this year’s Taste of Atlanta!).

You’re Invited: Atlanta Meatball Festival August 30

Few things can duplicate the sheer deliciousness captured in a perfectly seasoned meatball. Beloved both for their bite-sized addictiveness and their savory flavor, they’re tasty enjoyed alone, or served atop a heaping pile of pasta. Next month, we

Drink Recipe: Makan’s Boozy Seoul Slinger

Hot weather and tiki drinks have long shared a blissful relationship. It’s something we’re reminded of every time we succumb to Makan’s all too-tasty Seoul Slinger cocktail. Served up in a ceramic tiki cup, the tropical concoction transports

Weekend Escape: Asheville Wine & Food Festival

Looking for a quick weekend escape a few hours from Atlanta? Why not go with a foodie-themed getaway and plan your trip around Asheville’s Wine & Food Festival? Our northern neighbor (just three and a half hours from Buckhead) is throwing down big

Drinking + Games at Atlanta Restaurants

Summertime and night life are an ideal match in Atlanta. With those steamy days spent close to the A/C, people are ready to get out and mingle come nightfall. Instead of the typical bar scene, why not enjoy the bar games and social atmosphere at one of

Where to Get Gourmet Hot Dogs

Hot diggity dog! According to the National Sausage and Hot Dog Council, Americans eat around 150 million hot dogs over the July 4th holiday alone. That is just a fraction of the 7 billion hot dogs they say this nation will eat between Memorial Day and

Where to Eat: Atlanta July 4th

Fourth of July weekend is upon us, but, if you still haven’t finalized travel plans this weekend, you needn’t worry. With pools scattering the Peach City and fireworks (now sold in Georgia!) painting the skyline, there’s plenty of reasons

Camp-Style Cuisine in ATL

Reminiscing about summer camp? Bring back those memories of your carefree days via your tastebuds with the goods at these three Atlanta eateries. Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall Everything about this trendy Old Fourth Ward restaurant’s menu embraces

Take Dad to Brunch

Who’s your daddy? No, really, who is he… ? Is his passion food and drink? Is he a big sports guy? Or would he best be described as a refined gentleman? This Father’s Day (that’s this Sunday), select the brunch spot that will speak to his heart

Boxed Wines That Pass the Taste Test

When most people think of boxed wines, they think of the cheap stuff they drank in college (an alternative to those ubiquitous kegs of beer). But though they used to get a bad rap, and aren’t particularly as sexy as their glass-bottle cousins, boxed

You’re Invited to 4th & Swift’s 7th Anniversary Dinner

Time flies when you’re cooking good food. Just ask Executive Chef Jay Swift and his crew at farm-to-fork neighborhood restaurant 4th & Swift. The Old Fourth Ward eatery celebrates seven outstanding years this summer. To pay tribute to the occasion,

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