Food + Beverage

THE BEAUTY OF HOSPITALITY

Experience genuine hospitality at Nowak’s Steakhouse in Sandy Springs Article by Sydney Kate Lewis White cloths cloak the tables. Art adorns the deep green walls. Brown booths line the walls like trim. Plates, beautifully arranged, and glasses, filled to the brim, rest dutifully on the tabletops. Guests of all ages and backgrounds fill the black leather chairs tucked beneath the round tables. It is a community, a gathering, as guests travel from various distances, near and far, to discover the...

Food + Beverage

The Capital Grille Dunwoody - Building Community Through Generosity

Changing the way we fundraise; one delicious meal at a time Article by Sean O'Keefe The Capital Grille, the epitome of classic, yet comfortable American steakhouse is recognized across the United States for excellence and approachable fine dining. The Capital Grille offers an exceptional dining experience characterized by impeccable service, critically acclaimed dry aged steaks, the freshest seafood, a variety of flavorful sides, sinful desserts, and a thoughtfully curated wine list. The...

Entertainment

More Than Baseball

World-class Destination Right Here at Home Article by Sue Collins Considered the baseball team of the South and named America’s Team decades ago by Ted Turner, the Braves have called Truist Park their home since 2017. The team has soared in popularity since the relocation from Turner Field. The state-of-the-art 41,000-seat ballpark offers stunning views, foodie-worthy concessions, and fun activities! The Battery is a mixed-use development connected to Truist Park and you don't need to wait...

Beauty

Indulge In Infrared

Elevate your sauna experience at Perspire Infrared Studio Article by Sydney Kate Lewis Perspire Infrared Studio, located in the Merchant’s Walk shopping center, redefines what it means to enhance the sauna experience. According to Jan Zalud, Perspire provides a “truly elevated experience” compared to a traditional sauna. A traditional Finnish-style sauna, often seen in gyms or wellness centers, solely utilizes excessive heat to benefit the human body. In contrast, an infrared sauna combines...

Health + Wellness

Lifting Into History

East Cobb’s own Hampton Morris wins a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics Article by Sydney Kate Lewis What started as an intent to grow stronger for soccer has since transformed into weightlifting history. Hampton Morris, a 20-year-old Marietta resident and Alan C. Pope High School graduate, returned from Paris with a bronze medal in hand from the 61kg class of the men’s weightlifting event in the 2024 Olympics. “It feels amazing,” Hampton said upon his return home. “I’m still not sure that it...

Food + Beverage

A Taste of Germany

Take Your Taste Buds on a Round Trip with German-Inspired Brews Right Here at Home Article by Catherine James Like many humble beginnings, Round Trip Brewing began with a love story. After meeting at UGA, Craig and Amy, founders of Round Trip Brewing, chased their dreams on a round trip to Denver, then Forth Worth, then Austin, and eventually right back home to Georgia where their legacy took root. During their time away, Craig fell in love with the art of brewing and began brewing school in...

Life + Culture

A Family Affair

Fresh Flavors, Straight from the Jersey Shore Article by Catherine James The Accardi brothers share "Our love for pizza is deeply rooted in the happy memories our parents created for us during childhood." This is why Atlanta's Carlo's Pizza, a testament to the Accardi family's original shop along the Jersey Shore, is all about nostalgia. The shop emanates good old days along the Jersey Shore boardwalk through both food and atmosphere.  We aim to recreate that feeling where you can almost...

Food + Beverage

Joey's Spiced Wafers

A Comforting Treat from the Accardi Brother's Kitchen Article by Catherine James If you find you can't get enough of Carlo's nostalgic flavors, bring them into your own kitchen with a family favorite recipe of the Accardi brothers themselves, Joey's Spiced Wafers, just in time for fall. "The Spiced Wafer is a Philadelphia classic cookie that we looked forward to every fall. When we moved to Georgia, we couldn't find them anywhere, so we decided to replicate the recipe ourselves. These cookies...

Life + Culture

One-Stop Shop in the Celebration Business

Meet Grant Prata: Owner of Some of East Cobb's Best Sweets and Treats Article by Catherine James Burnt out from his corporate job and looking to better connect with his kids and the community, East Cobb local Grant Prata found himself among cupcakes, crackers and condiments as he pursued not one, but two, business ventures. It started with Smallcakes. He opened the dessert franchise with 350 unique flavors of sugary confections topped with colorful designs, bringing connection and celebration...

Education

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Devoting time to educating everyone about breast cancer Article by Rei Kaiser Amid the pumpkins, leaves and scarecrows, October evokes passion around an important cause. Shop windows, bumper stickers, and t-shirts adorn the pink ribbon, which holds a powerful message for those impacted by breast cancer as the rest of us treasure the reminder of its significance.  On average, one woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every 14 seconds, making it the leading cause of cancer in women, and as of...