Month: June 2017

Aria is One of Atlanta’s Most Creative New Eateries

Atlanta is well-known as one of the top foodie destinations in the country, and Aria is one of its tried-and-true restaurants. Owner and head chef Gerry Klaskala recently revamped this iconic eatery, giving it a complete makeover and a mission to bring creativity and interest to every dish.

Aria is known for its visually beautiful dishes that blend art and cooking. Menus are updated nightly, but dishes may include things like salads of arugula, endive, mushrooms, and fennel, octopus tempura, crisped duck confit and cervena venison. The wine list is impeccable and the cocktails are inventive, and even the newly renovated, minimal dining room will leave you feeling inspired.

Enjoy French-Southern Fare for Brunch at Petit Chou

Atlanta’s Petit Chou is based on the interesting concept of “French Southern Style” cooking, which is a phrase sure to grab the attention of any foodie. Sporting a bright, yet rustic interior and a menu full of interesting dishes, this Memorial Drive Southeast restaurant is a neat spot to share a meal with friends, family, or both.

Breakfast and lunch are Petit Chou’s times to shine. Trendy dishes like avocado toast with house boursin stand alongside classics like biscuits and gravy in a way that makes it hard to decide what to order. Those that need something extra hearty will look to the Cabbagetown Breakfast Bowl, which is filled with grits and topped with sharp cheddar, bacon, a poached egg, arugula, and your choice of protein. Veggie lovers will appreciate the Ratatouille sandwich, which takes the components of the soup, and puts them between two slices of bread. Complement any of these with one of the house-crafted drinks, and you’ll have a meal that satisfies in a big way.

Find an Upscale Gastropub Experience at Public School 404

Craft beer gastropubs are at the height of popularity right now, and Atlanta’s Public School 404 is showing the others in the business how things are done. This excellent Howell Mill Road establishment serves elevated bar eats and craft beer in a casual yet refined setting for a bar experience that’s at once comfortable and unique.

Whether you like your brews on draft, in a bottle or in a can, you’re sure to find an excellent fit for your taste at this restaurants. Pilsners, stouts, India pale ales and more are all represented on the beer menu. If you’re not in the mood for some sudsy goodness, don’t worry — the bartenders here do a great job with cocktails too. Burger lovers will feel right at home at Public School, because the menu has a section dedicated to ‘Burger Wars,’ where chefs from other Public Schools around the country compete on a monthly basis for the title of best hamburger. This is one spot you could see yourself coming back to again and again.

Explore the Concept of Design at the MA! Atlanta Design Festival and Architecture Tour 2017

From eco-friendly kitchens and baths to cutting-edge technology in lighting and flooring, there are many aspects of design to consider in both residential and commercial buildings. The MA! Atlanta Design Festival and Architecture Tour 2017 seeks to pull back the curtain on what's going on behind the scenes of building design and architecture in Atlanta.

It does this in a few ways: first, there's the expo. The massive expo invites all types of design entrepreneurs to come out and show what they've been working on, mostly elements that belong in a furnished space or in the structure itself. However, some exhibitors will also showcase lifestyle and fashion items, as well as other crafts. The expo runs from June 8th to 11th, with architecture tours taking place in Atlanta, Athens, and even Asheville, North Carolina from June 3rd to the 11th. Admission to the expo is free, but tours start at $20 depending on the location. The money is well worth it when you consider how many stunning commercial and residential buildings you'll encounter over the course of the tour.