Month: July 2017

Experience Authentic Indian Cuisine at Jai Ho

Jai Ho is one of Atlanta’s top spots for Indian cuisine. Sporting a long dining room and a full bar, this Dutch Valley Road Northeast establishment is a fantastic place to savor the flavors of India.

This restaurant’s menu is exceptionally deep. Tandoor specials, biriyani, soups, salads, and street food delicacies can all be found here. Naan, roti, and poori go well with just about anything, and the tikka masala is a favorite among the regulars. For those that love the intense spiciness of Indian food, the vindaloo is a great choice. Made with Goan red chili sauce and served with your choice of chicken, lamb, shrimp, or goat, it could be just the thing you’re looking for. Be sure to check out the bowls, as well. Served with rice, vegetables, naan, and even dessert, it’s a great way to experience the cuisine for newcomers. Reserve your table soon and experience authentic Indian cuisine at its best!

Spend the Day at Lullwater Park

Lullwater Park is an oasis in the city that boasts acres of green space, walking and jogging trails, and the home of Emory University's president. Spend the entire day at the park fishing at Candler Lake, walking across the 210-foot suspension bridge, exploring the ruins of a 1920s powerhouse, and meeting the resident mammals, reptiles, and birds. Take the Lake Loop for a mile long stroll around the lake and past beautiful mini waterfalls or try out the President’s Loop, which circles around the impressive mansion.

Locals love coming to Lullwater Park mostly because it is a secluded and quiet escape from the city. The 154-acre preserve is free and open to the public, and it is also bike and dog friendly. For easy parking, use the small parking area at Hahn Woods and take the Yerkes Trail over to Lullwater.

The park is open daily sunrise to sunset.

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South City Kitchen Serves Modern Takes on Southern Fare

South City Kitchen, situated in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, is a charming restaurant serving Southern classics with a sophisticated twist. The eatery serves weekend brunch, lunch, and dinner, and it's housed in a 1920s converted bungalow nestled among the city’s skyscrapers.

The menu consists of many Southern staples, such as Shrimp & Geechee Boy Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, and She-Crab Soup. Order the popular Springer Mountain Farms Fried Chicken, which comes with collard greens, red bliss potatoes, and honey-thyme jus. Pair your meal with one of their adventurous cocktails, like the Zesty Country Thyme Lemonade or Georgia Punch. South City Kitchen also offers an extensive gluten-free menu.

The restaurant has a bright interior with lots of natural lighting and cozy sectioned-off rooms with a fireplace, chandelier, and simple color palate. South City Kitchen is conveniently accessible from MARTA’s Arts Center Station and Midtown Station. Street parking is also available.

Perk Up Your Day With Adorable Cats at at Java Cats Cafe

If you are in Atlanta and need to experience the cat cafe craze for yourself, Java Cats Cafe is the place for you. This coffee shop on Memorial Drive Southeast just opened in March, and is definitely one of the more unique places you can go for a cup of coffee.

Java Cats is Atlanta’s first cat cafe, and only the third in the region. The adorable felines here come from PAWS Atlanta, which is one of the state’s longest-running no-kill animal shelters. They can be found inside the cat lounge area, which is separate from where the Erbik coffee and food is served. Here you can play and interact with all different kinds of felines. If you just so happen to fall in love with one of them, you can inquire about adoption right then and there. What’s more, this cafe provides job training and a stable income to the homeless, making this a phenomenally feel-good spot to visit.