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Sunday Living
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Soda fountains serve up nostalgia in trendy Athens district
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Bruce Springsteen?셲 memoir: Riding shotgun with the Boss
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Country road where fall foliage abounds
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Atlanta Opera launches ambitious, innovative season
Food & Drink
We're proud to present our second bonus magazine of the year, Food & Drink. Get an exclusive look at the people, places and dishes that make dining in metro Atlanta special, and learn how to bring the experience home.
Modern vintage vibe in downtown Atlanta loft
Sy and Nyvette Gray switched from a subdivision setting to city living with their downtown Atlanta loft.
Southern Made: Dress up for fall
Tutu for you As a former dancer, Atlanta’s Rebecca Shady was inspired to design a collection of luxe tutus that can work for day.
Marietta native started design firm in 2006
Brian Watford’s innovative designs are classic and sophisticated, yet warm and highly livable.
Alton Brown pulls back the curtain
The afternoon sun had melted most of the ice in the Mason jar that held Alton Brown’s sangria.
3 ways to make space in your home for aging parents
Multigenerational living is bringing families in Atlanta’s intown communities and suburbs closer together, especially as parents move in with their adult children.
VOTE: What is the best fall festival in Atlanta?
The beginning of the fall festival season is marked by colorful leaves, cooler temps and the promise of the holidays.
Outdoor furniture needs attention to keep it in shape
Now that the dog days of summer are (hopefully) behind us, Atlantans will be unwinding, dining and entertaining outdoors in droves.
Retaining Craftsman-style character in Candler Park tour home
When Milissa Cole bought her century-old bungalow in Candler Park, some changes were immediately obvious, while others required a few years of contemplation.
Some of the best places and times to see leaves change in Georgia
Every year, Georgia’s leaves turn dramatic shades of yellow, burnt orange, deep magenta, even crimson.
Karl Meltzer runs from Maine to Ga., drinking beer and eating bacon
Setting out each morning with his pockets full of bacon and finishing each evening with a few beers, ultra-marathoner Karl Meltzer ran his 45-day race from Maine to Georgia his own way.
?쁕nderground Railroad??author Whitehead to speak at Carter Center
Award-winning novelist Colson Whitehead got two endorsements for his latest, ?쏷he Underground Railroad,??that other authors may only dream about.
10 dating tips 50-plus, single women need to know
Tip No. 1. You want to put in writing both your short term and your long term dating goals. My short term goals were about meeting new and interesting men and I wanted to have fun dating.
Volunteer made it SoFAR in his quest to help those with disabilities
Joel Johnston made it - reaching his physical destinations if not his financial goal - on his sojourn to help the cause of outdoor recreation for people with disabilities.
81-year-old cancer survivor dedicated to educating others
At age 81, Gerald Ray has a mission: to let as many people as possible know about the dangers of skin cancer.
81-year-old cancer survivor dedicated to educating others
At age 81, Gerald Ray has a mission: to let as many people as possible know about the dangers of skin cancer.
Dating Coach: I emailed him, now what?
Dear Lisa, I'll be 50 this month, but I got started kind of late in life with children. I have a child who will be 8 this year.
Would your grandchildren friend you?
When Nancy Briggs's 12-year-old granddaughter, Abby, invited her to become "friends" on Facebook, the popular social-networking website, she gladly accepted.
Dating Coach: Dating widowers, scammers and others
Dear Lisa, I have dated several widowed men and they can't seem to let go of their late wives whether they were married for 40-plus years or 1 year.
Dating Coach: 10 ways to spot whether you're dating a good guy or a jerk
No. 1: A jerk's actions don't match his words. A good guy will always follow through on what he tells you he's going to do.
3 places to get active
Banning Mills Adventure Park This park proudly boasts the largest and longest zip line canopy tour on the planet — Guinness World Records gave them the bragging rights in 2012.
3 places to bend an elbow
Coastal Empire Beer Co. This award-winning Savannah brewery offers behind-the-scenes tours Thursdays through Saturdays, with guests getting a glimpse of how Coastal Empire creations such as Savannah Brown Ale come to life.
Designers like return of color in interiors
Atlanta-based Domestic Comfort offers sophisticated and stylish (not trendy) products for your home in an unpretentious atmosphere.
A look at new zip line canopy tour at Amicalola Falls
Amicalola Falls has one of the highest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi, boasting a 729-foot cascade.
Midtown condo's artwork rivaled only by its view of the city
Stephen Wells’ collection of contemporary artwork seems like it was selected just for his modern condo in Midtown.
Dating Coach: Do real men 50 and older exist?
Dear Lisa, I just had my fifth miserable first date in the last few months. I met a man who is 49 like me and lives in a nearby suburb.
Best tourist attraction in Atlanta | Best of Atlanta
Atlanta is a destination city for anyone looking for a heavy dose of Southern culture, great food and excellent attractions.
Private Quarters: Modern eclectic style in century-old West End bungalow
Inside and out, Tony McNeal and Carlton Walker provide plenty for guests to see and enjoy in their renovated early 1900s bungalow.
Brewery tours are on tap at New Belgium in Asheville
In May, New Belgium opened the “Liquid Center” tasting room at its recently up-and-running Asheville, N.
A guide to help pregnant women reduce their zika risk
Zika has a foothold in the continental United States now that mosquitoes in parts of Miami-Dade County, Florida, have infected people with the virus.
VOTING CLOSED: What is the best tourist attraction in Atlanta?
Atlanta is a destination city for anyone looking for a heavy dose of Southern culture, great food and excellent attractions.
Get personal with Atlanta?셲 architecture, design during fall home tours
Atlanta homeowners will show off their neighborhoods’ diverse architecture and interiors that range from opulent to eclectic during this fall’s home tours.
Longtime global traveler still seeking the next great adventure
Long before travel subsets became trendy — like extreme destinations, travel to learn, women going solo — Melissa Lanning was doing all of that, and more.
Viral response to travel app's suggested 47-year layover is comedy gold
A 47-year-long airport layover sounds like the stuff of our worst nightmares. <iframe width="390" height="219" src="https://www.
?쏮ystic River??author Dennis Lehane in Cumming on Sept. 27
He?셲 been called the ?쐗riter who makes crime pay.?쒪nd, boy, has it been one huge payday for fans of gritty books, films and series such as ?쏮ystic River??and ?쏥one Baby Gone.
Midcentury modern designer redo on East Lake Home Tour
Katherine Madeira and Chris Drobny were unfamiliar with mid-century modern style and Atlanta’s East Lake neighborhood when a designer’s house caught their attention on Facebook.
Decatur?셲 Thomas Mullen walks historic beat with ?쁃arktown??
?쏷hey were cops with an asterisk,??novelist Thomas Mullen says of Atlanta?셲 first black police officers.
Love, lies and loneliness color 1920s life in Amber Brock?셲 debut novel
The 1920s are often associated with glittering style and glamorous parties, but under the surface, there was great struggle.
Tips on getting ready to hit the road Labor Day weekend
Many of us hit the road for holidays, including the upcoming Labor Day weekend, but some of us are ill-prepared for handling the unexpected when it comes to our cars.
'White Rage' author: 'We know that racism is alive and well'
Back in 1999, Carol Anderson was watching the aftermath of the shooting of Amadou Diallo, an unarmed African immigrant in New York City, who was gunned down by police as he reached for his wallet.
Best skate park in Atlanta | Best of Atlanta
Atlanta is a city with many talented artists, including a plethora of skilled skaters. This week's Best of Atlanta poll discovered the best skate parks around.
Whisperin??Bill Anderson will return to his Georgia roots
His nickname came from his style of singing — low-key and simple — but his musical resume is anything but understated.
Lecture will cover three-governors controversy
The three-governors controversy of 1946-47 will be the subject of the Sept. 2 Lunch and Learn lecture at the Georgia Archives.
Innovative products can make home life easier
While you?셱e waiting for technology to deliver that flying car, a few other gizmos have been invented to make life at home easier.
Atlanta designer emphasizes organic lines, natural elements
In her residential and commercial designs, Atlanta’s Monet Masters likes to emphasize organic lines and natural elements in a style she calls “Modern Electric.
Fertility experience inspires author Belle Boggs???쁔he Art of Waiting??
Belle Boggs starting writing her first book, “Mattaponi Queen,” out of homesickness for the rural South.
Need a passport? Visit the Atlanta Passport Agency on Sept. 10
Got traveling on your mind?If you need a passport, you?셱e in luck.The Atlanta Passport Agency will host a special ?쏱assport Day??from 10 a.
William Ferris: a photographic story of the South
William Ferris, 74, the indefatigable chronicler of Southern culture, has organized departments in three different universities devoted to studying the region, has exhaustively amassed information about the South as co-editor of the Encyclopedia of Southern Culture, and has published 10 books on the topic, but he still hasn’t run out of material.
Private Quarters: Sustainable, modern living in Decatur
Architects Doug Glasgow and Yun Lee remain a bit surprised by some benefits of the energy-efficient choices in their home, which was the first renovation in Georgia to receive LEED for Homes Platinum certification from the U.
?쁗ellness travel??niche is increasingly healthy
It’s goodbye “fat farms” and hello “soft wellness,” as more travelers choose vacation destinations that meet a revised definition of health.
Jacqueline Woodson?셲 ?쁀nother Brooklyn??tackles friendship and loss
One of the questions Jacqueline Woodson fields a lot about her latest book, “Another Brooklyn,” is whether or not it is autobiographical.
VOTING CLOSED: What is the best skate park in Atlanta?
Atlanta is a city with many talented artists, including a plethora of skilled skaters. This week's Best of Atlanta poll is on the hunt for the best skate park.
Designers combine southern charm with urban chic
As owners of Atlanta?셲 Gramercy Fine Linens & Furnishings, Jenny Taubel and Cam Reynolds like to say their shop is where southern charm meets urban style.
5 ideas for getting away on Labor Day weekend
You can look at the upcoming Labor Day weekend in one of two ways: As an annoying reminder that much of the rest of the country is just starting to put a period on its leisurely summer while Georgia has been back to the 9-to-5 grind for a month now.
Private Quarters: Garden haven in Peachtree Corners
Teresa Stoker gardened in the dark when her job as president and CEO of a behavioral health hospital consumed her days.
Private Quarters: Garden haven in Peachtree Corners
Teresa Stoker gardened in the dark when her job as president and CEO of a behavioral health hospital consumed her days.
A lot of factors figure in a successful wine dinner
This past Sunday, four of Atlanta?셲 most talented sommeliers and I put on a fabulous show for a fabulous cause.
Irish country estates serve fare from local gardens
“It’s a soft day,” said Damien Bastiat, general manager of Ballyfin hotel, an elegantly restored country house set in the middle of Ireland.
Stylist fashions a Vinings renovation with timeless pieces
There’s a sauna in Vickie Kirbo’s closet. Los Angeles celebrity stylist, designer and friend Mark-Alan Harmon included the small sweat box, which is supposed to help people "detox" and improve their complexion, among other benefits, in the plans for her Vinings closet transformation.
Breakfast nooks provide all-day functionality and cozy vibes
The term ?쐀reakfast nook??is deceptive. After all, when you have an area in the kitchen for a table and seating, it gets used at all hours of the day.
A widow takes the helm at Blackberry Farm
For someone who could ski as well as Sam Beall, his first run down a Colorado slope that February afternoon was supposed to be easy.
Designer duo injects classic with color
If you want quirky and a style that injects classic elements with color, talk to Atlanta?셲 designers Lathem Gordon and Cate Dunning, the high-energy founders of Atlanta-based GordonDunning.
There is one amenity homebuyers always look for
For years, builders and developers have offered a range of amenities that offer buyers more than just a home; they’re also apt to find a swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, fitness center and other features that enhance the neighborhood.
Cumming foreclosure transformed with farmhouse flair
Jeff and Wendy Durnwald cared for a half-built house for nearly three years before they bought the property near Lake Lanier.
Best stage theater in Atlanta | Best of Atlanta
In a city full of excellent stage theaters, you are bound to have top-notch theater experiences. In this week's Best of Atlanta poll, you let us know where you most enjoy seeing a live stage performance.
Cohousing communities take neighborly bonding to another level
Tricycles, bicycles and scooters are scattered along the new sidewalk, the path that founding residents Anne Olson and Pete Pages affectionately call ?쏮ain Street??at East Lake Commons.
Cancer survivor creates spa-like sanctuary at home
Finny Moore gazes through her master bedroom skylights each night and appreciates being alive. She and her husband, Ron, added the skylights, among other renovations, to make the house comfortable during her cancer treatment when they bought the home in 2009.
AJC's Best of Atlanta 2016 winners ... so far
We are a little over halfway through our 2016 Best of Atlanta campaign, and the results so far have been overwhelmingly enthusiastic for our favorite places, restaurants and experiences.
?쁋eft Behind??co-author dies, had ties to Forsyth County church
The Rev. Richard Lee, founding pastor of First Redeemer Church in Cumming, remembers the time he got a call from longtime friend Tim LaHaye about a new book.
Tim LaHaye, co-author of ?쏬eft Behind??series dies, had Atlanta ties
The Rev. Richard Lee, founding pastor of First Redeemer Church in Cumming, remembers the time he got a call from longtime friend Tim LaHaye about a new book.
Author wants to set record straight about Georgia?셲 first flight
The Wright Brothers vigorously defended their place as the first aviators on the planet. Georgia’s own “Wright Brothers” were more casual.
Private Quarters: Art, activity abound in Buckhead home
Artist Nancy B. Westfall has a home studio, but when she wants feedback on a new painting, she moves her abstracts to the room where it will get her family’s attention and feedback.
Best farmers market in Atlanta | Best of Atlanta
Which farmers market was declared the Best of Atlanta? From vegetables and fruit to locally sourced meats and treats, farmers markets around Atlanta have as much selection as your local grocery store.
California native known for designing glamorous spaces
When fans of her interiors bombarded Eddie Brumbaugh with emails about where to find ?쐔hat sophisticated sectional or lamp,??the Atlanta designer decided it was time to open Jackson Charles Home in West Midtown.
Private Quarters: Classic contemporary home at Lake Lanier
After living in land-locked Kansas, Amanda Gorecki gravitated toward water in Georgia. Gorecki, her husband, John, and children moved to the Atlanta area in 2009, and as home prices reached a bottom, they found a new Lake Lanier home with a slashed price on a steep yet deepwater lot.
Catch of the day: A dive into Georgia farmed fish and aquaculture
When temperatures soar above 100 degrees and the desire for heavy food plummets, a bowl of ceviche, a plate of oysters or some cedar-planked salmon hits the spot.
You can legitimately run a marathon on Tybee ??and take 2 days to finish
Running a marathon seems like such a cool idea. But, um, … do you really have to do the whole thing all at once?
VOTING CLOSED: What is the best farmers market in Atlanta?
Which farmers market deserves to be named the Best in Atlanta? From vegetables and fruit to locally sourced meats and treats, farmers markets around Atlanta have as much selection as your local grocery store.
Ways to personalize and maximize space in college dorms, apartments
Rich Haislip, a visual director for Macy?셲 in Atlanta, brought design expertise when his daughter, Laurel, started college and needed to decorate her dorm room and eventually an apartment.
Decatur home designers: Options for dream kitchen are endless
As any architect, builder or homeowner will say, the kitchen is the heart of the house. It’s where families and friends congregate not just for meals but often to socialize, do homework, pay bills and relax.
Private Quarters: Cozy chic DIY style in Douglas County home
Some people multitask. Alaya Sheardon has a multipurpose mindset for decorating her home. She converted a piano bench from a thrift store into an end table, by painting it with a black semi-gloss spray and adding upholstery nails around the border for an extra touch.
The best places to curl up with a book in Atlanta
We've come up with a list of the best places around Atlanta to get cozy with a good novel. Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party: This Candler Park coffee shop is a whimsical, homey getaway that is open Tuesday through Sunday.
Drug-resistant 'super bacteria' found along Rio's Olympic beaches
Brazilian researchers have found drug-resistant bacteria along several of Rio de Janeiro's beaches, and the Olympics are merely a month away.
Is toxic algae moving to Central Florida?
Orlando's WFTV spoke to experts Tuesday to find out if the toxic algae bloom spreading across South Florida beaches is moving to Central Florida.
Best family attraction in Atlanta | Best of Atlanta
Summertime is here, and family activities are where it's at. This week's Best of Atlanta poll results explore the best family attractions our city has to offer.
Author hoped to advance debate about pit bulls, became target instead
The Regulator Bookshop is a modest street-front store just a few blocks from Duke University, the kind of place where until recently the most controversial reading involved the basketball coaches from the Blue Devils??main rival.
Atlanta design duo brings sense of humor to job
Jennifer Reiner and Robert White are serious about creating unique spaces for their residential and corporate clients throughout the South.
Handsome Buckhead townhome exudes formal air
Clinton Rice felt a kinship with the previous owners of his Buckhead townhome. They decorated the residence with furniture and antiques, including items from one of his go-to spots, Scott Antique Market, held the second weekend of every month in Atlanta.
Headed to the Gulf Coast? Check for beach advisories about dangerous bacteria first
If you're planning a Gulf Coast vacation this summer, don't forget to check for beach advisories about dangerous Enterococci bacteria before you take a dip.
Dog-friendly beaches in Georgia
Hate to leave your furry companion behind while on vacation? You don’t have to at these popular beach getaways.
You can move without a moving company, but it takes some planning
You?셶e found a great new place to live and have started to think about new paint colors, furniture placement and the housewarming party you?셱e going to host once you?셱e settled.
Author Robert Beatty of ?쏶erafina??series in Alpharetta to promote book
Author Robert Beatty comes to Georgia in July to promote his latest book, ?쏶erafina and the Twisted Staff??
VOTING CLOSED: What is the best family attraction in Atlanta?
Summertime is here, and family activities are where it's at. This week's Best of Atlanta poll explores the best family attractions our city has to offer.
The art of the Southern porch party
It’s a bit muggy and the air is kind of still. You don’t mind. You’re on the porch, slowly rocking on that wooden two-person swing.
Gigantic indoor water park coming to Georgia
A new attraction planned for LaGrange will give visitors something to howl about. Great Wolf Lodge, located at exit 13 off I-85, about 68 miles southwest of Atlanta, will include a 93,000-square-foot water park.
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