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On October 8, an impressive gathering of Atlanta’s leading influencers converged on a multi-million-dollar estate at the The 6th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic.
This lavish event, conceived by renowned menswear designer Miguel Wilson, and generously sponsored by Bentley Atlanta and The Corbett Group, serves as a fundraiser for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation.
City’s Best Show Out At Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens attended this year’s event as a distinguished guest of honor.
“This year was the best year we’ve had by far,” Wilson said. “We put a lot of work into this event every year, so to see the turnout, and the response blows me away each and every time. One of the things that I am most proud of with the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic is that we work hard to give one of the most unique and luxurious experiences centered around fashion and polo. We also pride ourselves in treating each ticketholder like they’re a VIP.”
Photo credit: Darrell Stoney
The guest list featured a constellation of notable figures, including Young Jeezy (rapper), Cynthia Bailey (Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta), Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (HGTV’s Married To Real Estate), actress Demetria McKinney (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne), actor Lamman Rucker (OWN’s Greenleaf), actress Cocoa Brown (Tyler Perry’s For Better or For Worse), and Pastor Jamal Bryant (New Birth Missionary Baptist Church).
In the past six years, the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic grew from a one-day event to an entire weekend, which started on Friday, October 6, this year. For ticketholders, the weekend kicked off with a welcome party at the Starling Hotel. The next day, Saturday, Oct. 7, was the Polo & Pumps Day party at the Starling Hotel and the Cocktails & Cigars Under the Stars rooftop party at the Thompson Hotel. However, the big event that garnered the most attention and attendance was the signature Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic event on Sunday.
During Sunday’s Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic guests enjoyed a polo match that consisted of some of the top polo players from across the country. Wilson and his wife Chancey Wilson also participated in the match, riding for the same team.
Afterward, guests were privy to a fashion show featuring emerging and established designers with celebrity participants that included Mimi Faust (VH1’s Love & Hip Hop Atlanta), Martell Holt (OWN’s Love & Marriage Huntsville) Ralph Pittman (Real Housewives of Atlanta), actor Michael Bolwaire(BET’s All The Queen’s Men) Damian Hall (of Guy), former NFL Play JaMarcus Russell, who all walked in the event’s fashion show.
R&B singers Q Parker and Lil G (of SILK) performed during the event, while. actor Palmer Williams (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne) served as emcee of this year’s fashion show.
The most important aspect of this event is that its main reason for existence is to serve as a fundraiser for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Miguel Wilson back in 2018. The organization works to provide underprivileged youth with opportunities to participate in equestrian sports.
Since its creation, the organization’s biggest accomplishment was helping to create the Morehouse Polo Club, the first-ever polo team at a Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Wilson served as a co-founder of the Morehouse Polo Club and was honored for his efforts by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and the State of Georgia.
Ride to the Olympics Foundation is now focusing on creating multiple youth polo teams.
“I’d like to thank Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens for participating in this year’s Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic. His support means a lot to me, in addition to the support that we received this year from Fulton County Arts & Culture (FACE). I’d also like to thank our longtime sponsors Bentley Atlanta and The Corbett Group; as well as all of our vendors who help make this event possible,” Wilson said.
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Making money doesn’t have to take up all your time and energy. You can actually generate a decent amount of cash with passive income.
Passive income is the type of positive cash flow that works out front because you’ve done so behind the scenes.
How Can I Make Quick Money In Atlanta?
If you’re trying to make some quick cash in Atlanta, the way to do is to put together a plan that works. The issue is that you may not have the time to devote to the project or task that generates cash flow for you.
In that case, passive income is exactly what you need. It can actually generate quick cash for you on a continual basis.
10 Best Passive Income Ideas To Make Extra Money
In this article, we’ll explore ways to make passive income so that you can generate a positive cash flow each month.
For this passive income ideas we’ll discuss, you won’t have to know or learn a specialized skill, although it never hurts to already know one. But first, let’s answer a key question…
What Is Passive Income?
When you say “passive income” a lot of people get the wrong idea. They think that you’re doing a side hustle, which often takes up just about time and energy as a real hustle.
An idea that generates passive income means that its churning in the background while you’re focused on something else, or better yet, resting.
1. Rent Out A Room In Your Home
You may not realize how many people are looking for a room to rent right now. All you have to do is go to places like:
By renting out your room, you can charge whatever the going rate for a one-bedroom apartment goes for, especially if you’re providing amenities like free cable / streaming and use of appliances and utilities.
Don’t know where to start? Here’s how to rent your a room in your home.
2. Flip A Home
If you’ve ever had the opportunity to get into real estate, you know that many homes are wads of money. The key is to get a home that needs minimal repair and flip.
The process of flipping a house does not have to take a long time. In fact, some people can’t do it in as little as two months.
The key to making money from a home flip is to buy it at wholesale prices. How go do that, you ask? Buy the home in foreclosure.
3. Write A Book
You may not consider yourself an author, but who are you to judge? Many successful authors didn’t know they could write a bestselling book until they did it. Today you can write a book online and sell i. Here are some online platforms that allow you to write a book and sell it:
4. Invest In The Stock Market
A lot of people don’t play the stock market, because they don’t understand it. But it’s pretty easy.
The basic idea of buying stocks involves buying shares in companies that are publicly traded in the stock exchange.
You can make passive income by investing in companies for a set amount and letting them make money for you! Some companies pay dividends, which are checks that are sent to you periodically.
5. Advertise On Your Vehicle
If you put a lot of miles on your vehicle to and from work, you could make even more money by advertising on your car.
There are companies out there that pay good money to wrap your car in their logo or branding. All you have to do is drive around town displaying their name on your car.
How It Works: The companies all have mile requirements that will determine how much you get paid. Some of the top car-advertising companies are:
6. Sell Your Old Photos
If you’ve got a lot of pictures in an old photo album or phone, you could be sitting on a gold mine.
There are a lot of companies that will buy your old images, especially if they’re of wildlife or nature. Here are some platforms that allow you to sell your photos online:
7. Sell Your Music Online
Are you musically inclined? If you then if you aren’t making money from your music you’re missing out on some good passive income.
The truth is that music is one of the easiest ways to make money today. You can upload your music to sites like:
Here’s how you can sell your old photos.
8. Offer Online Courses
If you’re a good teacher with a highly sought skill, you can make money by putting together a course.
There are websites that allow you to sell courses online. All it takes is some legwork to put the course together and you can sell it.
Here are some of the best sites to offer a course online:
9. Sell Your Art
Do you have portraits, sketches or paintings just sitting around the house gathering dust? You can earn passive income by selling art.
Some websites that pay handsomely for your sketches are:
10. Create YouTube Videos
If you’ve got a knack for talking about things, you can make money online by making Youtube videos.
YouTube, which is a part of Google, pays you through its Adsense program. The internet is filled with people who say they’ve made $10,000 on Youtube in a short period.
The truth is that you’ll have to go viral or have a huge following to make a lot of money, but you won’t know until you try.
Final Thoughts
There’s no doubt that you want to make some extra money. But do you have the time to devote to a full-on business? If not, you need to consider passive income.
After reading this list, you may say to yourself, “I’ve thought about doing some of those passive income ideas, but I just haven’t.” That’s the thing. You have to give it a try.
Successful people don’t work hard, but they have a plan that does. When it comes to making passive income, you may have to put some effort into the idea before you see some lasting results.
If you’re interested in making extra income, don’t miss How To Make Money At Home and How To Quarantine And Make Cash.
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No. 1 Georgia turned in its best performance on their 2023 football schedule with a 51-13 victory over 20th-ranked Kentucky on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023.
The Bulldogs scored every time they touched the ball in the first half, taking a 34-7 lead into the tunnel at halftime.
Georgia Is Playing With Confidence
UGA quarterback Carson Beck said the Dawgs started strong due to the confidence they got from last week’s win at Auburn.
“I definitely think there is a thing such as momentum, so coming into the game after coming off a road win in the SEC, we felt good and very confident,” Beck said in postgame comments. “That showed tonight.”
It also showed from Beck’s performance, in which he tossed four touchdowns for 389 yards.
The Dawgs’ star tight end Brock Bowers finished the game with seven catches for 132 yards.
The Wildcats were outplayed in every facet of the game on a night that many UK fans thought they would be up to the task.
‘The Moment Was Too Big for Them’
“It is hard to come up with an opening statement after a beatdown like that,” Kentucky coach Mark Stoops said. “It has been a while. It doesn’t feel good. I told the team that the good news is that it counts as one game.”
Stoops said although he thought his team was ready, after Georgia jumped out to a 14-0 lead after one quarter, he knew the ‘Cats were in trouble.
I just didn’t have them ready for that moment,” Stoops said. “The moment was too big for them. We didn’t play very good, we didn’t play very disciplined, we didn’t play very tough. We didn’t get it done.”
Kirby Likes UGA’s Physicality
Georgia coach Kirby Smart said what we saw on the field was what was preached during the week at practice.
“Our players started fast, finally, and that was great to get a start-fast game,” Smart said. “We challenged them all week to have a connected physicality.”
Here the highlights:
Final Play
The Dawgs are starting to gel in a special way at just the right time. Can the two-time defending national champion Bulldogs three-peat? For now, they are undefeated (6-0, 3-0 Southeastern Conference) and ride a 23-game win streak.
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The escape room enthusiast is someone who likes a particular kind of fun. Long on thrills and short on frills, escape rooms have become popular in Georgia’s largest city.
This article will show you the best escape rooms in Atlanta.
What Are The Top Escape Rooms In Atlanta?
Let’s take a look at what Atlanta had to offer in terms of escape rooms.
Escape Room Adventure In Atlanta
The Escape Game Atlanta features an epic 60-minute private adventure that allows you to choose several situations from which to use your wits against. Book now.
Alien Terror
Straight from the people that gave us Atlanta’s acclaimed NETHERWORLD Haunted House is Escape The NETHERWORLD, a series of escape rooms to thrill local audiences. A new escape room has been added to its terrifying roster of games: Alien Terror: The Doom of the Dark Horizon.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Escape the Netherworld. “We have done all the rooms here. This place is beyond amazing. The rooms are multi level and there’s plenty of things for each team member to work on. The rooms here are decorated in elaborate themes that help make the experience amazing. Can’t wait for a new room here. Alien terror is the hardest room right now. You definitely have to work as a team on this one. Sasquatch room has several jump scares in it that are great.”
Beat The Bomb Atlanta
1483 Chattahoochee Ave., Atlanta GA. 30318 | 404-458-4862
Photo credit: Best the Bomb Atlanta
Here’s what one reviewer says about Beat the Bomb Atlanta. “This might be the most fun I’ve ever had anywhere!!! Went to celebrate a 16th birthday and was so thrilled. The entire experience exceeded my expectations. Went with a diverse age group with varied interests and we all had a good time. We were laughing, yelling and cheering. Highly recommend this unique experience. I’m so very said that there isn’t one in tampa. I would love to go again.”The Escape Game Atlanta
Photo credit: The Escape Game Atlanta
900 Battery Ave., Ste 1020 Atlanta, GA 30339 | 678-831-6347Here’s what one reviewer says about The Escape Game Atlanta. “Probably one of the most amazing experiences I’ve had. Went here for my friend’s birthday and did ‘The Heist’. It’s a very immersive experience and a lot of fun figuring things out. You can leave at any time so it’s not nerve-racking at all and the game masters and staff are super great. The nice front desk girl even found a t-shirt that fit me. Love this place and hopefully will be returning some day soon.”
Final Word
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in Atlanta, make an escape room part of your plans. They are great for date nights.
Main image by Paul Malerba /Pexels
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A new Atlanta restaurant just opened in Buckhead, Tulum Kitchen and Bar. The eatery describes itself as a “Mexican resort-style” restaurant. And judging from the menu, it looks like this could be one of the best Mexican restaurants in Atlanta.
What’s On the Menu At Tulum Kitchen & Bar?
On the Tulum menu, you’ll find such delectable dishes as Empanadillas De Birria / Pan Seared Birria Beef Dumplings, Salnon A La Plancha/Pan Seared Salmon served over crisp baccala-potato cake, brussel sprout hash & citrus coconut cream
On the beverage menu, check out the Baschata Mystika ft. Herradura Silver, which is a margarita with mint, avocado, smoked jalapeno & flavorful cilantro salt.
You can also try the Crimson Cenote and the Zoma, which is their take on the strawberry margarita with lime.
What Are The Hours At Tulum Kitchen & Bar?
- Tuesday | 5PM to 2AM (Kitchen closes at 1AM)
- Wednesday & Thursday | 5PM to 1AM (Kitchen closes at 12AM)
- Friday | 5PM to 2AM (Kitchen closes at 1AM)
- Saturday | 1PM to 2AM (Kitchen closes at 1AM)
- Sunday | 1PM to 12AM (Kitchen closes at 11PM)
Where Is Tulum Kitchen & Bar Located?
Tulum Kitchen and bar is located at 3167 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, Ga. 30305. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final Bite
If you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.
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The Lakewood-area movie studio in southwest Atlanta is getting a new owner.
Cinespace Studios has announced that it has acquired EUE/Screen Gems studio campuses in Atlanta and Wilmington.
EUE/Screen Gems New Owner: Cinespace
Instead of EUE/Screen Gems, the new name for the Atlanta studio will be Cinespace Atlanta.
This development signals Cinespace’s plans for growth and its need for a diverse portfolio to attract big-time productions.
The Atlanta studio features 360,000 square feet of production space across 13 sound stages. New to the property is office space, additional support space, and three brand new purpose-built sound stages each over 21,000 square feet.
What Movies Were Produced At EUE/ Screen Gems in Atlanta?
EUE/Screen Gems studio has been the filming and production site for many major movies, including:
- Stranger Things (2016–2025) …
- The Haunting of Hill House (2018) …
- Black Panther (2018) …
- Flight (I) (2012) …
- The Founder (2016) …
- The Internship (2013) …
- Devious Maids (2013–2016)
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens commented: “The City of Atlanta welcomes Cinespace Studios under their new ownership. We look forward to collaborating with the studio to expand our city’s legacy as an incubator for storytellers, innovators, and entertainment industry professionals – both in front and behind the camera.”
Final Scene
Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.
See our Movies Page for more.Are you interested in becoming an actor in Atlanta? You’re in the right place!
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
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East Point is getting a new cookie joint: Crumbl is opening at Camp Creek this weekend. The store joins an area with some of the best restaurants in East Point.
The company was founded by two cousins, Jason McGowan (CEO) & Sawyer Hemsley (COO), who opened their first Crumbl in Logan, Utah.
When Is Crumbl Opening In East Point?
Crumbl is set to open its doors on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023.
“We’re giving away a FREE Party Box to celebrate the Grand Opening of Crumbl in East Point! Check out the post in our Facebook Event to learn more about how to be entered to win!” the eatery said on Facebook.
The company became known for having “the world’s best chocolate chip cookie,” and the rest was history.
Crumbl Brings Cookies To Camp Creek
Crumbl is one of those sweets shops that have grown around metro Atlanta in recent years. The company specializes in in-store orders, dessert delivery and curbside pickup. You can also order cookies online and through theiir app.
Where Is Crumbl In East Point Located?
Crumbl is located at 3645 Marketplace Blvd #140, East Point, GA 30344. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, Crumbl is not the only game in town. Check out the top desserts in Atlanta. These restaurants make you forget about calories!
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Of all the important things you have to do today, sleep is perhaps the most vital. That’s why you need a good mattress and now. Are you in the market for a new, comfortable mattress?
We’re going to show you the best mattress stores in Atlanta and what real people have to say about them, in case you want to purchase one of their products.
What Company Sells The Best Mattress?
While there has been considerable expert analysis done on the best mattress brands, much of it depends on your individual preferences, weight, body frame and other personal factors.
We have researched the top mattresses that consumers use for restful sleep.
Here Are The Best Mattress Stores In Atlanta
The mattress industry is the only one that is literally dependent on people who are asleep! That doesn’t mean it’s hard to know quality from less-than-good mattress.
Let’s just say right away, that there are some great mattress options on Amazon that may be hard to beat in price:
- Ashley Furniture Signature Design – 12″ Memory Express Foam Mattress
- Linenspa 8″ Memory Foam
- Zinus Memory Foam 12″ Green Tea Mattress, Queen
- Vibe 12″ Gel Memory Foam Mattress
- Inofia Queen Mattress 12″ Hybrid Innerspring Double Mattress
The Difference Between Foam vs. Spring vs. Gel Mattresses
A spring mattress is more conventional: It has a spring in it. A memory foam mattress is good for cradling support as it yields to the curvatures and indentations created by your body. A gel mattress has been pumped with gel to assist in internal temperature cooling.
Now let’s get into what Atlanta has to offer in terms of mattress stores:
Sleep Number
3435 Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 467-2454
Photo credit: Ty Carlson / Unsplash Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Sleep Number: “Very informative trip. Cody was very helpful and knowledgeable. We appreciate the time he spent with us and recommend buying from sleep number.”
Mattress Firm Ansley
1544 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 685-3089
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Mattress Firm Ansley: “I Visited this location to look for a new mattress with a limited budget as a gift for my son who has back problems. The manager “Nic” was extremely helpful and knowledgeable and we were able to purchase a set without breaking the bank. I would recommend this location to anyone who would like to purchase a new Mattress without being pressured to spend way more than you can afford. They are flexible and will do everything to accommodate your budget without sacrificing quality.”
Mattress Firm Midtown
650 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Bldg 800 Ste A, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 815-9600
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Mattress Firm Midtown: “Romeo was outstanding. Walked me through different options to gauge what was the best mattress for me, talking me through how each mattress made me feel—especially important since I’ve had a lower back injury. I can’t say enough good things about the selection, prices, and customer service. When it comes to mattresses, I don’t see myself doing business with anyone but Romeo in the future.”
Casper
650 North Avenue NE Unit S203, Atlanta, GA 30308 |
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Casper: “I’m usually not the type to write a review, but my experience at this store was so awesome that I decided to share! The staff was amazing! Quintin, was my sales person and he was very helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. I tend to ask a lot of questions and he patiently answered all of them. He also didn’t pressure me into making a purchase, which is a plus, as I usually dread going into mattress stores because of this. Quintin is now my go to guy for all things Casper!”
Mattress Outlet | Atlanta
1335 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 355-7606
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Mattress Outlet: “Love this Store!!! No pressure and to the point. Some friendly pointers as this is not a regular retail store- it’s a true factory outlet. Everything is sold As Is. No refunds, No exchanges and No warranties. Be prepared to arrange your own delivery/tie down yourself in addition to getting your scores home. You have 7 days from when you buy. PROS: 1. You Save alot of $$$ off retail 50 to 70%. 2. Name brand mattresses. 3. Easy shopping experience. 4. Knowledgable and professional. 5. No sales fluff or smoke. Direct. CONS: 1. Very hard to get them on the phone. 2. Very small staffing. (I’m sure that’s why it’s hard to get them on the phone from what I saw while I was there.) 3. What you see is what you have to choose from. They don’t have stacks of the same identical stuff in back.”
Mattress Firm
3158 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 869-0510
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Mattress Firm: “Rodney helped me, and he was amazing! He was super helpful. Greeted me, remembered me, and took me directly to the product I was interested in, as soon as I walked in. I didn’t have my physical card with me and needed to use Apple Pay (which they don’t support). He was so patient and accommodating, and he came up with a work around that allowed me to make a web payment! Couldn’t have been happier with my experience.”Original Mattress Factory
3230 Peachtree Rd Suite #100, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 237-5778
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about the Original Mattress Factory: “Absolutely amazing customer service from beginning to end. Having been a previous customer, I was happy to be updated with all of the ways things have improved since I last purchased. Al was exceptionally friendly & helpful…he knew the answers to all of our questions, and didn’t sell us on anything. The product sells itself, and his confidence & product knowledge were an excellent backdrop.”
While you can certainly shop online for a mattress, nothing beats touch. So visit your local mattress store for a brand you may have seen online. Once you try it out, you’ll know it’s the one for you.
When Is The Best Month To Shop For A Mattress?
When it comes to the best times to buy a mattress, manufacturers are typically trying to get rid of their old inventory around March and April. The reason is because new products come in around May and June, which is when most people are out shopping due to the nicer weather.
You can also look to shop around the Christmas holidays, where sales are plentiful.
How Frequently Should A Mattress Be Replaced?
If you’re only sleeping on your mattress (for the most part), you should be able to go up to 10 years on a quality mattress. Of course, there are a lot of variables, such as kids and pets.
Around year eight, you should look for signs of wear and determine whether it’s time to start shopping for a new mattress or now.
Final Word
Getting a mattress that you can actually sleep on is very important in today’s hectic world. Do your research and choose from one of top brands listed above.
With all of the traffic and long days at work, nothing beats great sleep. It may be hard to accomplish that if you don’t have something nice to sleep on.
Looking to shop? Check out the best malls in Atlanta
Along with the many things to eat in the city, you can also find some top-notch stores for shopping.
In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.
Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!
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The iconic Krispy Kreme in Midtown Atlanta is set to open on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, the company has announced.
Update: The Ponce Krispy Kreme has reopened.
After two two massive fires, the Ponce de Leon Avenue Krispy Kreme is coming back, says part-owner Shaquille O’Neal.Krispy Kreme In Midtown: I’m Baaaaackkk
To sweeten its return to the Atlanta food scene, Krispy Kreme says during its grand re-opening week, it will randomly award 10 dozen guests a Celebration Ticket worth a dozen free Original Glazed doughnuts every month for a year.“We made a promise to the Ponce community and all of Atlanta and we’re delivering on it,” Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Global Chief Brand Officer, said in a statement. “Everyone has been so supportive during our bounce-back process and we’re thrilled to turn on the Hot Light. Our longstanding presence in Ponce is core to the community. Beginning Oct. 10, delicious, fresh Krispy Kreme doughnuts and all the happiness that comes with enjoying and sharing them will be back.”
When Is The Ponce Krispy Kreme Reopening?
The Krispy Kreme on Ponce is set to open this summer, although no specific time was announced.“We’re bouncing back better than I even imagined,” O’Neal said on social media. “I can’t wait to turn on the Hot Light. It’s gonna light up the whole neighborhood. Get ready, Ponce!”O’Neal released an artist’s rendering of what the rebuilt Krispy Kreme would look like, showing a sleep design with its signature white brick exterior.Shaq bought an interest in the Krispy Kreme in 2016. It was set on fire the following year due to arson.Once rebuilt, it caught fire again.In December 2021, Krispy Kreme opened a temporary pop-up shop at the Ponce location, serving glaze donuts, coffee and more.“We’ve struck a balance of modernization and honoring the historical significance of our Ponce shop’s location. We think our fans are going to love it,” said Krispy Kreme Global Chief Brand Officer Dave Skena, “The community has shown us so much support and patience as we designed the new shop. We can’t wait to be back with our guests, sharing joy and serving delicious, fresh Krispy Kreme doughnuts.”Final Word
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
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The death spiral for Bed, Bath and Beyond has begun in some respects. The company recently executed a plan as part of its bankruptcy that would make its shares on Wall Street worthless. That means its shareholders and investors will get nothing.
What makes the development even more puzzling is that Bed, Bath and Beyond still has assets totaling about $42 million.
What Will Happen To Bed, Bath and Beyond?
Bed, Bath and Beyond stores will likely go away at some point, but it’s no telling when that will happen. The brand itself will likely remain untouched or it may go away and transition to that of its new owners, Overstock.com.
In June 2023, when Overstock announced it was buying Bed, Bath and Beyond, it seemed to have a plan in place for continuation, but that is unclear now.
“This acquisition is a significant and transformative step for us,” said Overstock CEO, Jonathan Johnson. “Bed Bath & Beyond is an iconic consumer brand, well-known in the home retail marketplace. The combination of our winning asset-light business model and the high awareness and loyalty of the Bed Bath & Beyond brand will improve the customer experience and position the Company for accelerated market share growth.”
Final Word
As part of Overstock’s takeover, it has plans to re-launch the Bed Bath & Beyond domain in Canada and overhaul its website, app and loyalty program in the United States. The plan is for new and existing customers of both Overstock and Bed Bath & Beyond will experience a single online shopping destination. Will it work? We’ll see.