• Postino WineCafe opens in Atlanta

    Postino WineCafé Opens In Buckhead

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    Wine bar and cafe Postino WineCafé opened Monday, September 12, 2022 in Atlanta. The opening represents the first Southeast location for Postino WineCafé and will be followed by another one in West Midtown.

    Do you love charcuterie? if so, you’ll love everything about Postino WineCafé, which is located in an old Blockbuster store.

    Postino WineCafé Opening In Buckhead

    In addition to the Atlanta location, other Postino WineCafé locations include Arizona, California, Colorado and Texas.

    The establishment’s menu includes an array of charcuterie boards like The Bounty, which has roasted heirloom carrot, cauliflower, broccolini, sweet pepper, blistered brussel sprout, spicy marcona almond and more. Also, there’s Nick’s Board, which includes warm soft pretzel, Italian sausage, Spanish pork link, creamy pimento cheese, spicy Peruvian corn nut, sweety drop pepper and packo pickle.

    Of course, aside from the food, you can enjoy a bevy of wines by the glass and bottle.

    Where Is Postino WineCafé Located In Buckhead?

    Postino WineCafé in Buckhead is located at 3655 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, Ga. 30342. Here is a map to help you find it.

    Final Word

    Postino also has a daily happy hour until 5 p.m. including a dedicated wine list and $6 glasses of wine and pitchers of beer. Here are some of the best happy hours in Atlanta.

    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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  • L.O.A. brunch

    L.O.A. Launches Brunch This Weekend In Atlanta

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    There’s no better way to get your weekend morning started off than with a hearty brunch. Restaurant L.O.A., the new and hip eatery in West Midtown, is launching brunch service this weekend in Atlanta.

    Brunch service will be offered in both the Restaurant and in the Grove sections of L.O.A.

    New Brunch Spot: L.O.A.

    L.O.A. is offering a brunch like no other. Instead of the stuffy traditional breakfast complete with overly cheerful maitre’d, this is your chance to indulge as you sip innovative cocktails near the pool amid the cabanas while a DJ plays atmospheric mixes.

    And did we mention the food?

    What’s On L.O.A.’s Brunch Menu?

    L.O.A. menu

    The L.O.A. brunch menu includes refreshing twists on the classics like:

    • Le Omelette served with gruyere, fontina, truffled seasonal mushrooms, and potato galette
    • Brunch Burger with egg, thick cut bacon, truffle garlic aioli, taleggio and pommes frites
    • Strozzapreti Cacio e Pepe with pecorino crumble, and a pinot grigio emulsion
    • Crêpes Mille Feuille Brûlée with chocolate and banana

    When Are The Brunch Hours At L.O.A?

    Brunch service at L.O.A. starts at 11 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday.

    You’ll need to make reservations to ensure that you get a seat at the weekend brunch.

    Brunch is kind of a big deal in Atlanta. There are several delicious spots that are off the beaten path that you should definitely know about. Here’s our Atlanta Brunch Guide.

    Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?

    Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta

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  • Regina King and Sterling K. Brown of "Honk for Jesus"

    The Stars Came Out For Bronze Lens Film Festival 2022 (PICS)

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    The stars came out for the 2022 Bronze Lens Festival in Atlanta recently. They came. They saw. They concurred.

    This year’s festival took place August 23-28, 2022 in the city’s downtown and Midtown areas. Here are some of the top images from the event.

    Terri J. Vaughn

    Terri J. Vaughn
    Photo credit: Daniel Morris

    Actress, director, and producer Terri J. Vaughn was on hand to promote her Hallmark Mahogany film, Unthinkably Good Things.

    Christian Keyes

    Christian Keyes in Atlanta
    Photo credit: Daniel Morris

    Star of BET’s All the Queen’s Men, Christian Keyes was on hand well.

    Salli Richardson-Whitfield

    Salli Richardson-Whitfield at the Bronze Lens Festival in Atlanta
    Photo credit Daniel Morris.

    Salli Richardson-Whitfield accepts the Behind the Lens SuperStar Award at Bronze Lens’ annual Women SuperStar Honors.

    Shayla Cowan, Kathleen Bertrand, Heather Hayslett And Will Packer

    Will Packer
    Photo credit: Paul Biagui

    Shayla Cowan (from left), co-producer of the 2022 Academy Awards, poses with Kathleen Bertrand and Heather Hayslett and filmmaker Will Packer after accepting the Emerging Behind the Lens SuperStar Award. Cowan
    is known for producing Girls Trip, Night School, Little, What Men Want, and more. 

    Lamann Rucker

    Actor Lamann Rucker in Atlanta Bronze Lens Festival
    Photo credit Paul Biagui.

    Actor Lamann Rucker hosts the Women SuperStar Honors event at the 2022 Bronze Lens Film Festival in Atlanta.

    Eva Marcille

    Eva Marcille at the Bronze Lens Festival in Atlanta
    Photo credit: Daniel Morris

    Actress Eva Marcille, best known for winning America’s Next Top Model, is honored atBronzeLens’ annual Women SuperStar Honors event.

    Final Word

    Atlanta is a breeding ground for actors as well as movie and TV productions. The Bronze Lens Film Festival showcases the very best of that. Celebrities love to hang out in the city.

    Are you interested in becoming an actor in Atlanta? You’re in the right place!   

    With nearly 1,000 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.
     

    Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls

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  • Another Wing DJ Khaled review

    Review: We Tried DJ Khaled’s Another Wing. Here’s What To Know

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    When we told you that a new food concept from DJ Khaled would be coming to Atlanta, we knew it would shake up the wing business here. After all, Mr. “Another One” knows how to make a hit.

    Now that Another Wing, Khaled’s chicken wing delivery service, is available on GrubHub and UberEats, I’ve had the pleasure of trying it a couple times now.

    Is Another Wing Any Good?

    Another Wing is a delivery-only food concept from DJ Khaled and Reef Technologies. The endeaver serves food by way of the “ghost kitchen” model. That means you have to order via app and get your food delivered; there is no physical place to dine in.

    I used the UberEats app and got the Classic Bone-In 10-piece wings along with some Truffle Parm Fries.

    Another Wing 10-piece wings in Atlanta
    Photo credit: AtlantaFi.com

    How was it? It was good! The wings were pretty sizeable and juicy, which stood out compared to some of the area chicken wing places.

    I also ordered some ranch dressing to dip the wings in. With the fries was a parmesan-based yellow sauce that was both tangy and offered a different flavor than the wings.

    What’s On The Menu At Another Wing?

    According to Reef Technologies, Another Wing will feature several American favorites that you can enjoy. Here are some of the signature flavors you can order:

    • Un Un Un Believable Buffalo
    • Don’t Quit Nashville Hot
    • You Loyal! Lemon Pepper
    • Honey! Honey!
    • Hot Honey Siracha
    • They Don’t Want You To Win TRUFFALO.
    • All I Do Is Wing: 10 Wing Combo
    • Major Hungry Pack: 15 Piece
    • 10 Wings

    Chicken Tenders

    • 4-Piece Crispy Tender Combo
    • 8-Piece Crispy Tender Combo
    • 6-Piece Crispy Tend4r Combo

    Sides

    • Winning Waffle Fries
    • Jalapeno Cheese Fries
    • Truffle Parm Fries
    • I’m On One Onion Rings
    • Extra Celery
    • We the Best Cookies
    • I Ain’t Regular Ranch
    • Holla At Me Honey Dijon

    How Are The Prices At Another Wing?

    I must say that the prices for Another Wing were not cheap. For two 10-pieces with two sides, my bill came to $35+. If you add in a tip for the delivery driver and you could easily approach $50 for some wings.

    Because of the high prices (is there still a chicken wing shortage) prices may be on the high end for some time. You’ve been warned.

    How To Order From Another Wing

    To order from Another Wing, you have to go to the UberEats app or the DoorDash app and search for “Another Wing.”

    You can order an assortment of wings, chicken tenders and some sides along with a few desserts. Here’s a screenshot of some of the offerings:

    Another Wing DJ Khaled menu

    Once you choose your order, it’ll be on its way. 

    Conclusion

    Another Wing is a very tasty addition to the chicken wing landscape in Atlanta. I gave the eatery the delivery driver the highest rating on my food app, but I was also pretty hungry.

    As for the prices, these wings won’t come cheap. You can find more competitively priced wings elsewhere, but they won’t be from Another Wing.

    Bottom line: DJ Khaled hits it out of the park with Another Wing. They are a bit pricey, but you can’t expect anything less from a premium wing spot, delivery-only or not.

    Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no signs of slowing down. Ready to try something new?

    Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta

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  • Harry Potter Exhibit in Atlanta

    Harry Potter Exhibition Opening In Atlanta

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    If your kid is a wizard, he or she might enjoy the new Harry Potter: The Exhibition set to open in Atlanta, Georgia this fall.

    The installation is the handiwork of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, in partnership with Imagine Exhibitions and EMC.

    Harry Potter: The Exhibition: What To Know

    The Harry Potter: The Exhibition features a comprehensive tour exhibition of the magical world of the teenage whizkid complete with other characters and movie references.

    When Will

    Harry Potter: The Exhibition Open In Atlanta?

    Harry Potter: The Exhibition will open in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022. The visit to Georgia will be only the tour’s second stop of its North American tour.

    Where Will Harry Potter: The Exhibition Be Located In Atlanta?

    Harry Potter: The Exhibition will be located in downtown Atlanta at 200 Peachtree Stl Atlanta, ga.. Here’s a map to hep you find it.

     
    How To Get Tickets

    Tickets for the Atlanta exhibition will go on sale on Wednesday, September 28, but fans who are a part of the Harry Potter Fan Club will receive exclusive access to presale tickets on September 25. 
      
    “Building on the tremendous success in Philadelphia, we are so excited to bring Harry Potter: The Exhibition to the city of Atlanta, the world headquarters of Imagine Exhibitions, and my hometown,” said Tom Zaller, President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “We create experiences all over the world and it’s nice to show our city what we do.”
      
    Visit www.HarryPotterExhibition.com to register to be the first to know all news related to this immersive experience. To become a member of the Harry Potter Fan Club you can sign up for free at www.wizardingworld.com/harry-potter-fan-club.

    Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com:

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  • Herb'N Eden owners

    Georgia-Based Skincare Brand Ranks Nationally Among Independent Companies

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    Douglasville, Georgia-based skincare company Herb’N Eden recently received national recognition by being included on Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, which highlights the best independent companies in America.

    Georgia-Based Skincare Line Makes National List

    The company is owned by Quinton and Terran Lewis, who founded the company in 2015. The husband and wife team recently announced receiving a $1.2 million investment to help grow and scale their business. 

    Herb’N Eden, an all-natural skincare company, comes in at No. 125 on the annual Inc. 5000 list. The black-owned company also ranked No. 10 for Georgia companies and No. 12 in the Consumer Products category.

    “It has been nothing short of amazing to see the hard work we put in manifest into this type of recognition,” says Terran Lewis, co-founder of Herb’N Eden. “We celebrate the growth we have been able to see in such a short amount of time, and we thank those who have supported us through their purchases, endorsements, likes and follows.”

    Black Businesses Need Your Support

    If you really want to make an impact as a customer in support of a small black business, it’s easier than ever today.

    Atlanta entrepreneur Candice McCoy, who originally wanted to be a forensic psychiatrist, built an app primarily designed for people who either can’t physically visit a salon or the salon does not cater to their needs. It works like this: Go to MeetJuicee.com and you can order on-call, in-home beauty services from licensed, talented cosmetologists. Men can also get haircuts via Juicee. Women can order custom wigs as well.

    “I created Juicee with people like me in mind — new moms, disabled persons and WOC [women of color],” she said.

    If you’re interested in finding more Atlanta small businesses, read on. Here are five ways to support local businesses.

    Skincare is one of those cosmetics that you don’t want to get wrong when you’re traveling. Check out our list of most luxurious skincare products to make your face glow.

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  • Quavo filming movie in Atlanta, Georgia

    ‘Takeover’ Movie Casting In Atlanta

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    A new project in Atlanta is currently casting for extras and actors to appear in upcoming scenes. The film, tentatively called Takeover, stars Atlanta rapper Quavo of the Migos.

    Now Filming In Atlanta: Takeover

    Not a lot is known about Takeover at the moment, but what we do know is that Quavo plays Guy Miller, described as a “recent parolee” trying to change his life despite being lured into Atlanta’s street racing scene.

    The film has been describe as an action thriller. There’s no word yet on when it will be released.

    Takeover Casting Call Details

     
    RUSH CALL > LAST CASTING CALL “TAKEOVER” // FILMING 9/2 // MUST COVID TEST TODAY 9/1
    Spectators / Participants 9/2 (RUSH CALL)
    TRENDY / FASHION FORWARD / URBAN / UNIQUE STYLES
    Ages : 18 – 30yrs
    Any Ethnicity
    Any Gender
    Testing Location : Midtown – Atlanta, GA
    Filming Location : Atlanta, GA (pretty much all scenes are ITP)
    Filming Rate : $150/12hrs
    Covid Testing Bump :  $30 
    Covid Testing Date : 9/1 (6am – 9pm)
    Filming Date : 9/2
    YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE VACCINATED TO WORK ON THIS PRODUCTION

    Apply Here.

    Final Word

    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.
     

    Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls

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  • Wingstop Chicken Sandwich

    Wingstop Debuts Chicken Sandwich In Atlanta

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    Wingstop is known for its delicious chicken wings, but now it’s getting into the chicken sandwich business. On Tuesday, August 30, the fast-food eatery launched 12 different varieties of chicken sandwich.

    The restaurant chose the nationwide launch just as football season is beginning.

    How Much Does The Wingstop Chicken Sandwich Cost?

    The Wingstop Chicken Sandwich costs $5.49. Add fries and a drink as a combo meal and the total will be $7.99.

    The Wingstop Chicken Sandwich comes on two toasted buns and includes a breaded chicken breast complete with pickles and one of a dozen special sauces like bbq, mango habanero or lemon pepper. 

    Wingstop franchise owner Rick Ross posted on social media about the launch, saying that the sandwiches would be available on the menu “at 12 O’clock today.”

    Ross reportedly owns more than 25 Wingstops around metro Atlanta.

    Find the Chicken Sandwich At These Atlanta Wingstop Locations

    Atlanta Wingstop Locations:

    • 595 Piedmont Ave NE Ste 330, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 874-9464
    • 3630 Marketplace Blvd #830, East Point, GA 30344 | (470) 615-1402
    • 3695 Cascade Rd Unit 4, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (470) 857-9464
    • 4715 S Atlanta Rd SE #303, Smyrna, GA 30080 |  (404) 792-9464
    • 4060 Peachtree Rd, Brookhaven, GA 30319 | (470) 355-2933
    • 6175 Old National Hwy, Atlanta, GA 30349 |  (470) 893-9799

    Final Word

    Wingstop has launched a website — ChickenSandwichSplit.com — so you can write to your old chicken sandwich fling to tell them why you’re never coming back.

    Read more: 20+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all. Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new? Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta

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  • ASU vs. Howard Bison

    MEAC/SWAC Challenge Final — Alabama State 23, Howard 13

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    Alabama State Hornets took down the Howard Bison, 23-13 Saturday night in a game that ran an incredible 6 hours due to multiple rain delays.

    This year’s MEAC/SWAC Challenge started at 7:38PM and ending at 1:18AM, due to three weather delays totaling two hours.

    Alabama State Beats Howard In 2022 MEAC/SWAC Challenge

    Alabama State ushered in first-year head coach Eddie Robinson’s Jr.’s tenure with a convincing win in front of 21,088 fans at Center Parc Stadium just south of downtown Atlanta.

    The contest was called over with 2:12 remaining in the fourth quarter due to continued lightning on the horizon.

    The Hornets made their third appearance in the annual event, earned their first win in the game and
    snapped a two game MEAC win streak dating back to 2018. More importantly, they inched the SWAC
    closer to their HBCU conference foe, who before this game held a commanding 11-4 overall lead in the
    series.

    MEAC/SWAC Challenge SWAC MVP Damatrius Davis, led the Hornets attack with 224 yards of total
    offense (187 passing 1TD, 1INT, 37 rushing) going an efficient 17-24 and spreading the ball around to
    eight different Hornets receivers.

    The Bison, making their first ever appearance in the game, were led defensively by linebacker Jevin
    Jackson (MEAC MVP) who totaled six total tackles (one for loss), a blocked punt and a recovery. While
    the MEAC representative from Washington, DC were able to force three turnovers, they were not able
    to capitalize on any of those Hornets mistakes with points, which proved to be the difference in the
    game.

    Here are some game highlights:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAbPypgaCqA

     

    Stay up to date with more Atlanta Sports events with AtlantaFi.com.

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  • A Jazzman's Blues Trailer

    Tyler Perry’s A Jazzman’s Blues Releases Trailer

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    Atlanta-based movie mogul Tyler Perry has released the trailer for his new film A Jazzman’s Blues. The movie will stream on Netflix in the coming weeks.

    Production of the film has been a long time coming for Perry, who has had the project in mind for he better part of three decades.

    “I wrote this 27 years ago, and I finally get to show it to the world,” he posted on social media recently. “This is my new movie, A Jazzman’s Blues.”

    When Is A Jazzman’s Blues Streaming On Netflix?

    A Jazzman’s Blues is coming to Netflix on Friday, September 23, 2022.

    erry said it has taken almost 30 years for the story to be told.

    “I wrote it in 1995. It was the first screenplay I ever wrote,” he recently told People Magazine. “The two characters are just trying to find their own way in the world. Initially, I wanted to play the lead role of Bayou, but that was 1995 — I aged out.”

    Watch The Trailer For A Jazzman’s Blues

    Perry On Actors Who Turned Down His Roles

    Perry said that some of the actors he originally wanted for the project didn’t have enough faith in him.

    “Unfortunately with this film, I went to a bunch of up-and-coming young artists who were getting a lot of attention and I asked them about doing the role. They read the script, they loved the script, but I think there was a reservation or hesitation about working with me in particular on this film, because I guess they didn’t know how it would turn out,” he told People.

    Cast Members: Who Stars In A Jazzman’s Blues?

    The Jazzman’s Blues has an all-star cast featuring the following actors:

    • Brad Benedict
    • Ryan Eggold
    • Amirah Vann
    • Lana Young
    • Austin Scott
    • Milauna Jemai Jackson
    • Kario Marcel
    • Brent Antonello
    • Joshua Boone
    • Solea Pfeiffer
    • Rod Wood
    If that’s not enough star power, Terence Blanchard is involved in the music for the film and there’s choreography by Debbie Allen.

    What is A Jazzman’s Blues About?

    While not a lot is known about the plot, a summary of the film released by Netflix says it’s about “a sweeping tale of forbidden love.”
     
    Perry told People that the plot of A Jazzman’s Blues came to him when he was in a very vulnerable state as a creator.
     

    “I was in Atlanta struggling to make it. I was hungry, sleeping on my cousin’s couch, eventually getting put out and being homeless. I was trying to get my first play off the ground, and this screenplay just poured out of me,” Perry is quoted as saying. “I held onto it for all of these years.”

    Final Word
     
    Perry’s project continues Netflix’s close relationship with Atlanta. Here are some other Netflix movies that have filmed in Atlanta.
     
     
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