“Folded” earned music artist Kehlani her first two Grammy Awards—Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song—at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. Now it's time to bring the show on the
A new episode of the Real Housewives of Atlanta brings new drama as Kelli navigates intense pressure in both her business and personal life, and Porsha Williams finds herself torn between two
Atlanta's own Tyler Perry is hiring actor types and extras roles for his Netflix and BET+ productions filmed at his Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. If you want to appear on screen, keep
With grocery prices still elevated in 2026, Atlanta shoppers are hunting for the cheapest grocery stores in Atlanta to stretch their budgets. Whether you’re looking for everyday staples, fresh
When considering home renovations, it’s important to recognize that some improvements can significantly enhance your home’s value, while others may not. For instance, installing a swimming pool in a flood-prone area could be detrimental.
Conversely, strategic upgrades like kitchen remodels, bathroom enhancements, or adding energy-efficient features can boost your home’s worth. Thoughtful planning ensures that your investments yield positive returns.
If you’re putting in manufactured stone veneer, you could get just about all of your money back. For other projects, your return will be in the 60-70% range.
Legendary nightclub MJQ held its grand opening on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025 in its new digs in downtown Atlanta. The new MJQ is now situated in Underground Atlanta.
MJQ Concourse, a staple of Atlanta’s nightlife since 1997, has relocated from its long-standing Ponce de Leon Avenue location to Underground Atlanta. The club’s new venue occupies the former Dante’s Down the Hatch space, which had been vacant since 1999.
On social media, club-goers shared photos of the new MJQ and the establishment promoted event specials and free entry nights.
In addition to the main dancefloor, the new MJQ has the “House Cafe,” which is a backroom that provides soulful sounds of disco funk house vibes that will have you lost in the music under the red sparkles on the dance floor.
City officials have been trying to revitalize Underground Atlanta for several years now after key tenants vacated the area.
The relocation aims to preserve MJQ’s iconic underground atmosphere while introducing patrons to a revitalized setting.
Where Is MJQ Located?
The new MJQ Concourse is located at 50 Lower Alabama Street in Downtown Atlanta. The club is open Wednesday through Saturday, from 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.
As a major city in the Southeast, Atlanta has benefited from an influx of new employment opportunities, additional residents, and all of that has led to heightened competition for housing.
This increased demand in metro Atlanta has elevated home prices in a competitive real estate market.
A recent report from Realtor.com indicates that Atlanta is among the top real estate markets in America.
To come up with the list of hottest markets, Zillow analyzed the 50 largest U.S. metro areas for the following:
home value growth
projected change in owner-occupied households
job growth compared to new construction
the speed at which homes are sold
Top Real Estate Markets in America
Based on recent forecasts and analyses, here are the top 25 real estate markets in the United States for 2025:
Colorado Springs, CO
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL
Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
El Paso, TX
Richmond, VA
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
Greensboro-High Point, NC
Tucson, AZ
Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Jacksonville, FL
Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
Columbia, SC
Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
Greenville-Anderson, SC
Why Is Atlanta a Top Real Estate Market?
Atlanta is considered a top real estate market due to several factors that have been at play for the last few decades:
Economic Growth: The city’s robust economy, driven by sectors such as information technology, film and television production, and a growing tech industry, attracts businesses and professionals alike. This economic vitality fuels demand for both residential and commercial properties.
Population Influx: Atlanta continues to experience significant population growth, with many individuals relocating to the city for its employment opportunities and vibrant culture. This influx contributes to a strong demand in the housing market.
Affordability: Despite rising home prices, Atlanta maintains a more manageable cost of living compared to other major U.S. cities. This relative affordability makes it attractive to both homebuyers and investors.
Rental Market Strength: The city boasts a robust rental market, driven by a transient population and a consistent influx of students and professionals. This dynamic supports strong rental demand, benefiting property investors.
Market Resilience: Atlanta’s housing market has demonstrated resilience, with home prices appreciating at a normalized rate of about 3-6% annually. This steady growth indicates a healthy and stable market.
Final Word
Atlanta has always been a region known for thebest real estate markets, with relatively cheap housing in every quadrant of the city. Large backyards, manicured parcels and strong neighborhoods with ample dining amenities make it one of the top places for transplants.
Atlanta’s very own Jaume Martinez Vich and Emily Cenderquist, Major League Pickleball stars for the Atlanta Bouncers, are serving it up on the small screen this Super Bowl Sunday.
Martinez Vich and Cenderquist are among the stars appearing in Michelob ULTRA’s Super Bowl ad, as the brand once again brought together superior names in sports and entertainment for a fun-filled spot that celebrates the joy and spirit of friendly competition.
The pair makes a cameo alongside Academy Award nominee Willem Dafoe and Emmy Award winnerCatherine O’Hara, plus WNBA Championand Olympic gold medalist Sabrina Ionescu, NFL legendRandy Moss and Olympic gold medalist Ryan Crouser.
In “The ULTRA Hustle,” the 60-second spot follows the iconic pairing of Dafoe and O’Hara as an unassuming duo who take to the pickleball court and dink, shake-n-bake, and hustle their way to beating the competition and collecting Michelob ULTRA.
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A hot TV show centered on a high society Detroit enclave is filming and being produced in Atlanta. Grosse Point Garden Society is holding casting calls in Atlanta, Georgia.
Grosse Point Garden Society Casting Call: How To Submit
Hylton Casting is handling the casting calls, which you can submit for below.
Hylton Casting is currently casting skilled and experienced stand-ins for the NBC Pilot Grosse Pointe Garden Society. The drama series, which is being executive produced by Jenna Bans and Bill Krebs, will appear on NBC.
MULTIPLE ROLES (SEE BELOW)toFILM 1.29 – 2.7.
Filming will be in the ATLANTA, GAarea.
Roles & details are listed below. Please submit your availability in the form below. If you’re a match for the role, we’ll reach out via text
Reoccurring Roles: Many roles will appear throughout the entire season, so we’d love to have familiar faces on set!
Wardrobe: Some roles may require fittings, but many won’t. We will ask you to bring wardrobe options, and costumes might adjust outfits as needed to match the high-end, affluent tone of the show.
High-End Look & Cars: This production is set in an affluent community, so we’re especially looking for individuals who fit that vibe, along with higher-end cars to match.
⭐️VARIOUS ADULT ROLES⭐️
INFO : RATE : $150/12 CAR BUMPS : $25 – $50 (if applicable) AGE : 18-100+ GENDER : ALL ETHNICITY : ALL
ROLE DETAILS : ⭐️BARISTAS, ⭐️BARTENDER, ⭐️BASEBALL COACH, ⭐️BASEBALL PLAYERS (18TLY), ⭐️HIGH END CARS, ⭐️HIGH END PATRONS, ⭐️JOGGER (W/ CAR), ⭐️NEIGHBORS (W/ CARS), ⭐️PARENTS, ⭐️PATRONS, ⭐️RESTAURANT HOST, ⭐️SERVERS
– UPSCALE ROLES: should have HIGH END, AFFLUENT look. Should be able to pass for COUNTRY CLUB TYPES. Wealthy types.
– RESTAURANT / SPECIALTY ROLES: EXPERIENCE is ALWAYS a plus, but not necessary
– BASEBALL ROLES: Half of these roles will require REAL EXPERIENCE. The other half will NOT need any experience. If we book you with REAL ABILITY – your rate will be $175/12 + $15 GLOVE BUMP if you bring your own.
CAR DETAILS : CAR BUMPS $25 – $50 (depends on Year/Make/Model) Searching for modern, every day cars & HIGH END, AFFLUENT looks. RED & BLACK cars are OKAYYYY!!! Please submit your car info below because we just MIGHT be able to use your car and get you that extra bump $$$$!
FITTING DETAILS : FITTING LOCATION WILL BE IN/AROUND ATLANTA AND SURROUNDING AREAS
*ROLE DEPENDING
FILMING DATE(S) : FILMING LOCATION WILL BE IN/AROUND ATLANTA AND SURROUNDING AREAS. (THE FOLLOWING DATES ARE FOR EP. 108 ONLY – if you are not available these dates, more roles & dates will be posted at later dates)
ONCE AGAIN – please select the dates you are available below and we will book you based on availability and production needs into the role we think you fit best.
PHOTO SUBMISSION NOTES : Please upload the following –
Current headshot (or dated selfie)
Full length body photo
CAR photo!
Please make sure the photos you submit are CURRENT and show your CURRENT looks (hair / facial hair / etc). IF YOU ARE ABLE TO SUBMIT A PHOTO OF YOURSELF IN HIGHER END ATTIRE IF YOU ARE HOPING TO BE CAST FOR ONE OF THOSE ROLES THAT WOULD BE AMAZINGLY IDEAL! IF SUBMITTING WITH CAR – PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU UPLOAD A PHOTO OF YOUR CAR!!!!
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 yousubscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
Do you love flaky meat pies that are as deliciously authentic as they are irresistible? You need to stop by Heaps Pies in Decatur, a New Zealand-owned business that recently opened its first brick-and-mortar establishment in the Southeast.
Heaps Pies comes to us from the restaurateur Jake Harvey, a New Zealander who moved to New York City in 2018 and delivered his hometown cuisine to the masses. Now, since its opening on January 9, 2025, Atlanta’s has been tasting the goodness.
What’s On the Menu at Heaps Pies?
At Heaps Pies, you’ll find such classics as savory meat pies (try the Beef Brisket Pie or the Chicken Curry) as well as an assortment of thick sandwiches. You can also get a side of fries (try the Brisket and Fries for a filling dish).
Where Is Heaps Pies Located?
Heaps Pies is located at 2752 E Ponce de Leon Ave suite A1, Decatur, GA 30030. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Heaps Pies: “Had a sneak peak of Heaps first physical shop! They are serving up their meat pies and sausage rolls in their own restaurant. I’ve been eating them at farmers markets for years and it’s been incredible to watch them grow. The space is perfect, the staff is lovely, and there’s even benches outside to enjoy the weather with your four-legged friends. I had the brisket jalapeño and the beef and cheddar, both excellent. Love the sweet chili sauce as well! They officially open on the 9th!”
Final Bite
If you’re a fan of crab cakes or even fried fish, Atlanta’s diverse dining scene has just what you need and more. And you can find a new food spot just about every weekend in Atlanta.
Aside from dining at the best new Atlanta restaurants, there are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
From time to time, we love to eat with a crowd, but there’s something special about a meal all to yourself. Atlanta, Georgia, has many such places.
This article will show you some of the best places in Atlanta to eat by yourself.
Eating alone can be good for you. A prominent French study found that a lonesome dining experience is influenced by a variety of social and cultural environments such as fast food cultures, work and life environments, and the scope of public health nutrition programs.
Dining alone allows you to indulge in your personal food preferences without having to compromise with others, whether it’s choosing your favorite cuisine or treating yourself to a special meal.
Solo dining can also save you big money as you don’t have to splurge on another person.
It can also provide a chance to people-watch or observe your surroundings, offering a different perspective on the restaurant and its ambiance.
Eating alone gives you the freedom to choose when and where to dine without having to coordinate with others’ schedules or preferences, offering flexibility in your dining experience.
Restaurants in Atlanta That You Can Enjoy Alone
Have you ever just wanted to take yourself out to dinner? Here are some of the best restaurants in Atlanta to chow down by yourself.
Bar.bacoa
1000 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 | (404) 815-9155
Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland area has a new restaurant for tapas, tacos and Tequila: Bar.bacoa. This new Atlanta restaurant features Caribbean and Latin American-inspired cuisine. See more details.
Baltimore Crab & Seafood
1075 Fairburn Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (404) 505-2900
Baltimore Crab & Seafood is an upscale restaurant in the Cascade area of southwest Atlanta. People come from far and wide to get their salads and kale.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Baltimore Crab & Seafood: ” The birthday girl had lobster chowder ( more like a bisque). and grilled salmon with a side of kale cooked with smoked turkey. Perfect portion sizes. We ate well and still took home leftovers. OMG so good. Go! AND I went back to treat myself to an early dinner after a frustrating day. Dined solo. Treated respectfully. Got to flirt with the jazz band while they set up to start at 7. I’ll be back for that, too.”
Pancake Social
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 609-8696
Pancake Social opened its doors at Ponce City Market in late spring 2019. The 150-seat restaurant and coffeehouse serves breakfast all day and gets rave reviews
Here’s what one reviewer says about Pancake Social: “Very clean inside, all the staff wore masks and were very helpful and polite. The food was so fresh! I had the pancake special and the eggs were generous, and creamy! The mimosa was strong! Very good and the pancake was perfect- they are large and not too thick, so one was just enough to eat. Will be back!”
Patria Cocina
1039 Grant St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 622-3501
Patria Cocina opened in Grant Park’s Beacon development in late 2018. The Mexican-inspired restaurant serves strong Margaritas, righteous tacos and top-notch burritos. Here’s what’s on the menu at Patria Cocina.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Patria Cocina: “Off the charts. Went here with my family for my birthday and everything I put in my mouth was ridiculously delicious. The Cozuela margarita was beautifully presented in a bowl with half a grapefruit, orange, and lime. One of the best cocktails I’ve ever had. Chicken enchiladas and guacamole were both crazy good. First time visiting but definitely not the last.”
Leave it to a celebrity hairstylist to serve up exactly what the masses need. Gocha Hawkins, known for styling the coifs of mega-personalities like Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Kandi Burruss and other stars, opened Gocha’s Breakfast Bar in January 2019 in the Cascade area of Atlanta.
Bar.bacoa
Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland area has a new restaurant for tapas, tacos and Tequila: Bar.bacoa. This new Atlanta restaurant features Caribbean and Latin American-inspired cuisine. See more details.
Boxcar
If you know about the Hop City Craft Beer & Wine team, you know that fresh brews are in their blood. Their new concept, Boxcar, just opened and is about to do for food for Hop City does for beer in Atlanta. Boxcar is located adjacent to the Atlanta Beltline’s Westside trail. Read more about Boxcar.
Coalition Food & Beverage
Crab cakes @ Coalition Food & Beverage.
Coalition Food and Beverage is spread across 3,331-square-feet of space and seats approximately 150 diners, including a bar, outdoor dining and private dining.
While not as stiff and contemporary-looking as many of the restaurants you’d see in Midtown, Coalition strives for a more urban aesthetic and community feel.
Zakia
3699 Lenox Rd NE Ste 3, Atlanta, GA 30305 | 404-433-2180
Photo credit: Zakia
Zakia is an upscale Mediterranean restaurant that leans into its Lebanese roots with nicely sized portions and a great atmosphere.
Here’s what one customer says about Zakia. “Beautiful restaurant from the design to the food, service, and overall atmosphere. I only have a few interior design/decor pictures to show, but the plating was just as perfect. Every detail was thought of for Zakia. Cant wait to be back soon.”
Isla & Co.
56 E Andrews Dr NW STE 17, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 228-4060
Isla & Co., an Australian-inspired restaurant, opened in Buckhead on Thursday, December 8, 2022.
The eatery comes from Parched Hospitality Group, which previously opened restaurants in the Northeast. This time, PHG is betting on Australia-like fare to lure Atlantans to the table. Read more about the menu and location of Isla & Co.
Final Bite
Atlanta is a foodie’s paradise for more reasons than one. For starters (no pun intended) Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also on trend right now in 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.
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
Boqueria, a new Spain-inspired eatery, recently opened its doors in Midtown Atlanta. The restaurant follows the Spanish tradition of the top tapas bars in Barcelona.
The brand has a foothold in the Northeast, but the Midtown location is the eatery’s first in Georgia.
“We are so excited to have a home in Atlanta and can’t wait to open our doors,” said Restaurateur and founder Yann de Rochefort in a written statement. “The Midtown neighborhood has such great energy that I know will only amplify the Boqueria dining experience. We’re also looking forward to being a part of the Colony Square community and its renowned group of restaurants.”
What’s On the Menu at Boqueria?
Boqueria’s menus include lunch, dinner and brunch as well as an expansive dessert menu. There’s charcuterie as well as the Chef’s Menu, which can feed 39 or as many as 59 people.
Boqueria’s beverage program, curated by Certified Sommelier Lynne White, showcases an all-Spanish wine list with items like Rioja and Albariño and Mencía from Galicia.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Boqueria: “My experience was amazing from the moment I walked in the door! So excited for Boqueria to be open! It was definitely worth the wait. The food was phenomenal and the flavor profiles were top notch!! I can’t wait to gather some friends and return!”
Where Is Boqueria Located?
Boqueria is located at 1221 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, Ga. 30361. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
The best restaurants in Atlanta all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.
If you’re serious about making money from home, you’re going to have to have a strategy you can employ day to day.
To make it happen, you’re going to have to step outside your comfort zone to find creative ways to generate income. No worries, Atlantafi.com is here to help!
One of the key questions people ask themselves is this…
How Can I Make Good Money From Home?
The key is to be open to try new things. Here are some of the best ways to make money from the comfort of your home.
Let’s explore each of these money-making options before getting into more strategies.
1. Sell Your Stuff Online
If you have a bunch of old things just lying around your home, you might as well make a profit off them. Selling your things online has never been easier. Here are some websites that allow you to sell your things online:
If you’re good in a particular subject like English or math, you can make supplemental income by becoming a tutor.
Virtual learning has dramatically increased because of the coronavirus pandemic, making it a good time to be a tutor. Some sites you need to check out are:
Bloggers make big money these days, but you have to develop a niche and an audience. If you’re interested in entertainment, you’ll have to start small and find a way to break into the business.
If you’re looking at a niche, make sure your content is unique and that your reputation is worth people’s attention. Some top blog sites are:
You don’t have to be a web developer to build simple websites for clients and customers. There are some great platforms you can use to charge people good money.
How Much Does A Web Developer Make?
How much you charge to build a website has to do with how large and involved the site is. Also, it depends on if you’ll be running maintenance on the website. For a small website, a cost between $3,000 and $6,000 is reasonable. For a medium-size site, you’ll be looking at around $10,00 and up.
If you’re familiar with OnlyFans, don’t get it twisted: While the site seems to have a large fanbase only interested in intimacy, it’s a legit money-making platform.
OnlyFans is a digital content platform that allows you to charge viewers for photos and videos. You can knit a blanket and make money by showing others how it’s done.
The site charges 5 cent commission for the opening months. If you get just between 1% and 5% of your audience to subscribe, you could make between $1,499 and $7,495 per month, according to the site.
Metro Atlanta has a hot economy and that means employers are hiring at a rapid pace. We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.
If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job.
The average income for a person with an OnlyFans account is between $100 and $200. Now with that knowledge, you need to decide if OF is for you. For some, it may be a great way to make money fast. The platform pays regularly once you gain an audience.
In this article, I’m going to show you how to generate income from your OnlyFans account.
What Is OnlyFans?
OnlyFans is a video content subscription service founded in 2016 by British tech entrepreneur Timothy Stokely. Since then, the service has grown exponentially in the U.K. and U.S.
The platform has been associated with sexual/erotic videos, but content creators are free to make whatever content they want to. That means if you can come up with something creative, people will pay for it.
How Does OnlyFans Work?
OnlyFans allows content creators to monetize by getting users to pay for video subscriptions. This makes you your own business.
The content you create is only available to those that pay you a monthly fee. Here’s what OnlyFans pays you:
As of this writing, for the first four months you can get a maximum $100 in tips. It then increases to $200.
The payout period is currently 21 days, which is an increase of 14 days.
When you sign up for an account, it’s important that you use your real name. The reason is because that is where your payment information will be directed.
Is OnlyFans Safe?
OnlyFans is safe for creators as well as subscribers. For all transactions the site uses a secure third-party payment vendor.
You can also fall victim to having your content reposted on external websites, but you have avenues you can take to get the videos removed.
That being said, you may attract some perverts or people that think you’re easy. Remember this tips.
Always carry yourself with respect and respect others.
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How To Make Money With OnlyFans
OnlyFans is popular because it has several streams of revenue built into the platform.
You can make money on OnlyFans the following ways:
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DMs
Tips
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Youtube personality Yeahnoe says that she created a “burner” Twitter account to promote her anonymous OnlyFans account to make money.
Photo credit: Youtube.com/Yeahnoe
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OnlyFans content creator Mella Barbie says that “You don’t really have to sell your actual self, like sexual s— that you’re not comfortable selling, like me, I really just do like mad trick videos and I do post my boobs because my boobs are cute and I’m confident in things like that.”
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Final Words
ONlyFans is one of those sites that you need to be consistent with if you’re going to really make some money.
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Once you find a niche that works for you, it works best if you expand the content expeditiously, so that you can grow an audience. Once you get an audience, you have a better chance of making money.
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