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In late July 2018, a Mexican restaurant opened in the freshly minted Beacon business development located in Grant Park.
Patria Cocina prides itself in serving what it calls comfort food, and that’s just how you feel after one of their delicious dishes.
For those keeping score, Patria Cocina comes to us from the owners of El Mexicano, which used to be the place to go on Moreland Avenue. Run by the Aguirre family, Patria Cocina has a handsome patio that looks out on the front side of the Beacon development, which is Grant Park’s answer to Krog Street Market as well as Ponce City Market.
When I visited Patria Cocina, the place was not busy and easily accommodated me. Although I almost went with fish tacos, I decided to try the enchiladas. Covered in green sauce, the enchiladas were so good and soft, they seemingly melted in my mouth.
Instead of refried beans, I went with black beans, which was a good choice. They had shredded cheese sprinkled on top of them, giving the black beans two contrasting flavors that melded together perfectly.
Other menu favorites are Torta a la Mexicana and Guiso Mexicano, which will fill you up no doubt.
Beacon is a $20 million development that refurbished a series of warehouses in a sleepy corner of Grant Park. Thanks to Patria Cocina, the area is waking up.
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
Fast-casual is 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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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.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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A former NBA wife, who once sported high heels and money as the source of her power and self-esteem, offers readers a beautiful garment of praise to God who faithfully raised her from the ashes of a failed life in center court.
Author and speaker Dr. Siohvaughn Funches’ You Gotta Let God Finish!, which originated as a life-changing message God once spoke to her despairing and confused heart, released as her second inspirational book, Oct. 2018. Funches hopes the book’s 188 pages will act as a powerful healing balm to deliver readers from the ledge of despair and brokenness—where she once lived—to renewed faith in a God who finishes what He starts.
“God came to restore my worth, removing every lie ever told me through the mouth of man and the media,” Funches says. “When it comes down to it, no one can speak on our worth, because it cannot be measured. My worth, and yours, is priceless!”
Throughout the book, Funches administers biblical comfort to the frustrated, confused and those readers who question God’s love and ability to set them free, like she once did. “My friend, the truth is that I know hardships all too well, and have become acquainted with the process and pains of letting God finish. I know well the weight of waiting on the promise of God to manifest. I have danced with despair, entertained doubt, and confessed with tear-filled eyes ‘I give up!‘” she admits.
“God used the lives of many men and women throughout the Bible to reveal His heart and His ways to me so I wouldn’t be burdened. All of these people’s lives are good examples, but the greatest is the example of the life of God Himself as He walked it out here on the earth as Jesus,” Funches says. “Then He began to minister to me about my own life, and had me look back over times when I let Him finish and the rewards I received for doing so. I know it will help transform and equip you to attain all that God has promised.”
She also discusses the healing she experienced from God after suffering from years of abuse. “I am healed! My mind, emotions, heart, and soul have been healed from years of abuse from someone I loved deeply. God gave me beauty for those ashes, healed my heart, and even blessed me to love again!” Funches concludes.
Funches briefly mentions her heated, decade-long public breakup with who used to be one of professional sport’s most celebrated athletes in You Gotta Let God Finish as a testimony of God’s faithfulness.
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Get your ticket! Artoberfest is a free event celebrating local art, makers, and music. Artoberfest is set for Saturday, Nov 10, 2018 from 2:00 PM –Sun, Nov 11, 2018, 1:00 AM EST.Artoberfest is located at The Met Atlanta 675 Metropolitan Parkway Southwest Atlanta, GA 30310.Day party – Presented by The Met + Mutiny Artworks- Interactive mural that patrons can paint
- Dance party with local DJ’s spinning on custom klipschorn sound system
- Makers market + Mutiny Artwrx Bodega
- 15+ new murals only viewable at The Met
- Cash bar
After party – Presented by Mammal Gallery + The Met- Mammal Gallery presents a line-up of 3 local bands
- Cash bar
Artists include:- Totem
- Poe
- Frank Morrison
- Tares
- sQuishypuss
- Hobo
- Skie
- Webone
- Chris Alvarez
- Courtney Hicks
- Killimari
- Catlanta
- Cherry Virginia
- Phil Harris
- Angie Jerez
- Niki Zarrabi
- Chris Veal
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Attention Barbers, Stylist and Entrepreneurs Welcome to The Code. The Code is a language different from any language. It is the source to unlocking success in the emerging culture that is our barber industry.
The Code will be held Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 2–6 PM EST.
The Code To Be At Undisclosed Location In Midtown Atlanta
Code Ambassadors, Brandi LaShay and Fe Goins will show us the raw, real and unapologetic truth behind accessing success in this industry. It’s time to build new roads to your freedom from modified cutting techniques, cutting edge technology to business relations, social platforms, clientele retention and look & learn education which range from novice to advanced.
It’s officially time to break down the traditional barber stereotyping and programming that no longer serves us. Our industry is moving at a rapid pace and getting left behind is no longer an option. Its time to install The Code, The answer to the Barber professional.
PLEASE NOTE: The Location is Private and address will be sent via email after event ticket is purchased. The event will be held in the city of Atlanta and you will recieve the address 2 weeks prior to the day of the event.
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Join Atlanta-area Goddesses at Womb Hang Clan: A live Sister-Circle Goddess Gathering Meetup event!
This group focuses on providing an outlet for Goddesses who are interested in learning how to take action and harness their own womb power, and femininity- AND- those who want to experience the transformational energy that manifests when empowered women of Goddess mindset gather.
Womb Wind, womb-centric movement exercises, yoga, self-care methods will be presented with an emphasis Natural Fibroid Elimination, learning about ancient arts and natural priniciples for Womb Wellness, Fertility and Manifestation of Life Goals.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Learn ancient principles of harnessing your Goddess energy for Womb Wellness.
- Understand your womb and it’s connection to everything in your life.
- Learn and participate in Womb Wind exercises to unleash stagnant Womb Energy
- Explore the art of self-care and put it into practice with purpose for womb detox.
- Share in sisterhood circle exercises to expel negative emotions and toxic womb energy
- Experience the transformational power of healing that manifests when Goddesses gather.
- Receive group guided womb reiki healing.
- Align our energy with our inner divine feminine
- Understand key fundamentals of Natural Fibroid Eliminationand Much More!
If any of the following sound familar, WOMB HANG CLAN is the saced space for YOU:
-Suffering from a form of infertility, Uterine Fibroids, Endometriosis, PCOS..
-Interested in healing womb trauma, and letting-go of negative womb energy
-Searching for ways to feel empowered and affirm your feminine energy
-In need of Natural Alternatives to heal your womb
-In search of sisterhood connection and motivational support
-Interested in radical self-care methods for life mastery and success!
-Interested in healing womb trauma, and letting-go of negative womb energy
-In need of consistent resource to explore SELF LOVE- your spirtiual connection to self, your consciousness and the Divine
-Want to cultivate your own manifestation power.
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The Marietta-Roswell Alumnae Chapter’s Debutante Cotillion Program recognizes the achievements and accomplishments of qualified high school juniors and seniors. The event is slated for Saturday, November 10, 2018 and runs from 6–11:00 PM EST.
The debutantes participate in educational workshops and cultural events as well as community service projects. These activities are geared to enhance their personal growth as they transition into womanhood.
This comprehensive eleven month program is designed to educate, enlighten and empower young women and the culminating event is an Evening of Elegance.
This year marks the Chapter’s 14th Biennial Cotillion and it is with pride that we will formally present 30 young ladies to society.
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It looks like Atlanta may still be in the running for Amazon’s second world headquarters after all. A new report from the Wall Street Journal says that Amazon’s HQ2 will be split evenly between two cities.
The move would mean that each city would have about 25,000 employees each. The news gives life to several leading cities, including Atlanta, which heard with the rest of us last week that the HQ2, at least one of them, would be located in the Virginia area.
Of all the cities vying to become the Amazon HQ2, Atlanta figured it had a leg up on the competition: world class airport, sizeable downtown and entertainment district, affordable housing and MARTA.
But Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and team have been eerily silent on which city they will choose to bring 50,000 jobs to and $5 billion in investment. But now the world’s biggest online retailer has announced that it will have an answer before end of year.
Late-stage negotiations with the New York City-New Jersey area involve more than $7 billion in incentives, the Journal reports.
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This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
If you want to chow down in North Fulton, your best bet is to take advantage of Sandy Springs Restaurant Week, which runs from November 5 – 9, 2018. An assortment of different Atlanta restaurants are participating and offering lunch and dinner specials.
Things to do in Atlanta this week & weekend
The Book Festival of the MJCCA includes author book readings, signings, panel discussions, family events, and book sales in Dunwoody.
Atlanta royalty 👑👑 pic.twitter.com/VPUYXFOLWA
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) November 5, 2018
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Monday, Nov. 5, 2018
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Elliott Gorn – “Let the People See”7:00 p.m. / Jimmy Carter Library and Museum
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Toddler Time – Give Thanks10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. / Georgia Aquarium
The Letters Festival: The festival, which is Nov. 9-11, aims to amplify the voice of independent literature in Atlanta and beyond, and is an offshoot of Lost in the Letters, an Atlanta-based literary organization that holds readings and workshops, according to program materials.
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Friday, Nov. 9, 2018
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Ed Sheeran with Snow Patrol and Lauv7:00 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Hawks vs. Pistons7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Slightly Stoopid8:00 p.m. / The Tabernacle
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My Favorite Murder Live8:00 p.m. / The Fox Theatre
- The Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl’s Christmas dream and includes music by Tchaikovsky.
- Nov. 9 to 11 – North Atlanta Dance Theatre, Duluth
- Festival of Laughs feat. Sommore, Earthquake, Tony Rock, Bruce Bruce and more.
Hawks vs. Pistons: Friday, Nov. 9 at State Farm Arena
H U N C H O 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/4jy2wlqygL
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) October 25, 2018
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018
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Autumn Colors Photography Workshop5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Taste of Kennesaw
November 3, 201826 miles NWBuy restaurant samples, visit a beer garden or kids’ zone, and hear the bands at Taste of Kennesaw. Free.
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Chastain Park Arts Festival
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Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer – Mashup of the Maestros8:00 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Downtown Atlanta Tour of Lofts and Lifestyles12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Georgia State vs. Texas State Football Game2:00 p.m. / Georgia State Stadium
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Girl Scout Night 20186:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. / Georgia Aquarium
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Hawks vs. Heat7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Walk Off The Earth8:00 p.m. / The Tabernacle
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World Lemur Day10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. / Zoo Atlanta
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Herzing University Open House10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / Herzing University
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Sensory Friendly Saturdays9:00 a.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Tailgate Saturdays Built By The Home Depot at The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of FameCollege Football Hall Of Fame
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Vince Gill7:30 p.m. / The Fox Theatre
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Yoga in the Park9:00 a.m. – 10 :00 a.m. / Woodruff Park
Atlanta Guaco Taco Fest: Organizers are expecting more than 5,000 people to show up on Nov. 10 as there will be mucho live music and margaritas will be on tap for this event. Attendees can enjoy sample size portions priced at $3 from some of Atlanta’s best restaurants. Guac you need to know.
King of Pops Field Day. Your first King of Pops is free, and after that, it’s a party. It’s happening from 2-6 p.m. Nov. 11. Free admission. Old Fourth Ward. 552 Decatur St. SE, Atlanta. https://www.facebook.com/events.
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.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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If you’ve got the gift of gab and know your way around Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, casting directors on looking for you on Friday, Nov. 2. to be in an upcoming TV series. DO NOT DELAY!
Here are details from the casting call:
- Rate: $8/HR
Date: 11/2/18
Time: EARLY AM(subject to change)
Location: SW Atlanta GA near I201. BEAUTIFUL WOMAN
Appears Ages: 20-30
All ethnicities
Subject: BEAUTIFUL2. SOCIAL MEDIA CUTIE
FEMALE
Appears Ages: 21-25
Appears: ASIAN or LATINO
Subject: SOCIALMust have…
Professional attitude and demeanor
Open availability**NUTS ARE ON SET. IF YOU HAVE NUT ALLERGY DO NOT SUBMIT!!
To be considered send:
1. Name
2. Age
3. Height
4. Weight
5. Phone
6. 3 CURRENT filter free photosSend all of the above info to: LASTEXTRAS@GMAIL.COM
- Rate: $8/HR
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On Saturday, Nov. 3, 1018, come on out for the annual Chomp & Stomp Chili Cook-off and Bluegrass Festival. The festival benefits Cabbagetown parks, green spaces, and community center! Last year, we had beautiful weather, and it’s looking to be the same for 2018. You won’t want to miss the tastiest, foot-stompin’est, MOST FUN fall festival in Atlanta!
You can purchase your spoons (your ticket to the festival) for $10, beer tokens for $6, & liquor tokens for $8 at ANY of our 4 WELCOME CENTERS the day of the FESTIVAL! Cash & cards will be accepted, cards encouraged.
The FESTIVAL opens at 11:00am, and the CHOMPin’ starts at 12:30pm! Get there early so you don’t miss the CHILI! Porch Jams & Music at our 3 stages goes all day long.
Here’s a HANDY DANDY MAP of the Festival to help you make your way around!