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The beautiful mountains of Colorado offer a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta, Georgia. I suggest you make the trip, like I just did.
In this article, I’m going to tell you what you need to know about travel between Colorado and Atlanta.
How Far Is Colorado From Atlanta?
Colorado is approximately 22 hours from Atlanta is you choose to drive, which we wouldn’t suggest. The best way to make that trip is to fly.
If you do opt to drive from Atlanta to Colorado, here are some road safety tips to remember:
- Keep your gas tank at least half full. Use a gas app to find stations on your route.
- Avoid distracted driving by putting the cell phone away or turn it off.
- Drive to the weather conditions. Make sure to slow down in inclement conditions.
- Be a courteous driver and always yield to the right of way.
Flights To Colorado From Atlanta
Some of the best fares from Colorado to Atlanta can be found online. Here are some sample fares I found leaving from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
- Atlanta to Denver in late February starting at $138 on Delta Air Lines.
- Atlanta to Colorado Springs in late February starting at $258.
How Far Is an Atlanta To Colorado Flight?
An Atlanta to Colorado flight takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. The distance from Atlanta, GA to Colorado Springs is approximately 1,180 miles.
Southwest Airlines has a major hub in Denver, which is where you’ll find the best fares from Colorado to Atlanta and back.
Should You Go To Denver Or Colorado Springs?
Visitors who come to the great state of Colorado overwhelmingly fly into Denver, so it makes sense to check out the capital city — but don’t stop there.
Venture more than an hour away to Colorado Springs, which is where you’ll find the natural beauty and white-capped mountains that will melt your heart.
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Ammazza, one of the best pizza joints in Atlanta’s Inman Park, is closing its doors at year’s end. The pizza place recently shared the news that it was closing shop on Edgewood Avenue.
Ammazza has become popular for its housemade pizzas with cured meats from local charcuterie The Spotted Trotter.
Why Ammazza Pizza Is Closing Its Doors
Ammazza posted on social media the following message:
To all our loyal patrons, Ammazza Edgewood will be permanently closing its doors on December 31st. It has been an honor serving you the highest quality pizza for over 11 years. While Edgewood has been our home since the beginning. Our lease is ending and we must leave. Ammazza has been made possible by the efforts of so many people. Hundreds of individuals over the last 12 years sacrificed their time and energy to make Ammazza possible. The gratitude is beyond words. Thank You to everyone for all of your contributions. There’s still a few weeks left to come have a pizza and let us serve you before this chapter ends. We hope to see everyone in the future in a new location, but until then, Thank You to everyone for your long time support.
The new Atlanta restaurant closed for a spell but re-opened in March 2019 new and improved.
We’ll miss Ammazza, which specialized in wood fired, thin, crackly-crusted pizzas in an open, neighborhood-friendly space.
Where Can I Find Good Pizza In Atlanta?
With Ammazza out of here, you may be wondering where to find great pizza in Atlanta. We’ve got you.
Antico Pizza Napoletana
1093 Hemphill Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 724-2333
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Antico Pizza: “Pizza was delicious and freshly baked! Tried 3 diff kinds. Loved the side condiments- you can help yourself too incl fresh chopped garlic, grated parmesan cheese and more. So good on the pizza.”
Ammazza Pizza
591 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 835-2298
Here’s what one reviewer says about Ammazza Pizza: “Just the perfect ambience! You’ve tried the rest now try the best! The food will not disappoint! Didn’t even get a chance to take a picture because I started digging in immediately! GO NOW!”
O4W Pizza
3117 Main St, Duluth, GA 30096 | (678) 587-5420
Here’s what one reviewer says about O4W Pizza. “The classic pizza is pretty good. But the Grandma Pizza (with added shredded mozzarella) is absolutely outstanding! The flavor and crust is something I’ve never quite had before. The crust alone is so unique I’d say it’s magazine worthy. Give it a try!”
Final Taste
Pizza is an Atlanta staple no matter what side of town you’re on. Read our guide on Atlanta’s best pizza places.
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Atlanta-based frozen dog treats company Frost Bytz recently hosted its Paws & Pose event for dogs and owners to experience a doggy runway show and special holiday photo opportunities.
The event was curated around raising money for the Georgia Homeless Pets Animal Rescue Group, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to save, care for, and place animals into loving homes.
“Frost Bytz appreciates everyone who attended our event,” said Bakir Floyd, co-founder of Frost Bytz, an Atlanta-based company that specializes in providing frozen doggy treats. “We’re happy that we were able to provide so much joy and make an impact with organizations like the Georgia Homeless Pets Animal Rescue Group, Lifeline Animal Project, and Happy Hearts Pet Care Atlanta.”
In addition to the money that was raised, Frost Bytz contributed a check of $500 to Georgia Homeless Pets Animal Rescue Group and also gave $500 checks to both Lifeline Animal Project and Happy Hearts Pet Care Atlanta.
Hosted by Atlanta radio personality Reec (Majic 107.5) and creative directed by Marcus Blassingame, attendees experienced a doggy fashion show, where models and dogs walked down the runway with wears by fashion designer Ricardo Auguste.
Auguste is the owner of Beaut Outerwear, a custom clothing label that designs garments for both pets and pet owners.
A few of the dogs that were up for adoption also strutted down the runway in Beaut Outerwear, allowing potential new dog owners to see what they got. Additionally, attendees were able to take part in unique photo opportunities with four handmade custom holiday sets, where pet owners posed with their dogs.
“This was the perfect event to kick off the holiday season for pet owners. We were able to not only provide them with a unique experience for their dogs, but we also were able to give back to organizations that make an impact in the pet community,” Floyd said.
Floyd also commented that the success of this event means that the company will attempt to host more unique events with the same mission, supporting organizations that help dogs in need.
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A Peri Peri Grill location recently opened in downtown Atlanta. The eatery specializes in Portuguese-inspired cuisine all cooked on a grill.
The restaurant is having a grand opening celebration from December 9-15, 2023.
To mark this special occasion, the Peri Peril Grill is offering a 10% discount on all meals throughout the week.
This is the second metro-area location for Peri Peri Grill. The original one is in Johns Creek, Georgia.
Peri Peri Grill Opens Downtown
The restaurant serves different styles of chicken on its menu, but it’s not the only thing you can get peri peri style. The menu also has wraps, bowls and pastas, not to mention an expansive list of burgers.
What’s On The Menu At Peri Peri Grill?
When it comes to bowls, Peri Peril Grill serves the following:
- Chicken Rice Bowl: Rice, corn, black beans, tomatoes, lettuce topped with flame-grilled chicken tenderloins.
- Chicken Salad Bowl: Garden salad topped with flame-grilled chicken tenderloins.
- Falafel Rice Bowl: Rice, corn, black beans, tomatoes, lettuce topped with Fried Falafel
- Falafel Salad Bowl: Garden salad topped with Fried falafel.
- Chicken Wrap: Chicken Tenderloin wrap. Choice of plain, spinach, or tomato tortilla.
Here’s what Peri Peri Grill says on its website about its food:
“Peri Peri is a seasoning and style of cuisine that revolves around the African bird’s eye chili pepper. The cuisine is bright and citrusy with a kick from the pepper. Peri Peri Grill proudly serves Portuguese-inspired, flame-grilled cuisine. Experience peri peri grilled favorites such chicken, falafel, lamb chops, and our signature Peri Peri Beef Burger. Paired with any of our eclectic sides, your meal is bound to be a memorable one. We invite you to dine with us at any of our locations or in the comfort of your own home.”
Where Is Peri Peri Grill Located?
Peri Peri Grill is located at 280 Luckie St, NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Bite
Aside from Peri Peri Grill, downtown Atlanta has some great restaurants that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Belgian Waffles are finally getting their own restaurant! The Press Waffle Co. is bringing a restaurant that serves Belgian Waffles to East Cobb.
At the centerpiece of Press Waffle Co’s menu is the Liège waffle, which is not only a city in Belgium, but refers to the way the waffle is made (from dough rather than batter). It is also caramelized with Belgian pearl sugar.
Despite its name, Press Waffle Co. serves way more than waffles though. You can order any of the following items at the restaurant:
- Authentic Liége style waffles
- Savory waffle creations
- Fully customizable topping bar
- Locally roasted coffee and espresso
- Ice cream and milkshakes
When Is Press Waffles Opening?
Press Waffle’s grand opening is set for Friday, Dec. 15 through 17, 2023. On that Friday, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by the giveaway of 100 “Swag” Bags for those in attendance. All day, you can take advantage of a photo booth where you can tag and post about the event on social media. From 4 to 7 p.m., there will be live Christmas music.
Where Is Press Waffle Co. Located?
Press Waffle Co. is located at 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Bite
Press Waffle is leaning into waffles, which is a breakfast staple. For more restaurants that serve breakfast, check out our Atlanta Brunch Guide.
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There are quite a few fire barbecue restaurants in Atlanta that all specialize in some of the same specialties. It’s incredibly refreshing when you find one that has a fresh take.
I recently visited Wood’s Chapel BBQ in Summerhill for some tasty barbecue. I found out that one of the things that makes Wood’s Chapel BBQ unique is its use of wood-fired pits.
How’s The Food AT Wood’s Chapel BBQ? Check This Out
When I arrived at the restaurant, I was able to park right out in front on Georgia Avenue, which I hear is pretty rare, but I came around 1 p.m. on a cold weekday. The crowd was still light.
The restaurant’s set up is that you have to order your food and pay in advance at a counter, then find a place to sit in the main dining room or another one around the corner. I opted to sit in the space overlooking Georgia Avenue (where my car was).
The customer service was on point as the cashier was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us some recommendations. The waitress who gave us our food was very attentive. The food came out quick!
What’s On The Menu At Wood’s Chapel BBQ?
The menu has what you’d expect at a ‘Que joint: whole hog, prime brisket, salmon, and turkey and a whole mess of sides. I ordered the Brisket Sandwich with a side of Greens and Mac ‘N Cheese.
First of all, the Mac ‘n Cheese was the best I’ve ever had at a BBQ spot. The greens were good, although my favorite type is to have less sugar in them. They were seasoned very well though.
The Brisket Sandwich was soft, juicy and delicious. From the looks of it, you would have thought it was a Sloppy Joe, with the bun and all. I really enjoyed the shredded brisket. It was a simple sandwich but flavorful and it hit the mark.
Where Is Wood’s Chapel BBQ in Summerhill Located?
Wood’s Chapel BBQ in Summerhill is located at 85 Georgia Ave. Atlanta, GA 30312. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Verdict
Wood’s Chapel BBQ’s food and customer service met my expectations in every way. I’m so glad I tried it because now it’s on my list.
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Well, that happened. The Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide 27-23 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The loss snapped the Bulldogs’ 29-game winning streak.
Will Georgia make it to the Big Dance? The Dawgs’ strength of schedule is impeccable. We will have to wait and see.
If you watch the Georgia Bulldogs, you’ll see an elite college football team.
Georgia still has enormous expectations when it comes to winning a major bowl game.
Head Coach Kirby Smart has prepared quarterback Carson Beck to take the team back to the title this year or next.
“We have to set a standard for how we practice in season,” he told reporters. “You don’t inherit that from other teams.”
Who did Georgia Bulldogs play in 2023?
Georgia Bulldogs 2023 Football Schedule: Home, Away Games, Scores
Date Opponent Time & Location Ticket Info / Score Saturday, Sept. 2 Tennessee-Martin Seahawks 6:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium 48-7 W Saturday, Sept. 9 Ball State Cardinals 12:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium 45-3 W Saturday, Sept. 16 South Carolina Gamecocks 3:30 p.m. at Sanford Stadium 24-14 W Saturday, Sept. 23 UAB Blazers 7:00 p.m. at Sanford Stadium 49-21 W Saturday, Sept. 30 Auburn University Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, Al. 27-20 W Saturday, Oct. 7 Kentucky Wildcats Sanford Stadium 51-13 W Saturday, Oct. 14 Vanderbilt Commodores Firstbank Stadium, Nashville, TN 37-20 W Saturday, Oct. 21 BYE WEEK Saturday, Oct. 28 Florida Gators Jacksonville, Fla. 43-20 W Saturday, Nov. 4 Missouri Tigers (Homecoming) Sanford Stadium 30-21 W Saturday, Nov. 11 Ole Miss Sanford Stadium 52-17 W Saturday, Nov. 18 Tennessee Volunteers Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN Get Tickets Saturday, Nov. 25 Georgia Tech Yellowjackets Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta. Ga. Get Tickets Saturday, Dec. 2 SEC Championship Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Ga. Will Georgia Be Good In 2023?
Although the schedule is easier than it’s been in several years, the Bulldogs will need to go undefeated to make it back into the College Football Playoff. Although the Bulldogs play in the mighty SEC, their strength of schedule will not work in their favor this time.
Georgia repeated as the college football national championship on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 with a convincing victory over the TCU Horned Frogs.
Who Is Georgia’s Starting Quarterback For 2023?
Smart named Redshirt Sophomore Carson Beck is the starting quarterback in early August. So far, Beck has looked good on the gridiron and shown the ability to throw the ball downfield.
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Week 1: Georgia 48 UT-Martin 7
Georgia opened the season with a 48-7 thrashing of Tennessee-Martin at home in Sanford Stadium. Although the Bulldogs only scored 17 in the first half, they poured it on in the second.
Week 2: Georgia 45, Ball State 3
On Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, Georgia handily beat the Ball State Cardinals 45-3. The Dawgs scored 31 points in the first half and another 17 in the third quarter.
The Cards we’re headed for a shutout until they scored 3 points in the fourth quarter.Week 3: Georgia 24, South Carolina 14
Georgia got past the South Carolina Gamecocks 24-14 on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, but it wasn’t easy.
When Georgia faces a familiar opponent, they play down to their level. This weekend the South Carolina Gamecocks played the best half of football against a no. 1-ranked team as they ever had. Georgia still managed to win the game.
Week 4: Georgia 49, UAB 21
On a beautiful Saturday evening in Athens, Georgia ran through the UAB Blazers 49-21 to remain undefeated. the Bulldogs could only muster 7 points in the first quarter, but blew the doors off the game with a 21-point second quarter before pouring it on in the second half.
Week 5: Georgia 27, Auburn 20
The Georgia Bulldogs beat the Auburn Tigers 27-20 on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. Although the Dawgs’ offense didn’t produce much, Coach Kirby Smart relied on a stout second-half defense to lock in the win.
Week 6: UGA 51, Kentucky 13
Georgia looked good in all phases on Saturday night. Quarterback Carson Beck threw for 389 yards and four touchdowns as the Dawgs raced to a 34-7 halftime lead.
Week 7: Georgia 37, Vandy 20
Georgia whipped Vanderbilt 37-20 on Oct. 14, 2023 but lost tight end Brock Bowers to an ankle injury.
After the game, Georgia Coach Kirby Smart said that X-rays were negative on Bowers’ injury, but that he would have an MRI done as well.
Let’s take a look at the Georgia-Vanderbilt highlights:
Week 8: Georgia 43, Florida 20
The Georgia Bulldogs whipped the Florida Gators 43-20 on Oct. 28, 2023 in “the largest outdoor cocktail party” in the nation.
SEC Championship Game: Georgia 24, Alabama 27
he Georgia Bulldogs lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide 27-24 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 in a showdown between the best teams in the SEC.
The Dawgs, which saw their 29-game win streak end, pulled up just short in their bid to win a third straight SEC Championship and national title after playing from a 10-point lead for most of the second half.
Final Play
Georgia expects big things out of its offense, even though Beck is in his first year as quarterback. The Dawgs are relying on tight end Bowers and Ladd McKonkey to provide big plays to move the sticks and score points.
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When it comes to new restaurants in Atlanta, you know that some select Georgia spots off any list. Esquire recently listed the year’s Best New Restaurants in America, an annual list of the most remarkable food destinations in the United States.
Atlanta placed two eateries on the list, which is featured in the Winter 2023 issue, available on retailer shelved by December 5.
Here’s what Esquire had to say about two Atlanta restaurants:
Gigi’s Italian Kitchen
1660 McLendon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 371-0889
“The menu, executed by Jacob Armando and Eric Brooks, leaves little room for choice. Two entrees, one pasta, a salad, a beef carpaccio, polenta with caviar, creme fraiche and trout roe, and a tiramisu. Brooks and Armando are virtuosic, indeed obsessed, in execution. The food puts you in such good humor that you can’t help but make friends and end the evening sharing slugs of amaro passed down the bar by once and future strangers who, for tonight, are your paesans.”
Mujō
691 14th St NW c, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 400-6832
“J. Trent Harris, the young chef who spent years at Sushi Ginza Onodera in New York and Tokyo before opening the 15-seat omakase restaurant Mujō, credits the Atlanta airport for the sterling ingredients. Hairy crabs, delivered live from Hokkaido, are split open, their meat mixed with tuna-infused sauce in an early meal zensai. As a practitioner of Edomae sushi, Harris isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel with his nigiri but rather ensure its smooth revolutions.”
How To Eat Atlanta
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Who of us couldn’t use a nice cup of coffee … for free?
Savi Provisions in Atlanta and elsewhere around the Southeast is offering a free cup of Joe with the purchase of one of its gourmet breakfast sandwiches.
How To Get Free Coffee Through the End of 2023
Savi is offering guests a FREE medium coffee from local staple and Athens-based Jittery Joe’s Coffee with each breakfast sandwich purchased through the end of this year. Breakfast sandwiches include:
- The Bagel Boy: bacon, eggs, and cheddar cheese on a bagel
- My Second Love: chicken sausage, eggs, and cheddar cheese on ciabatta
- Savi Egg White: egg whites topped with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and pesto aioli on ciabatta
Ready to partake? Find a Savi Provisions near you.
Grocer and convenience store Savi Provisions offers locally sourced goods from gourmet and organic foods, fine wines and spirits, and a café menu featuring ready-to-go breakfast options, lunch, and dinner deli sandwiches, and more.
Last Words
Aside from awesome places to get coffee, Atlanta has some pretty cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.
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Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar is shutting its doors at the end of 2023, the restaurant’s parent company confirmed in a news release.
Seed Hospitality Group said that it has “made the difficult decision” to close Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar on December 30, 2023.
Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar Closing Down
Sister restaurants Seed Kitchen & Bar and Stem Wine Bar will continue to serve the East Cobb Community.
“It is with humble gratitude that we announce the closing of Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar,” Chef Doug Turbush said in a written statement. “As we approached the end of our current lease term at the close of this year, we were faced with a difficult and challenging decision. After careful consideration and reflection, we have chosen to not renew our lease and will be closing our doors after dinner service on Saturday December 30, 2023.”
Turbush opened East Cobb’s Seed Kitchen & Bar in November of 2011. The eatery combines a modern playful approach to American cuisine in an atmosphere as casual as it is stylish. In 2013, the restaurant group expanded their culinary footprint and Stem Wine Bar joined the family as a restaurant that embodies inspirations from collective travels to the wine bars, tapas bars and restaurants of Spain, Italy, France, New York and San Francisco.
Three years later, Seed Hospitality Group welcomed Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar to Marietta in early 2016.
Since opening, Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar has become an East Cobb staple, boasting fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from the coasts, offering simple and elegant dishes centered around the restaurant’s wood-fired grill. Their patio transformed into Pop’s, a New England-style lobster shack pop-up offering takeout, curbside pickup, and outdoor dining every Saturday and Sunday in the summer.
“We extend immeasurable thanks to the East Cobb community and everyone that has dined with us. We are grateful for your continued support and loyalty, and we are truly honored to have served you,” Turbush went on to say. “You have trusted us with your most treasured memories, from birthday and anniversary celebrations to first dates and many other moments that we will continue to cherish. Although we may be closing, we are not saying goodbye to the memories and relationships that have been forged here.”
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