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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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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?
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?
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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.
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:
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?
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Unavoidable because of its size, unmistakable because of its beauty, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a sight to behold.
The shining jewel of the downtown Atlanta skyline, Mercedes-Benz Stadium continues to draw crowds just to witness the sheer spectacle of it all. Not only was the venue the home of Super Bowl LIII, but it has hosted world-class events
Here’s what to know about state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Everything You Need To Know About Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium officially opened on August 26, 2017 with a Falcons preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals. When it opened, the venue was crazy cool, but the retractable roof system was inoperable at the time.
Everything you need to know about Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The stadium is run by AMB Group,a consortium that is under the tutelage of Blank, owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC, the pro soccer club.Speaking of the NFL team, the stadium was built to replace the Georgia Dome, the Falcons’ home stadium from 1992 until 2016.
Here’s what to know about the coolest features at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
1. When Was Mercedes-Benz Stadium Built?
The stadium was conceptualized in 2014 when city officials and billionaire Arthur Blank agreed on plans for a new sports venue. The stadium began construction in 2017 and opened up a year later.
2. How Much Did Mercedes-Benz Stadium Cost?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium cost $1.6 billion to build. The price tag raised some brows not only around Atlanta, but across the country.
Even with its high cost, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is not the most expansive stadium in the United States. That distinction belongs to two Western structures. In California, Los Angeles Stadium costs $2.66 billion. No. 2 on the list is Las Vegas Raiders Stadium, which comes in at $2.4 billion.
3. Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium Have A Retractable Roof?
The retractable roof of Mercedes-Benz Stadium is one of the venue’s most famous features. When the stadium opened to the public, the roof didn’t retract, but they have since fixed it.
The eight-panel retractable roof that resembled a pinwheel, but what few observers notice is that the eight triangular translucent panels create the illusion of a bird’s wings extended when it’s opened.
4. Mercedes-Benz Stadium Has The Lowest Prices Of Any Major Sports Venue
When Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in fall 2017, one of the main selling points was the fact that its concessions prices were super low. Those low prices extend to all events at the stadium, from concerts to Atlanta United games, Falcons games and more. In 2018, food prices at the stadium dropped even lower. Stadium brass also said that a low “domestically priced” craft beer would go on sale.
5. MercBenz Has The World’s Largest Video Board
The stadium has the claim to fame as having the largest video board in the world. This is the largest LED video display on Earth. It technological masterpiece was designed, manufactured and installed by Daktronics of Brookings, South Dakota. There are also more than 82,500 square feet of video displays around the stadium.
Last Words
Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium has become top gem in the sports world.
Since fall 2017, MercBenz has hosted several major sports events, including the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, the SEC Championship Game and the College Football National Championship Game. This is the first Super Bowl, but not the last. The stadium is booked for events through the next few years, including concerts like Beyonce, Jay Z and more.
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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 2022 BronzeLens Film Festival is taking place this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. The multi-day event continues to highlight actors, producers as well as films, shorts and documentaries from people of color.
We’re going to break down everything you need to know about the BronzeLens Film Festival taking place in Atlanta.
BronzeLens Film Festival: What To Know
The BronzeLens 2022 Film Festival takes place August 23-28, 2022 in Atlanta. Here are some of the top events you can expect to experience:
- Film Selections
- Movie Screenings
- Workshops
- Networking Opportunities
Opening night featured the film Dione Warwick: Don’t Make Me Over at Atlantic Station.
Here are some event highlights from the BronzeLens Film Festival schedule:
Wednesday, August 24
- Incarceration Nation: Documentary screening and discussion — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Short Doc 3 — Black Lives Matter, social justice and more — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Jazz Night Screenings — Landmark Midtown Art Cinema
Thursday, August 25
- Powerhouse Workshop — Art of the Pitch — The Starling Atlanta Midtown
- Shorts Block 4 — Relationships, mental health, social justice — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Powerhouse Presentation: Intimacy Coordination for Film/TV — The Starling Atlanta Midtown
Friday, August 26
- Web Series 2/Short Docs 5 — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Two Classes of 1968: Documentary — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Powerhouse Workshop: Unreal Engine & Visual Storytelling — The Starling Atlanta Midtown
- Film Screening: Unthinkably Good Things, directed by Terri J. Vaughn
Saturday, August 27
- Powerhouse Workshop: Media Licensing & Fair Use — The Starling Atlanta Midtown
- Nominated Films 3: Let the Church Say Amen — IPIC Theatre at Colony Square
- Powerhouse Conversations: Productions in the Heart of the Peach —
- The Starling Atlanta Midtown
Sunday, August 28
- Sunday Brunch With the Brothers — Monday Night Brewing
- Cinema & Social Justice Sunday: The Mahalia Jackson Story — Landmark Midtown Art Cinema
- 13th Annual BronzeLens Awards Show — The Cecil B. Day Chapel at The Carter Center
- BronzeLens After Party — The Starling Lobby
Last Word
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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The official start of football season is here. The 2022 MEAC/SWAC Challenge comes to Atlanta’s Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Saturday, August 27, 2022. The game will feature the Alabama State University Hornets vs. The Howard University Bison.
The MEAC/SWAC Challenge has been an Atlanta tradition for a number of years now.
2022 MEAC/SWAC Challenge: Everything You Need To Know
The annual game features teams from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Launched on Labor Day Weekend in 2005, the HBCU matchup was held for its first three years at historic Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala.
In 2008, the game moved to Citrus Bowl Stadium in Orlando, Fla. Since 2016, the Challenge has been played at campus sites.
Get tickets here
How Can I Watch The 2022 MEAC/SWAC Challenge?
The game will be televised live in primetime on ESPN the time is 7:00 PM ET.
About Alabama State University
Alabama State University is a historically black university located in Montgomery, Alabama. The school was founded in 1867 and has been a steady producer of academic talent coming out of Alabama.
ASU proudly boasts more than 6,000 students. Besides football, the school’s athletics department features baseball, basketball, golf, tennis, track and cheerleading, along with women’s intercollegiate basketball, soccer, softball, bowling, tennis, track, volleyball, golf and cheerleading.
The school’s marching band, the Mighty Marching Hornets, frequently competes the various Battle of the Bands.
About Howard University
Howard University is perhaps the most recognizable HBCU in America. The Washington, D.C.-based research university features a who’s who of alumni, from Vice President Kamala Harris to Toni Morrison, Thurgood Marshall, Andrew Young and many others.
What To See And Do While You’re In Town
If you’re looking for some fun things to do and see while in Atlanta. Take a look at our Guide To Atlanta.
Here are the best black-owned restaurants to try in the city.
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Buckhead has a new eatery that is making waves in Atlanta’s culinary scene. Knife Modern Mediterranean opened its doors in early August 2022.
The restaurant is helmed by chef Metin Ertürk. Ali Ebrahimi is general manager of the place.
What’s On the Menu At Knife Modern Mediterranean?
Knife is a neighborhood restaurant concept that specializes in Mediterranean fare.
The eatery’s Instagram shows some delicious images of Chicken Croquettes, Turkish Katmer with ice cream, bone in ribeye and more!
Where Is Knife Modern Mediterranean Located?
Knife is located at 3162 Piedmont Road NE in Buckhead. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Last Word
Knife isn’t the only delicious destination in Buckhead. Here are some great Buckhead restaurants you should try.
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Who doesn’t like cereal at any time of the day? Day & Night Cereal Bar are opening in Midtown Atlanta’s Atlantic Station, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
The eatery specializes in cereal-based treats, offering those who love a morning crunch an opportunity to double down on exotic, delicious bowls of cereals and shakes, including those with an international flavor.
Day & Night Cereal Bar Opening In Atlanta
Atlanta’s Day & Night Cereal Bar comes from franchise owner Rhonda Jones and her children, Ty’Ron and Tyra, who will bring the establishment’s first location to Georgia.
The concept first opened in Los Angeles as a food truck. But as these things go, people couldn’t get enough of the concept, so it expanded with a brick-and-mortar location in Greenwood, Indiana.
What’s On The Menu At Day & Night Cereal Bar?
Day & Night Cereal Bar will feature customizable, build-your-own cereal bowls and a variety of milkshakes, according to a press release.
Flavors that customers will surely love include Mucha Lucha, a concoction of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, whipped cream and churro cereal topped with a sprinkled cinnamon roll; or Unicorn Breath, a mix of fruity Lucky Charms and Fruity Pebbles cereal, topped with whipped cream and a strawberry drizzle.
Each bowl has the option to include whole, skim, almond or oat milk. The eatery’s menu also will have bacon flights with the choice of three different flavors, French toast coated in cereal, cereal-infused milkshakes and classic coffee drinks.
When Will Day & Night Cereal Bar Be Open?
Day & Night Cereal Bar’s operating hours will be Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For now, Day & Night Cereal Bar operates in the following cities:
- Los Angeles
- Charlotte
- Cleveland
- Clarksburg, MD
- Washington, D.C.
- Atlanta (Soon)
Final Word
Day & Night is not the only place you can get a sweet treat around Atlanta. Check out these local donut shops.
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There’s a new taco joint in town and it’s a good one: Capital Tacos is offering pickup and delivery orders in Atlanta.
The eatery specializes in a Tex-Mex cuisine, which they take seriously.
Here is what it says on the restaurant’s website: “Every item on our menu is made from scratch and grilled up to order. From starters to munch while you wait, to award-winning flavor profiles and inventive meals that simply don’t follow the rules.”
Capital Tacos Opens In Atlanta
Launched in Land-O-Lakes, Florida, Capital Tacos has taken its time with expansion plans. After the pandemic subsided, the eatery figured the time was right.
“Our goal was always to get the company to a point where we can get the Capital to as many people around the region, the state and the country as possible,” co-owner Josh Luger told the Tampa Bay Times. “We’ve had, not exaggerating, literally hundreds of requests for stores and franchises across the state and country from folks who visit the store or know us over the years.”
Now it’s Atlanta’s turn to experience food on a “Capital” level.
What’s On The Menu At Capital Tacos?
The menu at Capital Tacos consists of several modern hits on some Tex-Mex favorites.
Starters
- Mexican Street Corn
- Capital Fries & Dipping Sauce
- Chips & Salsa/Queso
- Queso Bites & Dipping Sauce
Rule Breakers (Entrees)
- Monster Quesadillas
- Crazy Fries
- Epic Nachos
- Tacos, Burritos & More
You’ll also love the Big Kahuna taco, which consists of battered fried fish, jack & cheddar, corn salsa, carolina gold, cilantro, dirty spice, and a lime wedge.
Where Is Capital Tacos Located?
Capital Tacos is located at 800 Forrest St NW Atlanta, GA 30318. Here is a map to help you find it.
Capital Taco’s phone number is (470) 816-3784.
So when are you going to visit Capital Tacos? Put it on your list of best Atlanta taco places.
Final Word
Tex-Mex food, Mexican and Taco Tuesday. Atlanta does all of them well.
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Atlanta has long been the epicenter of Southern comfort food. A new eatery in Decatur will continue that tradition: Platez Southern Kitchen and Cocktailz is set to open on August 19 2022.
The restaurant’s grand opening celebration will run three days — August 19-21 — from 12 to 4 p.m. and feature music from 107.9 FM on Saturday and PRAISE 102.9 FM on Sunday, great food and more.
Owner Etanya Lucas will welcome guests for the grand opening with tastings from the restaurant’s breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.
What’s On The Menu At Platez Southern Kitchen and Cocktailz?Plates will offer a variety of Southern classics on its menu, from shrimp po-boys, BBQ ribs to low country seafood boil and more.
Here’s the menu:
Courtesy of Platez On the restaurant’s website, it gives you an inkling as to what you can expect to taste on your “platez”: “Platez Southern Kitchen + Cocktailz pays homage to the dishes, or platez as we like to call them, that families across the South have made part of their history. Our story starts with our own family and the spirit of serving others and continues into the amazing Decatur community where we are proud to call home.
Where Is Platez Located?
Platez is located inside the Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Decatur Downtown/Emory. The address of the hotel is 130 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA 30030. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
Platez joins a long list of exceptional black-owned restaurants in Atlanta. If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.
As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following.The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a bar explosion in recent years.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.