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The African Union Ambassador to the USA and Caribbean, H.E. Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao, will be in Atlanta on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 for the first-ever African Union Town Hall here.
The African Union (AU), consists of 55 member states located on the continent of Africa. Like its counterpart, the European Union, the AU is a formidable trading bloc worth $2.3 trillion when you consider the rich resources of the continent.
African Union ambassador set to visit Atlanta
Chihombori-Quao has an Atlanta-based committee and so it’s fitting that the African Union Town Hall be held here. The event will take place in the AUC Robert W. Woodruff Library from 6:30pm-8:30pm (RSVP required).
Chihombori-Quao is scheduled to meet with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms, the Office of International Affairs, influencers and several key stakeholders in the African Diaspora constituency.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE AFRICAN UNION TOWN HALL
Chihombori-Quao’s Atlanta visit is being facilitated by the African Diaspora Nation and African Union Diaspora Health Initiative on behalf of the African Union (AU) Representative Mission to the United States and Caribbean.
Chihombori-Quao is determined that all parts of the African diaspora, including those in Atlanta, may have a share in the sizable business opportunities that will present itself in and around the AU trading bloc.
More information on Ambassador Quao’s background and track record of impact can be found at www.africandiasporanation.org
Listen to Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao’s outreach to the African diaspora
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
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One of the premiere 2019 Atlanta festivals is just about here: Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2019. The Atlanta Dogwood Festival takes place Friday, April 12 through Sunday, April 14 this year.
Its annual location, Piedmont Park, will once again serve as the perfect backdrop as thousands of people flock to hear music, patronize the vendors, enjoy great food and enjoy the scenic beauty.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2019: Everything you need to know
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is now in its 83rd year. Here’s everything to know about the free event, which is one of the city’s oldest-running festivals.
On the main stage this year will be several big-name artists. Here is the musical lineup for the Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2019:
Main Stage at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival: Friday, April 12
- The Jack Bartley Band – 7 p.m.
- Jacob Bryant – 9 p.m.
Main Stage at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival: Saturday, April 13
- The Wesley Pruitt Band – 5 p.m.
- Jessica Meuse – 7 p.m.
- Stone Senate – 9 p.m.
Main Stage at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival: Sunday, April 14
- Preachervan (The Georgia Flood) – 3 p.m.
- Clay Shelburn – 5 p.m.
Buy tickets to Backyard Bites & Brews
The festival also features its annual VIP tasting experience, Backyard Bites & Brews. You can purchase tickets to Backyard Bites & Brews at the 83rd Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival right here.
This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year.
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The Spring Wine Festival 2019 returns to historic Fourth Ward Park on Saturday, April 13, with wine, beer, music and more. at Piedmont Park in Midtown. Hours will be 1 – 5 pm, Saturday, April 13.
21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets. Chairs, blankets, and small bags are okay. No outside food or beverage. Rain or shine event, no refunds. We will not have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available. Beer and Wine will be cut off at 4:45pm. Do Not Drink and Drive. We Reserve the right to cut off anyone who has had enough alcohol.
Atlanta Spring Wine Festival: Historic 4th Ward Park
The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival will feature 50+ Wines, Beer & Cider, Live Music, Air conditioned DJ Tent and more.
The address of Old Fourth Ward Park is Historic 4th Ward Park 665 North Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308.
$45 advance, $50 after April 4, $60 day of event
First 500 just $35
Tickets on sale Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m.
Ready to have a good time outdoors? See all the other Atlanta festivals for 2019
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Wings and all types of beer will be in abundance this weekend as Taco Mac celebrates the 40 years in business. The anniversary reunion celebration is going on at Taco Mac’s Sandy Springs location on April 15, 2019.
Guests can expect an all-you-can-eat buffet, entertainment and the chance to win prizes from 5-10 p.m.
Taco Mac anniversary reunion party in Sandy Springs
There will also be a cash bar where you can indulge in some of the best new cocktails and specialty beers that Taco Mac has to offer.
Tickets are $10 with all the proceeds to benefit longtime charity partner Camp Twin Lakes.
Where is Taco Mac located in Sandy Springs?
Taco Mac in Sandy Springs is located at 5600 Roswell Rd Ste M-003, Sandy Springs, GA 30342. If you need help finding it. Here’s a map.
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also 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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
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.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
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Haven Restaurant and Bar in Brookhaven is hosting their annual Patio Party in honor of the start of spring and warm weather. The event is slated to take place at the Brookhaven eatery on Thursday, April 18 from 7-10pm.Tickets are $35 with no reservation required and include an assortment of food options and a selection of beer and wine.Haven hosts patio party in Brookhaven
Guests can expecta number of signature eats, including grilled scallops and shrimp with herb butter; BBQ pork sliders with coleslaw; grilled marinated quail; smoked chicken wings with ramp ranch and more.Where is Haven located?
Haven is located at Suite 160, 1441 Dresden Drive NE Brookhaven, Georgia 30319. The phone number is 404-969-0700. Here’s a map to help you find the place.It’s patio season all over ATL. Check out these Atlanta restaurants with awesome patios and rooftops
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.Fast-casual is also 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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
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.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
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The Lawrence is getting into the spring of things quite literally: The Midtown Atlanta restaurant has refreshed its lunch, dinner and cocktail menus.
The lunch and dinner menus are just as Southern and yummy as ever, but it’s the cocktail menu that reads like a novel: That’s because many of the items are classic literary characters.
“Spring is a time of awakening and fresh ideas, and I think our latest menus really encapsulate that,” Executive Chef Katie Juban said. “Our cocktail menu, inspired by literary characters from classic novels, is so unique – and delicious – and the lunch and dinner menus speak for themselves. I’m excited for Atlanta to experience them.”
Here are some highlights from The Lawrence’s cocktail menu
- “Lizzie Bennett & Mr. Darcy” inspired by Pride and Prejudice – Grapefruit Peel Infused Gin, Alysian Blanc, Dimmi, Lime, Honey, Chamomile, Honeydew
- “Montgomery Montgomery” inspired by Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events – Marie Duffau Napoleon Armagnac, Cranberry Infused Fino Sherry, Cocchi Americano, Dolin Blanc, Orange Bitters
- “Sirius Black” inspired by Harry Potter – Dulse Infused Glasgow Scotch, Averna, Cap Corse Blanc Quinquina, Leader, Peychauds.
Where is The Lawrence located in Atlanta?
The Lawrence is located at 905 Juniper Street Atlanta GA 30309. Their phone number is (404) 961-7177. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also 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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
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.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
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The Netflix movie “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile” screened on Sunday, April 7 at the 2019 Atlanta Film Festival.The movie, which stars Zac Efron as Ted Bundy, depicts the serial killer’s pathological liar-lover persona in full spectrum.Oscar-nominated filmmaker Joe Berlinger was on hand as hundreds of people stood in line at the Plaza Theatre for more than an hour to see the screening.Despite it’s title, “Extremely Wicked” resisted what was expected to be a dark narrative for much of the movie. Only in the last 10 minutes did the film show a true-to-life glimpse of the horrors that Bundy, perfected executed by Efron, did to his female victims.Berlinger drew into his deep experience with true crime documentaries to weave a compelling plot that shows Bundy they way he viewed himself rather than from the lens of the media. Berling did a masterful job with “Exremely Wicked,” which is expected to be a Netflix blockbuster.The Atlanta Film Festival: What to do this week
The 43rd annual Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) continues through April 14. in Midtown. The event features 11 days of movie happenings, film screenings, educational workshops and more.
If you’re a movie buff, you’ll love the talent and filmmaker appearances as well as the special music, food, and art-focused presentations. But there are also FREE things to do.
‘Speed Of Life’ Director: ‘Most Of The Things I Make Are Personal’
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Hundreds of people stood out in the rain early Friday, April 5, 2019 for the grand opening of the new Whole Foods in Midtown Atlanta. The new three-level “flagship” location is located at the corner of 14th Street and West Peachtree. The store is set to open on April 5.
The new store opened on the ground level of the new “Icon” apartment building, which reaches 39 floors. The 70,000-square foot structure has been beset by delays but is ready to debut.
Attn Shoppers: New Whole Foods in Midtown Atlanta is open
Shoppers were gifted with an “I’m just an Icon living” handbag as they entered the store.
Shoppers at the new Whole Foods in #MidtownATL got some swag at the grand opening (it’s in the Icon building) pic.twitter.com/7Y4eCUtINn
— ATLHAPS (@atlhaps) April 5, 2019
A DJ played a mix of dance songs and hip-hop as customers were treated to free pastries, croissants and coffee before the shopping began.
The new Whole Foods in Midtown Atlanta is the largest in the Southeast, according to store execs. What makes this project even more special is that it has a microbrewery, cooking school, a pub and rooftop patio bar.
Other amenities at the new Whole Foods include:
- 3 levels of parking for easy access in and out of the structure
- Capital Commons, a full-service Allegro coffee and espresso bar
- 14th Street Bar, which serves wine, local beer and seasonal fare
- Canopy Court, a rooftop terrace featuring skyline views, stadium seating and games
This is what the new Whole Foods looks like:
The store will also feature artisan bakery goods from Atlanta’s Root Baking Company, Heavenly Cakes by Pharez and other local companies. Specialties foods like macaron ice cream sandwiches, pastéis de nata and edible cookie dough will also be on hand.
Whole Foods in Midtown Atlanta at 14th & Spring St.
A Farm Burger is said to be bringing its grass-fed beef patties inside the Whole Foods as a flagship restaurant at 22 14th Street. The addition of the eatery is seen as a risk when you consider the plight of Roast, the adjacent restaurant to Whole Foods on Ponce.
On August 23, 2017, the Federal Trade Commission approved the merger between Amazon and Whole Foods. Competitors have been waiting to see how Amazon will incorporate Whole Foods into its portfolio.Where is the new Whole Foods in Midtown Atlanta located?
The new Whole Foods is located at 22 14th Street NW Atlanta, GA 30309. Here is a map so that you can find it.
Where to park at Whole Foods in Midtown
Whole Foods has two levels of parking in the Icon Building. All you need is to grab your parking ticket and take it to the Whole Foods cashier.
They will stamp your ticket and you’ll get two hours of parking for free.
Also, Whole Foods is hiring
Join the staff at the new Whole Foods Apply today!
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The Atlanta Film Festival has kicked off this weekend at various venues around Midtown and tens of thousands of filmmakers, actors, producers and movie buffs have converged on the city.One of the more anticipated films is “Speed of Life,” which was directed by filmmaker Liz Manashil.“Speed of Life” stars Allison Tolman, Ann Dowd and Jeff Perry in a movie that takes place in the immediate aftermath of rocker David Bowie’s death.‘Speed of Life’ debuts at Atlanta Film Festival
Manashil, whose first feature film, “Bread and Butter,” uses “Speed of Life” to explore how a legendary musician’s demise affects everyday life of a handful of characters.AtlantaFi.com got to interview Manashil as part of the Atlanta Film Festival. Here’s what she had to say:1. What inspired you to get into filmmaking?I wanted to be an actress for quite some time but had an epiphany while watching a film called “Stolen Kisses” in high school. I love the creative control that comes with writing/directing and I love the ability I have to work out my own anxieties with the films that I make. Most of the things that I make are personal and somewhat autobiographical.2. For people who are not familiar with David Bowie, what are you hoping this film conveys about him?The film is inspired by Bowie but not about him. The main thing we want to convey is that his impact on this world was so dramatic that it felt like the universe broke when he died. There were a lot of jokes about how the fabric of the universe ripped when Bowie died, this film riffs off that idea.3. Do you have any other films/film ideas in the works?“Speed of Life” is my second feature and I am attached to direct a third feature, “Lady Parts,” this summer and am in development on my fourth feature, “Sex and Jesus,” as well. I recently made a short film about the film festival process that I’ll be releasing online soon.
Courtesy of Liz Manashil If you can make the Atlanta Film Festival, go see “Speed of Life”!
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A new Atlanta restaurant is set to open its doors in late April 2019. The Select, a restaurant and bar from the team behind Paces and Vine, is located in the City Springs development in the city’s downtown.
The minds behind The Select are Dave Green and David Lester, best known for their Vinings’ restaurant Paces & Vine.
New Atlanta restaurant opening in City Springs: The Select
The Select is a 1920s-inspired restaurant and bar that gets its name from aris’ famed Le Select. The restaurant will feature light and contemporary fare in a relaxed atmosphere.
The kitchen will be run by Executive Chef Matt Rainey, a Georgia native who most recently helmed the eats at Rococo Steak and Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant in Tampa, Florida.
What’s on the menu at The Select?
The restaurant will feature daily dinner and late-night small plates inspired by American and European cuisine, alongside seasonal craft cocktails, local beer on draft.
The wine program will feature around 60 bottles and more than 30 options of wine by the glass.
Here are some of the menu items at The Select
Where is The Select located?
The Select is located at 6405 Blue Stone Rd Suite 200, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 in in the new City Springs mixed-used development . Here is a map to help you find it.
The Select is located in the new City Springs development with 1000 parking spaces above and below ground. Parking is free for 2 hours, and we can validate your ticket if longeThe Select will operate during the following hours:
- Dinner: Mon. – Sun., 5-10pm
- Fri. and Sat. Late Night Bar & Small Plates: 10pm-2am
- Sat. & Sun. Brunch: 10am-3pm
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also 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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
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.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
