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If you’ve been looking to buy a restaurant, bar or tavern in Midtown Atlanta, this is your chance. This one comes with a patio and dedicated parking.
The kitchen is state of the art and the interior boasts multiple flat screen TVs and beers on tap.
Here are some more amenities:
$1,000,000 Build Out.
6,500/sf.
Outdoor seating for 50.
Seating for 200.
Bar seats 25.
Rent is $18,000 which includes CAM, cleaning of grease traps and water.
Ten-year lease with two-five year options to renew.
Sales approaching $2mm.
The MLS number is #1907.
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All things Georgia will be on display at the Peach Fest set for Sunday, July 29, 20, 2018. The one-day event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. in downtown Atlanta’s Flat Iron City.
There will be Georgia-sourced food and drink from 65 chefs, distillers, brewers and farmers. (SIGN UP: Get the hottest newsletter in town: AtlantaFi’s Weekly Guide.
The festival promises “your favorite farmers, barkeeps, distillers, brewers and chefs serving up peach-infused classics like crudos, sausage, roasted meats, paleo offerings, cheese and peach chutney, peach brews, wood-fired pizzas, the best pastries, peach infused bbq, ice cream socials and more.”
At the center of the fund-raising efforts is a silent auction filled with rare, cellared wines and gifts from restauranteurs and sponsors. Kids 12 and under are free.
PeachFest is ” a unique signature three-hour culinary experience of delight and wonderment. Feast on peach inspired dishes ranging from paleo to pizza, ethically sourced proteins and responsibly raised heritage breed pigs paired with peaches, a variety of beverages from local craft breweries, distilleries and wineries, all created by some of Georgia’s most forward thinking food and drink leaders.”
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The red-hot Atlanta Dream did it again this week, winning their sixth consecutive game. The city’s WNBA team is the league’s hottest team, improving their record to 14-9.
The latest win on Thursday came at the expense of the New York Liberty, who the Dream whipped 82-68 in front of thousands of fans at McCamish Pavilion in Midtown Atlanta.
See Tiffany Hayes buzzer beater
This time, Renee Montgomery made a franchise-record seven 3-pointers to finish with 24 points. Tiffany Hayes scored 20 points.
Atlanta faces the Seattle Storm at 3 p.m. at McCamish Pavilion.
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Google is bringing a pop-up mini golf course to the BeltLine from Thursday, July 26 to Sunday, July 29., AtlantaFi has learned.
The golf course, which will be partially interactive and voice-activated like Google Home, will be free and open to the public. All players will have to do is use Google Home’s voice assistant to help them maneuver around the course and its obstacles.
The course will be located at Common Ground at the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail (550 Somerset Terrace NE) near Old Fourth Ward and Little Five Points. -
Say what you want about the “Puerto Rican Princess,” but she knows how to draw a crowd. The season, “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” went live without the reality TV star and the ratings have been brutal.
According to the AJC’s Rodney Ho, “LHHA” ratings have sank 25% without Joseline Hernandez. After the birth of her child last year, Hernandez left VH1 over creative differences and bad blood on the set.
She now lives in Miami. I guess she’ll bounce back with a Florida-themed show.
The show’s overnight ratings averaged 2.06 million viewers, down from 2.74 million a year ago, according to Ho.
Do you miss the Puerto Rican Princess?
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Ray’s Restaurants is already has the giving spirit even though it’s summertime. The restaurant with three metro Atlanta locations (Ray’s on the River, Ray’s in the City, Ray’s at Killer Creek) is offering a $100 dining card to those who book a December party at its locations before Sept. 30, 2018.
To qualify, parties must spend at least $1,500 in food and drinks for the events. The dining cards will be mailed to recipients in January 2019 once the event invoices have been paid in full.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: TJohnson@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Even though Fat Tuesday was many moons ago, we’ve still got the alcoholic masterpiece known as the frozen daiquiri on your minds.
To put us back in the mood, Marietta seafood restaurant Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar is celebrating the official drink of New Orleans by serving the classic variety as well as two specially crafted versions as well.
The Cuatro daiquiri combines Bacardi 4 year with lime and house syrup, while the Thai daiquiri features Santa Teresa 1796, pineapple, lime and sesame. The Papa Doble blends Bacardi 8, grapefruit, lime and Luxardo for another refreshing twist.
Head to Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar and try them all by Sunday, July 22.
Read more: Casi Cielo opens in Sandy Springs
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A new restaurant is coming to Sandy Springs in the Modera mixed-use development. Casi Cielo: a chef-driven, upscale-casual dining eatery is set to open its doors in August.
Casi Cielo comes to us from the same people who brought metro Atlanta the venerable La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant. This time, the purveyors, La Cosecha Group, will serve locales tasty dishes featuring artisanal Oaxacan cuisine.
Casi Cielo restaurant coming to Sandy Springs
The 135-seat restaurant will include a patio and full bar with over 50 types of Mezcals – the largest collection in Atlanta. Not only will patrons have premium cocktails at their call, but they will also have a generous selection of wines from Spanish-speaking countries including Argentina, Uruguay, Spain, Mexico and Chile, just a cork pop away.
The eatery will also feature water infused daily with fruits and herbs via a SonicPrep Ultrasonic Homogenizer machine, from which low-heat sound waves create a smooth infusion of flavors and aromas.
Casi Cielo will also serve as the U.S. debut of Executive Chef Juan Ruiz, who earned his kitchen stripes from the maternal side of his family in his native Bogota, Colombia. His culinary expertise includes stints in the esteemed kitchens of Palacio de Congresos El Kursaal (three Michelin Stars; Barcelona, Spain), Hotel Finca Lérida (one Michelin Star; at the base of Volcán Barú in Panama), and many other elite restaurants.
“Everything served at the restaurant is designed to stimulate the senses and entice the palate. We respect the ingredients, history and traditions of Mexican cuisine and pride ourselves in doing things the right way- no shortcuts,” Ruiz said in a written statement.
Casi Cielo is located at 6125 Roswell Road Atlanta, GA 30328, where it will serve lunch and dinner Monday – Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday / Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
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Atlanta is the No. 2 city in the nation when it comes to people finding work in the “gig economy,” according to a new report. All you have to do is look around you to see the many Uber, Lyft and Grubhub drivers on the streets and we see the freelance market is alive and well in the ATL.
The report from FitSmallBusiness.com looked at 20 cities in the United States and pulled info from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Brookings Institute to determine the best cities for gig economy jobs.
THESE ARE THE TOP 15 CITIES FOR GIG ECONOMY JOBS:
1) San Francisco
2) Atlanta
3) Los Angeles
4) Boston
5) Washington D.C.
6) Dallas
7) San Jose
8) San Diego
9) Miami
10) Phoenix
11) Minneapolis
12) Nashville
13) Denver
14) Chicago
15) PortlandFitSmallBusiness.com chose the following metrics to rank the cities:
Per Capita Revenue – 33%
Average Rent Costs – 33%
Growth of the Gig Economy – 33%
Qualitative Considerations (high-speed internet and shared workspace) – tie-breaker for similarly scored cities“Certain cities have the magic ingredients to make it easier to be successful as a freelancer,” says Eric Noe, Editor-in-Chief, FitSmallBusiness.com. “Affordable rent, low overall cost of living and helpful resources for non-traditional workers all factor in, and our research clearly suggests that gig economies are strongest in metro areas where there’s a bigger demand for task services.”
It must be said that many workers aren’t joining the gig economy as a substitute for full-time employment. No, statistics show that workers are taking on temporary or freelance positions to earn extra money.
Indeed, earning extra income online has become one of the biggest things in the job market over the past 10 years.
Employers are become more open to gig workers because they help keep costs down: Typically contract workers don’t require insurance, a certainly not a 401(k) and other benefits.
Still, if you’re serious about working in the gig economy, there are some things you’re going to need:
- A car
- A computer
- A smartphone
Without all three, which incidentally are what you need for a full-time on-site job, your chances of working decrease exponentially.
But there are things you can do to sweeten your position in the job market. In the meantime, look for side jobs that work for you.
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Read more: Best work from home jobs in Atlanta, Georgia
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The Memphis rap duo 8 Ball and MJG are having a movie made about them and it’s going to be produced in Atlanta. The 1990s rap group largely put the Midsouth on the map with their first LP in 1993 “Comin’ Out Hard.”
Producers in ATL are looking to cast people for speaking roles to shoot in August 2018 for several parts, including a young MJG.
Here is the casting call breakdown:
8 Ball and MJG film: Paid speaking and featured roles
Location: Atlanta Ga (must work as local hire)
Dates: 8/17/18-8/19/18 (subject to change)
[8 BALL]18 to 24 years old, Black/African American male. (to play 16yr old & 20yr old). Heavyset with Dark skin tone. Confident, southern, street smart and hood. Wants nothing more but to leave his small town and be a rapper.
[MJG]18 to 24 years old, Black/African American male. (to play 16yr old & 20yr old). Tall and thin with Dark skin tone. Laid back, southern, street smart and hood. Mild mannered but ready to hit the stage at any time.
[YOUNG B] 12 to 14 years old, Black/African American male. (to play 13yr old) Heavyset & dark skin. Outgoing and foul mouthed middle schooler. (must be comfortable with adult language)
[YOUNG M] 12 to 14 years old, Black/African American male. (to play 13yr old) Tall, thin & dark skin. Cool and confident middle schooler. (must be comfortable with adult language)
[JUDY] 18 to 24 years old, Black/African American female (to play 16-18). Thin/average built with cocoa skin tone. 8 Ball’s high school girlfriend.
[TD] 18 to 24, Black/African American male. (to play 17-20yr old). Stylish young music mogul from Houston. Dark skin with waves in hair. No non sense mover and shaker.
[MOOKIE] 20 to 30, Black/African American male. Young drug dealer that gets high on his own supply. Neighborhood bully.
[CED] 18 to 24, Mixed/African American male. Next hottest rap star to hit the scene in the late 80’s early 90’s. LL Cool J type. Light skin pretty boy looks.
To be considered send:
1. Name
2. Age
3. Height/Weight
4. Phone Number
Or…
6. Resume & Headshot
7. Reel
Send all of the above info to:
Subject: Role you are submitting for
Serious inquiries only!!
Here is info on the project for your records:
Project: UNTITLED PITCH PROJECT FOR 8 BALL & MJG BIOPIC
Type: Pitch Project / Non Union
Location: Atlanta GA
NEW Shoot Dates: 8/17/18-8/19/18 (subject to change)
Director: Kimberly L. Jones
EP: Dewayne “Duprano” Martin
Writers: January Curry / Toni Brooks
Story by: Dewayne “Duprano” Martin / 8 Ball / MJG
