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Prolific restaurateur Kevin Gillespie just opened a new Atlanta restaurant concept that will show off his culinary talents. The eatery opened its doors on May 24, 2024.
Open Now in Atlanta: Nàdair
Gillespie, the owner of Gunshow, opened the new restaurant called Nàdair in DeKalb County.
“So the wildcat is finally out of the bag! It’s true, we are currently working on a new restaurant slated for next year. Nàdair (from the Scots Gaelic “Dòigh Nàdair” meaning “the way of nature” and pronounced “nuh-DARE”),” Gillespie said in a post on social media.
He said that the eatery will be “the next chapter in a story we began many years ago at Woodfire Grill. I have been hoping to one day be able to return to the rustic elegance of live fire cooking, paired with a service style marked by intentionality and humility.”
Where Will Nàdair Be Located?
Nàdair will be housed in the space formerly occupied by Floataway Cafe at 1123 Zonolite Rd, NW Ste. 15, Atlanta, Ga. 30306. Here’s a map to help you find it.
It will be an honor to steward the next generation of restaurants in Asana Partners’ former Floataway Cafe space, a restaurant we admired and one that helped develop the Atlanta dining scene we see today.”
Gillespie said that more details about the new joint, including images and menus, will be revealed after the new year.
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The Superica empire continues to grow in metro Atlanta. The latest addition to the portfolio is a 6,000-square-foot restaurant at the Ashford Lane development in Dunwoody.
Acclaimed Chef Ford Fry has built his Superica brand, which specializes in Tex-Mex with a twist, into five restaurants now in the Atlanta area.
Have you ever been to a Superica? It is one of Atlanta’s best Tex-Mex restaurants for sure.
What Should I Order At Superica?
While the hours of operation vary depending on which Superica you go to, the menu doen’t change that much. That means you can find your favorite tacos, including cool variations of street-style tacos, fajitas al carbon and a great brunch.
Here are some dinner faves of mine, which I always recommend to others.
Photo credit: Superica - CHILE RELLENO crispy poblano pepper filled with corn, mushrooms, and Chihuhah cheese
- CARNITAS DE PUERCO twice-cooked heritage pork belly, tomatillo salsa
- HAMBURGUESA* (pictured) 8 oz. double meat, American cheese, chili con carne, mustard, lettuce, pickles, onions, steak fries
- MESQUITE GRILLED QUAIL served with two tamles smothered in chili con carne and cheese
- El LOPEZ two cheese enchiladas, crispy beef taco, guacamole salad, puffy tostada con queso, rice and beans
Who Owns Superica?
Superica is owned by restaurateur Ford Fry, a James Beard-nominated chef who’s culinary portfolio includes a who’s who of Atlanta bangers such as JCT Kitchen, The Optimist and of course, Superica.
“I want to create restaurants that strike a timeless emotional chord – restaurants that don’t pander to trend, but draw generations of families together,” says Fry.
Where Is Superica In Dunwoody Located?
The Superica in Dunwoody is located at 1220 Ashford Crossing. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
If you love contemporary Tex-Mex with a twist, you’ll love Superica. Like many a waistline in the South, Atlanta’s foodie scene seems to be bursting at the seams. Ready to try something new?
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For reasons unknown, robocallers love the Peach State and its largest city. Atlanta is among the top cities in which its residents receive robocalls and scam calls.
If you want to get rid of those pesky “Scam Likely” calls, keep reading. Do you recognize scam calls when you get them. Let’s investigate:
What Is A Scam Call?
A scam call is one that has clearly illegal or fraudulent behavior, such as a call from an enterprise imposter, or one that has a spoofed caller ID.
The phone companies’ initiative, Stir/Shaken, continues to reduce the number of robocall campaigns based on spoofed IDs, which drives down the number of obvious scam calls by making them harder to detect, since they appear to be telemarketing campaigns unless there is other evidence of fraud.
How To Get Rid Of Scam Likely Calls In Atlanta
To get rid of scam likely calls in Atlanta, you need to use your cell phone provider’s services. For T-Mobile, you can download the Scam Shield app, to screen scam likely calls.
For an AT&T device, you can use AT&T Call Protect offers similar protection for any device using this carrier.
For wireless customers, Verizon’s Call Filter can help you avoid unwanted calls. Call Filter blocks potentially fraudulent calls by automatically sending them to voicemail, but you can also block unwanted or nuisance calls with the free Call Filter app or through MyVerizon.
The top cities, area codes, and states with the most robocalls and robocalls/person remained unchanged from January.
Cities With The Most Robocalls
Cities with the Most Robocalls:
Atlanta, GA (171.1 million, -4%)
Dallas, TX (156.9 million, -3%)
Chicago, IL (143.5 million, -6%)
Cities with the Most Robocalls/Person:
Baton Rouge, LA (42.8/person, -6%)
Memphis, TN (35.8/person, -9%)
Washington, DC (31.8/person, -3%)
Area Codes with the Most Robocalls:
404 in Atlanta, GA (70.5 million, -5%)
832 in Houston, TX (61.1 million, -8%)
678 in Atlanta, GA (57.0 million, -4%)
Area Codes with the Most Robocalls/Person:
404 in Atlanta, GA (57.4/person, -5%)
225 in Baton Rouge, LA (42.4/person, -6%)
857 in Boston, MA (39.0, -2%)
State with the Most Robocalls:
Texas (511.2 million, -4%)
California (377.3 million, -5%)
Florida (352.4 million, -2%)
State with the Most Robocalls/Person:
Louisiana (27.2/person, -6%)
South Carolina (25.5/person, -6%)
Alabama (23.2/person, -5%)
These data points are provided by YouMail, a free call protection app for mobile phones.
Final Word
Don’t suffer in silence from robocallers and scammers trying to reach your bank account via phone. Report robocalls and other nuisance callers to your phone company or the FCC.
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No matter if you were born in Atlanta or have moved here in recent years, it’s likely that you’ve heard of the different zones around the city.
This article will tell you everything you need to know about Atlanta zones.
How Many Zones Does Atlanta have?
Atlanta is made up of six zones. The city’s planners came up with the idea to divide Atlanta into zones. Here are the zones that make up Atlanta:
Zone 1: Northwest Atlanta
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 1 include:
- Adamsville
- Bankhead
- The Bluff
- Collier Heights
- English Avenue
- Hunter Hills
- Vine City
- West Lake
Zone 2: Buckhead/Northeast Atlanta
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 2 include:
- Buckhead
- Garden Hills
- Lindbergh
- Morningside
- Piedmont Heights
Zone 3: Southeast Atlanta
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 3 include:
- Capitol View
- Lakewood Heights
- Mechanicsville
- Pittsburgh
- Peoplestown
- Polar Rock
- Summerhill
- Sylvan Hills
- Thomasville
Zone 4: Southwest Atlanta
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 4 include:
- Ben Hill
- Cascade
- Greenbriar
- Oakland City
- West End
Zone 5: Downtown And Midtown
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 5 include:
- Ansley Park
- Castleberry Hill
- Downtown
- Midtown
- Piedmont Park
Zone 6: East Atlanta
The neighborhoods that make up Zone 6 include:
- Old Fourth Ward
- Candler Park
- East Atlanta
- East Lake
- Edgewood
- Kirkwood
- Glenwood
- Little Five Points
- Grant Park
- Virginia Highlands
- Moreland Avenue
Here Is A Map Of Atlanta’s Zones
And there you have it. Those are all of Atlanta’s six zones. If you want to know what type of fod Atlanta is known for, here it is.
Georgia’s largest city continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Do you know how many people live here?
Final Word
If you’ve lived in Atlanta for any amount of time, perhaps you’ve heard about Zone 5 or Zone 6. This article is going to discuss Atlanta’s zones.
Atlanta is a great place and there’s a lot happening. To find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
The fun is just starting. Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit a craft brewery in the city.
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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Georgia’s largest city just can’t get enough of Atlanta food halls. They keep popping up! A new food hall is set to open in Buckhead’s Phipps Plaza, the posh mall at the intersection of Peachtree and Lenox roads. It’s called Citizens Market Atlanta.
The 25,000 square-foot food hall will be under the Citizens culinary markets brand as a result of a partnership between C3 (Creating Culinary Communities), a global food tech platform and Legends, a data-intelligence firm.
New Food Hall Opening At Phipps Plaza
Buckhead’s food scene continues to change as the area continues to see a high build rate for apartments, shops and restaurants.
Aside from the Phipps Plaza location, C3 and Legends plan other Citizens culinary markets this year in Chicago and Miami. London’s is set to debut in 2024.
When Will The Phipps Plaza Food Hall Open?
The Phipps Plaza food hall is set to open in April 2023, according to the news release.
What Restaurants Will Be At The Phipps Plaza Food Hall?
The Phipps Plaza food hall, described in a news release as a “foodie’s playground,” will include the following eateries:
- Umami Burger
- Krispy Rice
- Sam’s Crispy Chicken
- Kumi
- Sa’Moto
- EllaMia
- Cicci di Carne
- Plant Nation
- El Pollo Verde
- Stonie Bowls
- Frankly by Snap-O-Razzo
- Tastemade Me Tacos
- Citizens Pizza
- And more.
Citizens Market will operate from the partnership of Legends, which is providing hospitality partners while C3’s providing the chef inspired and award-winning culinary branding.
Speaking of chefs, the effort has enlisted such acclaimed kitchen talent as Dani Garcia, Masaharu Morimoto, Dario Cecchini, Ralph Perrazzo, and Wes Avila.
According to the news release celebrities such as Matt Stonie, Cindy Lou and Sofia Vergara will be involved as well.
Final Word
When it comes to upscale shopping, Phipps Plaza is a hot destination in Atlanta’s wealthiest neighborhood. But Atlanta also has mom-and-pop restaurants, neighborhood joints, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks 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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Starting your own business can take up a lot of time and energy, but it can also be one of the most rewarding things in your life.
Once you’ve secured financing and settled on an inaugural team (unless it’s just you) you’re ready to begin. Here’s how to start a business in Atlanta.
How Much Does It Cost To Start A Business In Georgia?
To start a business in Georgia, you can expect to pay anywhere from $75 to $300, depending on your specific municipality. The Secretary of State’s Office will continue to charge a yearly fee for registration of $50 to $100, which you can pay for annually or for multiple years in advance.
If your business includes other certifications like a liquor license, you will have to pay even more.
If you’re a woman-owned business, look to see if you qualify for any grants to help get your business off the ground. But let’s go over the general process of starting a business in Atlanta, Georgia:
1. Decide On A Business Structure
You’ll need to select a business structure to operate under for tax reasons and operational functions. The four main business structures are the sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, and S corporation.
- Sole proprietorship: This is for individual entrepreneurship that is owned and run by one person. There is also no legal distinction between the owner and the company.
- Partnership: Like its name implies, a partnership is a mutual agreement between two parties to run and operate a business together.
- Corporation: This type of business structure is owned by shareholder(s). The liability for a corporation rests with the business, not its shareholders.
- S Corporation: These business arrangements typically are advantageous for tax purposes as they permit corporations to funnel income, losses, deductions, and credits through to their shareholders.
Most solo entrepreneurs choose an LLC (limited liability corporation) for simplicity’s sake, but you may choose a sole proprietorship or other business structure for other reasons.
No matter what business structure you file under, you’ll be locked into it until you take steps to modify it.
2. Apply For A Business License
The first step to actually creating a business is to get a business license. You can do that with your city or county. But it’s not so easy. Depending on where you live in Georgia, you’ll first need to secure a state tax identification number, a trade name registration and zoning approval for your business location. You might also need to apply for corporate registrations, professional licenses, or other special permits.
3. Register Your Business Name In Georgia
One of the first things you want to do, if you haven’t already, is register a business name in Georgia. To do that, you need to go to either of these two online resources:
- Georgia Office of the Secretary of State
- Georgia Office of the Secretary of State, Name Reservation Online Portal
4. Buy A Domain Name For Your Business Website
Once you’ve registered your business and found there to be no conflicts with the name you’ve chosen, in today’s digital age, it’s time to buy a domain for your website.
Their are tons of sites to buy domains for your business websites. Some of the best include:
You also want to get a tax ID number. You can do that online at the Internal Revenue Service website. Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) Online here.
5. Create Your Social Media Accounts
All sophisticated businesses have social media accounts today. Yours is no different. You don’t have to set up accounts on all social media platforms, but a few or a few of them — Instagram, Facebook and Twitter — may be essential to communicate with your audience.
You also don’t want to sleep on TikTok, which has exploded in popularity among younger demographics.
Once your business is created, you’ll be able to launch it in Atlanta and build some buzz around it.
Once you’ve done your social media accounts, it’s time to start drawing customers to you.
Final Word
If you’re thinking about starting a business in Atlanta, it’s likely that you already know what type of business you want to open. After your business plans have been created, it’s time to start a business in Atlanta.
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Tanya James is a trailblazer in the entertainment industry who is making waves not only in the United States but also in Africa.
James is the founder and CEO of TJ Entertainment Group, an artist management company that has been serving talented people in the entertainment industry for over two decades and represents talent such as Grammy Award-winning artist PJ Morton.
Meet Tanya James, Entertainment Entrepreneur
She is also the founder of KJ’s Hope Foundation, a non-profit organization that educates, encourages, and empowers individuals living with sickle cell anemia, and the Tanya S. James Foundation (TSJF), another non-profit dedicated to building a better life for the underprivileged in society.
As a black woman in leadership, James is breaking barriers and inspiring others to do the same.
As a devoted wife, mother, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Tanya is committed to being the example that personal and professional success can co-exist.
James has a reputable history of successful humanitarian efforts. For nearly 20 years, prior to her foundation being established in 2022, James has created a lasting impact amongst individuals, communities, and organizations.
Some of her most notable projects include establishing a college scholarship, assisting with medical bills, adopting classrooms, funding mission trips, donating to study-abroad ventures, refurbishing homes damaged by natural disasters, and more.
Recently, James has taken on a new venture that combines her passion for helping those who are less privileged and her commitment to giving back.
Through her foundation TSJF, Tanya broke ground this January on a school she is building in the Kapakoko Village of the Divo, in the West African country Côte D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast).
The goal of the project is to provide access to education and opportunities for young people in the Kapakoko community.
James is not only investing her own resources in this project, but also leveraging her connections to collaborate with the well-known non-profit ProSeed Foundation, with the hope of making an even bigger impact with the launch of the school.
Final Word
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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If you’re a fan of good music and beer (who isn’t?) then you’ll love the return of one of the city’s best music festivals: SweetWater 420 Fest. Although it won’t be held at Centennial Olympic Park and will be smaller, 420 Fest is still going to take place on a beautiful Atlanta weekend this spring.
Guests can look forward to both indoor and outdoor stages at the Ottley Drive brewery. Food will be available from local vendors as well as from the taproom, SweetWater will be serving a limited food menu along with their signature beverages.
When Is SweetWater 420 Fest Taking Place In 2023?
SweetWater 420 Fest is set to take place on April 22-23, 2023 at SweetWater’s Atlanta brewery.
“Live music is as vital to our culture as making heady beer,” says Mike Boudreaux, SweetWater’s Director of Hospitality. “While the shift in venue will limit capacity, we anticipate this intimate edition of 420 Fest to be one for the books. Safety and nonstop music are our top priority for this 420 Fest, and bringing the festival to the brewery will be incredibly special.”
Where Will SweetWater 420 Fest Be Held?
SweetWater 420 Fest will be held at 195 Ottley Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, the site of the brewery. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Who Is Performing At SweetWater 420 Fest For 2023?
The 17th annual festival will be headlined by Shakey Graves, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Ghostland Observatory, Rome & Duddy, and Neal Francis.
Along with SweetWater 420 Fest’s headliners, the event will also feature performances by Sunsquabi, Kitchen Dwellers, Doom Flamingo, Neighbor, The Vegabonds, The Stews, Maggie Rose, Fireside Collective, Robert Jon & The Wreck, and Consider the Source. Additional bands include: Khaliko, Hotel Fiction, Tall Tall Trees, Happy Landing, and Wolf Mask.
How To Get A Ticket
You can buy tickets and ticket packages here.
Final Word
SweetWater 420 Fest is one of the best festivals in Atlanta, but it’s not the only one.
Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
While it’s warm, take advantage of the outdoors. Don’t miss these awesome festivals.
The fun is just starting. Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit a craft brewery in the city.
Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
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The Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta is getting a new restaurant in the coming months. National Anthem will combine two of America’s favorite pastimes: eating and baseball.
The eatery will pay homage to America’s top sport while serving some classic dishes you would find in a modern diner, according to a news release.
When Is National Anthem Opening In Atlanta?
National Anthem is set to open in April 2023, AtlantaFi.com has learned. That will be just in time for opening day or close to it as baseball season commences in April as well.
The restaurant will be located just outside Truist Park Stadium, where the Atlanta Braves play, so you just might catch an aroma while you’re in the stands.
Executive Chef Nick Badovinus will man the kitchen, which promises to focus on high-quality food “with cheery twists on classic dishes,” it says on the Omni’s website.
It is the hope of National Anthem’s proprietors that the restaurant become a go-to spot for baseball fans as well as foodies looking for great food before and after games.
What’s Going To Be On The Menu At National Anthem?
From a news release about the eatery, the National Anthem menu will feature such iconic dishes as prime flat iron steaks, seafood, burgers and more.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Nick and welcome National Anthem to The Battery Atlanta.” says Omar Vega, General Manager, Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta. “This will be an exciting new dining option for our guests and locals year-round, but especially during the baseball season.”
Where Will National Anthem Be Located?
National Anthem will be located at the Omni Hotel at Battery Atlanta. Its address is 2625 Circle 75 Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30339. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
The Battery Atlanta is one of our favorite places not only to grab a bite but to enjoy a live show.
Georgia’s biggest city offers everything you need for a cosmopolitan experience in an urban environment, including trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks 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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Bed, Bath and Beyond recently announced that it was closing nearly 40 more stores across the country as the copany teeters toward bankruptcy. In the Atlanta market, some popular store locations have not been spared.This article will tell you what you need to know about the Bed, Bath and Beyond store closures in metro Atlanta and which store locations will stay open.Why Is Bed, Bath & Beyond in Financial Trouble?
Bed, Bath & Beyond, like many retailers, is struggling with inventory issues in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which severely constrained the supply chain and led to worker shortages. That has led to big sales, but not enough.More importantly, Bed, Bath & Beyond is coping with liquidity (money) woes. It doesn’t have the cash to support how much debt it has accumulated over the past three years and is trying to stay solvent by initiating stock buybacks and trimming stores and personnel.For the everyday customer, that means they’ve been seeing more store closures.Which Bed, Bath & Beyond Stores In Metro Atlanta Are Closing?
- The Bed, Bath & Beyond at 130 Perimeter Center West in Atlanta near Perimeter Mall is closing.
- The Bed, Bath & Beyond at 4475 Roswell Rd, Marietta, Ga. is closing as well.
- Bed Bath & Beyond store at 1 Buckhead Loop NE, Atlanta, will shut its doors, too.
- Snellville: Presidential Market Center, 1905 Scenic Hwy Suite 5000
- Suwanee: 2623 Peachtree Pkwy
Read the full Bed, Bath and Beyond Store Closings List for 2022.
In the third quarter of 2022, the company told shareholders that it had failed to reach its revenue benchmark, reporting sales of $1.2 billion compared to $1.8 billion for the same period a year before. This meant that more changes were in store for the bathware store.When the latest store closures were announced, Sue Gove, President & CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond said, “Today’s announcement underscores the importance of having initiated a turnaround at the start of the third quarter and why we strengthened our leadership team to execute each step with precision. Our plan has two anchors: the first enables us to refocus merchandising and inventory, operate more efficiently, and grow our digital and omni-capabilities, and the second focuses on strengthening our financial position.”The closures are part of the company’s plans to trim overhead, which it announced a couple of years ago.What Bed, Bath & Beyond Stores Will Remain Open?
The Atlanta Bed, Bath & Beyond stores that will remain open for now include:
- 1235 Caroline St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
- 2955 Cobb Pkwy SE Ste 110, Atlanta, GA 30339
- 6050 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Final Word
The sad news has a silver lining for those looking to save money. There should be some clearance sales in the next few days at these stores, which means you can buy some cool bath, beauty and baby products for less.
Along with the wonderful things to eat and do in Atlanta, there are also so awesome places to shop.
In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.
Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!
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