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You might not believe it, but Linkedin.com can definitely help you get a job. The professional jobs website has some cool features that jobseekers should be taking advantage of.
In this article, I’ll show you how to use LinkedIn to help you find that job you want.
Here’s How To Use LinkedIn To Find A Job
Linkedin has more than 260 million members in its online community. The social networking site is free, although there is a paid subscription it offers as part of a Premium membership.
The things we’ll go over in this article will be applicable to the free site. No need to pay to find a job on LinkedIn.
In This Article:
- How To Add A Profile Photo To LinkedIn
- How To Add A Resume To LinkedIn
- How to Network on Linkedin
- How To Use LinkedIn To Find Jobs
- What To Do After You Apply
Add A Profile Photo
One of the most underrated factors in getting interest on LinkedIn is the profile photo. When uploading an profile photo make sure you:
- Use a quality photo.
- Smile in your photo.
- Look professional in your photo
Here’s how to add a photo on LinkedIn:
- Tap your profile photo, then tap View Profile.
- On your profile, tap the Camera icon at the upper left.
- Tap Photo to take a photo or select a photo from your phone or computer.
How To Add A Resume To LinkedIn
To add a resume on LInkedIn, here are the steps you need to make:
#1. Log into LInkedIn.com and access your profile by clicking on your picture or the Me tab in the top navigation menu.
2. Once you click on More, it will open up a dialog box that will give you an option to manage your resume.
3. Here’s where you can either upload a resume or create one. Once you add your resume you’ll be able to manage it, including add sections to it.
Once your resume is live on LinkedIn, you’ll be one step closer to being discoverable to recruiters and others on the site.
Next, let’s talk about how to meet people on LinkedIn. The virtues of networking in person go without question, but it’s just as important to do in online.
Want To Customize Your URL?
For branding purposes, some people customize their URL, which LinkedIn allows you to do. To customize your URL, here are the steps.
- Tap on your profile picture.
- Scroll to the Contact section and tap the Edit icon.
- On the Edit contact info page, tap on your Profile URL.
- Under Edit your custom URL, tap the Edit icon next to the URL.
- Type in your name or whatever you want to call yourself as your new custom URL.
- Tap Save.
How To Network On LinkedIn
To network effectively on LinkedIn, you’ll need to build your network by adding connections. Once you connect with someone, you will see all their posts and other interactions on the site.
Click on the My Network button to find people to add. Look for people who have similar positions as you do. You’ll especially need to connect with people who work at the employer you want to get a job with.
It may pay to connect to the following people on LInkedIn:
- Would-be employer recruiter
- Would-be employer hiring manager
- Would-be employer colleagues
You’re not just connecting with people to add them to your network, you may want to reach out to them and introduce yourself to them. Tell them that you’re interested in a position there and would like to know their thoughts on the company.
Be upfront about your aspirations and any other thing they ask you. This is how you make a real connection that may make the difference in being hired or not.
When reaching out to people to network on LinkedIn, try to build a rapport with them through shared experiences or interests and goals you both have in common.
Now let’s get to the nitty gritty: How to find a job on this employment networking site.
How To Use LinkedIn To Find Jobs
LinkedIn is a great resource to find a job online. There are obviously other job sites out there, but only LInkedIn has a built-in social network where your future boss and colleagues are accessible.
Using LinkedIn to find a job used to be a lot easier when the jobs platform was separate from the main site. But in 2019, LInkedIn folded Jobs into the main site and app.
If you click on Jobs in the LinkedIn menu, it will show you the latest available jobs based on your profile.
Using the algorithm of jobs you’ve searched for on the site, LinkedIn jobs will appear that you may be interested in.
Once you find a job and choose to apply for it, you’ll have two ways to do so:
- Some jobs may allow you to use the Easy Apply feature: This will allow you to immediately send your resume to the employer in the LinkedIn interface
- Other companies will forward you to their career site to go through the full process of filling out an application online
What To Do After You Apply
After you apply for a job on LinkedIn, this is where the site punches above its weight: Remember those connections you added to your network?
Circle back to them to tell them that you applied for a position and would appreciate a reference. Linkedin makes it easy for candidates to ask for a reference and add it to their application.
Last Words
LinkedIn has a lot more features that can help you find a job. One of the best ways to take advantage of the site or app is to continue to build your connections.
Your network will be the way that you get exposed to new jobs and employment opportunities that you may be interested in.
Finally, don’t think you need to spend a large amount of time on the site. Try to check in for a few minutes every other day or a few times a week.
Metro Atlanta’s hot economy has picked up a lot of steam after the COVID-19 pandemic. Check out our Coronavirus Resource Guide and find out how to make and save money.
We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.
If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job.
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This article will tell you everything you need to know about Walmart Plus Week as well as how you some cool items on sale at your local walmart.
What is Walmart Plus Week?
Walmart Plus Week runs from July 6 through the 13. Shoppers with a subscription get early access to deals that all others will only get beginning July 11.
The one-week sales event is in direct competition to Amazon Prime Day, which is actually a two-day sale on July 11 and 12.
To really cash in, you might want to get a Walmart Plus subscription, which is only $49 for the year right now.
What Walmart Deals Can I Buy Right Now?
TLC 65-Inch TV
70 Inch Flat Screen TV from Hisense
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How To Save Money At Walmart
Saving money when you shop at Walmart or any other store can be a great way to stretch your budget. Here are some tips to help you save money when shopping at Walmart:
Use Walmart’s Price Matching
Walmart offers price matching, which means they’ll match the price of a competitor if it’s lower. Check their website or ask a store associate for details on their price matching policy.
Check the Clearance Aisles
Walmart usually has clearance aisles or racks, where you can find deeply discounted items. These might be overstocked, seasonal, or slightly damaged items. Always inspect clearance items for any damage or defects before purchasing.
Use Coupons
Look for manufacturer’s coupons and Walmart-specific coupons. You can find these in newspapers, online coupon websites, and Walmart’s own website. Walmart also has a free app that often includes digital coupons.
Shop Generic or Store Brands
Walmart offers a wide selection of generic or store-brand products at lower prices compared to name brands. These products are often of similar quality.
Remember that saving money at Walmart requires some research and planning, but it can lead to significant savings over time.
Final Word
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When you run across some of your old photos, do you hear a “Cha-Ching?” Yes, you may be sitting on a gold mine if you have some nice old photos.
This can work wonders for your bank account if you have a lot of pictures from an old photo album. In fact, you just might be sitting on a gold mine.
In this article, we’re going to show you how to make money selling your photos online.
Here’s How To Sell Your Photos Online
One of the biggest misconceptions about selling your photos online is that some people think you have to be a professional photographer and that you can’t be an amateur.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Quality photos sell. There are a lot of companies that will buy your old images, especially if they’re of wildlife or nature.
Here are some platforms that allow you to sell your photos online:
1. Getty Images
Getty Images is one of the largest online photo platforms in the world. The company boasts more than 1.5 million customers, making it a major way for photographers to make money.
To sell photos to Getty Images must apply and be accepted into their Contributor program. The only way to apply is through the Contributor by Getty Images app for iOS or Android.
Inside the app, the requirements are that you three to six sample images, illustrations, or videos (via YouTube links).
Once they review your samples, they will let you know if you’re accepted to either Getty Images or iStock by Getty Images.
How Much Does Getty Images Pay For Photos?
Getty Images pays 15% for photos and 20% for videos. However, exclusive contributors can earn from 25% to 45%.
2. PhotoDune
PhotoDune is another photo website that is popular among creators. To begin selling images on PhotoDune, just create an account and log in. There, you can upload photos to add to their collection.
How Much Does PhotoDune Pay For Images?
Images that you upload to sell at PhotoDune are priced based on the size/megapixels of the file. If you plan to upload more than five pictures, PhotoDune recommends that you use their FTP portal.
There is also a buyer’s fee tacked onto each photo that is sold.
3. Crestock
Crestock, A Canadian company, also lets you sell photos on their website. You keep complete copyright control of your images on Crestock.
Just fill in our simple sign-up form. Your registration will be activated instantly. IOne thing to note about selling on Crestock, if it’s an image with a model in it, the images must be accompanied by a signed model release.
How Much Does Crestock Pay For Images?
Crestock pays photographers between 20% to 40% for single images and 25 cents to 40 cents based on subscription images. Your royalty rate is calculated based on your total number of images sold since joining Crestock. Once your balance hits $50, Crestock will pay you via PayPal.
4. Foap
The Foap app is very popular for IPhone and Android users. The site allows you to upload photos straight from your phone to their platform.
How Much Does Foap Pay For Images?
You can earn $10 for every images sold on Foap, although your earnings get cut in half after the company takes its 50% cut.
5. 500px
500px is one of the easiest sites to sell your stock photos. The site pays more for exclusivity than other sites that sell images.
How Much Does 500px Pay For Images?
500px says you will earn 60% of your net sales if you license your photos exclusively through them alone.
Final Thoughts
Generating cashflow has become easier than ever thanks to the internet. One way that you may not have thought of is by selling your photos.
If you want to make money by selling your photos online, remember to always find out if you get to keep your copyright before you upload your images.
If you’re interested in making extra income, don’t miss How To Make Money At Home and How To Quarantine And Make Cash.
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Chef Bella Jones is inspired about telling African-American history through food and the area’s Southern cuisine. The chef and food curator is poised to open a new Atlanta restaurant, Liz and Leon’s, in fall 2023.
When the doors open, the eatery hopes to become on of Atlanta’s best black-owned restaurants.
Chef Bella Jones Set To Open Liz & Leon’s In Downtown Atlanta
Jones, whose writings frequently matches the ancestral roots of today’s American palate to African ingredients, says her history in the kitchen is a birthright of sorts.
“I always knew that I wanted to be a Chef!” Jones wrote recently on Instagram. “I was 9 years old when Grandma let me help in the kitchen! I was so happy doing the little things grandma let me do, like pick the greens, mix the cake ingredients to her lemon cake with chocolate icing! I was overjoyed when I graduated to helping with seasoning the chicken! My heart sung when my mother taught me how to make my families Sweet Potato Recipe! I didn’t know it then, but everything my Grandmother taught me had generations of my grandmothers spirits wrapped in every recipe!”
Liz and Leon’s will be located along Hotel Row, a string of commercial buildings that served as the city’s original business district framed by developed by famed architects Samuel Inman and Walker P. Inman.
The structures’ history will only enhance the charm that Liz & Leon’s will bring to downtown. As for Jones, a natural born storyteller, we can look forward to her seasoned tails of family and food and most of all, how tastefully delicious it all is.
“From My Grandmothers Venus & Eliza on the Plantation to my kitchen today, food is what kept my family together,” Jones writes. “It’s how they survived the trials & tribulations of enslavement, what kept them when they left the horrid conditions of Mississippi & migrated to Chicago’s South Side, as they fought for their rights to better education, the right to vote & everything else we take for granted today! I don’t remember a moment in my life with my family that didn’t involve food & so this was ALWAYS MY DESTINY!”
Final Word
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.
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Some people love their coffee black, if you know what I mean, and that’s a good thing because black businesses need more support than ever right now.
This article is going to highlight the best black coffee shops in Atlanta and show you how to get there. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by for a latte, a laugh and some love.
Here Are The Best Black Coffee Shops In Atlanta
You may be wondering what makes a coffee shop the “best,” or “great.” It’s actually the customers that determine that. We’ve scoured through scores of reviews to pick ones that capture the sentiments of the majority of the people.
Like your coffee black? Le’ts get started….
Grant Park Coffeehouse
8 Park Pl NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 856-0433
Owner Rahel Tafari started Grant Park Coffeehouse in 2010, expanded then closed the original shop before opening it back up.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Grant Park Coffeehouse. “Loved their new location located in downtown Atlanta, tried their butter roll, caramel latte and a dessert that I demolished. The staff was friendly, music was smooth and the staff had my order out quickly. Loved sitting by the window working and people watching while I enjoyed my breakfast.”
Black Coffee Atlanta (Multiple Locations)
1800 Jonesboro RD. SE. Lakewood, GA 30315 | (404) 482-1098
Here’s what one customer says about Black Coffee ATL: “BEST coffee ever! Got an Almond milk latte with vanilla syrup. Highly recommend.”
Blendz Friendz
1699 Sylvan Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (678) 705-2059
Here’s what one reviewer says about Blendz Cafe: “Local Cafe with character. The owners are two women who are very attentive to customer needs. The coffee is great and the pastries even better.”
Brooklyn Tea
329 Nelson St SW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 963-1897
Photo Credit: Brooklyn Tea It says tea, but they also sell coffee!
Here’s what one customer says about Brooklyn Tea: “I just love this place!!! Had a latte, tried several different kinds of tea and some delicious waffles! They have quite a yummy menu and their selection of teas is amazing! They offer tea samples and the staff is quite helpful. The shop itself is cute, I love the decor! I would not have known that the waffles were vegan! They have coffee too and we bought several kinds of teas to take home. But we will be back for sure!”
Community Grounds Cafe
1297 McDonough Blvd SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 586-0692
Here’s what one reviewer says about Community Grounds Cafe: “I got a regular cup of coffee and a blueberry muffin. The muffin was good the coffee, light roast, tasty. I would definitely come back for coffee. The decor was wonderful loved the artwork and tables. There is also a small grocery store in the front of the coffee shop. Barista was nice and informed me about their free loyalty card.”
Jayida Ché Herbal Tea Spot
749 Moreland Ave SE suite a-101, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 424-4069
Here’s what one reviewer says about Jayida Ché Herbal Tea Spot: “Every time I go to Jayida Che’, it is a wonderful and great experience. The spice it up latte is to die for. I get snooze button as a loose tea, and it definitely helps my children sleep soundly. I do not have enough wonderful things to say, except it is a must that you go and try for yourself.”
Just Add Honey Tea Company
209 Edgewood Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 850-6510
Here’s what one reviewer says about Just Add Honey Tea Company: “This place is amazing and black owned. The customer service was great and quality of the coffee was amazing! I had an oat milk iced coffee sd each beverage is served with a complimentary ginger snap! It’s a must if you’re in Atlanta and love coffee or tea!”
My Coffee Shop At Eastlake
2462 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317 | (404) 377-2227
Here’s what one reviewer says about My Coffee Shop At Eastlake: “Lovely family oriented establishment serving various food items and coffee drinks. Their Basil lemonade is amazing! Great prices and a unique community oriented vibe. I especially appreciate the rope swings at the bar, very unique. The name is apt, this is your coffee shop!”
Rosie’s Cafe
- 2330 Sylvan Rd, Atlanta, GA 30344 | (404) 684-1111
- 48 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (404) 331-7703
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Rosie’s Cafe: “Down home feel, nice staff, very reasonable prices, and some foods are better than others. Really enjoyed the salmon patties with grits. The build-a-breakfast is a good deal given French Toast is an option like regular toast. Sometimes the wait can be a little long, but maybe patience is a daily thing we can bepractice. You have may have to work around diners yo get yo the sugar and creamer for your coffee. Not feeling that. Other than that, I would suggest a visit, would return, and looking forward to trying the 2nd location on Northside drive, near the new stadium.”
Village Coffee House
420 Seminole Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 688-3176
Here’s what one reviewer says about Village Coffee House: “I love this place! Good coffee and a great spot to people-watch. Every time I go to Little Five Points I stop in for an iced coffee and spend an hour.”
Urban Grind
962 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 724-0605
Here’s what one reviewer says about Urban Grind: “This coffee shop gives ALL the feels. I ordered a vanilla latte with almond milk and is was so smooth and rich. Love the location and the aesthetics of it all.”
Final Sip
Do you love you some black coffee? To be specific, do you enjoy black-owned coffee shops in Atlanta? We’ve got the tea.
You don’t have to go far to find other black-owned businesses in the Atlanta area. Below the jump, we’ve included the best ones:
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Roosevelt Hall on the Atlanta University Center campus has undergone a $12 million renovation that is finally finished. The project wrapped earlier this month, according to the City of Atlanta.
The renovation is due to a partnership between Atlanta Housing (AH), Choice Neighborhoods and the City of Atlanta.
Roosevelt Hall Renovation Complete
The historic building, located close to Atlanta’s downtown events and activities hub, first served as the Administrative Building for University Homes, America’s first federal public housing project for black families.
A few years after its 1937 completion, the building was christened Roosevelt Hall as a homage to President Franklin D. Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt.
A jewel of a building, Roosevelt Hall became a dynamic gathering place for black people as the space featured a handful of storefronts like a diary, grocery store, hair salon and more.
As an AU Center structure, Roosevelt Hall aged badly and soon fell into disrepair, sitting abandoned for a decade after 2008. That is until the City of Atlanta’s Housing Authority hired architectural firm Edwards & Sayward to chart a massive renovation that would restore it to glory.
Where Is Roosevelt Hall Located In Atlanta?
Roosevelt Hall is located at 660 Atlanta Student Movement Boulevard and is the city’s last vestige of University Homes.
Now the historical building’s rich history and cultural significance have been thoughtfully re-imagined, serving the community’s needs and aspirations. The grand reopening marks a remarkable milestone in the ongoing efforts to revitalize Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods.
“The revitalized Roosevelt Hall will stand once again as a vibrant gathering place, positioned to benefit Choice Neighborhoods residents and foster connections with the neighboring Atlanta University Center,” said Eugene E. Jones, Jr. president and CEO of Atlanta Housing. “This visionary project embodies the spirit of progress, inclusivity, and preservation of heritage.”
In honor of its enduring legacy and to commemorate a new chapter in Atlanta’s history, the celebration included recognition of former University Homes residents and featured keynotes from the AH president; Courtney English, Chief Policy Officer and Senior Advisor to the Mayor of the City of Atlanta; and AH Commissioner Rosalind Elliott. The afternoon festivities concluded with a guided tour of the property that offer insights into this monumental project.
Built in 1937, Roosevelt Hall was the central hub of University Homes, the first federally funded public housing project built in the United States for African Americans. Attracting business and civic activity, Roosevelt served as the community center and featured amenities such as a laundromat, library, beauty salon and barbershop. Commissioner Elliott, who grew up in the adjacent John Hopes Homes–built for African Americans in 1941–recalled Roosevelt with fondness.
“It was a special place for all of us who lived in University and John Hope Homes,” she expressed. “Yates and Milton Drugstore was downstairs in the corner. That’s where we got prescriptions filled and my momma bought ribbons for my hair. I also had my birthday parties upstairs in the community room.”
Final Word
What you might not know about Atlanta, is that the projects first surfaced here. Roosevelt Homes was a part of that history.
The renovation boasts an array of modern amenities and community-centric spaces. Residents and visitors will have access to a state-of-the-art library, cutting-edge technology center, two captivating history walls, an enchanting urban garden, versatile community spaces, special events venues, including a scenic rooftop, and a retail area. This comprehensive redesign ensures that Roosevelt becomes a versatile and dynamic centerpiece for the community, fostering educational opportunities, cultural enrichment and social engagement.
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The massive remodeling of the Chastain Horse Park (CPH) recently completed its first phase, the facility says in a press release. The park is one of the best places to ride horses in Atlanta.
The 9 million expansion includes a new Community Barn supporting CHP’s Boarder Program complete with a covered practice arena and more.
When Will Phase 2 Begin For Chastain Park Horse Park Expansion?
Phase Two is set to begin in July with construction of a Therapeutic Horsemanship Center which includes clinical and educational spaces and an additional covered arena.
The modernized horse park will greatly complement the Buckhead restaurant scene, its mansions, shops and other amenities in the area.
“We look forward to this next phase and the completion of the THC which is critical to expansion of our nationally recognized Therapeutic Riding Program,” Gross says in a written statement. “We are grateful to our key partners, architects T.S. Adams Studio, Macallan Construction, and Grovestreet Partners who have gone above and beyond in making this phase of the project successful. We are also excited to welcome Georgia Home Theater, Landplus Landscape Architecture, and Michael Jackson Landscape Company to the project.”
When Will The Chastain Horse Park Complete Its Renovation?
The entire project is slated to be completed in the third quarter of 2024, according to Executive Director Trish Gross.
The new facility will enable CHP to expand the breadth and depth of impact of their therapeutic programming throughout all of metro Atlanta and beyond. The program focuses on serving children, teens, and adults with physical cognitive and emotional disabilities as well as underserved and at-risk individuals, all in partnership with horses. CHP remains one of only two urban horse parks in the U.S. Also, it is Premiere Accredited by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH), International.
Mayor Andre Dickens recently praised the expansion, the result of a successful “Healing Through Horses” capital campaign. He said the initiative “… can expand the impact on our community. We want to help close the gap. Of 41 zip codes in Atlanta, Chastain Horse Park serves 32. That means Chastain is city wide. Where we live should not be a barrier to the quality of life you can have and have access to.”
Facility rental, boarding program, and riding lessons partially contribute to subsidies necessary for programming. Scholarship supporters include Boehringer Ingelheim’s BI Cares Foundation (animal and human pharmaceuticals), Molly Blank Foundation, Junior League, RISE Scholarship Foundation, and individuals.
Final Word
Buckhead continues to reimagine itself with a slate of new projects nearing completion and just getting started, from new restaurants to condos and apartments. If you’re ever looking for cool things to do in Buckhead, it should be easy.
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When you think of Atlanta, Georgia, you may not think of a Southern destination as a world-class city, but that’s exactly what it is.
The Atlanta Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau says the city boasts an impressive $16 billion hospitality industry which pulls in 57 million people annually at last count.
Where Does Atlanta Rank In Tourism?
Atlanta ranked No. 4 in its top 10 cities in the world, according to Lonely Planet. Other cities that made the top 10 included Taipei, Taiwan, and Freiburg, Germany.
What City In Georgia Is The Most Visited?
It’s no secret that Atlanta, the Peach State’s largest city, brings in the most visitors year over year. As mentioned above, Atlanta draws 57 million visitors a year, a large portion of them drawn to the city’s major attractions and landmarks.
Why Is Atlanta So Popular?
Atlanta remains a culturally important city due to several things it has in its favor, including the world’s busiest airport, its role in the civil rights movement, museums, its Southern hospitality and thriving dining scene, nightclubs, cheap real estate and much more.
Add to that the city’s Fortune 500 companies like CNN, Delta and UPS and you get a strong mix across several segments.Why Do People Love Atlanta?
Atlanta combines a lot of things that people simply can’t get any place else in one destination: great food, a large forested city, rolling hills and beautiful mountain views. Above all that, it’s the people that make Atlanta a special place.The city’s burgeoning movie industry and well-connected music scene also make it a great place to live for many well-to-do people as well as many celebrities. Speaking of which, a good number of famous people were born in Atlanta.How To Check Out Atlanta The Right Way
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Atlanta, Georgia has been called the jewel of the Southeast. No wonder: Millions of people move to Georgia’s largest city every year. But do you ever find yourself wondering “what is Atlanta known for?”
It’s a fair question given the diverse transients that have come and made Atlanta home, bringing with them their own cultures, flavors and traditions.
The city, as a result, has become a hodge-podge of different styles and vibes. But it’s still Atlanta.
Atlanta was founded in December 1847 when Georgia officials decided to build a railroad to the Midwest. This terminus would soon become the ATL.
What Kind Of Food Is Atlanta Known For?
We get this all the time. Atlanta may have a Waffle House on every block, but there’s no one food group that the city can be associated with
When it comes to beverages, though, it’s pretty fair to say that sweet tea is the drink of choice.
Fried chicken may come to mind for most folks, but the fact of the matter is that most Southern cities and towns can stake a claim to fried yard bird.
And chicken and waffles is served at only a handful of restaurants here so that’s out of the question. Yep, sweet tea, on the other hand, is served in nearly every restaurant.
Want to know more about Alanta’s dining scene? Here are foods that Atlanta is know for around the world.
How Many Peachtree Streets Are In Atlanta?
If you’ve ever tried to navigate around Atlanta’s streets, one thing that can be as confusing is all get out is the number of Peachtree Streets, Avenues, Boulevards, etc., around the city.
At last count there were more than 70 streets with the “Peachtree” moniker in their names.
It also bears saying that Peachtree Street, Ave and Road are all the same depending on whether the stretch is zoned as residential, commercial and/or a mix of both. But in any event, when you’re in Atlanta, GPS is your friend! (But more on this later).
What Are Some Of The Most Iconic Atlanta Landmarks?
Underground Atlanta used to be the #1 place you’d bring a visitor but not this century! Now, some of the most iconic places are newer and more polished (although there are still a handful of older landmarks you still want to see).
Clermont Lounge
This place is an Atlanta institution of the adult variety, if you get what I mean. If you’re looking for elegance, this is the opposite.
But it has been a fixture on Ponce de Leon Avenue because the place has managed to stay open despite the ups and downs of “progress” all around it.
The Varsity
Situated on a plum plot of land in Midtown by the freeway, The Varsity has done for the chili dog what Waffle House has done for the waffle. The restaurant features a drive-in with car-side service, making it one of the last of its kind. The food is not the award variety, but it’s a must if you want to taste what Atlantans have been eating for nearly 100 years.
Centennial Olympic Park
Centennial Olympic Park is an oasis in the middle of downtown Atlanta. One of the lasting remnants of the Atlanta Olympics (which we’ll talk about later) is a beautiful greenspace that serves as the centerpiece of downtown Atlanta.
There are numerous places to take pictures and even a ferris wheel nearby.
Read up on some of Atlanta’s best parks.
Underground Atlanta
Go in the center of downtown and beneath the bustling streets of downtown Atlanta lies Underground Atlanta, a historic area that was once the city’s original street level. Today, it features shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, offering a glimpse into Atlanta’s past.
Atlanta History: Events That Happened Here
Atlanta has been home to some of the most historic events in U.S. history. Here are some things that happened in Atlanta that you may not know about.
The Winecoff Hotel fire happened in Atlanta
The Dec. 7, 1946 fire at the Winecoff Hotel (now the Ellis hotel) in downtown Atlanta is the deadliest such blaze in U.S. history. 119 people died in the fire, which helped spark huge changes in U.S. building codes, most notably requiring mandating fire-resistant doors and firescapes.
Atlanta Child Murders
One of the darkest moments of the cities history was when a serial killer started exacting lives of young boys and girls around the city, many of them African-American.
While the case proved as controversial as the murders, Wayne Williams was convicted of the crime, which many believe was committed by someone else. Nevertheless, it is an historic event that happened.
The 1996 Olympics
The 1996 Olympics were the culmination of decades of goodwill and moving and shaking by the city’s powers that be. Although it was a triumphant moment when Muhammad Ali lit the torch, the event was also marred by an instance of domestic terrorism which took the form of the Olympic bombing.
Atlanta Is The Only U.S. City Destroyed In A War
During the Civil War in the spring of 1864, the Confederate Army of Tennessee, commanded by General Joseph E. Johnston, was holed up in Dalton, Georgia. The Union Army wanted to do something about it, amid other troublesome skirmishes taking place, so in early May, 1864, Union forces under Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman began the Atlanta Campaign, a “scorched earth” policy to burn the city to the ground. The basically uncontested “March to the Sea” would destroy a swatch of Georgia.
Atlanta Has More Pro Sports Teams Than You May Know
When you think of Atlanta, your mind may immediately focus on the Hawks, Braves or Falcons, but we’ve got more birds than that. Here are a number of professional teams that call Atlanta home:
Club Sport League Venue (capacity) Founded Moved to Atlanta Titles Atlanta Falcons Football NFL Mercedes-Benz Stadium (71,000) 1966 N/A 0 Atlanta Braves Baseball MLB Truist Park (41,500) 1871 1966 4 (1914, 1957, 1995, 2021) Atlanta Hawks Basketball NBA State Farm Arena (18,100) 1946 1968 1 (1958) Atlanta United FC Soccer MLS Mercedes-Benz Stadium (42,500) 2014 N/A 1 (2018) Atlanta Dream Basketball WNBA McCamish Pavilion (8,600) 2007 N/A 0 Atlanta Legends Football AAF Georgia State Stadium (24,333) 2018 N/A 0 Atlanta Is A Championship Sports Town
Photo credit: Major League Baseball The Atlanta Braves won the World Series in November 2021, breaking a more than two-decade drought.
Atlanta United, in just its second season, won the MLS Championship in 2018 with a commanding 2-0 win over Colorado. Atlanta United, which plays at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium set attendance records for the second straight year on the way to their title. Before Atlanta United’s victory, the city had gone 25 years since a title in a major sport. The Atlanta Falcons came the closest in 2017 before losing to the New England Patriots.
Atlanta Has The World’s Busiest Airport
More than 10 years running now (since 1998), Atlanta has had the world’s busiest airport. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, located on the line between College Park, Hapeville and Atlanta, attracts more traffic and has more airplane movements than any other airport in the world. You can also save money at Hartsfield if you strategize.
The airport is named after William B. Hartsfield, who founded the site on an abandoned racetrack, and Maynard Jackson, the first black mayor of Atlanta.
Coincidentally, Hartsfield is home to Delta Air Lines, one of the largest airlines in the world, and a major reason Atlanta is a traffic hub.
Atlanta Is Growing (And Growing)
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Atlanta experienced the third-highest population gain of any metro area in the United States, behind the Texas cities of Dallas and Houston. Between 2016 and 2017, metro Atlanta gained nearly 90,000 new residents, bringing the total population in the region to an estimated 5.8 million people.
Here’s how many people live in Atlanta.
Atlanta Is The Birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr.
Photo credit: Yotuube.com While it is true that Birmingham, Alabama is the cradle of the civil rights movement, Atlanta is generally recognized as the birthplace of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., the movement’s most prominent leader.
Years before the tragic murder of his mother, Mrs. Alberta Williams King, MLK, along with a number of key leaders like Andrew Young, Hosea Williams and more, roused the nation to its senses by pioneering the nonviolent protests that finally toppled segregation across the nation. King was born in Atlanta in the Auburn Avenue neighborhood in 1929. Today that site has been recognized as historic and is just a few blocks from the King Center.
Coca-Cola Was Born In Atlanta
If you like Coca-Cola, you are enjoying a taste of Atlanta with every sip. The soft drink’s long history began in 1886 when an Atlanta pharmacist, Dr. John S. Pemberton, created a flavored syrup, took it to his neighborhood pharmacy, where it was mixed with carbonated water and deemed “excellent” by those who sampled it. Dr. Pemberton’s partner and bookkeeper, Frank M. Robinson, is credited with naming the beverage “Coca Cola.”
There Are 60+ Streets Named ‘Peachtree’
If you’re trying to find your way around Atlanta, “Peachtree” just won’t cut it. There are more than 60 streets with a variation of Peachtree in their names, with some of them as far as 30 minutes away from downtown Atlanta.
Atlanta Is The New Hollywood
Atlanta houses the No. 1 film industry in the United States, having surpassed Hollywood in 2016. The metro Atlanta region began offering generous tax incentives in 2002 to lure movie producers. Today, Georgia has a $90 billion movie industry. See what’ movies are filming in Atlanta.
Atlanta Is Not The Strip Club Capital Of The U.S.
Photo credit: Instagram Contrary to popular belief Atlanta is not the strip club capital of the United States, that distinction is Portland, Oregon. Still, Atlanta’s many strip clubs make it No. 1 in the South. Here are the best strip clubs in Atlanta.
Final Word
Atlanta has paid a pivotal role in the South as well as the larger United States. The city is known for more than its hospitality and sweet tea. There’s sports, there’s good restaurants and there’s the booming real estate market.
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
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Delbar, the popular Middle Eastern restaurant, is opening in Buckhead, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
The new Atlanta restaurant will set up shop in the space formerly occupied by King + Duke, which is being shut down by local chef and restaurateur Ford Fry.
Delbar, which means “heart captured” in Farsi, specializes in Mediterranean fare and will easily be one of the best restaurants in Buckhead when it opens.
When Is Delbar Opening In Buckhead?
The new Delbar restaurant is set to open this winter, according to a press release.
The new location will be the third Delbar in metro Atlanta. The original restaurant opened in Inman Park in 2020. An outpost recently opened in Alpharetta.
What’s On The Menu At Delbar?
Delbar has several top-notch dishes of the Mediterranean variety, including ahdig & Basmati rice like this Sabzi Polo filled to the brim with a herbaceous basmati rice soaked in a buttery oil and topped with Tahdig, earthy dill and parsley, plus tangy fried onions.
Here’s a look at Delbar’s Dinner menu in Atlanta.
Where Is Delbar Located In Buckhead?
Delbar in Buckhead will be located at 3060 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Final Word
“Translating to ‘heart, captured’ in Farsi, Delbar is a love letter to the influential dishes that shaped my youth and the women in my life who instilled in me a deep appreciation for Middle Eastern cooking,” say owner Fares Kargar of Iran.
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