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One of Atlanta’s most high-profile restaurants, the Slutty Vegan, is preparing to open 13 restaurants over the next two years.
The next project of Pinky Cole, a former TV producer-turned-restaurateur, is a bar concept in Ponce City Market. Bar Vegan is set to open in February 2021.
Slutty Vegan Expanding In Metro Atlanta
Customers can expect fresh takes on your favorite cocktails like the margarita, lemon drop martini and more.
Cole is not satisfied with staying in Georgia either. After a successful food truck run in Alabama, Slutty Vegan is testing a Birmingham location as well.
New locations have been earmarked for Duluth and Athens, Georgia among other places.
Slutty Vegan has been a huge success since it opened in early 2019. Cole, a former TV producer, began the eatery as a food truck specializing in plant-based burgers.
To show just how popular the restaurant is, more than 2,000 people recently waited in a long line to order from the eatery’s West End location. Granted, the special was a free burger, but still.
In late 2020, Slutty Vegan announced plans for a location on Edgewood Avenue, then again one in Jonesboro south of the city. Now, the restaurant is growing, well, like a plant.
A video the restaurant uploaded to social media says that it will open more than a dozen Slutty Vegan restaurants into 2022.
We’re opening 13 locations within the next two years… 🙌🏽🙏🏾
So who’s next? 👀 #WhosNext#SluttyVeganATL #SluttyVegan 🍔🌱 pic.twitter.com/LasDyAMIrt
— Slutty Vegan ATL (@SluttyVeganATL) June 27, 2020
Atlanta has become known for its black-owned restaurants.
If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.
We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.
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I don’t have to tell you how much the restaurant landscape has changed due the coronavirus pandemic. One really cool development is the launch of Electric Provisions, a new online food, drink, and lifestyle marketplace.
Electric Provisions comes to us from Atlanta-based hospitality group Electric Hospitality, which is responsible for such local eateries as Ladybird, Muchacho and Golden Eagle.
The company also is behind the recently launched nonprofit organization ATLFAMILYMEAL.
At ElectricProvisions.com you can find local beer in an assortment of packages as well as thoughtfully crafted prepared meals, groceries, food, drink, and more.
Electric Provisions Online Marketplace: How It Works
Here’s how Electric Provision works: Customers can visit the digital marketplace to order online or use curbside pickup. They also have the option to choose between take-out or home delivery and even schedule pick-ups for a later date.
And of course, online customers can get their goods delivered to their homes.
If you need select grocery items like homemade pimento cheese, spice rubs for grilling meat and more, Electric Provisions is the spot.
If you’re a fan of Ladybird, Golden Eagle and Muchacho, you’ll be able to find meal kits representative of those restaurants as well. Here’s a sample of what’s in store:
- Ladybird’s Backyard BBQ Board ($45-$60)
- Muchacho Taco Kit ($24)
- Golden Eagle’s Whole Smoked Chicken ($35-$50)
Electric Provisions is also planning to expand their offerings to things like toilet paper, hand wipes, and hand sanitizer. Stay tuned.
Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Yumbii will is set to open its second brick-and-mortar location this fall in Atlanta’s Toco Hills neighborhood. Yumbii, which launched as a taco shop in 2010, will serve a delicious mix of Asian and Mexican food for lunch and dinner daily.
Yumbii’s Toco Hills location, which opens in August 2020, will be larger than its Brookwood Hills building, including a covered, 700-square-foot patio.
What’s On The Menu At Yumbii?
Guests can expect those great Yumbii Tacos and Famous Sesame Fries, as well as more healthy options and a bigger beverage program.
Speaking of drinks, housemade margaritas, wine and tequila will be in abundance but so will an added emphasis on with a focus on beer.
In addition to serving lunch and dinner, Yumbii has expanded its menu, which is available for takeout, dine-in or delivery.
Here are some dishes on Yumbii’s menu:
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About Yumbii’s Toco Hills Location
The new spot is designed by Lindsay Denman, who went with bright colors, blue and white tile, rattan pendants, black and white striped flooring and peach accents.
The Toco Hills location will serve customers 11 a.m. to 9 pm. Monday through Sunday.
Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Downtown Atlanta’s State Farm Arena is partnering with Fulton County to turn the venue into Georgia’s largest-ever voting location.
The facility has been temporarily closed for the past several months due to the coronavirus pandemic, but not for much longer.
Starting on July 20, State Farm Arena will become transformed into a huge voting precinct for the August runoff as well as the November general elections.
“We are proud to partner with Fulton County to give all registered Fulton County residents the ability to vote early at our home,” State Farm Arena posted on Twitter.
The move was approved by the Fulton County Board of Registration & Elections.
“The partnership between Fulton County and the Atlanta Hawks is a great example of how the public sector and the private sector can work together to address the issues we saw on June 9,” Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said in a statement.
The June 9 reference was alluding to the looting that took place after a protest in Atlanta.
How Large Is State Farm Arena In Atlanta?
You may be wondering how big is State Farm Arena. The facility can accommodate a field that is 680,000 square feet.
When it comes to capacity, it would take 21,000 people to fill up State Farm Arena. At its peak, State Farm Arena hosts was hosting about 200 events and nearly 2 million guests a year.
Where Is State Farm Arena Located In Atlanta?
State Farm Arena is located at 1 State Farm Dr, Atlanta, GA 30303. Here is a map to help you find it.
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Because of the damage that the coronavirus pandemic has done to the travel industry, many major airlines have taken steps to ensure that passengers are healthy before they board planes.
The carriers will require that passengers complete “health acknowledgements” as an added precaution to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The voluntary health rules come from Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization representing the leading U.S. airlines.
Here are the main areas that would constitute a “health acknowledgment,” according to A4A:
- Face Coverings: Assurance that all passengers have a face covering and wear it at the airport and on board.
- Symptoms: Assurance that the passenger is not experiencing a fever, which is essentially a temperature (38C/100.4F or higher), coughing, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell, chills, muscle pain and/or sore throat.
- Exposure – Assurance that the passenger has not had close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or had symptoms in the last 14 days.
After initial resistance, many airline executives have warmed to the idea that passengers should wear face masks.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian told staff that masks should be required for customers and those who don’t comply should be penalized.
“We take the requirement to wear a mask very seriously,” Bastian, said according to CNBC.com. “Customers who choose not to comply with this or any other safety requirement risk losing their future flight privileges with Delta.”
Airlines That Will Require A Health Acknowledgments
- Alaska Airlines
- American Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- Hawaiian Airlines
- JetBlue Airways
- Southwest Airlines
- United Airlines
Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale.To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.
Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.
Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:
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- How To Get Tested For COVID-19 In Atlanta
- Social Distancing Guide: How To Do It
- COVID-9 Protection: How To Make a Face And Face Covering
- Georgia Lockdown & Re-Opening: Everything You Need To Know
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As we previously reported, Slim and Husky’s Pizza Beeria opened its doors Friday, June 19 in Atlanta’s Adair Park. A line immediately formed outside the restaurant, which a soft open days before.
The day for Husky’s Pizza was extra special for the community. It happened to be Juneteenth.
Slim and Husky’s has quickly become one of the best pizza spots in Atlanta. The eatery opened its first Atlanta location (Howell Mill Road) in 2019.
What’s On The Menu At Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria?
Where is Slim & Husky’s In Adair Park?
The Adair Park location of Slim & Husky’s is at 581 Metropolitan Pkwy SW Atlanta, GA 30310. Here’s a map to help you find it.
The best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.
The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.
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With pressure mounting in the city, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has moved swiftly to enact police reform.
She said that the new rules were supposed to be devised by a new task force that convened to address many of the problems recent events in the city have spotlighted. But she said the fatal police shooting of Rayshard Brooks moved her to act immediately.
Atlanta Police Reform: Here Are The New Rules For Use Of Force
“I am often reminded by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and that is that ‘There is a fierce urgency of now,'” she said. “It is clear that we do not have another day, another minute, another hour to waste.”
With that Bottoms introduced an Executive Order, which directs the Interim Chief of Police to immediately adopt and implement changes to the standard operating procedures and work rules of the Atlanta Police Department concerning their use of force.
NEW: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says she is signing a series of administrative orders calling on police to implement reforms concerning use-of-force policies: "It is clear that we do not have another day, another minute, another hour to waste." https://t.co/CGtcyDKQZz pic.twitter.com/kml2dc5bKW
— ABC News (@ABC) June 15, 2020
According to the administrative order released by the city, here are what the immediate reforms include:
- Intervening in unreasonable use of deadly force: requiring officers to intervene when seeing another officer using force that is beyond what is reasonable under the circumstances, and reporting deadly use of force to the on-duty supervisor;
- Shooting at moving vehicles: provide lawful restrictions on when an officer may use deadly force at a suspect who is in a moving motor vehicle;
- Addressing officers’ response to resistance: apply de-escalation techniques to gain voluntary compliance and use only the amount of objectively reasonable force necessary to successfully protect themselves or others during an arrest or to bring an incident under control when dealing with members of the community, suspects, and detainees; and
- Reporting deadly use of force: require the reporting of all uses of deadly force by a police officer to the Citizens Review Board.
The new rules come as Bottoms faces criticism for her handling of the protests, which have been mostly peaceful expect for some looting that took place in Buckhead.
But the public pressure has taken a toll. Bottoms announced last week that Police Chief Ericka Shields would resign so that the police force could start to rebuild with a fresh face at the helm.
Bottoms also called for and received the immediate termination of the officer who killed Brooks.
And as the spotlight continues to shine, Bottoms is among the women being vetted as a potential vice president contender with the Joe Biden presidential campaign.
Meanwhile, a sheriff in Burke County, Georgia, says that the officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks did nothing wrong.
“There’s nothing malicious or sadistic in the way these law officers behaved,” Sheriff Alonzo Williams told CNN.
WATCH: Burke County, Georgia Sheriff Alfonzo Williams says the fatal police shooting of #RayshardBrooks in Atlanta was “completely justified.”
“…There's nothing malicious or sadistic in the way these officers behaved…”
— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 16, 2020
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This article is reprinted with permission from Redfin.com.
Housing Market Trends
The median sale price of homes in Atlanta is $322,000, with an average of 50 days on
the market and homes selling for 2.3% under list price. The typical down payment
hovers around 12.9 percent. Compare these prices and view trends in the real estate
industry using the US housing market page. Click here to compare these prices to
the US Housing Market.The Atlanta housing market is considered somewhat competitive, with a Compete Score
of 59 out of 100 according to Redfin’s Compete Score. Compete Score rates how
difficult it could be to buy a home in a certain area. In Atlanta, homes sell for about 2%
below list price and will have a pending offer around 50 days.What are the Most Popular Neighborhoods in Atlanta?
These are the top 10 most popular neighborhoods in Atlanta based on the total views
from real estate customers over the past year. Read more about the most popular neighborhoods in Atlanta or view homes for sale in each of these neighborhoods below.Neighborhood Average Home Price
Neighborhood Average Home Price Buckhead $496K Midtown $332K Grant Park $480K Virginia Highland $507K Inman Park $503K West End $293K East Atlanta $398K Morningside Lenox-Park $601K Old Fourth Ward $270K Ormewood Park $426K What are the Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Atlanta?
These are the most affordable neighborhoods in Atlanta based on the median home
price in each area where at least 20 homes have been sold in 2020. Read more about
the most affordable neighborhoods in Atlanta or view homes for sale in these
neighborhoods below.Neighborhood Median List Price
Neighborhood Average Home Price Pittsburgh $150K Southside $149K Glenwood Hills $170K Venetian Hills $173K Glenrose Heights $177K Southwest Atlanta $181K Sandy Springs $183K Collier Heights $200K Grove Park $220K McAfee $224K Which Atlanta School Districts are the Best?
GreatSchools' Summary Rating calculation is based on four of the school's themed
ratings: Test Scores, Student/Academic Progress, College Readiness, and Equity. Find
out more about the themed ratings.Elementary School: With a rating of 10/10, Oakhurst Elementary School, located in
Decatur, is the top elementary school in Atlanta. Oakhurst has 544 students enrolled,
making up grades preschool through third. Oakhurst has top scores in equity with 9/10,
and test scores with 10/10.Middle school: Inman Middle School, with 1,075 students, grades six through eight,
holds the number one spot for middle schools in Atlanta with a score of 8/10. Inman
also has top test scores, rating 10/10.High school: Decatur High School, grades 9 through 12, is the number one high school
in Atlanta, with a score of 10/10 for college readiness, and 9/10 for test scores. Decatur
High School has a population of 1,339 students.Atlanta Employment Information
Employment Information (March, 2020) Atlanta, GA United States Income per Capita $40,595 $31,177 Household Income $51,701 $57,652 Unemployment Rate 4% 3.70% Recent Job Growth 2.88% 1.59% Future Job Growth 46.78% 33.51% Living in Atlanta
What is There to Do and See in Atlanta?
If you’re moving to Atlanta, you’ll quickly realize that there is no shortage of things to do.
Whether you’re a history buff, a food connoisseur, a thrill seeker, or simply enjoy theoutdoors, there’s something for you. Read more about local insights on great
restaurants, attractions, and outdoor activities.Atlanta Attractions
- Georgia Aquarium: With over 100,000 animals it’s no wonder the Georgia
Aquarium is considered one of the largest in the United States. - High Museum of Art: Founded in 1905 and located in the city’s art district,
Midtown, the High Museum of Art collection includes over 15,000 pieces. - The Zoo Atlanta: Spend the day learning about various animals from all different
regions of the globe, including the African Elephant, African Lion, Bornean
Orangutan, and the Clouded Leopard.
Best Eats in Atlanta
- Busy Bee Cafe: Located in downtown Atlanta, the cafe has been popular among
residents since opening in 1947, bringing customers traditional soul food in a
cozy environment. - Southern City Kitchen Midtown: Situate yourself by the fireplace in the 1920s
bungalow and enjoy the creative approach Southern City Kitchen Midtown takes
on classic Southern cuisine. - Poor Calvin’s: Enjoy thai cuisine with a southern twist at this modern and
intimate fusion restaurant.
Outdoor Activities
- Atlanta Botanical Garden: Escape the city and visit this 30-acre garden oasis,
located in the heart of Midtown. Spend time wandering through the different
gardens, including the Edible Garden, the Lou Glenn Children’s Garden, and the
Cascades Garden. - Centennial Olympic Park: This park dates back to 1996 where spectators of the
Centennial Olympic Games would gather. You can escape the hustle and bustle
of the city in this 22-acre park filled with artwork, playgrounds, and fountains. - Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail: Ride your bike or walk along the Atlanta Beltline
Eastside Trail and take in views of the city, stop and grab a bite to eat at a
restaurant along the trail, and access several parks easily, including the
Piedmont Park, Fourth Ward Park, and Inman Park.
Atlanta Weather Trends
Type Atlanta United States Rainfall 51.5 inches 38.1 inches Snowfall 1.4 inches 27.8 inches Precipitation 109.3 days 106.2 days Sunny 217 days 205 days Average July High 88.3° 85.8° Average January Low 32.6° 21.7°
What is Atlanta’s Public Transportation Like?
Transportation in Atlanta ranks 15th in the country for best public transit systems. There
are many options for transportation, including by car, MARTA Public Transit System,
streetcars, rideshare services, walking, and biking. You’re able to find routes and
information for public transit through the MARTA website, and information for cyclists on
the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition, site.How are the Traffic Conditions in Atlanta?
Because of the city's growing popularity, Atlanta’s traffic trends have seen better days.
And, like any bustling city, there are times of the day you’ll want to avoid driving or
commuting if possible. If not, make sure to plan ahead and be prepared for a slight
delay. According to TomTom, the best time to avoid commuting on weekdays is 7 a.m.
to 9 a.m., and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Depending on the day of the week, the trends may differ
slightly. For example, Thursday seems to be more congested from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. than
other days of the week. However, no matter the day, the traffic in the evening seems to
be slightly more congested than during the morning commute.Atlanta Moving and Real Estate
Resources
Moving Companies: Atlanta Home Movers, Top Dawg Moving, Bring it! Movers, Mark
and Mover, B&B Movers, Inc..
Storage Companies: Life Storage, Your Extra Attic, Cross Country Movers, Atlanta
PRO Moving Services, CubeSmart Self Storage.
Cable Services: AT&T, Xfinity, HughesNet, Viasat.
Water and Sewage: Atlanta Watershed Management. - Georgia Aquarium: With over 100,000 animals it’s no wonder the Georgia
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Because of the Coronavirus pandemic life hasn’t been the same for a while now. If you have to self-quarantine, don’t think you need to spend that time doing nothing.
What could be better than to make money and self-quarantine at the same time?
Big cities like Atlanta and others are at a huge risk if we don’t obey recommendations from health officials at the World Health Organization and the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
This article is going to show you how to self-quarantine and make money.
5 Ways To Make Money Online While You Self-Quarantine
Here are some apps that allow you to make money online and even get cash back for purchases. All you have to do is download:
1. Get Paid To Take Photos
All you need is a smartphone to make money these days. You can take pictures in your backyard or nearby and make money by selling the images online.
Here are some sites where you can sell your pictures:
2. Test Products At Home
You can actually get paid to conduct market research on behalf of companies. Here are some companies that you can sign up to test products for:
3. Self Your Hair Online
You can actually make money selling your hair. There are several websites that act as hair marketplaces. Here’s where to sell your hair.
4. Get Paid To Help Google
Google Surveys is a tool that allows you to make money by helping the company via search. Here’s how to get started.
5. Make Face Masks
In this day and time, one of the hottest items for sale are face masks and face coverings. The CDC has guidelines that give you the dimensions.
Here’s what you need to know about making face masks and face coverings.
Final Word
Not to be paranoid, but going under self-quarantine is not the same as being a hermit. That being said, you can make the best use of your time by taking care of yourself and making money.
Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. Here are some helpful links:
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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Bars and nightclubs, which particularly are prevalent in Atlanta, have reopened.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp issued another Executive Order on Tuesday, May 12, telling reporters that the state is “in a good place.” Many restrictions he put in place to mitigate the coronavirus pandemic are being eased, he said.
Georgia Opens Bars And Nightclubs
He also took steps to enable state workers to return to work as well as some summer camps to begin planning.
“With Executive Order 05.12.20.02, live performance venues, bars, nightclubs, and operators of amusement park rides must remain closed through May 31,” Kemp said. “It will enhance health outcomes and give us the opportunity to prepare for safe reopening in the near future.”
“In Georgia, COVID-19 hospitalizations, ventilator use, and the percentage of positive cases continue to drop. However, we remain vigilant in the fight against this dangerous virus,” he tweeted Wednesday morning.
Read Kemp’s Executive Order In Full Here
Kemp’s biggest critic is the mayor of the Georgia’s largest city, Keisha Lance Bottoms, who has been appearing on national and local media outlets cautioning residents against returning to normal too soon.
“We’ve got to continue to follow the science,” she says. “I would just say that for those who don’t need to go out and don’t need to resume their daily lives, that we just still need to be thoughtful and continue to stay at home.”
“My approach has been to move into a second phase of how I’m speaking to our citizens and that is to ‘Please stay home and if you can’t stay home, then please be careful.”
"My concern in our state in and in our city is that we've gone back to normal, and there's nothing normal about where we are with #COVID19." – Mayor @KeishaBottoms pic.twitter.com/jxPSNIz3At
— City of Atlanta, GA (@CityofAtlanta) May 12, 2020
Her message has remained consistent throughout the pandemic: Stay home, stay safe.
“Nothing about this virus has changed,” she says, “It is the same virus that sent us to our homes in March and if we aren’t careful it’s going to take us even longer to get back to some sense of normalcy if we aren’t thoughtful on how we’re doing it,” she told CNN.
To that end, Atlanta has launched a number of health, wellness and food initiatives to take care of its citizens.
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