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So you’re quarantining right now. It’s OK. Join the increasingly large club. You need to calm down. Things are crazy right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t handle it. You just might need a good drink.
Quarantine sounds like a grim thing, but it doesn’t have to be. This necessary period can be used to reset and just to take a moment. You deserve it.
15 Quarantine Drinks You Need In Your Life
Enter this article on what you need to drink right now to calm your nerves and just chill out.
Here are some drinks and recipes pulled from our great friends on Instagram. Please follow them.
Boston Bar Hopper
1.5 oz Flor de Caña rum
0.5 oz mezcal
0.75 oz fresh lemon
0.75 oz homemade strawberry syrup
2 dashes Fee Brothers Aztec chocolate bittersView this post on InstagramShake with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a strawberry.
Coffee Ale
View this post on InstagramAh, coffee ale. Perfect for a quarantine weekend. “It smells like dark chocolate and tastes like a strong coffee with a Bourbon finish a bit earthy all around.”
Mint Julip
View this post on InstagramPlease SUBSCRIBE to her NEWLY LAUNCHED YouTube cooking channel (LINK IN BIO).
•3 parts @titosvodka
•1 part simple syrup
•1 part ginger beer
•fresh limes •mint leavesLooking for a new drink to stock up on when you venture out of your house.
Monday Night Brewing’s Narwater
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Consider getting @mondaynight’s new seltzer, Narwater! Narwater Seltzer comes in 3 flavors (Blueberry Raspberry, Mango Guava, Grapefruit Pineapple) & I personally enjoy all of them! A few things you should know about the drinks:- Made with all real fruit (no artificial colors or flavors)
- Brewed with natural fermentation instead of like other brands which use artificial flavors with diluted high-proof ethanol
- Made with love locally
- Gluten free, only 4.7% ABV, & 95 calories!
Black Girl Magic Riesling
View this post on InstagramAbadou G&T Gin With Cucumber
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Tito + Watermelon
View this post on InstagramWatermelon + alcohol= all the fun you need.
1. Cut a circle hole at the top of the watermelon.
2. Put your favorite alcohol bottle in the hole. I’m using @titosvodka
3. Let it sit for a few hours so watermelon can absorb the liquor.
4. Cut watermelon & serveQuarantine Sunshine
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Morning Immunity Booster. The caption says it all: “Trying to keep everyone (and myself) in this house healthy and strong! Vodka optional.”Blackstorm Mule
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2 blackberries
2 raspberries
1 strawberry
1 lime wedge
2 pumps of simple syrup
Ice
Ginger beerLemonade
View this post on Instagram“Staying home? Enjoy this refreshing recipe from our culinary team: A twist on a classic Lemonade recipe at home. Paired with our lemon madeleines, it’s truly a treat! Visit A la Madeleine for the full recipe!”
New York Sour
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Ingredients2 oz bourbon
3/4 oz lemon juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
Red wine float1- In a Shaker add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, ice and shake vigorously.
2- Strain into a old fashioned glass over fresh ice
3- Top with Red wine floatSunset Snow Cone
View this post on Instagram45 mL Vodka (Ketel One)
- 30 mL Apple Juice
- 15 mL Hpnotiq Liqueur
- 15 mL Grenadine
- 15 mL Monin Blueberry Syrup
Process
Add the grenadine to the empty glass.
- Pack the glass w/ shaved ice.
- Add the blueberry syrup.
- Add the vodka.
- Add the apple juice.
- Add the Hpnotiq.
- Gaze. Inhale. Sip. Enjo
My Honeycomb Hideout
View this post on Instagram45 mL Vodka (Prairie Organic)
▪️90 mL Sweet Tea (Celestial)
▪️15 mL Lemon JuiceGinger Mule
View this post on Instagram▪️pistachio infused vodka
▪️ginger syrup
▪️ginger beer𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡
▪️mint sprig
▪️candied ginger sliceKiwi Crown
View this post on Instagram“Kiwi Crowns” are easy to make. Here’s what you need: Gin, coconut rum, triple sec, grapefruit, and muddled kiwi.
Conclusion
You don’t have to be a lush to enjoy a good cocktail in quarantine. All you need is some good recipes, some chilled ice and a willing spirit.
Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some helpful links:
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If you suspect that you may have symptoms related to coronavirus, health officials are asking you to go get tested. If you’re in Atlanta, there are now several places to get either drive-through testing or as a walk-in.
Now that vaccinations are underway, the good news is that you can find free COVID testing throughout Atlanta and parts of Georgia. You do not have to pay for COVID testing.
If you want to find COVID testing sites over the phone, there are three numbers you can call:
- The Georgia Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Hotline at 844-442-2681
- The Fulton County Board of Health’s COVID-19 Line at 404-613-8150
- The DeKalb Hotline at 404-294-3700 (After hours: 1-844-442-2681)
There are three primary ways to get tested for coronavirus locally.
- Find a CORE site near you in Atlanta and Fulton County
- Find a CORE site near you in DeKalb County
- Find a CORE site near you in Cobb and Douglas counties.
Locations: Where To Get Tested For COVID-19 In Atlanta, Georgia
This article is going to show you the locations of COVID-19 testing sites around Atlanta. All coronavirus testing is free by federal mandate, so you don’t have to worry about being charged.
To get tested for coronavirus, you have to register for same-day appointments at CVS.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing.
Coronavirus Drive-Thru Testing Sites & Walk-In Clinics In Atlanta
Here are some locations in Atlanta where you can get tested:
COVID-19 Testing Site Address & Map Drivethru Testing Do You Need A Referral? Greenbriar Mall 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 Yes No Aviation Cultural Center 3900 Aviation Circle, Atlanta GA" Yes No Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - (678) 843-7001
5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342 No Yes Peachtree Immediate Care - Brookhaven - (404) 814-9199 4400 Peachtree Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319 No No Georgia State University Blue Parking Lot 521 Capitol Ave SE, Atlanta , GA 30132"> Yes No Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Home Depot Backyard AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313">
Yes No Georgia State University Stadium (Turner Field) 33 Gilmer St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315"> Yes No Emory University Hospital Midtown 550 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308"> No Yes Sugar Creek Golf Course - (404) 294-3700 2706 Bouldercrest Rd, Atlanta, GA 30316"> Yes No Emory University Hosptal 1364 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30322 No Yes The state has also partnered with CVS Minuteclinics to do the tests, which are designed to take less than 30 minutes. Of course, you can expect long lines of cars.
CVS MinuteClinic COVID-19 Testing: Where To Get Tested For Coronavirus In Atlanta, Georgia
Another drive-thru testing site is located on the campus on Georgia Tech at 352 Peachtree Place, Atlanta, GA. 30332. Here’s the address to help you find it.
Because it’s pollen season in Georgia, many people are experiencing coughing and sinus problems that may make them believe they have coronavirus. Here are the symptoms to look out for.
Just to be clear, COVID-19 includes respiratory symptoms like fever, cough, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.
In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.
If you think you may have become infected, here’s what you need to do.
For information on Atlanta testing sites, you can also visit atlstrong.org/testing or call @ATL311 for more information on site locations and how to register.
Final Thoughts
If you have symptoms of COVID-19, remember to quarantine at home for at least 10 to 14 days. If your symptoms worsen, seek medical help immediately.
Where To Get The COVID Vaccine In Atlanta, Georgia
Georgia health officials have been working hard to get more doses delivered to the state. Metro Atlanta now has several places that are doing inoculations for Georgia residents.If you’re looking for the COVID-19 vaccine in Atlanta, here are the vaccination sites.Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:
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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed much about our daily lives in very different ways. One way t has impacted many of us is that the global health crisis has allowed us to reconsider our personal finances.
The frivolous spending that we have become accustomed to may be a thing of the past. But what else has it taught us?
Money Lessons From The Pandemic
In this article, we’ll explore some things that the pandemic has taught us about our finances.
1. Save Money Now
It’s easy to say “save money,” but as we all know, you have to get out of debt first.
Some ways to climb out of debt include:
- Paying your credit card bill every month
- Lower the bills that you pay every month
- Not overspending when you shop
- Never borrowing money that you can’t pay back
- Cut out or trim some daily expenses
2. Cut Back On The Things You Don’t Need
A huge part of staying out of debt involves cutting back on spending. This is especially true when it comes to buying things you don’t need.
Do you really need that new air fryer? Take an inventory of the things you already have before you buy new stuff.
If you’ve already bought things you seldom or never use, consider selling those items.
3. Create An Emergency Fund
If you don’t have an emergency fund, you should consider starting one. An emergency fund doesn’t have to be a huge amount of money
What it needs to do is cover a certain amount of months for when times get rough. Target two to three months for now and see how it goes.
4. Generate Income From A Side Gig Or Hobby
First of all, a side hustle is a job that is usually done in your spare time and outside of the traditional 9 to 5 working hours of corporate America.
When you think of all the ways you can make money, you should be able to find something you’re passionate about.
Check out these hobbies you can turn into cash right now.
5. Count Your Blessings
No matter what, live your life appreciatively. That means that you’ll want to count your blessings for the things you do have.
You only get one life. Make it count by living intentionally.
If you want to learn more, here’s how to live your best life now.
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Chef Jonathan Waxman has opened Baffi, a new eatery in Atlanta’s West Midtown District, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
Baffi (pronounced BAH-FEE) serves casual, Italian-inspired fare that is locally sourced and seasonal.
Baffi Opens On Atlanta’s West Side
The eatery’s name Baffi comes from a translation of “mustache,” which is a wink toward Waxman’s New York City restaurant Barbuto, the Italian word for “bearded.”
Executive Chef Andrew Cacioppo helms the kitchen, meshing Waxman’s Italian-Californian flavors and cooking style with his own deep culinary expertise.
Baffi is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday in Atlanta’s West Midtown neighborhood at Stockyards.
What Is On Baffi’s Menu?
Baffi’s menu serves approachable dishes such as:
- Wood-Seared Shrimp Salad with winter greens, spicy aioli and focaccia
- Cast Iron Sunburst Trout with braised greens and meyer lemon salsa
- And don’t sleep on Waxman’s famed JW Roasted Chicken
You’ll also love the JW Gnocchi and Kale Salad; fresh and dried pastas, seasonal pizzas and a variety of shareable dishes, including Braised Meatball – pork & veal, mascarpone grits; Roasted Oysters – brown butter, black pepper, parmesan; Bruschetta – ricotta, wild mushrooms, focaccia, herbs; and JW Rosemary Potatoes.
Where Is Baffi Located In Atlanta?
Baffi is located in the office, restaurant and retail space at 976 Brady Avenue NW Atlanta, Ga. 30318. Here is a map to help you find it.
If you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.
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Several Atlanta eateries feature Louisiana-inspired fare, but a new restaurant with authentic New Orleans roots is bringing new flavor to the city.
Neyow’s Creole Cafe is coming to Atlanta’s Castleberry Hill neighborhood in the spring, according to the Atlanta Business Chronicle.
Neyow’s Creole Cafe Opening An Atlanta Location
Neyow’s is owned by New Orleans natives Tamla Pierre-Taylor and Tim Dublecet, according to the Chronicle. And given Atlanta’s thriving dining scene, the entrepreneurs wanted to add its brand to the restaurant gumbo.
In addition to Atlanta, Neyow’s has two other locations in New Orleans and Houston. In those locations, Neyow’s offers online ordering as well as curbside pickup.
“Our menu comes straight from our grandmother’s recipes, rich in our Creole heritage,” it says on the eatery’s website.
What’s On The Menu At Neyow’s?
Neyow’s offers some great Louisiana Creole and Cajun dishes in addition to Southern standards like fried chicken and ribs. Some other menu standouts include:
- Crawfish balls
- Shrimp on the Avenue: Grilled shrimp over angel hair pasta in a creamy white sauce
- Fried gulf oysers
- Seafood platters
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Where Will Neyow’s Creole Cafe Be Located In Atlanta?
Neyow’s is going to part of the Walker Street redevelopment of Castleberry Hill. Atlanta-based H.J. Russell and Co. are overseeing the project. The address is 131 Walker St. SW. Atlanta, GA. 30313.
Here’s a map to help you find it.
Neyow’s joins scores of other black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others on the way. 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 fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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After years of splurging and the promotion of unchecked consumerism, saving money is the thing to do now. One way you can keep your cash is to look into lowering your energy costs.
In the winter, your heating bill becomes your highest home expense other than the mortgage. Conversely, in the summer, your air conditioner usually is the culprit that runs up your energy bill.
But it doesn’t have to be that way!
This article will show you some great ways to lower your energy costs in your home to save money.
1. Cut Your Ceiling Fans On
One of the main and best ways to save energy is by using your ceiling fans rather than your heating or cooling unit.
When it comes to ceiling fans, make sure that you turn them the right way depending on the season.
- In the summer, turn your fan to run counter-clockwise.
- Your fan should run clockwise in the winter.
2. Open The Curtains And Blinders
You can use natural sunlight to heat up your home if you’re intentional about it.
On a cold day, open your curtains to get additional sunlight into your living space. Not only will this brighten up your home, but it will warm it as well.
3. Invest In A Cheap Fan
You can also save money by buying a $20 fan that circulates air in the room you’re in.
Here are some great cheap fans to consider.
- Honeywell TurboForce Circulator Fan
- Comfort Zone 3-Speed Floor Fan
- Lasko Premium Box Fan
- Hurricane Classic Clip Fan
- High Velocity Personal Fan
4. Make Sure Your Appliances Are Working Properly
Sooner or later, your appliances are going to need some attention. They don’t last forever, so at some point, they’ll malfunction or stop working as they did.
What you want to do is maintain your appliances, especially the big ones like your washer or dryer. Those cost big money.
5. Apply For Utility Discounts
Depending on your age or other qualifications, you may be able to get a discount on your utility bills.
Many cities, states and municipalities give older residents or military veterans a break on their heating bills.
Final Words
Finally, keep a tab on what you’re spending on energy. Once you see that number in print, figure out how to cut it in half.
Remember, here are the steps you can take to lower your energy costs.
- Cut your ceiling fans on
- Take advantage of sunlight
- Buy a cheap floor fan
- Keep your appliances in working order
- Get a discount (if you qualify)
Keep the ideas coming. If you think of some other ways to save, let us know!
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One of the best accessories you need when you’re shopping is an app that allows you to save money. There are several good apps in the app store that can save you cash when you shop.
Whipping out your phone at the cash register may seem a bit odd to you, but the money you save won’t be. In fact, you’ll love it.
Most shopping apps allow you to save money in the following ways:
- Cash back on purchases
- Discounts applied at checkout
- Rebates applied for future purchase
What Is The #1 Shopping App?
When you’re talking about shopping apps, it really depends on what you’re trying to buy. For groceries, you may put one app on your phone, but for clothes or electronics, you may download another.
Another app may be best for showing you the cheapest price. That’s why you may choose to have more than one shopping app on your phone.
Here Are The Best Shopping Apps To Save Money
Let’s look at some apps you can use to save money.
Last Words
If you love to save money (who doesn’t?) you can put these lessons to good use to keep more of your cash.
Want to save money on groceries and cut your bill in half? Of course, you do.
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Can you play the chords or at least look the part? A major TV movie filming in Atlanta is looking for two “church musicians” for some crucial scenes.
The Atlanta casting call is one of many currently accepting applicants in metro Atlanta. Casting company Destination Casting has put out the casting call in hopes of snapping the right person for the paid role.
Atlanta Casting Call: Church Musicians Wanted For TV Movie
Here are the casting call details, according to Destination Casting.
WORK Dates: TUESDAY 1/5/2021
(subject to change)
SHOOT Location: ATLANTA/HIRAM GA
*This is the 2nd day of the 2 day booking from before the Holiday. If you were already booked with us please keep an eye on your email. We will be sending emails today!!
MUST TAKE COVID-19 TEST ON MONDAY 1/4 in Hiram GA
1. CONGREGATION
All ethnicities Male or Female
MUST HAVE : Sunday best attire!
Ages: 18+
Rate: $72/8+ot
Use Subject: CONGREGATION
2. CHURCH MUSICIANS
Piano / Drums / Guitar…
All ethnicities Male or Female
MUST HAVE : Sunday best attire!
Ages: 18+
Rate: $100/10+ot
Will only have to simulate playing bit MUST be able to actually play!
Use Subject: MUSICIAN
Must have…
Professional attitude and demeanor
Open availability
Reliable transportation
COVID-19 NOTE:
-Will be tested on set for Covid-19 within 72 HOURS of the work date
-Will receive temperature checks on set
-May have daily/weekly Covid-19 testing administered on set
-Must adhere to all Covid-19 rules required on set: MASKS, SOCIAL DISTANCING…
To be considered YOU MUST send
1. Name
2. Age
3. Height & Weight
4. All sizes
5. Phone
6. 2-3 CURRENT filter free photos…
-All must depict CURRENT look
-NO professional photos / no mirror selfies
-1 waist up
-1 or 2 full body
7. Have you had or will you have a NEGATIVE Covid-19 test TAKEN within 72 hours of the work dates above? If so, date?
*MUST TAKE COVID-19 TEST ON 12/16 on set in order to secure booking!!
SEND ALL ABOVE INFO TO
SonExtrasCasting@gmail.com
FEEL FREE TO SHARE!!
Serious inquiries with full open availability only!Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Congress painstakingly approved a more than $900 billion stimulus package to keep Americans afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. Aside from a $600 one-time payment (will it be $2,000), there are other things in the bill you may want to know about.
We’re going to show you what’s in ihe stimulus package for you.
Although a first wave of payments in April 2020 came and went, millions of Americans are still hurting financially and need monetary aid.
Here Are The Stimulus Package Details
A co-author of the $908 billion package, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, told the media in early December that lawmakers were close to approving a $600 stimulus to Americans in need. But there was much debate over certain add-ons that President Trump wanted inside the bill, including spending for a border wall.
Many critics have slammed the $600 stimulus as a slap in the face, but others are grateful for any paltry sum.
Here is what the stimulus package includes:
- $600 direct payment to most Americans
- $300 additional pay for unemployment benefits
- Reopening of the Small Business Loan Program
- Moratorium extension of eviction protection
- Aid for nutrition assistance
- Aid for child care and schools
“We made major headway toward hammering out a bipartisan relief package,” said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, told reporters.
With many workers still preparing for layoffs, lawmakers are poised to approve more stimulus money down the road in 2021.
Up Next: How To Track Your Stimulus Money
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Looking for a place in Midtown Atlanta to eat at and enjoy a movie? IPIC, a premium dine-in cinema concept to Colony Square, recently opened in Midtown Atlanta.
IPIC features a luxury restaurant-and-movie theater brand including seven restaurants and 14 theaters. Here’s what customers and movie fans can expect at IPIC.
What To Expect At Colony Square’s IPIC Theater
Atlanta has other food-and-movie establishments, but IPIC’s stable of boutique theaters include a full dining, pod seating and bar menu.
“Our mission is to provide elevated entertainment escapes that engage multiple senses, transcending the traditional moving-going experience,” it says on IPIC’s website. “Get acquainted with our chef-driven theater and restaurant menus offering thoughtfully prepared and seasonally inspired dishes. Or, head over to our bar and lounge to enjoy conversation with friends over handcrafted cocktails invented by a master mixologist.”
When you sign up for updates on IPIC’s website, you get a free IPIC ACCESS Silver Membership.
On site is also an Italian restaurant and bar called Serena Pastificio, which is set to open in the coming year.
What’s On The Menu At IPIC?
The IPIC menu features such dishes as:
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice
- Chicken & Red Velvet Waffle
- Lamb Chops With Seasonal Veggies and more.
You can also reserve IPIC for family, friends and co-workers for a private event if you wish.
Where Is IPIC Theaters Located?
IPIC Theaters is located at 1197 Peachtree St NE Suite 350, Atlanta, GA 30361. Here is 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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