The West End is one of Atlanta's oldest neighborhoods, especially important for the city's African-American history. Today the area is home to new development, including restaurants, breweries, and walking trails. The History of the West End Named after London's Theater District, Atlanta's West End is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. It was settled in 1835 … [Read more...] about Visiting Atlanta’s Historic West End
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A First Timer’s Guide to Taste of Atlanta
For the past 12 years Taste of Atlanta has taken over Tech Square, in the heart of Midtown, for the city’s premier food, wine, beer and cocktail festival. Comprised of tasting tents, live demos and interactive cooking experiences, the weekend-long festival is perfect for the pickiest of eaters or the self-described foodie. 1. Look at the offerings beforehand. Each … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Taste of Atlanta
Film Friday: Due Date
A father-to-be is forced to take a cross country road trip with a complete stranger, an aspiring actor, who has them both banned from a plane. He must make it back home before the birth of his first child. Robert Downey Jr., Zack Galifianakis, Michelle Monaghan and Jamie Foxx star in Due Date. Scenes were filmed at Gwinnett Medical Center. Filmed In: Tuscaloosa, Alabama; … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Due Date
Film Friday: Wanderlust
In Wanderlust, a couple of Manhattanites find themselves unemployed and drive to Atlanta in search for new jobs. Along the way they decide to try living on a commune where they don't fit in or understand the lifestyle. Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston, Malin Akerman, Alan Alda, and Justin Theroux star. Filmed In: Atlanta, Clarkesville, Lawrenceville, Monroe and Georgia; New York, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Wanderlust
Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
It's that spooky time of year and each state has its own grand celebrations. The South has some of the oldest, and of course, haunted, cities in the country. Expect plenty of tours of haunted cemeteries and homes, as well as parades of the funky and freaky. There are events for both families and adults and whatever costume and persona you decide to take on for All Hallows … [Read more...] about Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
