What’s in a name? For many of Altana’s in-town neighborhoods, the name origins are relatively easy to decipher. Most towns came to be known by the name of their founders, such as Inman Park named for early cotton merchant Samuel Martin Inman or Ansley Park which took the name of rail and real estate magnet Edwin P. Ansley. The names …
Virginia Highland Tour of Homes
The Virginia Highland Tour of Homes features eight homes selected for their beautiful architecture and interior design, along with free samples of food from local restaurants. This year’s home line-up includes a 1920 Craftsman bungalow restored from a duplex to a single family home, a recently renovated eclectic American farmhouse built in the 1920s and a beautifully renovated 1912 bungalow …
Atlanta’s Most Walkable Neighborhoods
Atlanta may be known for its traffic, but not all of us are a part of the daily car grind. Many Atlantans have managed to organize their work and home life in a way that they rarely, if ever, need to get in their cars (if they have them!). Whether you prefer life without a car at all, or you …
Atlanta’s Local Roasters!
We all love grabbing a fancy cup of joe from our local corner coffee shop, but lately it seems that more and more of us are opting to get our caffeine fix at home, with amateur baristas honing their craft and brewing up delicious cups of coffee in the comfort their own kitchens. But making your coffee at home doesn’t …
Beat the Summer Heat at one of Atlanta’s Best Ice Cream Shops!
The summer heat is at its peak and all over Atlanta we are looking for ways to cool down and shake off the summer doldrums. What better way to escape from the July heat and humidity than at your favorite local ice cream shop? We’ve compiled a list of some of the best spots in Atlanta to cool off with …
Atlanta Zombie Pub Crawl
Celebrate the 10 year anniversary of this unique event that takes place in the pubs of Virginia-Highland on Saturday, July 27th! Dress in your scariest, goriest, most undead costume and makeup, but be on the lookout for the blood splatter booths to get even bloodier! Your event ticket also includes themed shots at 5 bars along the route and upgrades …
Atlanta Weekend Events: May 31st – June 2nd
Alpharetta Brew Moon Fest Enjoy live music and great beer in the streets of downtown Alpharetta, featuring locals CurraheeBrewing Company and Jekyll Brewing. Atlanta Food & Wine Festival Celebrate and sample award-winning Southern cuisine, with opportunities to meet and learn from the region’s best chefs. Atlanta Tiny House Show Attend seminars and discussions led by tiny house experts, with 15 …
Our Virginia Highland Food Favorites!
We absolutely love Virginia Highland, and we’re not alone – this historic hidden gem is one of Atlanta’s most beloved neighborhoods. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the easily walkable thoroughfares lined with shops and restaurants, located just steps from tree-lined streets filled with stately homes, mid-century Craftsman bungalows and newer modern construction. With its sidewalk cafes, upscale dining and a …
Virginia-Highland Summerfest
Summerfest is a celebration of the beautiful Virginia Highland neighborhood and all things summer! Enjoy live bands, shop the artisan booths and eat delicious food as you stroll the streets of Virginia Highland. The fun kicks off at 8am Saturday morning with the Summerfest 5K, an official Peachtree Roadrace qualifier, and the accompanying Tot Trot for kids 7 and under. …