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Jesi Hooper 4/2/26 Jesi Hooper 4/2/26

Pop-Ups That Actually Hit: ATL Chefs Worth Showing Up For

Not all ATL pop-ups are worth the hype. These are the ones that actually deliver — the chefs I’d show up early for, no questions asked.

Jesi Hooper 4/1/26 Jesi Hooper 4/1/26

Things To Do in ATL this Week: Nerdy Weekly Guide!

Your weekly Atlanta event guide — from pop-ups & drag brunches to art nights, foodie finds, & community magic. Updated every week for you to Explore ATL like a Local!

Jesi Hooper 3/30/26 Jesi Hooper 3/30/26

Atlanta Date Nights by Neighborhood

Date night in Atlanta doesn’t need to be complicated. Start with the right neighborhood — here’s where I’d go.

Jesi Hooper 3/24/26 Jesi Hooper 3/24/26

Pup-Approved Spots in Atlanta: Your Ultimate Guide

From patios & breweries to parks & coffee shops, these are the best dog-friendly spots in Atlanta where your pup is actually welcome.

Jesi Hooper 3/24/26 Jesi Hooper 3/24/26

Patios I Love Around Atlanta

From Atlanta BeltLine hangs to neighborhood gems, these are my favorite patios in Atlanta for slow days, good drinks, & staying a little longer than planned. Because why wouldn’t you.

Jesi Hooper 3/10/26 Jesi Hooper 3/10/26

Atlanta Food Halls: Where to Eat & Where to Wander

Atlanta has quietly become a food hall city. Here’s a guide to where to wander, what to eat, & the spots I gravitate toward inside some of Atlanta’s most popular food halls.

Jesi Hooper 3/5/26 Jesi Hooper 3/5/26

The Return of the Third Space: Where Atlanta Actually Hangs Out

What is a third space? From coffee shops to markets & bookstores, here are the best places in Atlanta to hang out, connect, & exist beyond home + work.