📓 New on the Blog
📓 New on the Blog
Stories, recs, & DIYs from the heart of ATL — written & curated by me, Messy Jesi.
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Atlanta Bagels 🥯 Who’s Worth the Schmear?
Atlanta’s bagel scene is getting interesting. 🥯 Two pop-ups have entered my regular rotation, longtime Jewish delis are holding their own, & a few former favorites have me reconsidering what breakfast carbs should cost.
From chewy crusts to thick schmears, we’re getting nerdy about flavor, technique, nostalgia & what actually makes an Atlanta bagel worth your money.
Welcome back to Weighed + Measured. 🤓
Misfitsss BBQ: What Happens When Barbecue Breaks the Rules? 🔥
What happens when you respect the pit… then get weird with it? 🔥 I’m digging into Misfitsss BBQ’s smoked meats, rotating sausages, playful sides, technique, pricing & whether all that time over smoke actually delivers. Welcome back to Weighed + Measured, bb. 🤓
Last Dance Atlanta: A New Restaurant Worth Talking About
Okayyyy Atlanta… this newcomer has my attention. 👀 From a liver éclair & lamb schnitzel to thoughtful farm sourcing & a wine list worth exploring, here’s my weighed + measured take on Last Dance Atlanta.
Evergreen Butcher + Baker: What Actually Goes Into a $17 Burger?
Every Sunday, people line up in Kirkwood for Evergreen Butcher + Baker’s $17 cheeseburger. But what actually goes into that price? We’re getting nerdy about the local farms, whole-animal butchery, housemade sesame bun, labor & everything that happens before the burger hits your hands.
Atlanta: City Guide
Atlanta: City Guide
Discover more unique in Atlanta with my city guide. Curated for those looking for something different.
Coming Winter 2025! Stay tuned.