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📓 New on the Blog
Stories, recs, & DIYs from the heart of ATL — written & curated by me, Messy Jesi.
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🐾 Where Do the Pet Parents Go?
A curated guide to ATL’s local dog shops, groomers, & makers — because being a pet parent is more than just walks + treats.
How I Built My Dogs Their Own Mini Closet (Because… Obviously They Needed One)
Overwhelmed by your dog’s chaos? Same. I built a mini closet just for my pups — with hooks, shelves, & bins for all their bandanas, leashes, & spa supplies. Here’s how I did it, tools I used, & my go-to Amazon finds.
🥐 Pastries That Deserve Their Own Fan Club (ATL Edition)
After living in Europe, I’ve been chasing the buttery, glühwein-dusted joy of holiday pastries ever since. This isn’t just a roundup — it’s a love letter to the Atlanta bakeries making croissants, kouign-amann, & other delicious bakes that deserve their own fan club. Peep the lamination. Cozy chaos, buttery layers, & absolutely zero crumbs left behind.
ATL Things To Do: Nerdy Weekly Guide!
Atlanta’s OG weekly drop — curated events, food events, holiday markets, dog-friendly hangs, & all the chaos worth leaving your house for. Updated every week.
ATL Late-Night Eats: The Spots Keeping Us Fed 🌙
Atlanta after 11 PM is a whole personality test. Whether you’re craving curly fries, wings from Magic City, or midnight noodles, this is your no-fluff guide to the best late-night eats ATL has to offer. Dive in, gremlins.
The Atlanta Dive Bar Survival Guide: Cheap Drinks, Sticky Floors, & Vibes That Build Character 🍺✨
Atlanta’s dive bars are a whole personality… cheap beers, loud bands, sticky floors, & enough chaos to build character. Here’s your local guide to the best unhinged, beloved dives across the city.
🎁 The 2025 Messy Jesi Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for gifts that feel personal, cozy, & very Atlanta? This guide rounds up my favorite small businesses, creative makers, foodie finds, & feel-good picks for the 2025 holiday season. Shop local, skip the basic gifts, & support the folks making ATL magic.
Date Nights in Atlanta: Unique, Quirky, & Actually Fun
Just dinner & a movie? Overrated. Atlanta has chaotic-good date nights. Think: drag shows, craft workshops, retro theaters, arcade bars, & artsy adventures. Here’s your guide to the quirky, creative ATL dates that are actually fun.
Best Pizza in Atlanta (& Beyond): A Local’s Guide to the City’s Top Pies
ATL runs on pizza, & this city’s got the range to prove it. From family-owned joints to late-night slices, here are the pies that keep Atlanta full (& happy). 🍕
From Workdays to Weekends: My Atlanta Coffee Go-To’s
Atlanta runs on caffeine, & these coffee shops prove it. From Portrait’s cozy Yams latte to Finca’s good energy, here’s my current rotation of cafés, roasters, & creative corners fueling ATL mornings (& afternoons).
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.