📓 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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A Local’s Guide to Atlanta Farmers Markets, Butchers, & Mini Markets
From hidden butcher counters in Chamblee to weekend rituals at Grant Park Farmers Market, here’s your curated ATL food loop — fresh produce, local meats, artisanal bites & soulful market vibes.
Book Lovers’ Guide to Atlanta: 20+ Must-Visit Bookstores & Comic Shops
Looking for your next favorite read? ATL’s got indie bookshops, vintage comics, & literary magic hiding in every corner. This isn’t just a list — it’s a love letter to the bookstores locals swear by.
Atlanta Black-Owned Gems You Need to Know & Support (Always)
Atlanta is home to so many Black-owned gems that deserve more love than just a February spotlight. From iconic restaurants to rising creators — here’s your guide to supporting Black brilliance all year long.
This guide isn’t just a list, it’s a love letter to the people & places shaping the city. Curated by local creators who live the Atlanta experience.🖤
🧸 Tattoo Shops in ATL for the Doodle Bear Generation
Cute? Yes. Colorful? Absolutely. Commitment? Let’s go.
If your inner child was raised on Doodle Bears & Lisa Frank, this ATL tattoo guide is for you. From minimalist line work to bold traditional ink, here are the tattoo shops locals actually swear by.
(Spoiler: this list came straight from my amazing Nerdy Retreat followers!)
🎨 Atlanta’s Art Galleries & Beyond: A Curated Guide
Atlanta’s art scene is bursting with bold galleries, hidden gems, & public art that stops you mid-scroll. From mural-covered alleys to refined museum halls, here’s your curated guide to exploring ATL’s most inspiring creative spaces — one neighborhood at a time.
Where to Play Trivia, Games, & Nerd Out in Atlanta
Where to Play Trivia, Games, and Nerd Out in Atlanta
🍦 ATL Ice Cream Spots That You Need to Try
Atlanta ice cream spots that your need to try. Beat the heat with this line-up beyond National Ice Cream Day!
Respect the Pit: A Real Review of Owens & Hull
A candid food review of Owens & Hull BBQ spot in Atlanta Ga & why it deserves a spot on your next must-try list.
🍗 Fried Chicken Spots in ATL That Go Too Hard
From cult pop-ups to iconic kitchens, these Atlanta hotspots go way too hard. Here’s where to get your fix this National Fried Chicken Day.
🥪 Atlanta Sandwiches Worth the Carb Coma: A Local’s Sando Guide
Atlanta’s sandwich scene deserves more love. From stacked deli classics & Italian subs to bánh mì, cheesesteaks, pop-ups, & Friday-only French dips, these are the ATL sandos I keep coming back to.
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.