Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
After the winter sun sets, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville comes alive with shimmer and sparkle during “Gainesville Glows: Lanterns and Lights.” Open select nights through Jan. 4, this beloved annual tradition for all ages features illuminated displays of woodland wildlife inspired by North Georgia’s flora and fauna. Details: 1911 Sweetbay Dr., atlantabg.org/tickets
Paddy’s at Château Élan
While Château Élan is known first and foremost for its champion golf courses, picturesque vineyards and winery just north of Gainesville, there’s another gem tucked onto the grounds: an authentic Irish pub handcrafted in Dublin and assembled on site in 1997. Paddy’s is the perfect spot to cozy up with pints and good craic. Details: […]
Grubs Market
Make a romantic dinner for two at home with help from Grubs Market. Curated by Hall County’s trusted epicureans and entrepreneurs, Roland Stanley, Chef Nicholas St. Clair, Robert Turner and Daniel Stribling, this modern take on the neighborhood grocer includes a butcher counter, deli and shelves stocked with premium ingredients and fine wines. Details: 511 […]
Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
Get your heart racing with a day at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta—one of the world’s best road courses—located on 750 sprawling acres in the rolling hills of Northeast Georgia. There’s a full calendar of marquee annual traditions and spectator events happening year-round, from the MotoAmerica Superbikes and Drift Atlanta to the famous Motul Petit Le […]
Flowery Branch Farmers Market
Support dozens of local farmers and artisans at the Flowery Branch Farmers Market, held at the Pavilion 3:30-6:30pm on the second and fourth Thursdays through April. Enjoy live music while shopping for farm-fresh meats, local honey, homegrown produce, baked goods, sweet treats and handmade crafts. Details: 5210 Railroad Ave., instagram.com/farmfreshflowerybranch
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK)
Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK) is not your average museum. Designed for children of all ages, abilities and experience, this exciting, hands-on, educational center encourages young minds to imagine, create, explore, develop and dream to their full potential. Check the calendar for upcoming exhibits and special events, like storytime in partnership with United Way, themed […]
Haydee’s Cafe & Cantina
A local staple since 2016, Haydee’s Cafe & Cantina celebrates Mexico’s favorite foods, like the bite-sized Tostados (“toasted” in Spanish) — crispy, deep-fried corn tortillas served flat and topped with refried beans, fresco cheese, diced tomato, fresh lettuce and avocado. For extra flavor, opt to add a protein, such as chorizo, pastor, chicharróns, steak, chicken […]
Antebellum
The Grilled Flat Iron Steak at Antebellum is the perfect segue into their fall menu featuring warm and cozy flavors. This tender cut comes dressed with celery root puree, grilled broccolini, a robust bordelaise jus and decadent truffle “caviar” atop a caramelized sweet onion ravioli you won’t be able to stop talking about. Details: 5510 […]
La Mejor De Michoacan 2
Cool off with authentic Mexican sweets, from agua frescas to frozen fruit paletas to creamy handmade ice cream, at La Mejor De Michoacan 2, a Hall County mainstay for over 20 years and counting. Among the top-selling treats is the Fresas con Crema, a simple and refreshing dessert of strawberries and cream made with mint, […]
Sully’s
Named after Sully’s employee Clark, who created this combination, The Griswold is not your average turkey sandwich. It features two meats, two cheeses and two different sauces. They stack a steamed bagel with turkey, bacon, provolone and pepper jack cheese, then sauce it with both barbecue and parmesan peppercorn. Topped with crisp lettuce, it’s a […]
