Roller Coaster in Sandy Springs

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Sandy Springs teen Ben Tolliday spent the pandemic on a unique project: He built his own roller coaster in his backyard. Not only did he garner a lot of social media attention, but he also caught the attention of Six Flags’ Chief Engineer Larry Chickola and the two talked shop over roller coasters. Follow Ben’s […]

Food That Rocks Returns

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Food That Rocks returns this year on Sept. 23, 24 and 25. Instead of one night, it has been spread out over four 3-hour sessions with a more intimate VIP experience, featuring unlimited tastings from participating restaurants; wine, beer and cocktail tastings; and live music. Guests must be at least 21 years old. Tickets are […]

The RealReal in Buckhead

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If you love thrifty shopping, you’ll love The RealReal’s new Buckhead location. This luxury consignment marketplace features men’s and women’s clothing, handbags, sneakers, new jewelry and watches. If you want to clean out your closet and score some cash, the store’s experts will work with you on a valuation to sell your goods. Details: 3073 […]

Saint-Germain French Bakery & Cafe Coming in September

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Grab a sweet with your sweet when you visit the new location of Saint-Germain French & Bakery & Café opening this September in Buckhead Village. Along with their classic French pastries, macarons and other treats, they will also be serving wine and Champagne by the glass. Details: 3035 Peachtree Rd. NE. facebook.com/saintgermainfrenchbakery

Shops Around Lenox Local Artists

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Twice a month through the summer, the Shops Around Lenox will be hosting Pop-Up Art Galleries featuring works from local artists. Browse with your beau while enjoying complimentary snacks, drinks and live music. August showings will be held on the 7 and 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. Details: 3400 Around Lenox Rd. NE. shopsaroundlenox.com

A New Head Chef has Landed at Chido & Padre’s

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Chido & Padre’s has reopened with a new head chef and a revamped menu of delicious Mexican cuisine. Try the pollo con mole made of savory grilled chicken atop a bed of house-made mole blanco, root vegetable hash and chili lime peanuts served with a side of fresh tortillas. Details: 128 E. Andrews Dr. NW. […]

Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine at Dantanna’s

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Dantanna’s continues to be a local favorite, which comes as no surprise with dishes like the garlic shrimp fettuccine. Who wouldn’t salivate over a bowl of fettuccine topped with pan-seared garlic shrimp, asparagus, broccoli, tomatoes all topped in a dijon-alfredo sauce and Grana Padano cheese? Details: 3400 Around Lenox Dr., Ste. 304. dantannas.com

Flower Child has Dietary Options for Everyone

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Flower Child delivers a delicious menu catered to vegetarian, vegan, keto and paleo dietary preferences. The Glow Bowl, a vegan and gluten-free dish, is a colorful entree with a mix of spicy-sweet potato noodles, bok choy, zucchini, onion, jalapeño, shiitake mushroom, coconut milk and sunflower butter. Details: 1170 Howell Mill Rd., Bldg. C. iamaflowerchild.com

Don’t Hit the “Snooze” Button for This New Eatery

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In an effort to turn breakfast on its head, Buckhead’s newest breakfast restaurant is anything but a Snooze, despite the name. Proof is in the signature sweet potato pancakes topped with homemade caramel, candied pecans and ginger butter. Details: 4600 Roswell Rd., Ste. G100. snoozeeatery.com

ProstAware’s Blue Ties Luncheon Sept. 10

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SEPT. 10 Blue Ties Luncheon 3143 Maple Dr. NE. 11:30am-1:30pm Tickets start at $100 Enjoy a delicious lunch and participate in a silent auction to help raise funds for ProstAware, whose mission is to educate men and raise awareness about prostate cancer. prostaware.org/blue-ties