Charleston-based restaurateurs Mickey Bakst and Steve Palmer founded Ben's Friends in 2016. Palmer is an Atlanta-native and is the founder of Indigo Road Hospitality Group.
SUPPORT FOR SOBRIETY

BEN’S FRIENDS LAUNCHES MEETINGS IN BUCKHEAD. Ben’s Friends is a support organization for food and…

FIX GEORGIA PETS GALA
FIX GEORGIA PETS GALA

Almost 200 guests showed their support for reducing the unwanted pet population during the Fix…

Setting up a home bar for the non-drinker
RAISING THE BAR

Setting up a home bar for the non-drinker. As zero-proof drinks rise in popularity, and…

New food hub SocialBites is open in Sandy Springs
FOOD NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024

New food hub SocialBites is open in Sandy Springs. Order from four different dining concepts…

Nayara's connecting family tents makes it easy for friends or grandparents to come along.
BUCKET LIST LOCALE

A not-to-be-forgotten stay at Costa Rica’s Nayara Tented Camp. Traveling anywhere with three young kids,…

The company sends out three seasonally themed boxes per year. Each comes with three shows and a surprise gift.
LITTLE FOOT FORWARD

Local entrepreneur Anne Arwood launches kids’ shoes subscription service! Kids outgrow their shoes in record…

The Smoky Old Fashioned at Casi Cielo has all the depth and richness of the classic, only using mezcal and tequila.
SEASONAL SPIRIT

The versatility of tequila! Poolside Margaritas are iconically quaffable, but tequila needn’t be put away…

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian
A GRATIFYING PROFESSION

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian. Becoming a veterinarian takes time—at least a…

The St. Regis Atlanta hosts a slew of holiday events including a pop-up boutique with gifts and decor from Lucy's Market. Photos: Hannah Forsberg
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

A winter wonderland awaits at the St. Regis. Once again, The St. Regis Atlanta transforms…

Eagle Creek PACK-IT Starter Set Travel Bags
TRAVELERS’ ESSENTIALS

It’s the “most wonderful time of the year,” and with all the excitement comes opportunities…

Chastain Park's Katherine Wood has also published under the name Katherine St. John.
FIGURING OUT FACT FROM FICTION

Buckhead novelist’s latest work keeps readers guessing! These days, sifting the truth from the tall…

Antigua Drum Chandelier from Visual Comfort
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024

Transport yourself to the islands with this Antigua Drum Chandelier from Visual Comfort. Designed by…

Charessa Sawyers created a campaign to provide mental health services to cancer patients.
EMPOWERING CANCER WARRIORS AND CAREGIVERS

Restoring smiles. When Charessa Sawyers’ mother, Barbara Nobles, was diagnosed with breast cancer, it took…

Bold Catering & Design folds two trends into one with colorful lighting.
SETTING THE SCENE

The trends defining events right now! Impressing guests and seeing a vision come to life…

DIPS KITCHEN
SNACK OF THE SEASON

Dips Kitchen is now serving made-from-scratch dips inside Buckhead Village’s Fetch Park. Lowcountry shrimp dip,…

recyclable beauty products
THE BEAUTY OF RECYCLING

Here are some solutions to the industry’s plastic waste problem! While the global plastic crisis…

Catherine Lautenbacher is passionate about creating strong community leaders.
LEADING LADIES

Training today’s leaders. Leadership Perimeter (previously known as Leadership Sandy Springs) recently graduated its inaugural…

SWEET PEACH WAX & SUGARING STUDIO photo: Deagreez
WAX OFF

Buckhead wax and sugaring artist offers tips for your first hair removal experience. The holidays…

Hosting a wine tasting party? Consider hiring a sommelier to choose the wines, do all the pouring and lend their knowledge. Courtesy of Vino Venue
UNCORKING THE FUN

Tips on hosting the ultimate wine tasting party! Hosting a wine tasting is the perfect…

Interior Designer Summer Loftin - photo: Nick Burchell
A BEAUTIFUL FINISH

Summer Loftin brings dramatic flair to her interior and antiques businesses. Mississippi native Summer Loftin…

Attorney-turnedmusic mogel Audu Maikori has introduced the world to African music. photo: Brandi Gard
ARTS SUPPORTER EXTRAORDINAIRE

Globe-hopping cultural icon calls Dunwoody home! Twenty years ago, Nigerian native Audu Maikori was an…

RE-DRESSED FOR SUCCESS

SCAD students debug Orkin’s uniforms. The phrase “dressed to kill” is certainly apropos when it…

PARTNERS IN DESIGN

Maison Venu Joins Forces with Design Social Studio. Textile company Maison Venu recently partnered with…

fashion designer Christian Allana
DESIGNING WOMAN

A local designer finds success across fashion channels! Christian Allana grew up in Chattanooga taking…

AJ Madison, a family-owned online kitchen appliance retailer
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024

AJ Madison, a family-owned online kitchen appliance retailer, has opened a showroom in Sandy Springs.…

WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE
WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

THREE NEW-TO-MARKET SHOPS! Buckhead Village has seen a slew of openings over the past several…

RIDES TO REMEMBER

For the 18th year, the Rides to Remember Track Day took over the Atlanta Motorsports…

Catapult founder Erik Lingvall learned the hard way that auditions require serious prep.
NEXT GENERATION OF TALENT

Catapult focuses on lights, camera, action! In 2000, the then 21-year-old aspiring actor Erik Lingvall…

Simply Buckhead October 2024 Issue
LIVING ARTFULLY

MEET THE ARTISTS, COLLECTORS, CURATORS AND EXPERTS ELEVATING OUR AREA’S CREATIVE APPEAL! Spanish painter, sculptor…

JOHN WIELAND photo: Courtesy of The Wilbert Group
BUILDING A LEGACY

JOHN WIELAND SHARES HIS PASSION FOR FINE ART AND HIS PLANS FOR HIS COLLECTION’S FUTURE.…