Jennifer Bradley Franklin photo by Sara Hanna Photography
Editor’s Letter – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024
FREERENTATL
BRITTNI DONALDSON
BRITTNI DONALDSON
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
FIX GEORGIA PETS GALA
FIX GEORGIA PETS GALA
Setting up a home bar for the non-drinker
RAISING THE BAR
Nayara's connecting family tents makes it easy for friends or grandparents to come along.
BUCKET LIST LOCALE
New food hub SocialBites is open in Sandy Springs
FOOD NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024
The Smoky Old Fashioned at Casi Cielo has all the depth and richness of the classic, only using mezcal and tequila.
SEASONAL SPIRIT
The company sends out three seasonally themed boxes per year. Each comes with three shows and a surprise gift.
LITTLE FOOT FORWARD
The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian
A GRATIFYING PROFESSION
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
Eagle Creek PACK-IT Starter Set Travel Bags
TRAVELERS’ ESSENTIALS
Bold Catering & Design folds two trends into one with colorful lighting.
SETTING THE SCENE
Antigua Drum Chandelier from Visual Comfort
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024
Charessa Sawyers created a campaign to provide mental health services to cancer patients.
EMPOWERING CANCER WARRIORS AND CAREGIVERS
Chastain Park's Katherine Wood has also published under the name Katherine St. John.
FIGURING OUT FACT FROM FICTION
DIPS KITCHEN
SNACK OF THE SEASON
recyclable beauty products
THE BEAUTY OF RECYCLING
Catherine Lautenbacher is passionate about creating strong community leaders.
LEADING LADIES
SWEET PEACH WAX & SUGARING STUDIO photo: Deagreez
WAX OFF
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
Interior Designer Summer Loftin - photo: Nick Burchell
A BEAUTIFUL FINISH
Attorney-turnedmusic mogel Audu Maikori has introduced the world to African music. photo: Brandi Gard
ARTS SUPPORTER EXTRAORDINAIRE
RE-DRESSED FOR SUCCESS
Pro tips for hosting a themed holiday party for kids
SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER
PARTNERS IN DESIGN
fashion designer Christian Allana
DESIGNING WOMAN
AJ Madison, a family-owned online kitchen appliance retailer
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024
WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE
WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE
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