Mary Welch
Journalist Mary Welch writes business and lifestyle stories for local and national publications.
Posted March 13, 2023
Cool Things To Do in April in Atlanta
Enjoy all that Atlanta has to offer during the awesome month of April.
Posted March 7, 2023
13 Iconic Restaurants in Atlanta
From Mary Mac's and Nikolai's Roof to The Varsity, Busy Bee Cafe and more, get a taste of Atlanta at one of these iconic restaurants.
Posted February 20, 2023
Cool Things to Do in March in Atlanta
There’s still a nip in the air but there’s a lot of cool stuff happening in Atlanta in March.
Posted January 19, 2023
Celebrity Chefs: The Cherries On Top of Atlanta’s Restaurant Scene
Atlanta is known as a foodie city. Meet the celebrity chefs at least partially responsible for that designation.
Posted January 13, 2023
Cool Things To Do in February in Atlanta
Yes, February is known for celebrating Valentine’s Day, but Atlanta offers many cool things to do and events throughout the month of February as well.
Posted January 5, 2023
Where Can You Eat Near the Georgia World Congress Center?
Atlanta offers lots of places to eat near the Georgia World Congress Center.
Posted January 1, 2023
Things to Do for Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Atlanta
Atlanta remembers and honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with celebrations in January.
Posted December 14, 2022
Where to Dine Out on Christmas Day
Looking for great restaurants open on Christmas Day in Atlanta? Look no further.
Posted December 8, 2022
Cool Things To Do in January in Atlanta
Find cool things to do in Atlanta during the month of January, from annual festivals to seasonal activities, theatrical performances, and more!
Posted November 23, 2022
Cool Things To Do in December in Atlanta
Yes, Atlanta loves to celebrate the holidays — well, we love any reason to celebrate.
Posted November 1, 2022
Best Restaurants for a Business Lunch in Atlanta
Close the deal at one of the best restaurants for a business lunch in Atlanta.
Posted October 17, 2022
Cool Things to Do in November in Atlanta
The holiday season is starting to get in gear and there’s lots of fun things to do around Atlanta.
Posted October 12, 2022
Where to Eat in Buckhead
If you find yourself hungry in Buckhead, no worries. Whether it's high-end you want or budget-friendly, Buckhead has a restaurant for you.
Posted September 15, 2022
Cool Things To Do in October in Atlanta
October brings lots of cool things to do in Atlanta, and Halloween is just the beginning.
Posted August 31, 2022
Atlanta’s Best Chef-Owned Restaurants
Satisfy your hunger pangs at these chef-owned restaurants in Atlanta.
Posted August 15, 2022
Cool Things To Do in September in Atlanta
Whether it’s food, dragons or action on the gridiron, there are plenty of cool things to do in September in Atlanta.
Posted July 19, 2022
Cool Things To Do in August in Atlanta
Find our recommendations for cool things to do in Atlanta in August.
Posted June 15, 2022
Cool Things To Do in July in Atlanta
We’ll admit it can get hot in Atlanta during July, so here are some cool things to do.
Posted June 7, 2022
Atlanta’s Favorite Black-Owned Restaurants
Take your pick from this list of our favorite black-owned restaurants in Atlanta.
Posted May 16, 2022
Cool Things To Do in June in Atlanta
June is the perfect time to explore Atlanta. There’s so much going on. Here are some cool things to do.
Posted April 19, 2022
Cool Things To Do in May in Atlanta
Whether you need a good scare, some turkey wings, a nice walk, shopping or a facial, there are plenty of cool things to do to welcome in May.
Posted March 29, 2022
Dive Into the Best Hotel Pools in Atlanta
Plan a summer staycation at one of these Atlanta hotels with pools.
Posted October 7, 2021
The 13 Best Public Golf Courses in and around Atlanta
Atlanta offers plenty public golf courses. Time to get out on the green.
Posted June 17, 2021
Relaxing Retreats for a Weekend Getaway in Atlanta
How to find your Zen in Atlanta's hotels and other getaway spots.
Posted July 30, 2020
Plan an Affordable Staycation Getaway at Hilton Atlanta Downtown
Everyone deserves to relax and see the sights of ATL... including locals. Here's how to stay downtown and experience the city right outside your window.
Posted May 1, 2020
Need a Boredom Buster? Watch One of these Streaming Movies Filmed in Atlanta
If you find yourself streaming more movies these days, be on the lookout for scenes shot in Atlanta.
Posted April 14, 2020
Take a Scenic Drive Through Atlanta
Atlanta's in-town neighborhoods make perfect scenic drives.
Posted March 3, 2020
Where To Find The Best Jewish Food in Atlanta
Whichever kind of Jewish food you love, it's here at one of these Atlanta restaurants.
Posted May 6, 2019
Great Restaurants for Large Groups in Atlanta
These Atlanta restaurants make group dining a breeze.
Posted April 16, 2019
Hop To It: Where To Get Your Easter Brunch On!
Eating out for Easter? Atlanta restaurants are ready for you.
Posted January 30, 2019
Fun Facts About Atlanta: How To ATL Like A Local
Welcome to Atlanta. We're glad you are here. Here are a few basics and a few fun facts about our city that will help you fit right in.
Posted December 4, 2018
Made In ATL: Great Local Businesses to Shop in Atlanta
Here's your guide to local products at shops and markets around Atlanta.
Posted November 30, 2018
Miami Circle: Atlanta’s Go-To Enclave for Home Decor
Atlanta is the mecca of the home decorating industry. Whether it’s AmericasMart, ADAC, Bennett Street or shops on the Westside and Buckhead, Atlanta is the place to go for rugs, furniture, lighting and whatever makes your house a home.
Posted November 26, 2018
Shop Like A Local Atlantan On Bennett Street
Atlanta has some of the best shopping malls in the Southeast and, frankly, even the country.
Posted September 15, 2018
Where to Find the 19 Best Cocktails In Atlanta
It’s not that Atlantans simply like to drink a lot, per se. We prefer to think of it as having an appreciation for creativity, for the enjoyment of friends and camaraderie — and, well, the finer things in life.
Posted September 1, 2018
19 Delicious Places to Eat at Krog Street Market Food Hall
Krog Street Market started out as a simple idea: Turn the 1889 Atlanta Stove Works factory into a place where in-town residents can go to buy produce, goods and enjoy a few restaurants.
Posted August 27, 2018
15 Budget-Friendly Things to Do for Weekend Getaways in Atlanta
One of the many outstanding attributes about Atlanta is that you can do a lot of things that don’t cost too much.
Posted August 23, 2018
Where To Hear Jazz In Atlanta
Atlanta is the home tothe Atlanta Jazz Festival, one of the country’s largest free jazz festivals.
Posted July 3, 2018
Atlanta’s Best Comedy Clubs
De-stress by laughing at an Atlanta comedy club.
Posted June 29, 2018
Dining on the Fly: Atlanta’s Best Local Restaurants at the Airport
Updated Jan. 2019 Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a busy one – in fact, the busiest in the world.
Posted April 28, 2018
9 Signature Cocktails Perfect For Mother’s Day in Atlanta
Treat Mom to a special cocktail on Mother's Day.
Posted November 4, 2017
5 Places to Go for Dinner and Dancing on your Atlanta Night Out
What is more romantic than dinner and dancing? Not much. Whether it's cheek-to-cheek or the fast-moving salsa, here are our favorite places for dinner and dancing in Atlanta.
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Cheers: 12 Best Bars in Atlanta’s Poncey-Highland Neighborhood
The Poncey-Highland section of Atlanta is a charming area that features cottages dating to the 1920s, the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum and lots of pubs and bars.
Posted October 26, 2017
Top 10 Things To Know About Atlanta Before You Go
Atlanta is a city full of surprises and, while it’s fun to explore and discover on your own, sometimes it helps to have the inside scoop.
Posted September 29, 2017
6 Must-Visit Atlanta Rooftop Bars
Everything looks better up on the roof.
Posted August 9, 2017
Treat Yourself to an Atlanta Spa Getaway
Updated on 9-9-2020 There’s so much to do and see when visiting Atlanta. However, sometimes you just want to BE.
Posted July 28, 2017
Top 5 Places for Hip-Hop in Atlanta
Atlanta is one of the epicenters for hip-hop music with such artists as Outkast, Killer Mike, Migos, Goodie Mob, Young Jeezy, Ciara and T.I.
Posted July 27, 2017
Famously Yum: Atlanta’s Celebrity-Owned Restaurants
Atlanta is home to many celebrities as well as fabulous food. When you combine the two, you have delicious food with that Hollywood touch.
Posted May 26, 2017
12 Best Atlanta Hotels for a Weekend Getaway with the Family
Got your itinerary ready for a family trip to Atlanta? Bring the kids, because these Atlanta hotels are perfect for a family getaway.
Posted March 12, 2017
Stay in Style at One of Atlanta’s 7 Coolest Hotels
Atlanta welcomes more than 51 million visitors a year and has hotels for every taste and budget: luxury hotels, budget hotels and suite hotels that are perfect for families.
Posted December 25, 2016
Sing Your Heart Out at Karaoke Spots in Atlanta
Atlanta has a lot of great live music, but sometimes you want to be the star.
Posted September 10, 2016
Atlanta’s Top 5 Gay Bars
Atlanta welcomes the LGBTQ community, and so do these bars.
Posted August 17, 2016
Best Bars for Watching College Football in Atlanta
College football is not just a game in Atlanta. It’s a way of life. And Atlanta is home to enough wild and crazy fans from certain universities to guarantee them "home" bars for game-watching with like-minded wild and crazy fans.
Posted July 26, 2016
Shop Till You, Um, Fly! The Best Places to Shop at Atlanta’s Airport
Updated November 2019 Who wouldn’t enjoy a “My mother went to Atlanta and all I got was this lousy T-shirt” gift?
Posted June 22, 2016
Awesome Atlanta Wedding Venues
The memories created by wedding and bridal showers are meant to be passed down for generations.
Posted June 21, 2016
Explore Atlanta’s Coolest Historic Neighborhoods
Yes, Atlanta boasts a wealth of bright, shiny new buildings but we also have our fair share of historic neighborhoods with quaint houses (and the occasional antebellum mansion), local shops and restaurants — all of which are a perfect locale for spending a day walking around and discovering our diverse and eclectic city. Here are top six historic neighborhoods: 1.
Posted April 2, 2016
The Best Restaurants near the Atlanta Airport
Time to kill at the Atlanta airport? Venture out to one of these restaurants.
Posted February 8, 2016
Who’s Who on the Civil Rights Walk of Fame?
Atlanta’s International Civil Rights Walk of Fame honors some of the activists of the civil rights movement as well as others who supported Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of equality for all.