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Annual Little Blue Box Brunch Opens for 5th Year

Little Blue Box Brunch 2017 Jeff Gammage Media Group

*Photos courtesy of Jeff Gammage Media Group unless otherwise noted

The Little Blue Box Brunch is one of my favorite events of the year for many reasons. One reason has to do with all our fabulous sponsors and participants that make this event even more special. Another reasons is the fact that I get to brunch with so many beautiful babes. Oh, and we get to get all glammed up to give back, something that is so dear to my heart.

This year was the fifth year of LBBB, and I’m delighted to say that it just keeps on getting better with age! And for the fifth year in a row, Swan Coach House graciously allowed us to take over for the event. I just can’t get enough of that beautiful place!

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Buckhead Scores New Sephora Store

Sephora Buckhead Exchange

My beauty babes, I have great news! Buckhead at The Exchange just scored one of my favorite stores, and I know all my fellow beauty lovers are going to be just as excited as I am. What’s the store, you ask? Drumroll please….

It’s Sephora!

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Take Mom to Mimi’s Cafe for Mother’s Day for a Gift That Keeps on Giving

Mimi's Cafe Mother's Day menu

As you all know… Mother’s Day is approaching quickly! And luckily for everyone involved, Mimi’s Cafe is aiming to make this day even more special with a 3-course menu as well as other exciting treats.

If you choose to spend this Sunday at French-inspired American eatery Mimi’s Cafe, expect to indulge in a yummy 3-course menu as well as complimentary raspberry brown butter bread. And if you’re wondering how the food is, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered there, too. I recently got to sample the Mother’s Day menu offerings, I must say, they get my seal of approval! Continue Reading…

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Atlanta Food Bloggers’ Society host day of indulgence

L'Occitane at Avalon Alpharetta

What’s not to love about a day full of pampering followed by brunch? That’s why I was so excited that the Atlanta Food Bloggers’ Society invited me to a fabulous outing filled with decadent bites, facials, massages, and mimosas, oh my!!! 🙂 Talk about my ideal day!! The get-together getaway was called “Bloggers & Bubbles” and featured a spa experience compliments of L’Occitane along with a taste of kitchen-inspired cuisine courtesy of South Main Kitchen. Continue Reading…

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Grub Burger Bar: Good Food. Great Vibes.

Grub Burger Bar

Sometimes you just crave a good burger, and for those times, you should go to Grub Burger Bar!

I heard that G.R.U.B. stands for…

G: Good people
R: Real food
U: Unique Vibe
B: Big flavor

… and they’re not lying! Between the lip-lickin’ burgers, the great vibes, spiked milkshakes (uh huh… more on that below) and the fresh flavors, this place has truly got it all. Continue Reading…

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Red Phone Booth: A Prohibition Experience

Red Phone Booth Atlanta

Imagine this… It’s the Roaring 20’s. The music is swingin and jazz is jumpin, but, Prohibition is the order of the day. What this means is that alcohol is prohibited. Banned. Illegal. Can you imagine not being able to belly up to your favorite bar and order your go-to sip? It’s crazy when you really think about it.

Since alcohol drinking was banned, you had to be very, very secretive if you wanted to partake in a few sips. To enjoy your favorite spirits you had to visit a “secret place,” a speakeasy as they called it. And it was all by word-of-mouth… Absolutely no mention of this underground establishment to anyone; only those who knew, knew. It was real hush hush…

Enter Red Phone Booth. A modern-day speakeasy where you can enjoy chic cocktails over great conversation, all set in Prohibition-era style. (And without worry of the lawman breaking up the party) 🙂 At Red Phone Booth, you don’t have to imagine what this experience would be like… you can experience it yourself! RPB has created a super authentic ‘20s-era lounge that really plays into the Prohibition era. And it’s oh-so fabulous darling!!!! Continue Reading…

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My Fare Lady Macarons: French Flair with Southern Flavor

My Fare Lady Macarons

I have something to confess. My hubby is wonderful and all, but my one true amour is macarons. There’s just something about these sweet treats that get me so excited. Maybe it’s because I’m a dessert fanatic fiend, or maybe it’s because these adorable little pastries are a flavor-filled adventure in every bite. Yep… definitely the latter. (And only a pinch of the former.) 😉 Continue Reading…

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Bonefish Grill Drops Anchor at Akers Mill Square

Bonefish Grill Akers Mill

For those of you who know me, you know that I’m a big fan of Bonefish Grill! No matter where I am, I always seem to find one. I’ve had many an amazing time at Bonefish in The Woodlands TX, and several lunch dates at their Alpharetta spot, so I’m super excited to announce that they just opened a new location at Akers Mill Square in Atlanta, which just so happens to be a stones throw from the new soon-to-open SunTrust Park. Continue Reading…