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TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE

MEET THE GLOBETROTTING LOCALS SEEING THE WORLD IN UNIQUE WAYS! There’s a difference between vacation…

Valarie Mackey - WrightNow Solutions
LANDING WITH PURPOSE

A globetrotting career pays off for girls from Atlanta to Africa! Valarie Mackey has always…

Garrett Gravesen likes to encourage his audiences to think differently about a bucket list.
ROAM IF YOU WANT TO

What traveling to all 197 countries taught Garrett Gravesen about himself and the world! Garrett…

SPO Brookhaven Wines manager/sommelier Bethany Taylor and store owner Jeff Madsen.
GLOBETROTTING BY THE GLASS

How local wine clubs turn vineyard treks into lasting connections. Opening a bottle of wine…

The Great Wall of China Marathon includes only about 8 miles of the wall, but the elevation change is equivalent to 460 flights of stairs.
RUNNING WILD

Ironman takes seven-continent marathon challenge to an extreme. Sometime by 2030, Matthew Krivanek expects to…

Patti Simms has devoted years to helping children in the small town of Iquitos.
THE PULL OF PERU

Patti Simms puts her time and talent into a worthy cause! Patti Simms started traveling…

Sixthman’s festivals at sea allow fans to forge deeper, more personal bonds with their favorite artists.
SEA-ING STARS

Sixthman brings fans and artists together for immersive festivals on the high seas! If you’ve…

Simply Buckhead - Fashion Forward 2026
FASHION FORWARD

BESPOKE STYLES, LOCAL TAILORS AND THE DESIGNERS COMING UP WITH THE NEXT BIG THING. Great…

UP FRONT

Chastain Park is set to turn a natural landscape into public greenspace.
WIDE OPEN SPACES

CHASTAIN PARK TO INCLUDE 30-ACRE PALISADES PROJECT! Twelve to 16 months of construction is set…

The Southall property includes hiking trails, meticulously tended gardens and apple orchards. photo: The Nomadic People
TENNESSEE TIME

Southall Farm & Inn delivers memorable moments! A quick getaway with my husband isn’t easy…

At 26-stories tall, The St. Regis Atlanta commands Buckhead's attention.
ENDURING ELEGANCE

The St. Regis Atlanta upholds the hotel brand’s historic legacy! The St. Regis’ pioneering luxury…

Interns at Cafe Momentum are ready for work.
EAT, DRINK AND CHANGE LIVES

Learning life skills! The Department of Juvenile Justice and a casual fine dining restaurant seem…

Rishab Anand, Prakhar Saxena and Rohan Anand of Rise 'N' Reach. photo: Kimberly Evans
KIDS WITH A CAUSE

Brothers start a nonprofit! Westminster students Rohan Anand and his brother Rishab recently received ESPN’s…

Firelady Fur Belted Trench Coat
THE OUTFIT IS OUTERWEAR

October in Atlanta is a month for fashion. It all kicks off with Atlanta Fashion…

A pedestrian bridge over the Reedy Falls gives outdoor enthusists a pastoral view.
GOURMET GREENVILLE

A wealth of food finds has turned this town into a culinary destination. I was…

JF&CS CEO Amanda La Kier helped lead the campaign.
EXCEEDING THEIR GOAL

Serving the community. Chamblee-based Jewish Family and Career Services’ Growth, Innovation & Durability Campaign raised…

St. Augustine abuts the blue waters of the Matanzas River and Matanzas Bay.
KICKING IT SINCE THE 1500S

St. Augustine is the oldest, still occupied city in the U.S.! While this year marks…

A meal at Lure in the village of Oia offers jaw-dropping views of Santorini's caldera.
MYTHIC PROPORTIONS

A trip to a trio of Hellenic destinations leaves this writer wanting more. This summer,…

Donna Hyland, outgoing CEO of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
PASSING THE TORCH

Forty years of leadership. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta CEO Donna W. Hyland announced her retirement…

Pam Rollins, Tim Rollins, Amy Rollins Kreisler, Head of School Meredyth Cole, John Knox and Eileen Keough Millard
AN EXTRAORDINARY DONATION

Generational ties. The Rollins family stunned The Lovett School community when they made a record-breaking…

Wesley Woods Heroes John Stephenson and Kathy Waller
EVERYDAY HEROES

Wesley Woods names honorees! Buckhead residents Kathy Waller and John Stephenson will be named honorees…

Haul For You, a white-glove hauling company, was co-founded by Justin Amick and Jeremy Levison (pictured).
FOR THE LONG HAUL

LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS LAUNCH NEW BUSINESS! Justin Amick and Jeremy Levison, the Buckhead and Sandy Springs…

Football Stoneware Divided Serving Platter
TAILGATE TIME

The end of August ushers in a new season. And no, it isn’t fall. It’s…

The Horse Shoe Farm is nestled among the picturesque rural landscape of Hendersonville, North Carolina.
GREAT OUTDOORS

The Horse Shoe Farm brings to life the best of country living! I had the…

After a $72 million reimagining, the Bobby Jones Clubhouse will become The Molly Blank Center for Opera and the Arts.
HIGH NOTE

THE ATLANTA OPERA IS GIVING NEW LIFE TO A LONG-NEGLECTED BUCKHEAD LANDMARK! The Bobby Jones…

Williams Sonoma Honeycomb Cream & Sugar Set
COFFEE CORNER

Whether you’re a caffeine addict or find comfort in the daily ritual, how you drink…

Past president of 100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc., Sid Barron, focuses on the Best Academy for high risk youth.
TRANSFORMING FUTURES

Four decades of impact. In 1986, 100 Black men joined forces to support educational and…

Wicklow Hall’s accommodations are both quaint and comfortable.
LOWCOUNTRY RETREAT

A historic Georgetown inn offers privacy and an easy path to stillness. In a world…

Designed with Mexicaninspired architecture, Velas Vallarta is located on 10 acres along Banderas Bay.
A NEW COAST

Two stops in two seasons in Mexico’s Pacific Coast region! I love Mexico: the food,…

Eloise Mitchell, executive director of the Carrie Steele-Pitts Home, leads foster youth into the future.
PHILANTHROPIC PIONEER

Rescuing children since 1888. Working as a maid at Atlanta’s Terminal Station in the late…

Hotel Phoenix stands at the heart of Centennial Yards' entertainment options.
UP AND UP

The uber-stylish Hotel Phoenix sets the tone for a refreshed downtown. Like a phoenix rising,…

Buckhead's Piedmont Center will be transformed into a mixed-use development beginning this year.
MAJOR MAKEOVER

PIEDMONT CENTER REINVENTED AND REIMAGINED! In January, CP Group unveiled its master plan to redevelop…

Hotel Emma anchors San Antonio's 22-acre Pearl District.
BIG IN TEXAS

San Antonio has become the place to visit in the Lone Star State. San Antonio…

A part of Three Waters Resort and Marina, The Cove sits on a peaceful, adultsonly Islamorada peninsula.
GET THERE FAST, TAKE IT SLOW

The Cove lets guests get away from it all! My first order of business at…

top 100 CEOs and C-level executives - Joanne Hayes - Simply Buckhead founder
PUBLISHING GOOD NEWS

An honor for one of our own. Titan 100, a program that recognizes the top…

Fazit U.S. Soccer Speckles
FANDOM THROUGH FASHION

For the first time, the FIFA World Cup is coming to Atlanta, and with it…

The Williams-Payne House in Sandy Springs will become a community coffee shop with a live entertainment area, bar and ice creamery.
OLD HOUSE, NEW BUZZ

SUMMIT COFFEE TO TRANSFORM THE HISTORIC WILLIAMS-PAYNE HOUSE. In a bid to breathe new life…

Sergio Pacheco, Gloria Mattei-Pacheco and their son, Adrian, are flanked by employees and friends at the grand opening of the Buckhead store in May 2025.
LET THEM EAT (BUNDT) CAKE

Providing special needs kids with workplace experience. When Sergio Pacheco and Gloria Mattei-Pacheco’s son, Adrian,…

FAMILY

Primary teacher help little boy with homework after lesson
LEARNING DIFFERENTLY

Three schools, three unique educational philosophies. While a traditional classroom and teaching style may be…

what age is it generally OK to start leaving a child at home by themselves
HOME ALONE

Pediatrician advises when it’s safe to leave kids unsupervised. If you’ve got kids, there’s a…

A family and their dog enjoy a walk on East Palisades Trail. photo: Explore Georgia
FALL FUN WITH FIDO

As the weather cools and fall foliage appears, it’s an ideal time get out and…

young mother with baby
NURSING SUPPORT

Guidance for smoother breastfeeding journeys! Breastfeeding offers significant benefits for both babies and mothers. This…

photo: Dennis McDonald
MAGIC MADE EASY

Visit the most magical place on Earth with advice from a Disney travel expert! Planning…

A photo by Courtney Bryson. who specializes in shooting pics of horses.
FURRY FRIEND PHOTOS

How to get the best photos of your pets! You probably have a million photos…

The best protection against a lost pet
NO MORE LOST PETS

Keep your cat or dog from going astray! When a pet goes missing, one of…

SCHOOL-READY CHECKLIST - photo: Inside Creative House
SCHOOL-READY CHECKLIST

Local stops for a smooth start. As summer winds down, the back-to-school scramble begins. Help…

Warren Huntley takes summer fun to the next level with his party planning tips.
SUN’S OUT, FUN’S OUT

Plan an inviting summer gathering with tips from event architect Warren Huntley! If you’re wondering…

How to prevent uncomfortable situations with your pet!
ATTACK AVOIDANCE

How to prevent uncomfortable situations with your pet! We bring pets into our homes to…

Mom putting a bandage on a little boy.
SKIN SNEAK ATTACK

How to spot and stop a summer staph infection! Summer means more time outside and…

Start planning for your parents’ future
ROLE REVERSAL

Start planning for your parents’ future. This year, Baby Boomers born in 1946 are turning…

UNDERSTANDING AUTISM
UNDERSTANDING AUTISM

Signs, diagnosis and support for families. Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a…

Plan your dream destination wedding
LOVE TAKES FLIGHT

Plan your dream destination wedding with tips from Sandy Springs planner Elizabeth Klespies. If you’ve…

Know the facts before investing in pet insurance
PET PROTECTION

Know the facts before investing in pet insurance. Veterinarian bills—expected or not—are never easy to…

Reading your pet’s body language
SILENT CUES

Reading your pet’s body language. Pets communicate in myriad ways. A tucked tail on dogs…

Climber On Indoor Rock Wall
IT’S THE CLIMB

Reach new heights with these expert indoor rock climbing tips! According to Claudiu Vidulescu, humans…

Help Managing summer camps - Camply
CAMP, SIMPLIFIED

A new platform eases parents’ planning! Managing summer camps shouldn’t feel like a second job.…

Helping cats and dogs avoid household risks
PET PERILS

Helping cats and dogs avoid household risks! Pets are part of the family, and like…

Smart tips for planning a smooth babymoon
BABY ON BOARD

Smart tips for planning a smooth babymoon. Thinking of sneaking in one last romantic getaway…

Dietician Cheryl Orlansky unpacks the protein craze that’s sweeping the nation.
BEYOND THE HYPE

Dietician Cheryl Orlansky unpacks the protein craze that’s sweeping the nation. If you feel like…

Chamblee expert shares tips for making holiday gift wrapping a breeze
THAT’S A WRAP!

Chamblee expert shares tips for making holiday gift wrapping a breeze! There’s something magical about…

Sabrina Garcia - Chamblee-based DeKalb County Animal Services
A WORTHY MISSION

The highs and lows of being an animal rescue worker. E very career has its…

Hi-tech meets mini golf at Puttshack in Dunwoody and on the Westside.
IT’S GAME TIME

Interactive gaming experiences offer cold-season fun. Holiday breaks provide a welcome respite from the daily…

photo: Feodora Chlosea
BANK ON IT

Buckhead financial expert offers tips for first-time investors! When Ashley M. Fox worked as a…

Blues, greens and earth tones abound in Winnie + Crew's fall/ winter collection.
SOFT MEETS STYLE

Underwood Hills mom turns cozy chaos into kidswear hit. After working in social media for…

photo: Ekaterina Vakhrusheva
SORT OUT SHEDDING

Fed up with Fido’s fur? The pros can help! It’s not just you. Your pet’s…

Tips from our writers on traveling sanely with little kids. photo-tatyana_tomsikova
PLANES, TRAINS AND (HOPEFULLY NO) TANTRUMS

Tips from our writers on traveling sanely with little kids! Forget packing light. When you’re…

Dr. Phindile Chowa understands the challenges moms face during those first days and weeks after giving birth.
FIRST THINGS FIRST

Buckhead-based physician explains the importance of postpartum prep. You’ve set up the nursery. You’ve organized…

For several months in spring, summer and fall, kitten season overwhelms already crowded animal shelters with intake demands.
A TRYING TIME

How to help during the hectic kitten season. Kitten season, which lasts from spring to…

LIVING

The kitchen's simplicity is purposeful; the Millers don't often cook, so it's streamlined and tidy.
MOODY MEETS MINIMAL

IN HER NORTH BUCKHEAD HOME, DESIGNER SAMANTHA MILLER PAIRS A TRANSITIONAL PALETTE WITH PURE PERSONALITY.…

DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – OCTOBER 2026

Vivian Bencich has announced the launch of Vivian Bencich Interiors, a residential design practice based…

Leslie Averitt’s Pieces by Leslie
RAISE A GLASS

Leslie Averitt’s Pieces by Leslie bring fun to the table! Historic Brookhaven resident Leslie Averitt’s…

Buckhead’s Atlanta Decorative Arts Center
65 YEARS STRONG

ADAC celebrates a milestone birthday! For more than six decades, Buckhead’s Atlanta Decorative Arts Center…

Ornithology Hand-carved Six-Drawer Dresser
COME FLY WITH ME

Graceful, elegant and considered a symbol of freedom, birds have long been an inspiration in…

The dining table by Four Hands and an Anthropologie cabinet bring contrast to the dining room.
CUSTOM CRAFTED

SMART CUSTOM STORAGE MAXIMIZES EVERY INCH OF A 1,600- SQUARE-FOOT BUCKHEAD TOWNHOUSE! When people think…

What is a command center, and does your home need one?
BASE CAMP

What is a command center, and does your home need one? An expert weighs in.…

The Ralph Lauren for Visual Comfort Embers Hurricane Sconce
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – SEPTEMBER 2026

The Ralph Lauren for Visual Comfort Embers Hurricane Sconce strikes a balance between New England…

Studio Black Oak’s Larissa Peixoto
STRONG ROOTS

Studio Black Oak’s Larissa Peixoto on her firm’s modern, global style. Larissa Peixoto has had…

Yvonne Painted Chest
GREEN WITH ENVY

Green is one of the most versatile colors available to designers and decor lovers as…

Beyond the Four Walls: How One Family Found the Perfect Balance of Academic Rigor and Life Freedom

For years, the standard morning routine at the Miller household was a frantic race against…

Kimberly McDonald Agate Bookends
END GAME

A pair of bookends can reinforce the subtle announcement that you’re a literary lover. Cheeky…

Sarah Cyrus - SARAH CYRUS HOME
REFRESHING THE ROOM

Sarah Cyrus makes luxury consigning easy! Sarah Cyrus says she fell into the consignment world…

Nature-inspired wallpaper and a vintage-style gold mirror create a elegant backdrop in the the expanded dining room that begs to entertain.
FOREVER FOUNDATION

A YOUNG DUNWOODY FAMILY PUTS DOWN ROOTS WITH A TOP-TO-BOTTOM RENOVATION. Allie Cate and Burke…

We asked Kara Ziegler, a regional manager for Atlanta-based Pike Nurseries, to reveal her secrets for maintaining beautiful gardens throughout the summer.
BEAT THE HEAT

An expert gardener’s guide to summer success! It’s about this time of year that Atlanta’s…

Cane-line Illusion Glow lamp
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – JULY / AUGUST 2026

The small Cane-line Illusion Glow lamp is a stylish outdoor fixture featuring a natural weave…

The Modernist Design Collective - furniture and interiors gallery Atlanta
MASTER MIXERS

The Modernist’s Rob Gini and Felipe Florez make the case for ditching design dogma. Balance…

Marbled Keepsake Boxes
LITTLE LUXURIES

Romanticizing your life is easy when you are surrounded by beautiful things. Small luxuries like…

Two Wesley Hall Vaughn wingback chairs and a family heirloom table offer an inviting place to sit off the living room.
HOME IN THE HILLS

A PEACHTREE HILLS FAMILY DOUBLES DOWN ON THEIR BELOVED NEIGHBORHOOD. Janie Beck and her husband…

Selina Slipper Chair
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – JUNE 2026

Make a sculptural statement… with the Selina Slipper Chair, part of Onward, Holly Hunt’s debut…

Mario Cambardella’s ServeScape
LUSH LIFE

Mario Cambardella’s ServeScape delivers Atlanta’s greenery! Mario Cambardella’s adult life has centered around making Atlanta…

elyse buckhead luxury condo exterior
WHY GUESTS AT THE ST. REGIS ARE ASKING WHAT’S HAPPENING NEXT DOOR

There’s a moment that tends to happen late in the afternoon at the St. Regis…

stairs present unique opportunities for creative expression
STYLE STEP-UP

Give your stairwell the drama it deserves! Interior designer Mallory Mathison Glenn believes staircases deserve…

Emberhaus Fire Oven
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – MAY 2026

Crafted in Athens, the Emberhaus Fire Oven delivers steady, even heat and features rust-resistant, marine-grade…

This office reflects Brett's personal style, which Eason describes as an "elevated, masculine bourbon lounge vibe."
ELEVATED ELEGANCE

A NORTH BUCKHEAD FAMILY HOME PROJECTS SOPHISTICATED COMFORT. A trustworthy relationship is something noteworthy; a…

New York-based TileBar Buckhead
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MAY 2026

New York-based TileBar is opening its first Georgia location in Buckhead Village. The premier home…

Travis Reed - HOME REAL ESTATE
RIGHT AT HOME

Travis Reed has a visionary approach to real estate! It’s often said that necessity is…

Maison Venu Gustavia Table Cloth
INSIDE OUT

’Tis the season to bring the indoors outside. While patio living and al fresco dining…

ELYSE BUCKHEAD VIEW
WHY THIS BLOCK IN BUCKHEAD MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK

In a neighborhood as established as Buckhead, change rarely goes unnoticed. Yet sometimes the most…

How to find antiques and incorporate them into your home
TIMELESS TREASURES

How to find antiques and incorporate them into your home! Designer Patricia McLean is a…

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The wide range of tapas available at The Iberian Pig makes it easy to avoid falling into a same-old-thing rut.
SMALL WONDERS

THE IBERIAN PIG SHOWCASES SPANISH FLAVORS IN BUCKHEAD. Tapas have a way of making everyone…

A Peruvian dish from Chef Lorien Vilchez
SHARED PLATES
siren seafood restaurant

A TOAST TO THE COAST

Michel Arnette’s latest restaurant brings coastal cuisine to Brookhaven! Siren, the latest concept from restaurateur Michel Arnette, the talent behind Arnette’s Chop Shop, Haven, Valenza and Vero, is now open in Brookhaven.…

CULTURE

Local artist Krista M. Jones - photo: Alex Ferror

PAINTING THE TOWN

Local artist Krista M. Jones debuts her latest public art piece. “Public art is about enriching sterile spaces and being able to see color in this concrete world,” says artist Krista M.…

HAPPENING

TOUR Championship
EAST LAKE IS CALLING

Why the TOUR Championship Is Atlanta’s Best Weekend of the Year! TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP EAST LAKE GOLF CLUB AUGUST 26-30, 2026 PROUD PARTNER OF THE TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP For one week each August, the…

Atlanta’s TOUR Championship - Georgian
How Atlanta’s TOUR Championship fuels business connections

In an increasingly experience-driven business environment, companies are seeking more meaningful ways to connect with clients, partners, and employees. Corporate hospitality has evolved beyond traditional meetings and dinners, with live sporting events…

Expert guidance from Universal Diamonds
HOLIDAY PARTY JEWELRY – MAKING YOUR MARK AT EVERY CELEBRATION

Expert guidance from Universal Diamonds on maximizing your collection and knowing when to add new pieces! Five holiday parties in two weeks. As you stand in front of your jewelry box for…

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Simply Buckhead Cover Story - Travel
TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE

MEET THE GLOBETROTTING LOCALS SEEING THE WORLD IN UNIQUE WAYS! There’s a difference between vacation and travel. The former often involves chilling out in a destination that’s not home as the main…

Atlanta NETHERWORLD
A HAUNTED HISTORY

NETHERWORLD turns 30 this season. For three decades, NETHERWORLD Haunted House has shaped the modern haunted attraction industry, growing from a 1997 Kennesaw start-up into one of the nation’s most celebrated horror…

August gala for the ArtsBridge Foundation
ARTSBRIDGE FOUNDATION

A late August gala for the ArtsBridge Foundation brought 200 guests to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre for cocktails, dinner, live and silent auctions, dancing and performances by the Shuler Encore…

The wide range of tapas available at The Iberian Pig makes it easy to avoid falling into a same-old-thing rut.
SMALL WONDERS

THE IBERIAN PIG SHOWCASES SPANISH FLAVORS IN BUCKHEAD. Tapas have a way of making everyone at the table happy. With its traditional and innovative spins on Spanish cuisine, The Iberian Pig Buckhead…

Valarie Mackey - WrightNow Solutions
LANDING WITH PURPOSE

A globetrotting career pays off for girls from Atlanta to Africa! Valarie Mackey has always traveled for business. When she was an Atlanta- based management consultant for Ernst & Young after graduating…

A Peruvian dish from Chef Lorien Vilchez
SHARED PLATES

A Peruvian dish from Chef Lorien Vilchez. This Peruvian appetizer is among the first recipes learned by The Select’s Executive Chef Lorien Vilchez, previously of the Lazy Betty Group and the Four…

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August gala for the ArtsBridge Foundation
ARTSBRIDGE FOUNDATION

A late August gala for the ArtsBridge Foundation brought 200 guests to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre for cocktails, dinner, live and silent auctions, dancing and performances by the Shuler Encore…

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Annual Community Fundraiser - Live auction
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS

In late August, some of Atlanta’s top chefs cooked up a successful fundraiser for FreeRent ATL, a nonprofit that provides rental assistance and a path to financial stability for working families. The…

BLUE JEAN BALL
BLUE JEAN BALL

None of the 350 attendees of the 14th Annual Atlanta Police Foundation’s Blue Jean Ball were surprised when a SWAT team showed up. The highly-trained crew was on hand to raise funds…

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