Arts + Culture

Pride and Poise

Chef Todd Richards brings a rich culinary history to the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead Article by BuckHaven City Lifestyle staff Chef Todd Richards joins the Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead as Executive Chef, orchestrating all culinary operations at the Forbes 4-star hotel, including the property’s on-site restaurant Brassica, signature tea service, in-room dining and banquets. Richards, a celebrated Atlanta-based chef, award-winning author and four-time James Beard Award semifinalist...

Life + Culture

The Boys of Buckhead

Celebrating thirty years of friendships. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Jolie Loren and Courtesy of the Boys In the late summer and autumn of 1991, Atlanta witnessed a baseball miracle.  The Braves brought home the National League pennant, cementing their place in history as the first team to go from last place one year to first place the next. Buckhead bars were packed with fans, all cheering (and drinking) madly for the team that climbed from worst to first. The win united rowdy...

Arts + Culture

Revisiting The South

Article and Photography by Jackson Fine Arts is delighted to announce its spring exhibition,  Gordon Parks: The South in Color , organized in partnership with The Gordon Parks Foundation and curated by acclaimed American photographer Dawoud Bey. The exhibition celebrates two important milestones - the 70th anniversary of the landmark publication of Parks’ images of the segregated South in  Life  magazine and the 20th anniversary of the founding of The Gordon Parks Foundation. The exhibition...

Home + Design

The Art of the Shared Space

Iris and Oak Interiors at Chastain Park Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Bob Mackey For Tasha Moody, founder of Iris and Oak Interiors, great design is often part aesthetic and part marital counseling. As a highlight of the Inaugural Chastain Park Conservancy Home & Garden Tour last month, Tasha’s latest project offers a masterclass in blending the his and her homeowners’ tastes and whims.  “Merging male and female styles, opinions and personalities, ensuring both parties feel seen...

Arts + Culture

Dior's Vision Comes to the Southeast

Article and Photography by The Savannah College of Art and Design is thrilled to announce  Dior: Crafting Fashion  now open at SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film. Curated by Hélène Starkman - exhibition curator for Christian Dior Couture - and organized by Rafael Brauer Gomes, creative director of SCAD FASH museums,  Dior: Crafting Fashion  has been created exclusively by Christian Dior Couture in collaboration with the university and will be the first museum presentation of the House of Dior...

Arts + Culture

Gransden Salutes The Good Life

Tony Bennett tribute comes to Marietta Article by Sue G. Collins To celebrate Tony Bennett’s 100th birthday, Atlanta's Joe Gransden has produced a musical tribute that will open at Lincoln Center in August. Lucky for us, the show comes to The Strand Theatre on Marietta Square on August 14. Joe and his band will swing through the life and career of Tony Bennett, one of the greatest performers ever of the American Songbook. "Tony Bennett’s tone, phrasing and feel were second to none," says Joe...

Food + Beverage

The Joy of the Assortment

Inside the magic of JARDÍ Chocolates Article and Photography by In the world of fine confections, JARDÍ Chocolates stands as a testament to the idea that luxury can be homegrown. Led by owner and pastry chef Jocelyn Dubuke, the Atlanta-based chocolatier has spent years proving that "all-natural" is more than a marketing buzzword — it is a culinary mandate. For Jocelyn, every hand-shelled bonbon begins with a "flavor-first" philosophy. While the glossy, hand-painted exteriors are visually...

Home + Design

Crafted with a Purpose

Thoughtful design meets luxury in beautifully crafted, high-quality closets. Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Catrina Maxwell | CatMax Photography With over 20 years of experience, Kari Sadeh and her team at Closets Design Studio   are redefining the art of custom closets. “My design philosophy is centered on creating truly custom spaces that are built around how each client lives.” As a female-owned business, Closets By Design brings a unique perspective to every project, combining...

Arts + Culture

The New Currency

Inside Atlanta’s Jewelry Market Article by Summer J. Robinson | Photography by KAPETT COLLECTIVE Spring has long been associated with renewal; a season of resetting priorities, refreshing routines and, increasingly, rethinking how we invest. While traditional portfolios often center on stocks and real estate, a growing number of investors are turning to something more tangible: jewelry. Equal parts personal adornment and financial asset, fine jewelry offers a unique intersection of beauty and...

Arts + Culture

Connection and Contribution

How volunteering nourishes us Article and Photography by Are you looking to truly connect with your community? Atlanta History Center has a variety of areas for volunteers to work with the public or behind-the-scenes, from special events to maintaining beautiful gardens and helping lead tours through the historic houses and exhibitions. We asked a few volunteers to share their experiences. "When I moved to Atlanta in 1996, one of the first things I did was visit Atlanta History Center. I...