Food + Beverage

The Making of Hershey's

America's Sweetest Name with an Even Sweeter Cause Article by Catherine James This Valentine's Day, loved ones across the country will receive boxes of smooth, silky confections donning names like Cadbury, Godiva, Ghiradelli, Ferrero, Lindt and the like. But only one can take credit for America's chocolate obsession, paving the way for dozens more to earn their rightful place on grocery store shelves in centuries to come. That name is Hershey. But chocolatier Milton Hershey is responsible for...

Local Services

To Have and To Fold

Live, love more with one less chore at Tumble & Dry. Article by Danielle Bartling Many modern luxuries, from grocery delivery to rideshare, started as necessities that someone, somewhere, dared to innovate. Laundry service, however, was long overdue for a spin—until Tumble & Dry turned the tide.   Andrew Lucas first dreamed of owning a laundromat as a source of passive income to spend more time with his wife, Frances, and their son, Drew, who is on the autism spectrum, and to create an...

Beauty

The Nightmare Turns Dream:

Cody Rhodes on Wrestling, Roswell & Building Champions of Tomorrow Article by Tran Bui | Photography by Gina Hoffman of Vision PR Cody Rhodes, known to fans worldwide as “The American Nightmare,” is living his dream—or perhaps rewriting it. Born and raised in East Cobb, the Undisputed WWE Champion has carved his own path in professional wrestling while honoring the legacy of his father, the legendary WWE Hall of Famer “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes. Cody’s journey from wrestling royalty...

Food + Beverage

Experience the "New" Zest locally here in Roswell

With a New Menu and Look, There's Something for Everyone Article by Katheryn Broderick Zest Sushi & Small Plates in Roswell, GA, has undergone an exciting brand transformation, with a new logo, look inside the dining room and menu. Blending modern sophistication with a welcoming vibe, the refreshed interior features sleek finishes, soft lighting, and warm tones, creating a chic yet cozy atmosphere. Zest boasts the largest patio on Canton Street, making it the perfect spot for a casual night...

Life + Culture

Ashley Curling's Audible Artistry

One Roswell Arts Fund member brings color and life through her operatic voice Article by Wendy Edwards Soprano Opera singer, Ashley Curling has perfected her operatic sound through education, experience and practice, becoming a professional opera singer. Did you always know you wanted to be a professional opera singer?   I have always loved music, and loved to sing. I sang in many choirs as a child and I could nearly always be heard, no matter how many singers were in the choir or how softly...

Health + Wellness

Hydration Meets Healing

Experience a family-driven mission at wHydrate Article by Tran Bui | Photography by Morgan Melnikova In a world where self-care is more than a trend, staying hydrated goes beyond just drinking water. For Morgan Melnikova, Operating Owner of wHydrate Roswell, it’s a personal mission turned family endeavor. Morgan and her mother Tiffany Hedrick opened wHydrate Roswell in May 2022. “This is deeply meaningful to our family. The business was founded by my uncle in 2017 after my grandmother was...

Entertainment

Loving Life as Marietta's own Country Music Star

Stream Ava Connell’s fiery new single “It’ll Buff” for your next jam session Article by Sidney Kate Lewis When she finally managed to take a break between shows and recording, I had the pleasure of chatting with Ava Connell, the 19-year-old from Marietta who is taking the country music industry by storm.  Despite not having first taken the stage at Eddie’s Attic in Atlanta until she was fourteen, it was nine years prior when her dreams first formed, and she knew what she wanted to be when she...

Life + Culture

Love them with a Plant

Perfect Plants for Presents and Gift Giving Article and Photography by Costa Farms Plants make the best gifts! They are long-lasting, healthful, thoughtful presents for housewarmings, dinner parties, and birthdays . No one has plant allergies (you can’t say that about foods). No one has given up plants because they are trying to cut calories (you can’t say that about chocolates). Plants are just beautiful and joyous. Read here about four plants that can make great gifts for those you love. ...

Life + Culture

Local Roswell school receives high recognition

Atlanta Academy Honored as 2024 National Blue Ribbon School Article by Roswell City Lifestyle Staff Atlanta Academy is proud to announce its recognition as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School, an esteemed honor awarded by the U.S. Department of Education to schools demonstrating exceptional academic performance or significant progress in closing achievement gaps. In celebration of this achievement, Mayor Kurt Wilson declared Thursday, November 14, 2024, as Atlanta Academy Day, recognizing the...

Education

Roswell Roots Festival is back!

Announcing the Full Event Lineup for the 24th Annual The Roswell Roots Festival 2025 A Month-long Celebration of Black History Article by Roswell City Lifestyle Satff The City of Roswell, Roswell Cultural Arts and Roswell Roots Committee, proudly present an impressive array of 24 events celebrating Black experience in art, education, history, cultural, and performance. Now in its 24th year, Roswell Roots 2025 is January 30th through February 23rd.  This month long festival brings our diverse...