Travel

Biloxi Bound

Play, Pampering, and Performance Are All Within Reach at This Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem Article by Shandra Hill Smith | Photography by Doug Smith     By Shandra Hill Smith When you travel to Biloxi, Mississippi, you can count on relaxing views of the Gulf of Mexico, entertainment and activities for the whole family, plenty of good eating, and more. Biloxi’s Beau Rivage Resort, a roughly 5.5-hour drive from Atlanta, offers all of the above and proved the ideal getaway for my family of...

Food + Beverage

Mya and Maci Nelson

The Family That Bakes Together at Cakin' with MnM Article by Gabrielle Latimore What began as a Sunday baking lesson among sisters Mya and Maci Nelson and their father, Quentin Nelson, aka "The Cake Doc," has blossomed into a successful business, Cakin' with MnM. Coming from five generations of bakers in his family, Quentin made a mission to pass down the baking tradition to his daughters, starting them in the kitchen as young as 3 and 5.  By 2018, the Nelson family’s Sunday ritual included...

Education

The Place Everyone Belongs

Your Fulton County Library and One Book, One Read Photography by Courtesy of Fulton County Library System Across Fulton County, libraries are doing far more than lending books—they’re building bridges. Libraries serve as gathering spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to learn, connect, and grow. From story time circles filled with laughter to lively book clubs and technology workshops, the 34 Fulton County library branches are cornerstones of community life. They are...

Life + Culture

Le Dîner en Blanc Atlanta

Secret Soiree at Pullman Yards Article by Jasmine Tiffany | Photography by Bob Mackey Photography and Yoshi the Shooter On October 4, 2025, Atlanta transformed into a vision of white for Le Dîner en Blanc , the city’s most anticipated secret soirée. This year’s event was nothing short of magical. It was a celebration of community, culture, and creativity that truly captured the essence of this global phenomenon. Guests arrived at the undisclosed location, stepping into a curated space filled...

Life + Culture

Comfort & Joy

Holiday Traditions Shine Brightly at The St.Regis Atlanta Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by The St. Regis Atlanta This holiday season, no one celebrates with more grace and grandeur than The St. Regis Atlanta . Here, timeless sophistication meets festive magic at the city’s most distinguished address. Every moment feels intentional, every detail a gesture of joy. The result is a season wrapped in warmth, elegance, and timeless memories longing to be created. The lobby glows in...

Home + Design

Festive Flair

Ways to Make Your Home Sparkle for the Holidays Article by Natasha Brown, Principal Designer of Design Duo Interiors | Photography by Courtesy of Design Duo The holiday season has a way of inviting magic into our homes- the scent of pine, the glow of candlelight, and the sparkle that turns casual spaces into cozy retreats. At Design Duo Interiors, we believe that festive decorating should feel as beautiful as it does festive. It’s not about adding more, but about adding layering and thoughtful...

Local Services

Christmas Shopping? Shop Local!

SoFu Gift Guide 2025 Article by Erikka Searles Mitchell and Michelle Taylor WIllis It’s gift giving season! Here in SoFu we love to shop local ! Going to pick up that special gift at Heart 2 Home right beside Publix is quicker than Amazon! Get it TODAY! And we love our local authors and entrepreneurs! Here are a few great selections for everyone on your list! Heart2Home Gifts 1. Mary Square Magnetic Cake Stand or Wreath with  Interchangeable Bows $ 9-60 2. For a Pink and Green Christmas...

Life + Culture

Don't Wait for Giving Tuesday!

GreyStone Gives Back! Article and Photography by November is here, and that means it’s almost Giving Tuesday, which falls on Dec. 2, 2025, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. On this day, millions of Americans unite to support nonprofits across the country, donating billions to causes that strengthen their communities. At GreyStone, members don’t have to wait for Giving Tuesday to make a difference. Through the Operation Round Up® program, members can give back every month by rounding up their...

Arts + Culture

Behind the Lens

BronzeLens Film Festival Artistic Director Deidre McDonald Article by Gabrielle Latimore | Photography by Courtesy of BronzeLens Before the lights, camera, action of BronzeLens, the founding artistic director of the BronzeLens Film Festival was a girl from Washington, DC, who loved to read. Her love for the arts was shaped by her mother, an aspiring actress, who immersed Deidre McDonald in a variety of artistic experiences from an early age. Film was not initially her interest, but stories...

Arts + Culture

Behind the Magic of Luzia

Cirque du Soleil Performers Olivia Aepli and Terrance Robinson Article by Gabrielle Latimore | Photography by Matt Beard 2016 Cirque du Soleil Cirque Du Soleil's Luzia is a one-of-a-kind experience described as "a surrealist escape to an imaginary Mexico," with its blend of visuals, acrobatics, and water effects that represent themes such as culture and nature. Yet, the true magic behind the show is its performers, such as Olivia Aepli and Terrance Robinson, who have put in hard work to make...