Food + Beverage

Cultivating Community

at Arabia Mountain Vineyard Article by Tiffany C. Dilliard | Photography by Bob Mackey Arabia Mountain Vineyard began as a dream planted in familiar soil. “We have owned this land for more than 30 years,” says Owner Tim Starks.  “It was a visit to Napa Valley that made me realize we could create something special right here at Arabia Mountain.” Nearly 7 years ago, after careful research and preparation, the first vines were planted. “We worked through the pandemic with faith and...

Arts + Culture

RIZE

Atlanta Comes Together for Unforgettable Night of Creative Expression Article and Photography by RIZE: A Soul-Stirring Celebration lived up to its promise as "the turn up for everyone who refused to stay down," creating a genuine community where audience members were just as excited to see each other as they were to see this debut performance. Roughly 60 attendees gathered for an intimate celebration of Atlanta’s newest variety show. The energy in the room was undeniably positive - a...

Arts + Culture

Buy What You Like!

10 Tips for Collecting Art on a Shoestring Budget Article by Najee Dorsey  | Photography by Courtesy of Black Art in America 1. Buy What You Like Choose pieces that resonate with you personally—your collection should reflect your journey. Trends change, so focus on art that moves you. Act quickly when you find something you love and enjoy the hunt. 2. Prepare by Learning Immerse yourself in art books, articles, videos, and podcasts, especially on African American art. Visit galleries...

Travel

Taste and Tour

How to Spend 5 Days in Hamburg, Germany Article by Tomeka Jones Now is the time to pull out your travel bucket list and if Europe is on it, then I know the perfect little-known destination to visit. It’s Hamburg, the second largest city in Germany. Hamburg is home to one of the biggest ports in Europe: Speicherstadt, the largest warehouse district in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site; Rathaus (City Hall), a gorgeous neo-Renaissance building; and many more landmarks. The city also has...

Finance + Legal Services

Quick Money, Smart Decisions

Article by Glenda Walker Quick Money, Smart Decisions Do you get emails and letters promising, “Get money the same day!” or “Funding in 24 hours—no tax returns, no documents!”? Those ads are almost always for Merchant Cash Advances (MCAs). They’re quick, easy, and don’t require perfect credit—but before you sign, it’s worth knowing the full story. An MCA is not a regular loan, rather it is an advance on your future sales. You get a lump sum now, and the provider takes a fixed percentage of...

Life + Culture

Sean Rush

Healing Communities One Recipe at a Time Article by Juju Ramos Milwaukee is one of the nation’s fastest growing cities, but also one of its most divided. Nearly 40% of residents are Black, yet health and wealth gaps remain among the worst in the country. Diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease strike Black families hardest—fueled by limited access to fresh food and an over-reliance on processed meals. Sean Rush, founder of Modi Next and visionary behind Culinova Institute, believes the...

Health + Wellness

JaQuitta Williams’ Journey

Cancer Taught Me How to Live Article by Gabrielle Latimore It all started with just a shower. At the young age of 36, JaQuitta Williams, former news anchor and reporter at WSB-TV, was going through her usual shower routine like on any typical day. Using her exfoliating gloves, she felt a lump on her breast. With no family history and a commitment to living a healthy lifestyle, JaQuitta could not have imagined the news she’d receive a few weeks later while at work. Infiltrating carcinoma, or...

Life + Culture

Uncorking Authenticity

Larissa Dubose Redefines the Wine Experience Article by Juju Ramos | Photography by Bob Mackey For Larissa Dubose, Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), Certified Specialist of Wine (Society of Wine Educators), WSET Level 3, and Champagne Master Level (Wine Scholar Guild), wine isn’t just a drink. It’s a story. A legacy. A community in a glass. Her journey began in 2010 on the wholesaler side in Baltimore, but a trip to Napa Valley in 2012 sealed her future. “That trip changed my...

Local Services

Let’s Golf! It’s Fall!

Article by Joe Davis Fall golf in Georgia is like a sunset… magical, but fleeting. We do our best to soak it in, but the dormant grass of winter is inevitable. That’s why we have to take full advantage while we can! Luckily for South Fulton golfers, there are plenty of great options close to home. Let’s start nearby and work our way toward the Smoky Mountains. Interstate Highway I-20 might boast the best stretch of public golf around Atlanta: Chapel Hills, West Pines, Mirror Lake, and The...

Life + Culture

Stitch by Stitch

The Life and Legacy of Fancy Jones Article by Juju Ramos | Photography by Anthony Caldwell of @Diamonddistrictmediagroup   There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when thread meets vision, when hands move like memory, and when fabric stops being fabric and becomes something alive. That magic has a name: Fancy Jones. Born in Panama and raised in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Fancy is a master tailor celebrating her 20+ years of transforming fabric into legacy. She’s not just a tailor, she’s a...