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It's possible to drive into Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, from Dolly Parton's hometown of Sevierville without even realizing it....
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View as a gridComfortably Quirky
Simply Buckhead
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Personality Abounds at Local Three Kitchen & Bar. Craving contemporary American cuisine but in no mood for formality? You'll find kindred spirits at Local Three Kitchen & Bar. ...
Sense of Place
Simply Buckhead
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Escape the Ordinary at Brookhaven's Terra Terroir. My dining companion looked skeptically around the strip mall parking lot. She'd been promised a celebratory dinner. Here? Doubts vanished inside Brookhaven's award winning Terra Terroir. "Wow!" she gasped at each turn as we were escorted to a table....
Inspired Italian
Simply Buckhead
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At Pendolino, located in Chastain Market on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs, Chef-owner Kevin Maxey's menu is inspired by Italian fare with local ingredients....
Tortilla Time
Simply Buckhead
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Dig into fiery fun at Alma Cocina Buckhead.
Among my life philosophies: Everything tastes better in a tortilla.
At Alma Cocina Buckhead, I persuaded my husband to split a lunch order of two lechoncito (suckling pig) tacos so we could try other dishes, too. One bite into my taco, I began regretting every bite he took of his...
Soul Satisfying
Simply Buckhead
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Raise forks for the creative fare at 5Church Buckhead. A confession: Oysters are not my thing. My husband craves them, yet for some reason he refuses to order a starter of even six oysters without my promise to eat at least one. That has always been more than enough for me until I tried them at 5Church Buckhead...
Flavor Trip
Simply Buckhead
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Oaxaca brings Mexico's renowned gastronomic region to Chamblee.
Photo-ready dishes consistently pop out of the open kitchen at Oaxaca (wah-hah-kah) in Chamblee, often with vibrant colors and abundant garnishes. The artful presentations advertise the robust layers of aromas and flavors packed into each creation. Oaxaca uses familiar ingredients in its dishes that are rooted in...
Voilà Paris
Simply Buckhead
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A foodie's exploration of Paris, "The City of Love," can spark multiple feelings: fondness for a certain pastry, passion for a specific ingredient, a crush on a particular restaurant, obsession with a sauce or heart-fluttering wonder about what tasty discoveries lurk around the next corner....
Sail Away From Florida on Celebrity Cruises "Reflection" - Deep South Magazine
Deep South Magazine
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a gateway to the Caribbean.
Finer Diner
Simply Buckhead
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DIG INTO UPSCALE COMFORT FOOD AT ROSHAMBO. It can be a challenge to decide what to order off the menu at Roshambo, located in the Peachtree Battle Shopping Center. Every option reads like a temptation. Fortunately, help is at the ready: Decide with a quick game of "rock, paper, scissors."
Ciao Chow
Simply Buckhead
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IL GIALLO OSTERIA & BAR BRINGS ITALY'S PIEDMONT TO SANDY SPRINGS. Passionate, expressive, generous and eager to serve an abundance of handmade dishes: Traits commonly associated with Italian grandmothers can also be found at il Giallo Osteria & Bar in Sandy Springs. Two things are certain here: You can experience the love-through-food feeling.
Vive La France
Simply Buckhead
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Le Bibloquet brings a taste of France to Buckhead.
White tablecloths and petite flower arrangements on tables indoors and out. A couple kissing in a corner booth. Irresistible crusty baguettes and salty butter. Gentle whiffs of perfume, spice and smoke. Ladies in beautiful dresses. Sparkling glassware. A relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. Servers offering helpful menu recommendations. Whenever I think of my favorite little bistro in Paris, these memories flash through my mind. And it’s exactly what I experienced at Le Bilboquet at the center of Buckhead Village....
Fiesta Time
Simply Buckhead
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CHIDO & PADRE'S PAIRS FRESH BAJA MEX WITH A PARTY VIBE. Whether it's the sounds, aromas or sights that first hit you, prepare to be wowed when entering Chido & Padre's on East Andrews in Buckhead. When visiting any restaurant for the first time, it's my taste buds that I most hope to impress. Rarely does the decor grab my attention. But Chido & Padre’s beguiles in every direction.
Shop, Sip & Savor
Simply Buckhead
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Lucian Books and Wine engages all the senses.
When you arrive at Lucian Books and Wine at the corner of Pharr and Peachtree roads near Buckhead Village, expect a multisensory welcome. Clatters of various tones ring out from the kitchen, accompanied by wafts of enticing aromas....
Lofty Lodging
Columbia County Magazine
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A quirky treehouse resort climbs to new heights with its fun-filled forts and majestic mountain views. If your dream home has ever been a treehouse, the new Sanctuary Treehouse Resort in Sevierville, Tennessee likely exceeds even your most fantastical plans....
SOUTHERN STAR
Simply Buckhead
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SAVOR SENSATIONAL FLAVORS AT TWISTED SOUL COOKHOUSE & POURS! Think of soul food as basic, down-home cooking? Head to Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours on Atlanta's Westside for proof that even the most recognizable dishes can soar above expectations. Here, skillful chefs and bartenders routinely kick earthly ingredients into the stratosphere of deliciousness.
Star Quality
Simply Buckhead
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BE KIND AND UNWIND AT POSTINO WINECAFE! Though there's no shortage of wine and tapas options in Atlanta, Postino Buckhead embraces its quirkiness with charm that makes it a standout. Visit once and odds are you'll return. Postino is a casual restaurant born in Arizona with current locations in its home state plus....
High-Flying Flavors
Simply Buckhead
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FREE-SPIRITED CUISINE SOARS AT REDBIRD. Cardinals sing a variety of different tunes, enjoy an omnivorous diet, are fairly social and famously stylish-all traits that make the iconic songbird the perfect mascot for Redbird, the restaurant helmed by red-headed Chef Zeb Stevenson. Located in Westside Provisions District, Redbird occupies Bacchanalia's former space that now has a...
Pizza Powerhouse
Simply Buckhead
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In the right hands, the classic trio of tomatoes, cheese and bread can exceed taste expectations. Such was my recent experience at Antico Pizza Napoletana's original Westside location. One bite of the San Gennaro Neapolitan pizza, and I was swooning.
Vacation Vibes
Simply Buckhead
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A MEAL AT CANOE FEELS LIKE A LUXE GETAWAY! Desperately in need of a vacation but too buried under deadlines to take time off work? Book a table at Canoe. Whether you opt for brunch, lunch or dinner, you'll leave feeling much better than you did upon arrival.
What's New in the Land of Dolly Parton
Deep South Magazine
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A solid argument can be made that nobody embodies the Deep South better than Dolly Parton. A recent media-only event was held at the site of the star’s newest accommodation option being built near Dollywood. The construction of HeartSong Lodge & Resort was a key point of conversation, as was the newest addition at the neighboring DreamMore Resort and the Parton family’s support of the American Chestnut Foundation. ...
Dog-Friendly Spots in Frankfort, Kentucky
VisitFrankfort.com
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Going on vacation doesn’t mean you have to leave your dog behind. Frankfort is full of dog-friendly places to play and eat.
Spirited Ambiance - Gypsy Kitchen
Simply Buckhead
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Gypsy Kitchen blends Spanish and Moroccan flavors with a lively vibe.
Climb the stairs or ride the elevator up to Gypsy Kitchen in the Buckhead Village District for an automatic mood lift. Arriving feels like joining a party, and whether you sit indoors or on the rooftop patio, you'll be surrounded by a lively, upbeat vibe. ...
Poetic Plates -- Dazzling Persian Fare at Rumi's Kitchen
Simply Buckhead
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Order extra when visiting Rumi's Kitchen Sandy Springs; trust me. It's not essential: The portions are generous. Still, go ahead and get a medley of appetizers and extra entrees. You owe it to yourself to sample as many dishes as possible. You'll never regret leftovers. ...