Ashley Topham

Gwinnett’s foodie scene is unmatched! From international bites to Southern favorites, our county has made a name for itself as a culinary destination. For burger lovers, you’ll find no shortage of incredible creations that push the bounds of what’s considered the perfect savory stack. In fact, Gwinnett’s burger scene just got upgraded with Local Republic’s Celine Dijon, a creative and tasty burger that’s worth the hype. Local Republic is a Southern gastropub located in Lawrenceville.

The Fernbank Museum of Natural History has officially declared that this summer will be Dinosaur Summer. That could mean checking out a book on your favorite dinosaur or curling up to watch your favorite Jurassic Park movie. But if you’re serious about making the most of your Dinosaur Summer, then you need to check out Fernbank’s immersive film T.rex, museum nights and most of all — their new exhibit T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator.

Coffee shops from around Gwinnett are starting to release their curated summer drinks! This season, we’re seeing a variety of trending flavors at our favorite spots, including fruity favorites like mango and banana. For this week’s Thirsty Thursday feature, we’re highlighting the new Banana Cream Matcha from Warm Waves in Suwanee! When you think of the perfect matcha latte, what flavor comes to mind?