The Food · October 7, 2026
The Fried Chicken Lover's Guide to Atlanta
Great fried chicken in Atlanta comes down to four things: crust, seasoning, heat, and sides. How to judge all four, and where to eat it in East Lake.
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Neighborhood guides, food hall know-how, and what's happening at Vela Park. Written from East Lake, for the people who eat here.
Occasions · September 14, 2026
Atlanta Date Night Ideas That Are Not Dinner and a Movie
Date night ideas in Atlanta that beat dinner and a movie: trivia for two, live music on the lawn, a tasting menu from six kitchens, and dessert after.
Occasions · September 7, 2026
Dog Friendly Restaurants in Atlanta: Where the Patio Comes With a Park
Most Atlanta patios allow dogs. Fewer are built for one. Four tests a patio has to pass, and why room to move matters more than the menu.
Occasions · August 24, 2026
The 19th Hole: Things to Do During the TOUR Championship, Off the Course
Things to do during the TOUR Championship once you are off the course, August 26 to 30 in East Lake, from putting green games to live music and a DJ set.
Food Hall Life · August 18, 2026
What Is a Food Hall? And What Makes Vela Park Different
A food hall is independent kitchens under one roof with shared seating and a bar. How they work, how they beat food courts, and what makes Vela Park different.
East Lake & Beyond · August 17, 2026
Where to Eat During the TOUR Championship: An East Lake Local's Guide
Heading to the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club? A local's guide to eating well minutes from the gates, with six kitchens, a full bar, and a park.