We are so lucky to have a state so rife with humane farms and sustainable growers—and, of course, with that comes incredible farmer’s markets in nearly every neighborhood in Georgia. Here are three of our favorites we recommend hitting this season: Photo courtesy of Community Farmers Markets Name of...
Let your spirit soar with these high-flying festivals happening in Georgia this year!
Sure, Georgia may be famous for sweet peaches, but the state also lays claim to dozens of incredible farmers, growing everything from pasture-raised meats to succulent strawberries and blueberries. Take a look at some of the star products from Georgia farms. Jaemor Farms’ Strawberries No trip to...
North of Atlanta, in Georgia's Appalachian foothills and on your way to the Chattahoochee National Forest, you’ll find acres upon acres of vineyards. Here are five reasons why you need to make a trip to North Georgia wineries this summer. 1. Do it for the nostalgia Wineries like Cavender Creek...
Georgia is known for many things—the world’s largest aquarium, America’s favorite soda, sweet and juicy peaches and a burgeoning film scene, to name a few. Add to the list: artisanal, craft food products made from locally-sourced ingredients sure to please any palette. Take a look at four of our...
Things are just peachy here in Georgia even when the beloved official state fruit is out of season. Here are 10 things you might not have known about the peaches that call Georgia home. 1. The U.S. Department of Agriculture ranks Georgia as one of the top four peach-producing states, along with...
A smear of honey butter, a dollop of peach oil and a splash of red wine. We could be talking about some of the best plates at local restaurants, but in fact, these are some of the key ingredients in the state’s top spa treatments. Take a look at some of our favorite made-from-scratch spa rituals...
Get to know the best of Blue Ridge, 90 minutes north of Atlanta. Chase waterfalls with the Fannin County Chamber of Commerce’s recommendations for easy access to some of nature’s finest accomplishments. Hike along an easy 2-mile stretch of the Appalachian and Benton MacKaye Trails to Long Creek...
Why wait in line at Starbucks when there are dozens of incredibly delicious local coffee roasters sprinkled throughout the state? Next time you need that caffeine jolt, head to one of our favorite Georgia roasters: Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters Batdorf & Bronson (Atlanta): Though this company...
Pioneering and proudly Southern, the Allman Brothers Band was offered every opportunity — and actively encouraged — to move to either Los Angeles or New York City. Instead, it chose to remain true to its roots, making Macon and its environs both a physical and spiritual home for one of the more...