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Atlanta’s 2026 pop-up dining scene: Traveling dinner parties, omakase and more
New concepts are always appearing. Here are seven Atlanta pop-ups to check out this year.
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A barbecue breakup at Owens & Hull and more from the Atlanta dining scene
The owners of Palo Santo will take over the former Lure space in Midtown, Wild Heaven Avondale celebrates soup season and more.
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Ponce City Market food hall turnover is strategic, developer says
"In any major food environment, turnover is healthy," says Adam Schwegman, head of retail leasing for Jamestown, Ponce City Market’s developer.
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Visit Midtown’s suave, sexy Celestia before it sets social media on fire
From its perch atop Midtown Atlanta’s Spring Quarter development, Celestia already has a literal leg up in the restaurant scene.
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Midtown Italian restaurant Alici Oyster Bar has closed
Chef and owner Pat Pascarella plans a new concept in the restaurant’s space at the Midtown Promenade shopping center.
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Spaghetti squash shines in Capolinea’s Burrata con Zucca
High quality olive oil and burrata make the recipe for Capolinea's burrata with spaghetti squash special enough for a birthday celebration.
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Canned white beans deliver an easy, healthy one-skillet meal
This healthy and nutritious white bean skillet recipe could help keep those New Year’s resolutions alive.
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New year shakes up metro Atlanta dining scene, and more local restaurant happenings
Multiple restaurants announced expanded hours, an Ethiopian pop-up opened in a new food hall, and a local pizza brand announced it would soon be available in Costco.
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‘Musty’ Atlanta water creates pain point for metro area restaurants
Musty tap water in metro Atlanta is linked to algae in Lake Lanier, impacting restaurants, coffee, fountain drinks and more.
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How to drink well in 2026
Jerry and Krista Slater set their intentions for how they hope to enjoy wine, spirits and nonalcoholic beverages in the new year.





















