Class Pass

Hey, Atlanta. Class Pass has finally come to Atlanta! For just $79-99 a month, you can work out at any of the gyms they're partnered with up to three times per month. We're talking boot camp classes, to barre, to cycling - the list goes on. And $99 is great when you're considering paying upwards of $250 per gym per month.

Here are some of the participating Atlanta studios: 

Fly Wheel // Fly Barre // Pink Barre

Pure Barre // Crossfit // SALSAtlanta // Red Hot Yoga

The Pilates Edge // Kettlebell Fitness

...and lots more!

Purchase yours here. And let me know if you're going! I'd love to have a workout buddy.

Drybar

You all know I'm a huge advocate of treating yourself, so when the opportunity arose for my work pal, Rebecca, and I to visit Drybar we hopped on that train in the blink of an eye.

Getting that blow out experience once a month should be a guilty pleasure for every woman, in my opinion, along with a nice gel manicure and a new pair of jeans. Having someone wash and style my hair is something I usually only experience a few times a year when it's time to get a haircut, so if I can have the same experience with a glass of wine and not snipping the ends off my hair its a definite win!

All the products they use smell ahhh-mazing, and their curling iron and hair dryer work like a dream.

I just wish I could have made this blow out last forever!

Get their flat iron, curling iron, hair dryer, or products!

Thoughts? Have you ever been to Drybar?

Dine-In 52: Numbers Seven & Eight

Tag-teaming this one, folks. Why? I've got a pair of sister restaurants to tell you about! 

St. Cecilia's dining room (Image via)

St. Cecilia's fun/two-story barscape! (Image via)

King + Duke's rustic barscape! (Image via)

King + Duke (Image via)

St. Cecilia: 3455 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, 30326

King + Duke: 3060 Peachtree Rd NW, W Paces Ferry Rd, Atlanta 30305

To be frank, neither of these two beauties are fresh on my mind. But, I will tell you, if you have never been and you aren't afraid to try food that is a bit different (hello, whole fish head on my plate) this place is a must-try.

Both of these are owned by Atlanta (legendary) restauranteur Ford Fry who also owns JCT Kitchen, No. 246, and The Optimist (all three of which I'm dying to go to), and I think he's got it really figured out. St. Cecilia is located just across from Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza in the Pinnacle building in Buckhead, and is a mix of food between the Italian-based No. 246 and the Seafood-based The Optimist. King + Duke is just down Peachtree and offers some exquisite wood-fired cuisine, I must say. And, if you don't like brussels sprouts or bone marrow, just go to either of these restaurants and I promise you will change your mind. Especially on the bone marrow.

St. Cecilia and King + Duke are great places for date night, dinner out with friends, even great lunch spots! They're also not bad for sighting manly lumberjack-esque waiters. Chef tables and private rooms are also available, but all the fun is really down in the busy dining rooms! But trust me when I say this, prepare to bring your wallet or owe your loved-one a big kiss at the end of the night, because these menus aren't cheap.

St. Cecilia Facebook // Twitter // Yelp // Menu

King + Duke  Facebook // Twitter // Yelp // Menu


"I want to create restaurants that strike a timeless emotional cord. Restaurants that don't pander to trend, but draw generations of family together" - Ford Fry

Lately...

[Media Planners by day, Cards Against Humanity by Night.]

WEARING // Tommy Hilfiger riding boots (they're on sale!), GAP Always Skinnies, Columbia vest, Bean Boots, Vineyard Vines cap (no shame in covering up nappy hair on Saturday!)

WATCHING // How To Get Away With Murder, I'm hooked!! But really, who killed the husband?! I guess we'll find out next week.

WONDERING // if my neighbors can hear me jamming to Spotify through the walls

LISTENING // speaking of Spotify...

TRYING // less sweets; early morning runs

READING // Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn; She Reads Truth

OBSESSING OVER // Dotted Tusk Jewelry; this jacket; this Tori Burch bag

REMEMBERING // "Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun." Psalm 37:3-6; Been having more quiet time lately, and I'm loving getting to know God's word again.




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Dine-in Check-in: Number Six

Can I just say how much I loved Nuevo Laredo? I always say I could eat Mexican food every day for the rest of my life, but wow. The walls are covered in timeless photos of legends that have dined there just like you and me, and the food was just absolutely killer. And, I accidentally may or may not have started a mini debate on my Instagram on if it was the best Mexican joint/had the best margaritas in Atlanta. Oops.

Check out their Facebook and Twitter!

Dine In 52: Muss & Turner's // Atlanta Fish Market

If you had asked me where the last two weeks have gone I wouldn't have been able to tell you. Lots of exciting things are headed this way though! Because I've been slacking I'm doubling up on this Dine In post, and I have many, many more to come!

NUMBER THREE:

Where: Muss & Turner's

Address: 1675 Cumberland Pkwy SE #309, Smyrna, GA 30080

When: end of August // beginning of September

The Scene: Casual Tuesday evening dinner

Sometimes we like to discover new things in Bryant's neck of the woods. My cousins that live in the area strongly suggested this homey dive, and it didn't disappoint! Everything on their menu was delicious. I settled on their Swifty's Dream sandwhich (pulled pork), Bryant had the Gobbler, and we split a large huge order of fries.

What makes Muss and Turner's even better? Their desserts and Elenor's. You'll have to go to see what I'm talking about.

M&T Insta // Facebook // Twitter

NUMBER FOUR:

Where: Atlanta Fish Market

Address: 265 Pharr Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

When: September 10, 2014

The Scene: DATE NIGHT!

He spoils me. That's all. My personal opinion? The hype makes it seem overly fancy, but they can whip up a helluva fish plate. Pick whatever fresh fish they have to offer and get it prepared however you like - or get the lobster. Everything on that menu rocks.

AFM Facebook // Twitter

**Muss and Turner's photos via Muss and Turner's Instagram account.

Dine In 52, Number 2: Rosebud

image via

what: Rosebud

where: 1397 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

the scene: industry dinner, wine galore

It seems all I do is eat. Advertising folks should be called Professional Diners because I haven't stopped eating at new places since I started. This definitely isn't my second new Atlanta dive since the 1st, but I'm convincing myself I'll be back for more at just about every place we visit.

I have had so many friends tell me about Rosebud in the Virginia Highland neighborhood of Atlanta, and I finally had the chance to attend. Yesterday some coworkers and I attended a James Brown themed 5 course dinner for a networking event, and it was the most amazing dinner - with a different wine paired for each course and a really cool twist on some southern favorites.

On the menu included:
"Hot Pants Red Bean Soup"
"Crispy Mother Popcorn Shrimp"
"Try Me-Twice Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs" (with grits!)
"Make It Funky Oyster Dressing Stuffed Pork Loin"
"Out of Sight Sweet Potato Ice Cream Sundae"

Rosebud is the kind of place that draws people in, and makes you feel as if you've known everyone for years. They seem to really focus on having a great time with music, drink, and your neighbor. The chef came out to greet us, and the vibe he gave off showed just how passionate he is about his work. I heard they have the best brunch in Atlanta, so I just might have to go back.

You can follow Rosebud on Facebook, and their hilarious chef/owner Ron Eyester on Twitter and Instagram!

Your thoughts on Rosebud? Have you ever been?

Dine In 52, Number 1: Jeni's

what: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

where: 1198 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318

the scene: A rainy Saturday night; after dinner at Taqueria del Sol

I've been (probably annoyingly) begging Bryant to take me to Jeni's for the past few weeks. I had tried a bite of their chocolate ice cream that a friend had brought home before, but that didn't prepare me for what I would experience in person: The flavors! The waffle cones! The industrial design!

I settled on salted caramel and dark chocolate while Bryant got adventurous with goat cheese & cherry and sweet corn & raspberry (eek!). And after trying a bite of my friend Dawn's coffee flavored pick I think I've decided my next few combinations.

Jeni's is in the Westside Provisions district adjacent to JCT Kitchen and Bar and Ann Mashburn and Sid Mashburn. A super cute area that would take all my money in a heartbeat if I wasn't careful.