Although I
consider LA my home now, Atlanta will always hold a special place in my
heart. I lived there for 24 years in the
same 35 mile radius. I grew up in
Roswell/Alpharetta, when to college downtown and lived in Virginia Highlands
& Buckhead before making the big move out west. Even though I only get back once or twice a
year max I have my list of must dos while I am visiting. They mainly revolve around food, go figure.
1. Noche,
Virginia
Highlands-I have had so
many wonderful memories here over their amazing sangria. This is where M and I had dinner the night he
proposed to me.
2. Mellow
Mushroom, The Avenues-If M and I can figure out a way to
franchise this place out here we will be instant millionaires, I’m convinced.
3. Ippolitos,
Norcross-I worked here for 3 years in college and
had the time of my life. There are many
days when I am super stressed out I think back to a simpler life of waiting
tables and how much I really loved it.
This mom and pop Italian food is to die for, but you could easily get
full on the garlic rolls.
4. The
Forum, Norcross-I
love this outdoor shopping area. It is
quaint, has my favorite store {J. Crew} and just feels like the south while
walking around. Also the landscape is
always perfect.
5. Tin
Lizzy’s, Buckhead-I have gotten wasted here more times than I can count. Such a fun spot to meet for happy hour and
their margaritas are super yummy!
6. Souper
Jenny’s, Buckhead-I used to work 5 minutes from this place
and totally regret not going more often.
They have the best sandwiches and soups.
If you don’t go here what a-shame.
7.The
Grandparents House, Cumming-Each time we come home we spend one afternoon chatting with
M’s 80+ grandparents and their puppy Molly.
They want to hear all about life in LA, what we are up to and tell us all
the family gossip. It is so fun to
hangout and get our quality time in.
8. Murphy’s,
Virginia
Highlands-This place is
iconic VH. Their brunch is to die
for. You might have to wait forever, but
trust me it is worth it.
9. Chick-Fil-A,
Everywhere-Yes, I know I
might get some flack for this, but you don’t grow up in Atlanta without loving
Chick-fil-a. Breakfast, lunch or dinner
it is amazing anytime of the day, except for Sunday which is when I always want
it.
10. Our
Parents House, Alpharetta/Johns Creek-It’s a tie. I couldn’t pick one over the other, which
would start world war three.
Kidding. There is something about
being home for the holidays that makes me so happy. Seeing our family, friends, wide street
lanes, lots of greenery and manners makes it feel like home. We don’t have any plans of ever living in the
south again so we have to enjoy it while we can.
