The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be here before we know it, and Atlanta will once again be in the spotlight for a huge international sporting event. I was General Manager of Atlanta Fish Market in the heart of Buckhead in 1996 as Atlanta hosted the Olympic Games, so I realize what an impact this event will have on the city. Atlanta has hosted many big events over the years, and we … [Read more...] about Atlanta’s Suburbs are Ready to Show Off for World Cup Visitors
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Aria and Mujō’s Chef Harris Named James Beard Finalists
In March, the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award nominee finalists for 2026 were announced. The James Beard Awards represent the pinnacle of culinary recognition in the US. Since their inception in 1990, the Restaurant and Chef Awards have made icons out of the nation's top restaurant and bar professionals. The winners will be celebrated at the James … [Read more...] about Aria and Mujō’s Chef Harris Named James Beard Finalists
UMI to Open New York City Location
UMI Japanese Modern, announced its forthcoming New York City debut. Set to open in Fall 2026, the 4000 square feet, UMI NYC will feature a main dining room, sushi bar, private dining room and an intimate omakase room. The space is designed by internationally French design firm Gilles & Boissier. Their vision for UMI NYC takes a distinctly modern and material focused … [Read more...] about UMI to Open New York City Location
Hundredfold Brasserie Comes to The Battery Atlanta
The Battery Atlanta will welcome Hundredfold, a new American brasserie from Patina Group and James Beard Award-winning Chef Timothy Hollingsworth this fall. Set to open in Five Ballpark Center, home of Truist Securities, Hundredfold will offer a refined yet approachable dining experience, pairing French culinary technique with familiar American flavors. The concept builds on … [Read more...] about Hundredfold Brasserie Comes to The Battery Atlanta
Amasa Mexican Kitchan to Open in Alpharetta
Amasa Mexican Kitchen, a new sister restaurant to Atlanta’s Chichería Mexican Kitchen, is set to open in summer 2026 at City Center in downtown Alpharetta. “Bringing Amasa to Alpharetta is incredibly exciting for us,” said owner Juan Calle. “We’re building on what guests already love about Chichería while introducing new experiences, from our … [Read more...] about Amasa Mexican Kitchan to Open in Alpharetta
Zaxbys Welcomes New CFO Michael Dixon
Chicken chain Zaxbys announced the appointment of Michael Dixon as its new Chief Financial Officer beginning March 30. Dixon will serve as a key member of Zaxbys executive leadership team reporting to Bernard Acoca, Chief Executive Officer at Zaxbys and guiding Zaxbys through the company’s nationwide expansion. “Mike’s demonstrated success in accelerating and scaling … [Read more...] about Zaxbys Welcomes New CFO Michael Dixon
Anne Quatrano to Debut Casual Daytime Restaurant This Spring
This spring, Chef Anne Quatrano will debut Summerland, her new fine-casual daytime restaurant located in Atlanta’s forthcoming Upper West Market — a vibrant indoor farmer’s market created to bring regional farmers and producers into the heart of the city. Named after Quatrano’s fifth-generation, 60-acre family farm in Cartersville, Summerland will reflect her deep-rooted … [Read more...] about Anne Quatrano to Debut Casual Daytime Restaurant This Spring
2026 Georgia Grown Executive Chefs Announced
Nine new Executive Chefs were chosen for the Georgia Grown program in 2026, and they were announced by Commissioner Tyler Harper of the Georgia Department of Agriculture and Stephanie Fisher, President and CEO of the Georgia Restaurant Association, at the Capitol on State Restaurant Day March 9. The Georgia Grown Executive Chef program is a statewide initiative designed to … [Read more...] about 2026 Georgia Grown Executive Chefs Announced
