Restaurateur and venture capitalist Shane Corrodus is serious about the vision of his new restaurant, Elevation Kitchen & Cocktails, located in Conyers on Stigman Rd. The name was chosen to accompany the vibe of the venue, accentuated by art, a chef’s menu, well-appointd patio and a member’s cigar lounge. Corrodus hopes to inspire many business deals in the space by … [Read more...] about New Conyers Restaurant Aims to Appeal to Professional Crowd
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Ela in Virginia-Highland Announces New Executive Chef
Gizzy Rawlins has been appointed executive chef of Ela Mediterranean Restaurant in Virginia-Highland. Raised in Decatur, Rawlins enrolled at Le Cordon Bleu in Atlanta in 2009, which led to her first kitchen role in a French bistro. She soon became the first female line cook at Rathbun’s, eventually rising to lead sauté and sous chef before helping open KR … [Read more...] about Ela in Virginia-Highland Announces New Executive Chef
The Colonnade Set to Publish Commemorative Book for 100th Anniversary
The Colonnade, Atlanta’s second-oldest restaurant, is partnering with Ardmore Avenue Publishing to release a commemorative book ahead of the restaurant’s 100th anniversary. The book will be released ahead of the 2027 celebration and will be available for pre-order in late 2026. For nearly a century, The Colonnade, currently operating on Chesire Bridge Road in Atlanta, has … [Read more...] about The Colonnade Set to Publish Commemorative Book for 100th Anniversary
From Ashes to Action: MAD Hospitality Founder Leads Comeback After Devastating Fire
After a July fire tore through two historic buildings in downtown Madison, real estate developer, restaurateur and historic preservationist Preston Snyder is leading a recovery effort to revitalize the community. On Sunday, July 13, the blaze gutted Snyder’s downtown restaurant, Betty Gene’s, named after his late mother, along with the offices of his two companies, MAD … [Read more...] about From Ashes to Action: MAD Hospitality Founder Leads Comeback After Devastating Fire
Mellow Mushroom to Reopen Decatur Location as Flagship This Fall
Mellow Mushroom announced that its Decatur location, which is currently closed for renovations, will reopen this fall as a flagship store, with a new exterior and interior design. New features will include murals from local artist Ben Janik, refreshed bar and patio areas and a new dedicated to-go window. Mellow Mushroom, which was founded in Atlanta, has been … [Read more...] about Mellow Mushroom to Reopen Decatur Location as Flagship This Fall
Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill Will Reopen Ponce Location in Early 2026
Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill on Ponce De Leon Ave in Atlanta, a member of the La Bonanza Hospitality Group, will reopen in late 2025 or early 2026 following extensive renovations. The restaurant is currently closed on a temporary basis, following a kitchen hood fire that occurred in the early morning hours of June 1. La Bonanza has shared that the restaurant’s … [Read more...] about Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill Will Reopen Ponce Location in Early 2026
Chef Shaun Doty to Lead the Kitchen at Barnsley Resort’s New Restaurant Jules
Barnsley Resort in Adairsville has announced the appointment of Shaun Doty as Executive Chef for its new Southern-inspired restaurant, Jules. The restaurant will debut in late summer with a menu that draws inspiration from Southern traditions, Japanese cooking styles and European refinement. The dinner-only establishment represents the 3000-acre resort’s greatest culinary … [Read more...] about Chef Shaun Doty to Lead the Kitchen at Barnsley Resort’s New Restaurant Jules
2025 Rising Stars Celebrated in Style
The Rising Stars celebration lunch was held at Zakia restaurant in Buckhead on June 25. In a beautiful setting, each of the 2025 Rising Stars was honored and presented with a framed picture of the article written about them in Restaurant Informer. Two past Rising Stars, Pepe Fundora of Casa Nuova restaurant and Laura Orellana Martin of Osteria Mattone restaurant joined the … [Read more...] about 2025 Rising Stars Celebrated in Style










