Food + Beverage

Thanksgiving To-Go

Get ready for Turkey Day with our local businesses. Article by Brandon Malcolm That fall feeling is in full swing around Decatur. There’s a nip in the air, the scarecrows are out, and the cider is flowing. All of that means one thing: Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Whether you’re keeping it low-key, hosting the family, or cooking for the whole neighborhood this year, Decatur’s local businesses have you covered with everything from seasonal snacks, to perfect wine pairings and full...

Wellness

Nature Needs Heroes

The Dearborn Area Nature Alliance routinely removes invasive species to restore a healthy ecosystem - and they need your help. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Caroline Ficken Nestled between the Midway Woods and Dearborn Heights neighborhoods is one of Decatur’s finest residential amenities: Dearborn Park, a leftover jewel of the Piedmont region. This wholly natural setting is a rare piece of land that contains fragments of other continents from underwater collisions millions of years...

Professional Services

An Enduring Legacy of Care

A.S. Turner & Sons helps families find gratitude in remembrance. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Jonathan Wade For nearly 125 years, the name A.S. Turner & Sons has been woven into the heart of Decatur. Families return to the funeral home not only for its services, but for its place in their lives: a space where snapshots of love, grief and remembrance are etched into the soul of the building.  “People will walk in and tell me, ‘My daddy was here, my grandmother was here, I remember...

Fitness

Capoeira in the Square

Maculelê Capoeira School brings rhythm, tradition, and community to Decatur. Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Jonathan Wade If you’ve ever wandered through Decatur Square and heard the pulse of drums spilling from the Core Dance studio, you weren’t overhearing a band rehearsal or drum circle. That sound belongs to Maculelê Capoeira, Atlanta’s first and longest-running capoeira school. Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art which incorporates music, dance, and acrobatics to...

Food + Beverage

The World Brought Home

Fresh is the point at Your DeKalb Farmers Market. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Zelalem Midekssa Founder and CEO Robert Blazer came to Atlanta nearly 50 years ago with little capital but a clear plan: buy directly from growers and sell directly to customers. He started small—a modest greenhouse open Thursday through Sunday, with no real refrigeration, selling out each night and reloading by week’s end. In 1986, the market relocated to its current home, and its vision expanded...

Food + Beverage

Art on The Plate

Takumi Creates a Vibrant Sushi Experience Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Ben May A noteworthy sushi experience requires a few specific elements coming together just right: the fish has to be fresh and properly sourced, the sushi chef seasoned and in tune with their ingredients and customers, and the environment, welcoming and set up for quality and success.  At Takumi Cuisine, the elements perfectly align to create an ideal sushi destination.  Opening in 2023 on WestPonce de...

Food + Beverage

Haunting Spirits

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with La Chiquiada’s vibrant, haunting cocktails. Article and Photography by Caroline Ficken 1. Brujita – Dark, tangy, and mysterious; lime, tequila, and charcoal magic. 2. Vampire’s Kiss – Smoky mezcal with pomegranate, lime, seductive and blood-red. 3. La Llorona – Smoky chipotle tequila, sweet blackberry, tart lime; hauntingly delicious. 4. Eye Put a Spell on You – Gin, lime, eyeballs; enchanting, playful, magically mischievous cocktail.

Food + Beverage

An Ecological and Culinary Wonder

LANDLOCKED, a joint venture by Oyster South and Kimball House, celebrates the oyster farmers keeping our Gulf coastlines clean and clear. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Andrew Thomas Lee Oysters are a dynamic delicacy, yet they are far more than a luxurious (and delicious) food item. Oysters work overtime, enhancing coastal environments by filtering water, boosting clarity, and creating habitats for other creatures. Their benefits cannot be overstated, which is why Atlantic and Gulf...

Life + Culture

Where History Lives

Decatur Cemetery’s past and present intertwine. Article by Brooke Felder | Photography by John Wachs Tucked into the heart of one of Georgia’s busiest cities lies an unexpected sanctuary. The Decatur Cemetery was established in 1823 and is now a sprawling 58-acre sanctuary where the past and present converge. It’s not only Decatur’s oldest public burial ground, but also its largest downtown green space, offering a peaceful blend of history, ecology, and community.   Cemetery Specialist, Zack...

Style + Beauty

Keep On Rolling

Decatur’s beloved soapbox race drives fun and support for local kids. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Monica Conlin Photography Gravity does the driving at the Madison Ave Derby, and for one day each fall, a quiet Oakhurst street transforms into the most joyful racetrack in Decatur. There’s no roaring engine or smell of exhaust here, just the whir of wheels, bursts of laughter, and the occasional cheer as a handmade soapbox car barrels downhill toward the finish. Now in its 14th...