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Indian Summer
As summer fades into fall, event planner and design impresario Keith Robinson takes al fresco dining onto the fields of Foxhall
Originally published: October 2011
The Help
Atlanta author Kathryn Stockett’s best-selling novel hits the big screen, putting 1960s Southern style in focus
Originally published: September 2011
CDA’s Down Home Derby takes in a Big Win
Originally published: August 2011
The Best Lawn Party in Georgia
Originally published: August 2011
Bluegrass Bourbon & BBQ
Originally published: August 2011
10 under 40
Originally published: April 2011
Charlotte Moss
With yet another timeless tome fresh off the presses, as well as a book signing in town this month, the divine designer—and one-time Atlantan—is busier than ever
Originally published: April 2011
Blackberry Bliss
A Celebrated Chef Tames a Southern Favorite
Originally published: April 2011
Owen Southwell
This month’s installment of our occasional series on Atlanta’s forgotten architects features Atlanta’s “Lagniappe from Louisiana”
Originally published: April 2011
A Toast to 100!
Originally published: March 2011
Clement J. Ford
As one of the first to recognize the lifestyle changes of Atlanta’s post-servant era, this architect adapted classic style to modern living without sacrificing detail
Originally published: February 2011
10 under 40
Atlanta’s New Tastemakers
Originally published: January 2011
The Art of Collecting
Originally published: December 2010
Kitchen & Bath Awards
At a ceremony held at European Sink Atlanta, AH&L recognizes the winners of our 2010 kitchen and bath contests
Originally published: November 2010
Elegant Additions Grand Opening
Elegant Additions celebrates the grand opening of its new Miami Circle showroom with a fundraiser for DIFFA
Originally published: November 2010
A Real Georgia Peach
Using her kitchen as a laboratory, a Decatur pastry chef rethinks the possibilities of the state’s favorite fruit
Originally published: July 2010
French Connection
Bistro Niko brings a slice of Paris to Buckhead
Originally published: June 2010
2010 SCAD-Atlanta Scholarship Gala
High style reigns supreme at the institution’s annual fundraiser
Originally published: June 2010
Inspired Design
Craftsman extraordinaire Skylar Morgan puts his understated spin on a new line of modern furniture
Originally published: June 2010
Everything is Illuminated
Gregor Turk’s sculptural line of lamps really shines
Originally published: June 2010
The Luxury of Food & Friendship
Senior Editor at Large Heather J. Paper steps into the kitchen with two celebrated cooks who have mastered the art of Southern cuisine
Originally published: December 2009
Scrumptious Season
Four Atlanta chefs tell us what they're cooking with this November
Originally published: November 2009
Under Cumberland's Spell
A group of passionate foodies join Atlanta chef Linton Hopkins for a special supper at Cumberland Island’s Greyfield Inn
Originally published: November 2009
In Perfect Balance
Atlantan Christine Eisner’s design philosophy helps take the daze out of the holidays
Originally published: November 2009
By Hand
From the pages of Vogue to an art gallery in Inman Park, Alabama fashion designer Natalie Chanin drops in to town to share her philosophy on the art of 'slow design'
Originally published: October 2009
A Night for the Ages
A stately soirée under the stars invokes the style and dignity of an era of intrigue
Originally published: September 2009
Watermelon Wonders
Forget the sugary-sweet, grocery-store hybrids you're used to; at Anne Quatrano and Clifford Harrison's Cartersville farm, they're reviving near-lost heirloom varieties and...
Originally published: August 2009
The 2009 Atlanta Steeplechase
St. Regis Atlanta and AH&L team up to host a spectacular Chairman’s Tent party
Originally published: July 2009
A Night of Design
AH&L teams up with Artefacto to honor Atlanta’s rising tastemakers with a spectacular soirée and exclusive tour of the 39th annual Decorators’ Show House & Gardens
Originally published: July 2009
The Down-Home Derby
A Benefit for the Child Development Association, held at Shannondale Farm, Milton, Georgia
Originally published: July 2009
2009 SCAD-Atlanta Scholarship Gala
The annual fundraiser celebrates the institution’s 30th anniversary
Originally published: July 2009
Natural Beauty
It’s hard to compete with the romantic country vistas at Persimmon Creek Vineyards, but the recent addition of three charming cottages on the property have upped the ante
Originally published: July 2009
Miracles Happen VIII
Held March 21, 2009 at Chastain Horse Park; Presenting Sponsor: Polo Ralph Lauren
Originally published: June 2009
Barn Storming
A dream-come-true studio becomes the ultimate showplace for an artist’s culmination of work
Originally published: June 2009
Elizabeth Stockton
The sense of joy that this Atlanta artist finds in her work translates beautifully to her peaceful paintings
Originally published: May 2009
People and Paws for a Good Cause
Chastain Horse Park’s Third Annual Chastain Dog Show
Originally published: February 2009
The 2008 Christmas House Preview Party
Featuring 26 of the city's best and brightest designers
Originally published: January 2009
AH&L and Sovereign unveil the Barbara Westbrook designer model at Sovereign
Originally published: December 2008
Rustic & Refined
Call it bucolic, pastoral, even unabashedly rural. Serenbe is all that and more. At the same time, though, it is chic and urbane, which is why Keith Robinson of Gloriosa...
Originally published: December 2008
A Wintry Mixer
A close-knit group of friends puts a new spin on traditional holiday get-togethers. The celebratory mood is the same, but the setting and food are anything but
Originally published: December 2008
Collector’s Eye
For years, award-winning interior designer and art consultant Pamola Powell has helped craft and guide personal and corporate art collections. Now, she’s sharing the names of...
Originally published: December 2008
Tribute to Bill Harrison
Originally published: November 2008
Bon Appetit, Y'all
Virginia Willis talks holiday recipes with a side of memories
Originally published: November 2008
La Vita Bella
AH&L takes a trip to Dahlonega to meet Montaluce’s passionate new vineyard manager and reports back on all of the beauty to behold
Originally published: November 2008
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation
Originally published: July 2008
The 2008 Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: July 2008
The 2008 High Museum Wine Auction
Originally published: July 2008
20 Under 40 Reception
Originally published: July 2008
The Art of Expansion
The new Bill Lowe Gallery—formerly The Lowe Gallery—is a vivid, intricate architectural masterpiece of visual works. Here, the gallery owner lets us in on his vision
Originally published: October 2008
Bold & Beautiful
At her Buckhead office, designer Tish Mills proves that ‘easy’ and ‘elegant’ entertaining are not mutually exclusive
Originally published: October 2008
Riding High
Mix one part genteel South with a splash of French elegance, and you get an affair that only Hermès could imagine, at the 2008 Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: September 2008
Summer in the City
In a celebration at her elegantly appointed Buckhead high-rise, Phoebe Howard proves that the beauty of entertaining is in the details
Originally published: August 2008
Local Ingredients
An Atlanta chef, farmer, sommelier and peddler ponder the meaning of 'terroir'
Originally published: July 2008
A Paper Affair
A local conservator gives us a peek into her finely drawn world
Originally published: June 2008
Fire & Flavor
Grilling plank innovator Gena Knox pens a new cookbook that banishes complexity from healthy cooking
Originally published: May 2008
Natural Attraction
Welcome spring with a kitchen garden
Originally published: April 2008
It’s an Artful Life
Wine painter Thomas Arvid and wife Vanessa celebrate the good life with a fine blend of serious vintages and special friends
Originally published: March 2008
Greek Odyssey
Kyma chef Pano I. Karatassos recaptures his flavorful journey to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen and gives AH&L an exclusive tasting demonstration
Originally published: March 2008
The Tulip Turns 50
Saarinen’s iconic furniture blooms at Museum of Design Atlanta
Originally published: March 2008
Citrus Solace
Cure the winter blues with a shot of tangy fruit.
Originally published: January 2008
American Impressionism
Turn-of-the century American masters and local artists keep this longtime art lover’s collection fresh.
Originally published: December 2007
The Beautiful Table
The ritual of dressing the table comes alive thanks to Southern Food stylist Angie Mosier and Entertaining guru Rebecca Lang.
Originally published: December 2007
Organic Thanksgiving
For the family’s first holiday in their eco-friendly home, the Seydels introduce a cornucopia of green traditions into their Thanksgiving celebration.
Originally published: November 2007
Mark Cottle
The Georgia Tech architecture professor wears many creative hats.
Originally published: November 2007
How to Cook a Steak
Useful tips from John Cahill of Restaurant Joel
Originally published: October 2007
Soul Food
Reincarnated as a neighborhood bistro, restaurant JOËL proves every bite is worthy of a special occasion.
Originally published: October 2007
Nancy Floyd
The photographer takes a radical approach to personal subjects
Originally published: October 2007
Country Fantasy, City Style
Interior designer Stan Topol builds on a dream at The Hil, Serenbe’s newest restaurant.
Originally published: October 2007
In Season
Hazel Mosier leads the way down the narrow steps to the basement of her East Tennessee home. It is early autumn, 1999; the year the world might end.
Originally published: September 2007
Design Trends at Drexel Heritage
Highlights from Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles' Design Trends Seminar
Originally published: September 2007
Summer Show House Preview Party
AH&L celebrates the opening of the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ Summer Show House: 100 Degrees of High Style, at The River Club in Suwannee, Ga, benefiting Susan G....
Originally published: September 2007
Katherine Taylor
During our visit, I see that Katherine Taylor is all about direct address and taking action as she strides, while talking, across her entryway into the expansive space of her...
Originally published: September 2007
First Home Launch Party
The launch part for First Home, the newest magazine by AH&L, and the opening of Novare Group's newest luxury high-rise in Midtown, Viewpoint
Originally published: August 2007
The Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Todd Rushing
Concentrics Restaurants – Managing Partner/Director of Operations
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Sia Moshk
Mitra and Sia’s – Owner
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Ryan Mullins
Murphy’s - Sommelier
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - John Metz
Aqua Blue – Co-Founder/Executive Chef
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Doug Strickland
Eno Wine Director/Owner Doug Strickland explains how the wine lists at ENO and Barrelman Wine and Cheese Shop focus on European-Mediterranean varietals, both old world and...
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Vajra Stratigos
While the wine offering at each of The Fifth Group restaurants is concept-tailored, it is approachability that remains the common denominator among them.
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Matt Bradford
Canoe's Wine Director Matt Bradford explains how the restaurant's wine list strives to exemplify the current trends in the United States while maintaining a representation of...
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Tutto E Delizioso at VENI VIDI VICI
Chef Jamie Adams recently introduced a daily cheese selection of fresh, interesting Italian cheeses accompanied by homemade fig purée and seasonal accompaniments.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Two Urban Licks
Unlike anything Atlanta (or just about anywhere) has ever seen, this colossal shrine to food, wine and good times was positioned to be number one with just the opening of the...
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Taurus
At Midtown's newest neighborhood dining arena, Taurus, Mennie gives crowds exactly what they have come to expect from him, mouth-watering food in an exciting environment.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - One
Chef Tom brings sophisticated experience blended with his casually hip style to ONE. midtown kitchen, a premier Atlanta restaurant.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Jeremy Lieb
Executive Chef Jeremy Lieb came to Atlanta to open a one-of-a-kind restaurant and gave the city a modern version of French cooking.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Staying Power
Tucked in a quiet corner off Peachtree Street in Buckhead, Chef/Owner Karen Hilliard creates Atlanta's truest Southwestern fare with a gracious seasoning of the South.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Fab
Affectionately known as "FAB," the restaurant is just that, thanks to Chef Kaighn Raymond, a highly respected culinary force
Originally published: August 2007
Trois - It's a Charm
AH&L offers you an exclusive first look at Trois, the Concentrics Restaurant group's most-talked-about Midtown addition. John Oetgen and his innovative project is...
Originally published: December 2006
Sweet Vidalia
Linton Hopkins, the highly lauded chef of Restaurant Eugene, talks of his passion for one of Georgia's prized produce, the Vidalia onion. Get a recipe for Succotash Stuffed...
Originally published: June 2006
Edible Thistles
Savor the season with these artichoke dishes by Chef Jamie Adams of Atlanta's Veni Vedi Vici. Artichokes appear multiple times on the menu of Veni Vidi Vici. "I love to cook...
Originally published: March 2006
Citrus Delight
This is the season when citrus fruit is at its best. Most other fruits won't be in season for months, but this type is flourishing. Get a recipe for Key Lime Pie.
Originally published: February 2006
Blossoms to Bite
Chef Micah Willix of the new Fifth Group restaurant Ecco transforms squash blossoms into a delicious dish. Get a recipe for Fried Squash Blossoms with Anchovy Vinegar.
Originally published: July 2006
Berry Bliss
Yves Samake, the new executive chef of the Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta (Downtown), creates flavorful summertime cuisine with raspberries. Get a recipe for Summertime Rasberry Tart...
Originally published: August 2006
East Meets South
Learn how exotic flavors fuse effortlessly with downhome Southern staples at the Bhojanic Indian restaurant near Emory University, plus try some great okra recipes.
Originally published: August 2007
Ben Roosevelt
What's happening on the Atlanta museum and gallery scene including an inside look at Atlanta newcomer Ben Roosevelt.
Originally published: August 2007
Gregor Turk
The peripatetic artist and art advocate slows down - briefly - to provide a glimpse of where he's headed next. A native of Atlanta who knows the city intimately, Turk is one...
Originally published: July 2007
Jiha Moon
Artist Jiha Moon has little time to waste, yet she chats easily over tea in her apartment as if the deadlines for her many forthcoming exhibitions were nonexistent.
Originally published: July 2007
Ann Marie Manker
Cabbagetown is an urban neighborhood in the midst of a transformation as is one of its newest residents, artist Ann-Marie Manker. Manker's anthropomorphized characters speak...
Originally published: July 2007
Scott Ingram
An emerging Atlanta-based artist who shows with Solomon Projects, Ingram breaks new ground with a project opening this month at Scott Reilly's design mecca, Retromodern.
Originally published: July 2007

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