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Hello, dear readers! I'm Sarah, the editor of Smyrna Vinings Lifestyle, and I'm so glad you've found yourself among the pages of our magazine. This month's theme is ‘Local Love’ and I hope the recommendations you find in these pages help you do just that. My husband, Brett, and I moved to the Smyrna Vinings area last year, and we're enjoying learning all about our new home and trying local hot spots and restaurants together. We love trying the latest and greatest local cuisine for date nights, finding our favorite hole-in-the-wall coffee shops and takeout spots, and supporting our local small businesses. Whether you're a seasoned local or a newbie like me, there are so many wonderful local businesses to support, delicious restaurants to frequent, and plenty of fun activities in our area to discover. Smyrna Vinings is the perfect blend of suburban living with all the city has to offer, and I hope you'll join me in exploring our area this month and showing a little ‘Local Love!’
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There are so many great places in Smyrna Vinings to go for date night, and since Valentine's Day is this month, I wanted to share a few of our favorite local spots. My wife and I enjoy supporting both new local businesses and our favorite staple spots to 'love local!' We encourage you to try out a few of our tried and true date night spots - let us know what you think by tagging us on Instagram!
Our Picks to Show Your Local Love MEZZA LUNA: My wife and I love this cozy spot for date night - it's the best
Italian restaurant in Georgia, hands down! 1669 Spring Rd Se Smyrna, GA ATKINS PAR K TAVER N: My wife loves the Fried Green Tomatoes appe-
tizer and the Shrimp Po Boy, and I love the Georgia Mountain Trout or the Jambalaya! 2840 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, GA SOUTH CITY KITCHEN VININGS: This delicious spot offers inventive takes on Southern classics and we love dropping in for brunch. 1675 Cumberland Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA ZEKE'S KITCHEN & BAR : I discovered this place during the Taste of Smyrna festival this year. After trying their Haitian Sandwich, I became an instant fan! 4454 S Cobb Dr SE Suite 101, Smyrna, GA COBB ENER GY PER FOR MING AR TS CENTR E/COBB GALLER IA CEN T R E: My wife and I love to get dressed up and go the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center to experience ballet or musical performances. Two Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA
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CHOCOLATE and WINE February brings celebrations of love which frequently include the timeless treasure of wine and chocolate. Whether it’s over romantic dinners for two or between female friends at “Galentine’s” parties, wine and chocolate will be making lots of appearances this month. Use this as your guide to creating an exquisite experience for your loved ones this month. These aphrodisiacs have a lot of similarities to each other. For one, they both contain flavanols (antioxidants) and polyphenols (compounds found in plant-based food) that are good for you and have anti-inflammatory properties. But because these characteristics affect flavor, it’s somewhat challenging to pair wine and chocolate together. The more polyphenols, the more pronounced the bitter taste. For example, if you sip a delicious dry red wine alongside a hunk of dark chocolate, the wine will start to taste bitter and sour. The taste imbalance is coming from the heightened levels of flavanols (different types of tannin) found in both chocolate and wine that end up clashing against each other on your tongue. While it might sound counterintuitive, a good rule of thumb is to pair a wine that is “sweeter” than the chocolate itself. “Sweet” doesn’t refer to dessert wines alone. In the wine world, the term “sweet” is often used to denote ripe, fruit-forward flavors in a wine. These characteristics provide a nice balance to the bitter flavors of cocoa. Both wine and chocolate can have intense, dry flavors. In order to find the right balance, it’s best to choose wines that are a little bit softer and juicier than the chocolate you’re pairing it with. Fortunately, we’ve done the footwork to find several wines that partner well with chocolate. Here are our guidelines for matching chocolate with wine and a few of our favorite wine and chocolate pairings. We hope you’ll try them and then get inspired to experiment and create your own.
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T I P 1 : M AT C H S U G A R WITH SUGAR What’s true of relationships is not true of wine and chocolate: opposites do not attract. When it comes to pairing chocolate and wine, you don’t want to strike a balance, you want to match sugar to sugar. Sweeter chocolate like white chocolate does better when consumed with sweeter wines and bitter chocolate like dark chocolate enjoys being paired with dryer wines. Think of it as matching sugar with sugar. Sweet white chocolate pairs well with sweet wines high in residual sugars and bitter darks with dry wines with just a hint of residual sugar. A good rule of thumb is to always pair wines that are equally or slightly more sweet than the chocolate being eaten with it.
T I P 2 : M AT C H I N T E N S I T Y WITH INTENSITY If you pair an incredibly delicately flavored dark chocolate with a full-bodied, heavy red, the intensity of the wine will destroy any of the subtlety that might have been present in the chocolate. The opposite is also true: strong-tasting chocolate will blow a delicate wine out of the water. Keep this rule of thumb in mind: light-flavored chocolates enjoy being paired with light-bodied wines and intensely flavored chocolates prefer being paired with full-bodied wines.
TI P 3: PAI R FL AVORS WITH FL AVORS Wine and chocolate both carry their own intense flavors. If your chocolate contains other ingredients such as nuts, fruit, or caramel, consider how these flavors will play with the wine. This is especially helpful to remember when enjoying truffles with wine. To avoid creating a palate power play between the two, do your best to match fruity or floral chocolates with fruity wines like Moscato or White Zinfandel. Enjoy chocolate-covered nuts alongside a nutty wine like a Madeira or Marsala. Chocolate studded with dried cranberries might pair well with a fruit-forward red with berry undertones.
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ON SERVING WINE AND C H O C O L AT E F L I G H T S : Just as you would with any other tasting, it’s best to start with light chocolates and wines, increasing the intensity as you go along. Start with white chocolates and light wines and save the richest, dark chocolates and wines for last. By doing this, you will keep your palate from starting out too strong and missing out on the subtle sensations found in more delicate chocolate and wine selections.
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THE BEST LOCAL SOURCES FOR ALL YOUR WINE AND CHOCOLATE NEEDS Wine and chocolate have become synonymous with Valentine's Day - and for good reason! They pair well together, just like you and your special someone. Gift your significant other a chocolate treat and/or a bottle of wine from a local business, or stop in at a local restaurant for an extra special date night with the perfect pairings of these classic favorites!
T H E V I N E YA R D W I N E M A R K E T
The Vineyard Wine Market in Smyrna offers offer 40 wines by the glass, 20 wines on tap, and over 500 available by the bottle, along with a tapas menu. This local treasure is the perfect spot for your special date nights, girls night out, and more! 1295 W Spring Street #100 Smyrna, GA 30080 (678) 424-1177 thevineyardwinemarket.com
M E Z Z A LU N A PA S TA & S E A F O O D
This local gem is the perfect spot for a relaxed date night with delicious authentic Italian fare. Don’t miss the luxurious chocolate mousse cake for dessert! 1669 Spring Road SE Smyrna, GA 30080 (770) 319-0333 smyrna.mezzalunaga.com
SOUTH CITY KITCHEN
This upscale spot offers inventive takes on classic Southern fare and has a spectacular wine list. The Chocolate Stout Cake is a must-try! 1675 Cumberland Parkway SE Smyrna, GA 30080 (770) 435-0070 southcitykitchen.com
MUSS & TURNER’S
This snazzy bistro in Ivy Walk offers new southern cuisine, clever sandwiches, and an extensive beverage menu. We recommend trying their made-in-house pastries and sweets - you won’t be disappointed! 1675 Cumberland Parkway SE #409 Smyrna, GA 30080 (770) 434-1114 mussandturners.com
C R U F O O D & W I N E B A R AT T H E B AT T E R Y This relaxed Napa-style wine bar at The Battery offers new American fare, stone-fired pizzas, artisan cheese flights, and a chocolate fondue that’s not to be missed. 915 Battery Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30339 (770) 485-9463 cruwinebar.com
PACE S & VINE
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RECHARGE & RELAX WITH A ROMANTIC STAYCATION ARTICLE BY SARAH COLE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS LAWERY
We all enjoy going on vacation: the beautiful views, the relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and time spent with family and friends in a unique location filled with new experiences. However, we all know the struggles of going on vacation: traveling, whether by car or by plane, all the stress of packing and unpacking, losing luggage, finding luggage, renting a car, forgetting your toothbrush or favorite sweater at home... The list could go on and on. But what if there was a perfect way to vacation without all of the hassle of traveling? No busy airports, no sitting in hours of traffic, no worries about putting your non-negotiable skincare routine into travel-sized containers... and your dog could come too? Let me introduce you to the wonderful concept of a staycation. A staycation is “a period in which an individual or family participates in leisure activities within a day trip distance of their home.” Basically, it’s vacationing in your own city. At first, it can sound boring and you might be thinking, “I’ve already done everything there is to do here. We’ve eaten at every
restaurant multiple times. I know my way around, I want to explore more.” But I’d like to invite you to stop and think for a moment... Do you really know everything there is to know about your area? The Smyrna Vinings area is a unique suburban hub that offers all the convenience of city living with the cozy comforts of a small town, and you might be surprised to find there are quite a few hidden gems right in your own backyard. One of these gems is The Treehaus, a stunning local escape tucked away on 5 acres of wooded property just minutes from I-75 and I-285 and less than two miles from the Battery & Truist Park. It’s a beautiful, intimate space that while close to home, gives the true illusion of being a world away. Dismiss the thoughts of your childhood treehouse, because The TreeHaus is filled with all the comforts a 450 square foot space can hold - including a full bathroom, AC/ heating, and of course, there’s wifi in case you don’t want to fully unplug from the outside world! It’s also a pet-friendly space, which means your furry friend can come along.
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If you’ve been looking for the perfect romantic escape - look no further. This secluded spot is perfect to spend time with your significant other in celebration of Valentine’s Day this month, and it’s a great proposal spot as well. Surrounded by sentinel pines and the soothing sounds of the nearby creek, you’ll forget about the world around you in no time. Owner Jeff shares, “We wanted to build a way to escape from day-to-day life and let your soul recharge without ever really leaving the city... and TreeHaus ATL was born!” Upon arrival, you’ll meander down the sparkling path past the welcoming fire pit that’s perfect for evening smores. Then you’ll enter the TreeHaus via picturesque rope bridges between landings, finding yourself upon the large 450 square foot deck of the TreeHaus which sits 23 feet in the air. The spacious deck is perfect for sipping your morning coffee while listening to the birds sing in the trees. Tucked inside, you’ll find a full ensuite bathroom and at the top of a ship’s ladder, a cozy lofted king bed with luxurious linen bedding, making it feel like home away from home. In addition, you’ll find a full kitchen equipped to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or just to brew your coffee before exploring the local brunch scene. The TreeHaus is a great way to recharge your soul when you need a break from the norm.
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“ We w o rk w i t h n u m e ro u s l o c a l b u s i n e s s e s a n d l a r ge r c o m p a n i e s o n c o r p o ra t e g i f t i n g t o i g n i t e a c u l t u re o f g i f t i n g a n d s h a r i n g .”
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Why Tower Treats? Kerry Anna shares, “I started Tower Treats during the 2020 quarantine, on a mission to spread joy, one tall treat at a time. I’m originally from Atlanta but I was living in New York and I was inspired by the many cookie cafes in NYC, like Levain, Big Chip, and more. When I moved home, I wanted to bring a piece of my heart and my favorite treat to the South!” Why Smyrna Vinings? Kerry Anna graduated from Whitefield Academy in 2014, and she has always loved this area. Watching her hometown grow and change alongside her own business has been a special treat – almost as sweet to her as the delicious treats she makes! Tell us more about what you offer at Tower Treats: “Tower Treats are half-pound peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, scooped like ice cream, with a perfectly golden crust and a uniquely dense and gooey center. We use a special secret recipe that gives the cookies their towering height. While they are fully baked, Tower Treats have a cookie-dough taste and texture - especially our best-selling halfpound cookie! Tower Treats are also the perfect gift for long-distance friends, family, or clients! We work with numerous local businesses and larger companies on corporate gifting to ignite a culture of gifting and sharing. Our treats come in beautiful and reusable packaging, purposefully making them easy to individually gift too.” Where can I find Tower Treats? “Tower Treats operates almost completely online. We ship nationwide from our website to share the joy of our oversized cookies with everyone.” Tower Treats can also be found at select local retailers, like Front Porch Market in Vinings, Lucy’s Market in Buckhead, Phoenix Roasters in Duluth, and The Local Exchange in Marietta. You can also order your own Tower Treats and have them shipped right to your door at towertreats.com.
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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
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Black History Month Lecture: The Real Hank Aaron
SMYRN A LIBRARY MEETIN G R O O M | 3:0 0 P M Terence Moore, Forbes.com national sports columnist, WSB-TV Sports Zone Sunday weekly contributor, and author of 'The Real Hank Aaron,' knew Hank better than any reporter in history, courtesy of their 40-year friendship. Moore has written a fresh take on the life and philosophies of baseball's greatest player and will be presenting 'The Real Hank Aaron' to the community. F E B R UA RY 9 T H
Reflexology with Evie Fleming of Tree Evolution
RESTOR E HY PER WELLN ES S V I NI NG S | 5 :0 0 -7 :0 0 P M Join Restore Hyper Wellness for a reflexology event with Evie Fleming. For over 30 years, Evie Fleming has been in the field of wellness, beginning with nursing, yoga training, and now reflexology with her practice in Marietta. Find out more at tree-evolution.com! F E B R UA RY 1 0 T H
Daddy Daughter Dance
SMRY N A COMMUN ITY CEN TER | 6 :0 0 P M Smyrna Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Daddy Daughter Dance on February 10th from 6 pm-9 pm located at the Smyrna Community Center. This year's theme will be 50’s Sox Hop. Attendees must register for this event at smyrnaga.gov. F E BRUA RY 1 0 T H- 1 2 T H
Atlanta Ballet presents ‘Midwinter Dreams’
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Atlanta Ballet presents 'Beauty & The Beast'
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COBB EN ERGY CEN TRE Enter a world of dreams live with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. From the intense drama of Snowblind and Love, Fear, Loss to the pure joy of Concerto Grosso and Classical Symphony, four works will awaken your soul with love, loss, and longing. Find more information and tickets at atlantaballet.com .
COBB EN ERGY CEN TRE | 1:00 P M This celebrated fairy tale tells the “tale as old as time” of adventure, unlikely friendships, and the power of true love. Your family will fall in love as Atlanta Ballet 2 presents this enchanting shortened family ballet with voiceover narration to help children follow along with the story. Find tickets & more info at atlantaballet.com .
Smyrna Science Camp
SMYRN A COMMUN ITY CEN TER | 9 :0 0 A M Smyrna Parks & Recreation is hosting Science Camp for kids 6-11 years old at the Community Center February 20-24 from 9 am-12 pm each day. Campers will learn something new daily, like the scientific method, the water cycle, and more through fun and engaging experiments. Weekly cost is $75; registration is open until February 17. Find more information at smyrnaga.gov. F EB R UA RY 2 4 T H
Black History Month Dinner & Lecture
SMYRN A COMMUN ITY CEN TER | 5 :30 P M Author, Historian, & Professor Erica Armstrong Dunbar will present the complexities and accomplishments of Harriet Tubman, one of our nation's true heroes. Dinner will be catered by Jim N' Nicks, and a book signing will follow dinner and the lecture. Cost is $15 per ticket; register for this event and find more information at smyrnaga.gov.
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realty report A sample of recently sold properties in Smyrna Vinings. N E I GH BO RH O O D
OR IGIN AL PRICE
SO L D P RIC E
%SO L D/ O RIG
DO M
B DRM S
B AT H S
Cash Farms
$1,499,980
1,410,000
94%
111
6
8
The Grove At Forest Hills
$1,075,000
1,208,955
112%
270
10
5
High Grove
$1,195,000
1,170,000
98%
5
3
4
Rivers Call
$1,175,000
1,150,000
98%
9
5
5
Rivers Call
$1,175,000
1,140,000
97%
28
6
4
None
$994,995
980,000
98%
58
5
6
The Aberdeen
$999,000
970,000
97%
2
2
3
Highpointe at Vinings
$949,900
949,900
100%
0
6
5
Vinings
$889,000
879,000
99%
5
4
5
None
$875,000
873,000
100%
129
3
4
Battery On Paces Ferry
$875,000
862,500
99%
39
4
4
Highpointe at Vinings
$859,900
850,000
99%
5
5
5
2000 Paces Ferry
$825,000
815,625
99%
3
4
4
Stonehaven At Vinings
$760,000
740,000
97%
6
4
3
2000 Paces Ferry
$750,000
735,000
98%
49
4
5
Wakefield Estates
$730,000
719,500
99%
27
4
4
Vinings Glenn
$649,900
652,000
100%
2
5
3 4
Vinings Mill West
$625,000
650,000
104%
4
6
One Ivy Walk
$659,000
650,000
99%
2
4
5
4400 West
$668,000
650,000
97%
31
3
5 5
Paces Ferry Park
$629,000
630,000
100%
4
6
One Ivy Walk
$650,000
630,000
97%
23
4
5
Covered Bridge at Barnes Mill
$599,900
624,318
104%
3
4
4
Park at Paces Ferry
$600,000
615,000
103%
4
3
4
Barnes Mill
$599,900
610,000
102%
6
4
4
This data is a sampling of sold properties from December 2022. Source: IRES MLS system.
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Literary Love Six picks from a local librarian - add these to your 'To Be Read' list!
ARTICLE BY SAR AH COLE & MARY WALL ACE MOORE
These six picks from local librarian Mary Wallace Moore include something for everyone. No matter your age or your favorite genre, one of these books is sure to spark your interest! Mary offers suggestions from local authors and titles sharing more about our city, our state, and our local history. Check out one of her suggestions at the Smyrna Public Library, find a book from your TBR list on the shelves, or stop by for an event to show your local library love!
ABOUT TH E LIBR ARIAN: Mary Wallace Moore is the director of Smyrna Public Library in Smyrna, Georgia. Moore is the author of Smyrna, Georgia: “The Jonquil City,” Celebrating 150 Years (2022).
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The Mystery of the Love List by Sarah Glenn Marsh This is a picture book that is great for ages 3-7! Pippa is the only porcupine in her class, and with Valentine's Day approaching, she feels lonelier than ever until she finds her name on a classmate's love list and sets out to find out her mystery friend.
Once More Upon a Time by Roshani Chokshi This romance novel for teens is by a local Atlanta author. Imelda and Ambrose have forgotten why they got together in the first place. After a whirlwind courtship and a fairy-tale wedding, they embark on life together as royalty of “Loves Keep.” But when Imelda is in trouble, Ambrose sacrifices their love to save her life, little knowing that the loss of their love will jeopardize the entire kingdom.
The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley This romance novel for adults is by a local Atlanta author. Piper Parrish's life on Frick Island-a tiny, remote town smack in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay-is nearly perfect. Well, aside from one pesky detail: Her beloved husband, Tom, is dead. Oakley delivers a love story about an eccentric community, a grieving widow, and an outsider who slowly learns that sometimes faith is more important than the facts.
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The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling This romantic fantasy novel for adults is set in Georgia! A follow-up to the popular The Ex Hex, The Kiss Curse features fan favorite Gwyn and the spine-tinglingly handsome Wells Penhallow as they battle a new band of witches and their own magical chemistry. Erin Sterling is a pseudonym for bestselling Southern author, Rachel Hawkins.
By Her Own Design A Novel of Ann Lowe, Fashion Designer to the Social Register by Piper Huguley This is a great historical fiction book for adults by a local Atlanta author. The incredible untold story of how Ann Lowe, a Black woman and granddaughter of slaves, rose above personal struggles and racial prejudice to design and create one of America's most famous wedding dresses of all time for Jackie Kennedy.
Mittie & Thee: An 1853 Roosevelt Romance by Connie M. Huddleston and Gwendolyn I. Koehler This adult non-fiction tome is rich in local history. This true story, told through one year of courtship letters between New York City's Theodore Roosevelt (Senior) and Miss Mittie Bulloch of Roswell, Georgia, echoes through time. Roosevelt was the fifth son of a wealthy New York City businessman of Dutch heritage and father of future president, Teddy Roosevelt. Mittie and Thee’s courtship, conducted mostly through letters, provides the reader with an intimate peek into their personal love story. Transcribed and presented just as written, the letters tell the story not only of two young lovers but of the social mores of 1853. The authors allow the letters to stand on their own, presenting only the necessary background to the story, a glimpse of antebellum life, and explanations of persons and events as needed. You can visit Bulloch Hall in Roswell, Georgia, to learn more about the Bullochs and 19th century life.
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