Can reality T.V. make a failed restauranteur successful? God, let’s hope so. Because if air time on Bravo doesn’t make Peter Thomas’ restaurant a success, he’ll have to resort to singing back-up for Kim Zolciak. Ahem. Peter Thomas (husband to “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Cynthia Bailey) is opening Bar One — a tapas and [...]
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Cross between The Little Tart Bakeshop/Octane to open in Grant Park
The Little Tart Bakeshop/Octane hybrid slated for The Jane at Grant Park The Little Tart Bakeshop, a bakery specializing in french-style confections sold at various farmers markets around town, is joining forces with Octane for a new Grant Park venture, according to Omnivore’s Laura Horton. Located at 437 Memorial Drive inside The Jane at Grant [...]
Abandoned airplane hanger in Grant Park begins restaurant conversion for 2011 opening
Developer’s proposed name: “The Hanger.” It’s gonna be a super fly space. And that’s why several respected Atlanta restaurateurs have been trying to land a lease for the hanger, according to developer and longtime Grant Park resident, William Michael Shelton. Shelton talked with Creative Loafing in 2006 discussing the project and after nearly 5 years, [...]
Former Adult Toy Shop owner to open Cupcake Lounge in Grant Park
Can a woman who sold dildos sell cupcakes? They’re not that different. It’s about giving people want they want, according to entrepreneur Tajuansar (Taj) Diallo. Leaving her Adult Toy Store behind in Milledgeville Georgia, Diallo will open her Cupcake Lounge at 415 C Memorial Drive (next to Tin Lizzy’s) by Christmas Eve. Offering sweet, savory [...]
Zoo Atlanta Breaks Ground On New Carnivore Complex Exhibit
Lions And Tigers And Bears, Oh My! Zoo Atlanta, under the leadership of new President and CEO Raymond King, has began construction for the second phase of the yearlong construction project surrounding the vacated tiger enclosure, with exhibits devoted to small carnivores, such as bush dogs, opening in the spring. Zoo Atlanta’s Trader’s Alley: Wildlife’s [...]
dulce vegan bakery opening brick & mortar location in grant park
With a brick and mortar location at 575 Boulevard SE in Grant Park, Dulce Vegan Bakery hopes to celebrate their grand opening by the end of January 2010. Dulce Vegan will serve as Atlanta’s only vegan owned and operated 100% vegan bakery. The location? — An old church that is being renovated in sections. Specializing [...]
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