Travel

Romantic, Enchanting, Exotic. . .

Sicily Will Steal Your Heart! Article by Lisa Thompson I recently spent nine glorious days in Sicily, one of the most intriguing parts of the world. Though the island has technically been part of Italy since 1861, inhabitants are quick to point out they are not Italian but proudly, forever Sicilian.   This island is truly the melting pot of the Mediterranean, a collision of old and new, Eastern and Western. Its storied history sweeps you from ancient Greece to the might of the Roman Empire...

Health + Wellness

Express Yourself

Tap Into the Real You at Salon CLK Article by Cathy Jones Fabriah.com estimates that women spend more than a month in the salon chair over the course of their lives. Casey London Keeter is on a mission to maximize that time. She's not simply aiming for efficiency, though she's mastered it after two decades of salon management experience. Her goal is to transform salon visits from something that feels like a chore to a safe space where clients can let their hair down, get comfortable and...

Local Services

Better Together

Making working together Work Article by Cathy Jones Better Together - The Rykmans Kory and Lindsey Rykman keep their customers in good hands while making sure the same is true in their own home. East Cobb City Lifestyle: How did you both meet? And how did you eventually decide to go into business together? Kory Rykman: " We met in college at Valdosta State University. I saw Lindsey at one of my soccer games and thought, 'Wow, she might be the prettiest woman I’ve ever seen.'  Then, as...

Entertainment

Band of Brothers

The Accardi family Legacy Lives on Through Four Brothers Article by Cathy Jones All great pizza shops have a heartfelt history. Carlo's Pizza is no different. During summers in the '90s, a few blocks away from New Jersey's famous Wildwood Boardwalk, the Accardi brothers spent their days in the family pizza shop, Johnny's Pizza, alongside their three siblings, their mom and their dad, Carlo Accardi.  "We got to play in the giant arcade Dad made for the pizza shop," recalls John Accardi, one...

Education

Cobb's Local Makers

A Commitment to Making a Difference Article by Cathy Jones Local Makers - Irene Barton  East Cobb Citizen of the Year Each year, the Cobb Chamber names a "Citizen of the Year." The winner is someone whose impact is everywhere—someone who spent 2023 making East Cobb better. No truer words can be said for Irene Barton. Day in and day out, Irene relentlessly serves her fellow citizens, neighbors and friends through countless roles and endless efforts.  As Executive Director of the Cobb...

Food + Beverage

Not A Hot Toddy

The Third Door's Annual Marietta Mix-Off Article by Cathy Jones The Third Door Inspired by bar communities in hospitality-driven cities like New Orleans, Downtown Marietta's The Third Door hosted the city's first-ever bartending competition in 2020. Camper-sales showroom by day and cocktail bar by night, the bar's atmosphere is inspired by Prohibition-era speakeasies' intimate, eclectic vibes. Although the secret's out thanks to The Third Door's vast popularity, it maintains its unique...

Home + Design

Making Cobb Homes More Beautiful

Meet Charlie Devaille Article by Sue G. Collins We sat down with one of North Atlanta's top professionals in the field of painting, remodeling, and construction to find out just how he does it.  Your commitment to each homeowner is to provide a fair and consistent price while delivering a high-quality finished product each and every time, all guaranteed. Tell us about two or three current or recent projects that you're proud of. We just completed a full exterior remodel in the Inverness...

Food + Beverage

Locally Grown, Handmade & Served with a Smile

Experience Georgia's Vast Culinary Scene at the Georgia Food & Wine Festival Article by Cathy Jones Celebrity chefs, farmers, local artisans and Georgia's best bars and restaurants are once again bringing the flavor to Marietta for the third year in a row. Sample the best of Georgia's culinary landscape at the Georgia Food & Wine Festival from March 21 to 24. Historically, Marietta's Jim R. Miller Park has seen upwards of 10,000 guests, hundreds of tastings, 15 to 20 restaurants, two demo...

Food + Beverage

Game Day Starters

Kick Off the Big Game with These Twice Baked Potato Skins Article by Cathy Jones Ingredients: - 16 baby potatoes - 2 tbsp olive oil - Salt and black pepper - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese - 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt - 2 tbsp chives - 1 tbsp melted butter - 2 strips of cooked bacon, crumbled Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prick each potato with a fork and arrange on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. 2. Microwave on high for eight...

Entertainment

Baseball Forever

A love story: Roswell's Ronnie and Brian Snitker's journey with the Braves Article by Roger Alexander | Photography by Wayne Albright Brian Snitker was a 21-year-old kid from Macon, IL, when he joined the Atlanta Braves as a minor-league player. Forty years later, he finally got his shot to manage the Atlanta Braves. With Brian at the helm, the Braves dominated the National League East, winning the last six straight division championships, and beat the Astros to become 2021 World Series...