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Gradually Get Back into Physical Exercise with CWPR  

It’s not too late to work on your Summer body and health goals! Here are five tips to help you gradually get back into physical exercise.  

15 Minute Outdoor Walks  

Grab your allergy medicine and favorite loose-fitting work-out attire to enjoy the fresh air. 15-30 minute walks outside is the perfect way to ease back into exercise. Remember, try and change course and/or schedules every so often for safety precautions, especially if you do not have a work-out buddy. Headphones are optional.  

Morning/ Evening Stretching  

The goal is to, just simply, move your body. Start off with basic hamstring and back stretches to enhance your mobility, ultimately aiding in your future cardio and flexibly goals.   

10 minute HITT Workouts  

Spending an hour in the gym isn’t necessary with the renovation of High Intensity Interval Training Workouts. This is for those who want to satisfy their need for a good sweat. There are plenty of free HITT workouts available online and through mobile apps.  

Treadmill’s 3/12/30 

On a treadmill, complete a brisk walk on an incline of 12 and a speed of 3 mph, for 30 minutes only. While challenging, it is a great way to keep the heart pumping while maintaining breath control.  

25-30 minute Workout Maximum, 3 Days a Week 

Finally, keep your workouts anywhere between 15-30 minutes max when first starting out. You want to establish the habit whilst not over exhausting yourself. Remember, pace yourself. 

Break a Sweat!

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CWPR’s Sample Spring Playlist

The Spring season is a roller-coaster ride of emotions when it comes to the unpredictability of Spring weather. We have a playlist for each umbrella of weather that occurs: Sunshine, Chilly, Rainy.

Sunshine Playlist

For those hot summer days.

Nonsense by Sabrina Carpenter

What Do You Mean by Justin Bieber

Cruel Summer by Taylor Swift

Better by Khalid

As it Was by Harry Styles

Morning Sun by Robin Thicke

Brand New by Ben Rector

Essence by Wizkid (feat. Tems)

Sunshine by Latto feat. Lil Wayne and Childish Gambino

New Rules by Dua Lipa

Chilly Playlist

For those chilly days.

Obvious by Ariana Grande

I Want You Around by Snoh Aallegra

Hit Different by SZA feat. Ty Dolla Sign)

Main Thing by Ariana Grande

Back To You by Selena Gomez

pov by Ariana Grande

Tadow by Masego & FKJ

Lost Without U by Robin Thicke

From Whom the Bells Toll by J Cole

Clouds Never Get Old by Bas

Rainy Playlist

For those rainy days.

Cool People by Chloe x Halle

Amnesia by 5 Seconds of Summer

After Last Night by Silk Sonic

City of Stars by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone

Lemon Pepper Freestyle by Drake

Emotionless by Drake

Heart Don’t Stand a Chance by Anderson .Paak

9 by WILLOW

Feel No Ways by Drake

Lose You To Love Me by Selena Gomez

Press shuffle for each playlist and flow with Mother Nature!

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CWPR’s Favorite things about Spring  

Jessica Harrelson once stated, “Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is.” To commemorate the first official day of Spring 2023, we want to highlight our 5 of our favorite things about Spring.  

Lighter for Longer 

Springing forward into the first highlight of the season, the fact that it does not become dark outside as early as at six in the evening is one of our favorite highlights. This allows more time within the day to either continue work, or to enjoy leisure acttivites safely and comfortably, such as outdoor workouts, errands, and long commutes.  

Vitamin D 

One of the most essential, all-around vitamins, Vitamin D, is not only abundant and easily assesesable to most, but bearable. Inching into the warmth ahead, spring season has, in our opinion, the perfect weather as far as temperature and overall health and well-being. 

Nature’s Palette  

From poppy red to daffodil yellow, we absolutely love Spring colors. The Spring season makes for a stage for nature to bloom at its finest and most abundant. We love to witness the plants sprout full of colors.  

Strawberries 

Who doesn’t love a nice, ripe strawberry? Since they’re in season during the Spring, they are usually cheaper at grocery stores than they are in any other season.  

Baby Birds 

More of a fun fact, baby birds learn how to chirp in the Spring season. So, as you begin to hear the birds chirping this Spring season, now you’ll have room to imagine baby birds in some of their first lessons.  

Happy Spring! 

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2 Universal Ways to Easily Transition from a Vacation

No matter how much we love our current position and day-to-day work, we can’t deny that we also love a nice, long vacation to enjoy the fruits of our labor. For some, this opportunity arrives at the start of Spring Break. For others, this comes at a winning bid or a form of Paid Time Off. Regardless of how and when you arrive at the opportunity of a break, we find it essential to foreshadow your return to alleviate the otherwise stress-inducing shock of returning back to work. The following two-step habit can be used by most people, no matter how long the vacation is and no matter how you indulge in your vacation.

Upkeep a Schedule

One of the most difficult elements to snap back into after a vacation, for most, can be returning back to a strict and consistent schedule, hence, the best of combating this is to not stray away from it. Keep the elements that you love most about of your morning and nighttime routines the same throughout the vacation and adjust everything else. Even your planned vacation consists of nothing but rest in your own home, schedule a time to rise and return to bed, a time to eat at least three times a day, to indulge in movies, screen time, games, etc. This tactic is not to take away your freedom of being without time commitments, especially because you can still do what you want, when you want.

Brief Overview

All good things must come to an end, eventually. On the very last day of your vacation, and only after all of your break/ vacation related activities are through, (and when you are mentally and emotionally ready, of course) remind yourself with a brief overview, of the type of (positive) work you are returning to the next workday. Once again, this is not to shorten or belittle your vacation. It is to alleviate the otherwise natural shock that arrives due to returning to work after an anticipated break. This could look like reviewing emails, paperwork, and presentations.

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2023 Must-Haves for a Healthy and Balenced Lifestyle  

February is ending, but it’s still just the beginning of the New Year. Check out our list of Top 5 2023 “Must-Haves”.  

In the Ear Headphones  

In the ear headphones have been around for a minute now, but we don’t see them coming out of style anytime soon, Pop them in for a good workout, a productive work meeting, or while shopping at the grocery store. The minimalistic and tiny build in comparison to over the ear headphones are unbeatable. 

Half-Gallon / Gallon Water Bottles  

We can all drink more water. The best way to achieve this easiest is to purchase a half-gallon or Gallon water bottle. Some bottles have positive affirmations throughout the day to motivate you to finish the goal.  

Fitness Watch  

Speaking of goals, a fitness watch is a great investment and motivator to meet your end of the ear fitness goals. Track everything from your daily steps to your heart rate. Some watches even have features that allow you to “compete” with your friends and family, so you can all work together to meet personal goals.  

Dry Erase Board 

If you love staying organized and having a daily to monthly visual of your plans, invest in a dry erase board! Post 2020, many industries began shifting online, so we feel it is best to keep this in your home office area. Edit it as plans change and have fun with it! You can also design it how you please.  

Humidifier 

A humidifier (or a couple, depending on the size of your space), is perfect for taking care of your body without a second thought. They are great in assisting in various respiratory issues.  

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Mental Reset: Healthy Meditation/ Wind Down Habits  

The key to maintaining a healthy and proficient work-life balance starts in your mind. Here are seven mental strategies to help smooth and clear your mind at the beginning and/or end of each day.  

Meditation song/playlists  

Music is a universal language, versatile and serving different purposes and meaning in every person’s life. Find at least one song that brings you peace and transforms you to a calm state of mind, regardless of the genre. If you are a person who finds that it is hard to choose just one song, make a playlist! As humans, we often evolve and change, and our interests often follow, so don’t hesitate to change the song or playlist as seasons come and go.  

Blue light turn-off before bed 

Studies have shown that watching tv or having interaction on mobile and electronic devices up to 30 minutes before you fall asleep and with-in the first 30 minutes after your wake can affect not only your quality of sleep, but also, your morning and day to follow. Allow the last half hour of your day and the first half hour of your morning to reflect and set your intentions and goals for the day. Turn the blue lights off. 

A glass (or 8) of water  

What you put into your body is a reflection of your mind. The best way to have a healthy balance of eating how you should and eating how you want to eat, is to have a consistent and healthy habit of drinking water. Also, dehydration, among many things, can fog your mental state of being, so stay hydrated, always!  

Stretching  

Stretching is an effective wind-down method because it forces you to focus on pushing your limits in a healthy and gradual way. As an adult who does not stretch, you already figure that expecting to have your middle-split in one day is unreasonable, but you know over time, with discipline and mental will, you will have it, one day. Stretching trains your mind to think about long-term goals, and it is in return reflected with your physical body’s capabilities.  

Light reading  

Just as music serves multiple purposes in our lives, the same can be said about books. Books are to transform you as well, acting as rhetorical escapes. It is an effective mental cool-down method because a book (unless an autobiography) takes you out of your mind and into the inner working of another’s. Some books are purely fictional, allow a full escape, some books are motivational, allow you to think beyond what you already know and practice. No matter the genre, active reading takes the reader out of their own mind and into the storytellers’ instead.  

Control / Be aware of your environment(s) 

An ambience can make all the difference. In times where you have control over where your physical body can be and what/who surrounds it, do not take this privilege lightly. Something as arbitrary as location can affect your mental state of being. It is best to actively make sure your home and work environments are a healthy, warm, and welcoming space for you to grow, because, let’s face it, that’s where you are most of your time. Though it is true that one grows most from uncomfortable situations, you should never feel mentally uneasy about what and who you are around. Lighting, furniture, guests, the list goes on and on. Everything is a factor when it comes to space, and it has the ability to affect your mental space.  

Affirmations  

It may seem like a lot of steps towards mental meditation, but you got this! However, it doesn’t matter at all what I think. You have to positively affirm yourself and believe it. Multiple times a day, you should assure yourself in whatever it is you are actively achieving, as well as in the goals you are actively setting. It is great to have friends and family to help with reassurance, but remember that you are the only one, realistically, that truly must believe it.  

Take every day as it comes. Second by second, moment by moment, thought by thought. Remember, even in times where you are not in control of situations, you can control your mind, which well in turn determines how you react to everything.  

Let today be the first of a lifetime of true peace.

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Styling Viva Magenta: 2023’s Pantone of The Year

Described as an unconventional shade for an unconventional time, Pantone's latest Color of the Year, Viva Magenta, sets the stage for 2023. The bold, crimson-inspired color is meant to encourage confidence and bravery, so what better way to embody the essence of this year's color than by incorporating it into our wardrobes? Here are some styling tips and tricks for this year's most popular Pantone.

Monochromatic Outfits

Go big or go home. Embody the essence of Viva Magenta with a show-stopping approach and put together a monochromatic look. Most popularly seen in the form of a matching suit set, this styling suggestion is bold, brave, and downright beautiful.

Nails

Those looking to take a subtle route when incorporating Viva Magenta into their outfits can go for the everyday option of painting their nails. The deep shade is an easy statement piece you never have to take off. 

Overcoats

Stand out amongst the crowd with a Viva Magenta overcoat. Another way to incorporate this year’s color into your wardrobe is simply by buying a coat in this year’s Pantone color. Enhance any outfit by throwing this vibrant inclusion over your look.

Make-Up

Add creativity and color to your outfits with a bold Viva Magenta make-up look. With various eyeshadows, eyeliners, lipsticks, and more available in this year’s shade, there is no easier way to incorporate the color into your everyday style.

#viva magenta #pantone #2023 #fashion #makeup #style

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5 Easy Last-Minute Holiday Gifts

No one wants to feel like an afterthought during the holidays. If someone’s slipped your mind, don’t panic, there is still an opportunity to make everyone feel special. These easy holiday gifts save money and time while still showing sentiment. Head over to your local target, grocery, or liquor store and scrounge together the perfect present that no one will know it was put together at the last minute.

A Framed Photo

Gifting a framed photo is simple yet so sentimental. Print your favorite picture of you and a loved one at home or at stores like CVS and UPS. Find a frame on your way to the gathering or use one you have lying around the house. Either way, photos are a priceless gift to give.

Mini Bar in a Jar

Give the gift of a good time with the Mini Bar in Jar. This gift is the perfect holiday pre-game present. Go to your local liquor store and gather a variety of mini shooters to put into a mason jar (mason jars can usually be found at most grocery stores). So easy and effortless!

Self-Care Kit

Show how much you care with a Self-Care Kit. Put together a basket or gift bag filled with cozy and calming items. Choose from a selection of soothing gifts such as tea, fuzzy socks, face masks, snacks, candles, and more. All of these items can easily be found at Target, Dollar Tree, and any convenience store.

Recipes in a Jar

This gift is quick to make and ready to bake! Grab a mason jar and fill it with the correct measurements of each dry ingredient needed to make a specific recipe. Hand out an endless array of recipes from Hot Coco, Cookies, Soups, and more. Don’t forget to write down the full list of wet ingredients and baking instructions to gift alongside the jar!

Movie Date Night Basket

Give the gift of an in-home movie date night. With so many online streaming services available, all you need to do is gather movie-going essentials like popcorn and the person's favorite candies and snacks. For those with a bigger budget, add in an extra special item of a meal delivery gift card for services like Doordash, GrubHub, or Uber Eats.

#holiday #christmas #last minute gifts #gifts #giftguide #DIY #Easy gifts #lastminute #christmasgifts #christmas shopping

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​​Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Atlanta

Everyone knows New Year’s Eve is the biggest party of the year. Celebrate in style from morning until midnight all around Atlanta. Anyone searching for the best places to be this New Year’s Eve can look no further. These Atlanta locations are serving up an endless amount of fantastic food, fun times, and festivities.

Here are five places to party this New Year’s Eve :

Puttshack Atlanta Revelers ages 21 and up can ring in the New Year at Puttshack Atlanta. Enjoy an assortment of globally inspired cuisine, signature cocktails and mocktails, a live DJ, a champagne toast at midnight, and surprises and delights throughout the evening. Party goers can show off their mini golf skills on one of Puttshack’s four tech-driven, mini golf courses.

Puttshack Atlanta is located at The Interlock at 1085 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.puttshack.com or call 404-738-7888. Stay connected on Instagram and Facebook @puttshack.

Dantanna’s Tailgate 2023 at Dantanna’s. Enjoy Happy Hour specials from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. including $8 cocktails, $5 mimosas, $18 domestic beer buckets, and Bloody Mary pitchers for $19. Both the Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl will be featured on flat screen TVs throughout the restaurant.Guests can enjoy sharable starters, hearty salads, juicy steaks, savory sandwiches and more. Party goers and football fanatics alike will be treated to a celebratory toast at midnight.

Dantanna’s is located at 3400 Around Lenox Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326. For more information or to make a reservation, visit  www.dantannas.com  or call 404-760-8873. Stay connected on  Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter  @dantannas. 

TWO Urban Licks Start the party early with brunch on TWO Urban Licks. Sip on spirits while digging into delicious dishes such as the Fat Elvis French Toast, Fried Chicken and Biscuits, and more. The festivities don’t end there! All New Year’s Eve-ning enjoy an array of creative cuisine, craft cocktails, and specialty menu items. Stay until the clock strikes twelve for a complimentary champagne toast and a balloon ball drop.

For more information, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. TWO Urban Licks is located on the Atlanta BeltLine in the Old Fourth Ward at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks.

Bully Boy Bid adieu to 2022 with an array of Japanese kaiseki inspired dishes, sushi and drinks. Taste an inventive selection of menu items alongside signature cocktails, sake, wine, and Japanese Beers. At midnight guests are invited to cheers to the New Year with a complimentary champagne toast and a balloon ball drop.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit, www.bullyboyatl.com or call 678-904-5607. Bully Boy is located at 828 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. Wednesday through Sunday. Stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @bullyboyatl. 

ENZO Steakhouse & Bar Join ENZO Steakhouse & Bar for an unforgettable New Year's Eve dinner featuring a three-course prix fixe menu, cocktails, and live music. After dinner, party goers can head down the street to the Shipyard in the Town at Trilith for an exclusive after-party to ring in 2023. There will be a DJ spinning hot hits, passed bites, signature cocktails, and plenty of revelry.

ENZO’s is located at 300 Trilith Pkwy Suite 230, Fayetteville, GA 30214. For more information visit or to make a reservation, visit https://enzo-itl.com.

#NYE #new years eve #celebrate #2023 #Atlanta #Party #Atlanta NYE #TWO Urban Licks #Bully Boy #ENZO Steakhouse & Bar #Dantanna's #Puttshack #Things to do

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New Year’s Eve Outfit Inspo

With the New Year approaching, start it with your best fashion foot forward. Try wearing a fun new style. Add some sparkle to 2023. Sequins are trending right now and they’re the best way to literally shine this New Year. Here are some sequin top options:

Sequin Tops

Sequin Dress

The more sparkle the better! Don’t suppress your desire for a little (or a lot of) glam. Feel extravagant and reinvent your style this upcoming year! Never underestimate the power you have to take your style in a new direction. Sequin dresses make it easy to have a stand-out outfit because you don’t have to worry about bottoms!

Faux Fur Coat

Faux fur coats are having a moment and you need one in your winter wardrobe. They provide style and warmth. A faux fur coat will elevate everything in your wardrobe to a fabulous outfit. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and abundant 2023!

#sequin #newyearseve #dress #sparkle

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Winter Necessities to Keep Warm this Season

As the chilly months are quickly approaching here are some cute accessories to bundle up in. These items will help you survive the upcoming cold weather!

SUGAR MUFFS IN WINTER DREAM $44.00

Designed with warmth in mind, Sugar Muffs are the perfect faux earmuff! Adorned with a charm and white star design on the center of the earmuff. Not only will they keep you warm, but they will also be a cute accessory to any outfit!

WOMEN'S HEAVYWEIGHT FLEECE BASELAYER SCOOP TOP $7.49

This fleece shirt is extremely comfortable. You will feel warm in it as soon as you put it on because it holds your body heat in. This top is very cozy to wear. It has soft fleece on the inside and outside of this top. It’s the perfect base layer to wear underneath your sweater on a cold day!

WOMEN'S LIGHTWEIGHT BASELAYER LEGGING $7.49

These leggings are very comfortable. They are super soft and thin, but don't let the thinness fool you! These will keep you very warm which is perfect as an under layer.

 

Zippo 6 Hour Refillable Hand Warmer $12.52

This hand warmer from Zippo includes easy fill technology. The improved fill-cup helps red ice spills and it’s Perfect for all cold weather activities. The Sleek, thin design fits into smallest pockets. The Flameless gentle warmth provides 2.5x more heat than disposables!

 

#winterfashion #hand warmers #winter #earmuffs #cold weather #leggings #long sleeve

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Festive Treats to Celebrate the Holidays

The holidays are finally here! Therefore, It’s the perfect time to whip up some classic holiday treats. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, there are a variety of recipes to welcome in the festivities. With so many holiday parties and celebrations coming up this month, there is no better time to explore other holidays by trying a new dish. 

Christmas 

Gingerbread Cookies

There is no better way to ring in the season than with Gingerbread cookies. These holiday classics are so cute and fun to make. Sing carols while decorating a little gingerbread man with icing and Christmas-colored candies. 

Yule Log 

Yule Logs are a classic Christmas treat that can’t be beat! Decorated to resemble a fallen log in the forest, these spiral-shaped cakes are made with a chocolate sponge rolled around a sweet mascarpone and cream filling and then covered in frosting. After a big Christmas dinner, Yule Logs are certainly a delicious dessert to look forward to. 

Hanukkah 

Potato Latkes 

Once the menorah is lit, dig into a pile of potato latkes. These well-known savory treats are absolutely to die for. Enjoy a crispy combination of grated potatoes and onions, flour, egg, baking powder, salt, and pepper, all packed together and fried in oil. These golden-brown potato pancakes are usually eaten with sour cream and/or apple sauce. 

Sufganiyot

For a sweet Hanukkah treat, try Sufganiyot. These light and tasty doughnuts are filled with strawberry or raspberry jam and topped with powdered sugar. Whether you decide to fry up some of these festive favorites or grab a box from your favorite doughnut spot, Sufganiyot are the perfect way to try a Hanukkah tradition. 

Kwanzaa 

Cornbread

Celebrate Kwanzaa with a year-round fan favorite, cornbread. As one of the basic seven symbols of Kwanzaa is muhindi, the corn, this crop has become an essential flavor for the festivities. Whether cooked in a pan or a cast-iron skillet, fluffy cornbread is a must-have for sopping up sauces and celebrating the season. 

Kelewele (Ghanaian Fried Plantains)

Though there is no set cuisine for Kwanzaa, plantains are an ingredient included in many holiday recipes. As these tasty fruits are grown in various places, including the Caribbean and Africa, there are many ways to cook this fruit. Kelewele (Ghanaian Fried Plantains) is a traditional favorite. Enjoy pieces of fried sweet plantains dusted with sugar and spiced with chilies, garlic, ginger, and nutmeg. 

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Winter Coat Trends for 2022

Nowadays you can't leave the house without a coat. Winter is finally upon us so it's time to refresh our wardrobes with the most talked about outerwear essentials. This year many classic coats and forgotten favorites are making a comeback. Each of these trendy pieces of winter wear show that there is no need to sacrifice style for warmth. 

Bomber Jackets

Bomber Jackets have resurfaced as a wardrobe staple. Suddenly resurrected from 2016, the oversized outwear is perfect for creating effortless yet chic outfits. This season, Bomber Jackets have most popularly been appearing in colors such as black, khaki, and brown and are mainly made of leather or polyester.

Furry-Collared and Cuffed Coats

Another trend that has slowly been creeping back from the past is the Furry-Collared and Cuffed Coats. This eye-catching, cozy clothing piece is perfect for anyone looking to stand out and make a statement with their wardrobe. With fluffy details around the collar and cuffs, this coat certainly has a knack for making every outfit fabulous.

Shearling Coats

Shearling Coats is another winter coat classic that has made a comeback. Usually tan with white or cream fuzzy, these coats are perfect for a relaxed yet fashionable look. Stay cozy and cute all winter with this popular outerwear option.

Quilted Coats 

Quilted Coats are a fashion favorite that’s here to stay! Made from comforter-like material, these coats mimic being bundled in a blanket. With a wide variety of lengths and colors available, these coats are perfect for keeping warm in any climate.

#winter #wintercoat #coat #trendy #winterfashion

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Go-To Atlanta Restaurants For a Quick Bite

Finding the time for a good meal can be a hassle, especially when juggling a busy schedule. For those searching for the best spots to snag a quick meal, these restaurants are fast, flavorful, and fun! Sedate any craving with these quick and mouthwatering restaurants that serve various dishes ranging from pizza, hot dogs, gyros, and more.

Red’s Beer Garden Grab a loaded hot dog at Red’s Beer Garden. Browse Red’s long list of fan-favorite hot dogs, or choose to build your own. Red’s menu isn’t limited to just hot dogs; munch on sandwiches, such as the Get in My Belly, made with house-smoked pulled pork, provolone cheese, Red’s sauce, and pickles, as well as an array of shareable sides such as pretzel bites with beer cheese. Customers of all appetites can find something to eat at Red’s Beer Garden, as vegan and vegetarian substitutions are available. Red’s Beer Garden is located at 1328 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30315.

ParkGrounds Pop by ParkGrounds for coffee or a speedy snack. With breakfast being served until 2 pm and scrumptious sandwiches available all day, ParkGrounds is the perfect place to grab a meal and go. The dog-friendly neighborhood café serves up delicious items catered to whatever you are craving. Chow down on breakfast burritos, vegan breakfast burritos, hashbrown bowls, turkey swiss pesto wraps, barbecue pork, and more. ParkGrounds is located at 142 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316.

Kafenio Eat out for every meal of the day at Kafenio. As the Greek restaurant offers delectable dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, anything you crave for a quick bite or sit-down meal is available. Whether you’re looking to grab a quick cup of coffee or satisfy a hungry stomach, Kafenio has got you covered. There is always something new to try with their expansive menu of appetizers, salads, wraps, platters, breakfast sandwiches, and more. Kafenio is located at 2700 E College Ave #3000, Decatur, GA 30030.

Urban Pie As Urban Pie sells entire pizzas and stand-alone slices, this is the perfect place to grab a quick piece of your favorite pie. Choose a slice of a classic pizza, such as pepperoni, or a more adventurous flavor combination, like the Urban Beet, made with a pesto base, mozzarella cheese, roasted cauliflower, roasted beets, goat cheese, and drizzled with balsamic. Beyond pizza, Urban Pie offers a variety of starters, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and desserts. Dine in or order any of their delicious menu items to go. Urban Pie is located at 2012A Hosea L Williams Dr. NE, Atlanta, GA 30317.

#atlantarestaurants #atlantaeats #pizza #quickbites #hotdogs #greekfood #cafe

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Cold Weather Cocktails

It’s that time of year again; sweater season is here! Stay warm and welcome in the chilly weather with cocktails that keep out the cold. These hot homemade spiked recipes are perfect for a party or a quiet night indoors. Cheers to the colder weather with these cozy cocktails:

Hotty Toddy 

1/3 cup boiling water

1 fluid ounce of whiskey

1 teaspoon honey

3 whole cloves

1 cinnamon stick

1 slice lemon

1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg

1. Pour boiling water, whiskey, and a teaspoon of honey into a mug.

2. Stir in cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon.

3. Serve hot.

Mulled Wine

1 bottle of dry red wine

1/4 cup brandy or whiskey

1 orange, sliced into rounds 

8 whole cloves

2 cinnamon full sticks

2 star annise 

2 to 4 tablespoons honey

Garnish: Orange slices

1. Mix all the ingredients together and stir to combine

2. Cook the mulled wine on medium heat until the mixture simmers, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to low for 30 minutes to an hour. Don’t boil!

3. Serve hot with full orange slices as a garnish

Spiked Apple Cider

1 1/2 cups dark rum

1 1/2 cups Cinnamon Schnapps

4 cups apple cider

4 full cinnamon sticks

6 whole allspice berries

10 whole cloves

1 orange sliced

1 apple thinly sliced

1. Mix all the ingredients together and stir to combine

2. Cook on medium heat until the mixture simmers, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to low for 30 minutes to an hour. Don’t boil!

3. Serve hot

Baileys Hot Chocolate

3 tablespoons cocoa powder

2 cups 2% milk

3 tablespoons sugar

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon of cinnamon

¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips

2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream

Garnish: Whipped Cream and/or Marshmallows

1. Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the cocoa powder and ¼ cup of the milk and whisk until the cocoa powder is mostly integrated.

2. Whisk in the remaining milk until as smooth as possible.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients and then Heat your mixture on medium until the chocolate is fully melted. Do NOT boil!

4. Stir in the Baileys and then top with whipped cream and/ or marshmallows.

5. Serve while hot.

Amaretto Coffee

8 ounces of freshly brewed coffee

¼ cup of milk or milk substitute

3 tablespoons of amaretto liqueur 

(Optional) Garnish: whipped cream 

1. Combine coffee, milk of choice, and amaretto liqueur. 

2. (Optional) Garnish: Top with whipped cream.

3. Serve hot.

#cocktails #winter #fall #sweater weather #hot drinks #Hotchocolate #mulledwine #hottytoddy

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Date Night Ideas Around Atlanta

Atlanta offers an endless number of new adventures. For your next date night, take your partner with you and seek out what the city has to offer. Whether you are looking for an active experience or a sit-down show, there are many opportunities to explore with your special someone. Here are some date night ideas to try out around Atlanta.

Create Competition Puttshack

For your next date night adventure, create a healthy dose of competition at Puttshack. Take your special someone to the tee and enjoy an energizing game of tech-infused mini golf. After the putters are put away, dig into Puttshack's menu of delicious dishes that range from crispy flatbreads to juicy burgers. This is a date night idea you'll be dying to repeat.

Attend a Comedy Show Immerse yourself in love and laughs on date night by attending a Comedy Show with your significant other. Many Atlanta venues host reoccurring stand-up performances, such as Distillery of Modern Art's new monthly stand-up series Top Shelf Comedy and Red's Beer Garden's newly returned quarterly Comedy Night starting on November 7th.

Try a New Restaurant Each week it seems that a delicious new restaurant is opening in Atlanta. Therefore, there is no better time to go out and give your take on the menu than date night! Dig in some sensational newly opened Atlanta area eats such as Enzo Steakhouse & Bar, which offers a mouthwatering menu influenced by a unique approach to Italian cuisine, and Café 1933, a locally owned farm-to-table restaurant that serves up to-die-for dishes crafted with French cooking techniques.

Ride Bikes on the Beltline Bring out your bikes and peddle down the Beltline for beautiful views and venues to visit. The Beltline offers an endless amount of date night activities to stop at, such as restaurants like Two Urban Licks and Bully Boy, as well as the multitude of breweries, shops, and activities available on the West End side of the Beltline at Lee and White like Wild Heaven Beer, Honey Suckle Gelato, The Overlook and more!

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Five Skincare Routine Essentials

Across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, everyone is preaching their skincare routines. This invaluable trend educates viewers on the best ways to achieve (and maintain) clear skin. Even with all this knowledge readily available, creating a skincare routine can be a complicated journey. It's best to start simple with a few fundamental products. Here are five skincare routine items essential to enhancing your skin and producing long-lasting results.

Cleanser

Washing your face should be the first step in anyone’s skincare routine. Find a cleanser that works well with your skin type to effectively clear away dirt, grime, and excess oils that can clog pores and cause acne. Investing in a cleanser that’s gentle on the skin and does not strip away protective barriers and healthy oils is important. Research what face cleansers is best for your skin type, as there are many formulas to choose from, such as foaming cleansers, gel cleansers, micellar water, and creams and balms.

Moisturizer

A key step in any skincare routine is moisturizer. As the seasons are constantly changing, avoiding dry skin can be tricky. In order to combat peeling skin and dryness, it’s essential to apply moisturizer in the morning and at night. For those who wear make-up, try a moisturizer with a lighter application to avoid clumps forming underneath any products.

Vitamin C Serum  

As many skincare serums are available, it can be hard to know which ones are the most beneficial. Anyone unsure where to start should introduce a vitamin C serum into their routine. Using a vitamin C serum works to prevent wrinkles, saggy skin, and fine lines, decrease dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and can also reverse skin damage caused by pollution and UV rays.

Eye Cream

Eye creams can be a great product to add to your skincare routine early on in life. Eye creams are formulated specifically for the delicate, thin skin surrounding the eye. Therefore, an ordinary moisturizer is not giving that area of skin what it needs to say, supple and young. As that skin ages faster than the rest of the face, eye creams can help treat and prevent a lack of firmness, wrinkles, dark circles, undereye bags, and fine lines. For a more targeted approach to dark circles and puffiness, look into creams that contain niacinamide, vitamin c, and/or caffeine.

Sunscreen

Most don’t realize that even on cloudy days, the sun can still cause harm to your skin. As sun damage is the leading cause of certain cancers and premature aging, adding sunscreen to your daily skincare routine is absolutely necessary. Dermatologists recommend purchasing sunscreens or moisturizers that contain SPF 30 or higher. Slathering on sunscreen should also be the last step in any skincare routine.

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