Take a ride in vintage World War II aircraft to mark anniversary of VE Day

Reporter Newspapers Brookhaven 4/12 1:00A Rough Draft

Aviation and history aficionados in Atlanta will get the chance to experience restored World War II-era aircrafts during the upcoming “Special Warbird Rides Days” event. Taking place May 24-25 at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK), the event marks...

Food Fact Friday: Carrot cake with a recipe

Brookhaven Reporter 4/11 4:20A Sarra Sedghi

Photo by Leeloo The First/Pexels Carrot cake is considered a classic dessert, but its history dates back to medieval Europe and likely evolved from puddings.  “Sweeteners, especially sugar, were...

This week at the Farmers Market

Brookhaven Reporter 4/10 4:00A Sammie Purcell

Rough Draft Atlanta is partnering with Community Farmers Markets to let you know what’s in season at your local market. Each week, we’ll share a list of ingredients that are farm fresh as well as a...

Busy Weekend: Dogwood Festival, Record Store Day, Kylie Minogue and more

Buckhead Reporter 4/10 2:44A Collin Kelley

The 89th annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival is April 11-13. (File) If you re looking for something to do this weekend, April 11-13, there are festivals, food, music and more. Dogwood Festival The 89th...

Quick Bites for April 10: Restaurant closures, rebrands, and new Atlanta chef cookbook

Brookhaven Reporter 4/10 12:00A Beth McKibben

THERE, a bar & eatery closed at Town Brookhaven. (Via THERE/Facebook) Restaurant Closures After 14 years at Town Brookhaven, owner Bill Brown announced over the weekend that he was closing THERE, a...

Recipe: Zesty deviled eggs from Sweet Auburn BBQ

Brookhaven Reporter 4/9 5:00A Beth McKibben

Courtesy of Sweet Auburn BBQ. Today, we bring you Sweet Auburn BBQ ’s recipe for zesty deviled eggs, a recipe that gives this Southern food staple a little zing and zest from bacon, green onion stems,...

Brookhaven’s newest government office building opens

Brookhaven Reporter 4/8 7:35A Logan C. Ritchie

City staff and council members at the ribbon cutting for the PEP building on April 2. (Photo provided) After months of delays , the City of Brookhaven has opened its newest government office building...

Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce: Supporting local businesses

Brookhaven Reporter 4/8 7:02A Logan C. Ritchie

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson spoke at the Brookhaven Chamber meeting. (Photo by Logan C. Ritchie) The Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce is more than mixers and networking – it s a...

Sandy Springs resident organizes Liver Life Walk to raise awareness for liver disease

Brookhaven Reporter 4/7 8:54A Logan C. Ritchie

The fourth Liver Life Walk is planned for Saturday, April 12. (Photo courtesy of the Liver Life Walk) On Saturday, April 12, more than 130 people will gather in Dunwoody s Brook Run Park to support the fourth Liver Life Walk Atlanta with the...

Cultivating Georgia’s next environmental leaders

Brookhaven Reporter 4/5 3:59A Collin Kelley

=Interactive education in Amicalola Creek during the Spring 2024 IGEL field trip. (Photos courtesy IGEL) Discussing environmental issues has always been tricky and has grown even more so as the Trump...

Culture war bills, election tinkering left behind as Georgia lawmakers abruptly leave Gold Dome

Brookhaven Reporter 4/5 1:37A Jill Nolin | Georgia Recorder, S

The 2025 legislative session ended abruptly Friday when the Senate suddenly adjourned earlier than usual, catching many people in the bustling Georgia Capitol off guard and throwing the House into...

Announcing his retirement, Chef Gerry Klaskala talks the future of Aria in Buckhead

Reporter Newspapers Brookhaven 4/4 6:16A Beth McKibben

Pan-seared sea scallops at Aria. (Courtesy of Eaton Social) After 55 years in restaurants, acclaimed Atlanta chef Gerry Klaskala announced his retirement last month. This includes stepping down as...

MARTA dining guide: Brookhaven

Brookhaven Reporter 4/3 8:15A Beth McKibben

This Rough Draft dining series will continue throughout 2025, highlighting restaurants in cities and neighborhoods within easy walking distance or a short bus ride from MARTA rail stations. Once part...

The top Atlanta restaurant openings from the last quarter

Brookhaven Reporter 4/3 6:30A Beth McKibben

Recently, Rough Draft Editor-in-Chief and Dining Editor Beth McKibben provided insights into emerging 2025  food trends  in Atlanta. Now, she offers her picks for the top  five restaurant  openings...

This week at the Farmers Market

Brookhaven Reporter 4/3 4:00A Sammie Purcell

Rough Draft Atlanta is partnering with Community Farmers Markets to let you know what’s in season at your local market. Each week, we’ll share a list of ingredients that are farm fresh as well as a...