Liz Attaway

The Interlock, the nine-acre mixed-use development in West Midtown, will celebrate three years as a gathering place for the community this March. Driven by West Midtown’s tech and population boom, The Interlock has evolved into a thriving destination with experiential attractions, unique retail and chef-infused dining. On Saturday March 23, the community is invited to celebrate the milestone with a Picnic in the Park at Highline Park.

Sandy Springs Artsapalooza returns on Saturday, March 30, and Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. The award-winning, free festival features more than 150 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craft makers, glass blowers, jewelers and more. Transforming the tree-lined streets of Sandy Springs into an expansive outdoor art gallery, festival-goers will have the opportunity to view artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on art activities, and enjoy music. The event also has an expansive children's area and plenty of food trucks and beverages for all tastes. At 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday, the festival is once again hosting the largest Easter Egg Hunt in Sandy Springs with over 10,000 hidden Easter eggs. Kids are asked to arrive early with a small bag or basket. The festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and dogs are welcome.

As the vibrant hues of spring begin to paint the cityscape, Atlantic Station welcomes April with an array of events to delight everyone. From a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party featuring complimentary viewing glasses and a DJ to delicious foods and drinks at the Tacos ‘N Taps and Atlanta Seafood Festivals to events for a cause with Walk MS, Atlantic Station beckons with an April calendar bursting with springtime festivities.

The Works welcomes the spring season with sunny skies, warmer weather and a fun-filled calendar of events in April! Dance and enjoy live music at The Camp; indulge in delicious wine tastings at Taste Wine Bar & Market; treat your pup to a dog-friendly brunch at Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming; take advantage of special discounts at Aya Medical Spa’s Spring Open House; and show off your sharpest wit and axe-cellent axe throwing skills at American Axes Trivi-Axe. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy at the Upper Westside’s largest mixed-use gathering destination.

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Tucked at the end of Dutch Valley in Midtown, Jai Ho Indian Kitchen and Bar is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Atlanta. With scratch Indian-inspired cocktails along with divine dishes that are big on flavor, they have dynamic staples like hearty Aloo Gobi and Chana Masala to inspired mains like the Lamb Hind Shank and even pizza! Don’t go to Jai Ho without trying one of their signature, made-fresh cocktails like the Jai Ho Colada and the Cilantro Martini. Who’s hungry?

As the sun sets over the luxurious rooftop bar, the rays hit the beautiful bay water throwing up shades of purple, orange and pink, enveloping all spectators in the final moments of the day’s light. Down below, a large stream interconnects with lakes, rivers, and eventually into the ocean where sunbathers sip cocktails under branded umbrellas. There’s also a walkway covered in palms and other lush trees where a couple walk hand-in-hand pass a treehouse and a large bridge with marina views. The rows of boats bob up and down in the water as the blue and purple of the evening sky meet at the horizon. Did you feel that? That’s Sandestin.

Not too far from Alpharetta, there is a sleepy town square in the city of Milton. Nestled in a beautiful house with an expansive, inviting porch, the bright spot downtown has to be Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails. We sampled a bit of everything from the happy hour plump filet mignon, amazing deviled farm eggs, crispy fried green tomatoes, spicy Nashville hot chicken tamales, rich blackened salmon, sweet carrot cake and a few dynamic cocktails. Get ready for a food adventure.

The white tablecloth is crisp and clean, the table is adorned with fine linen-wrapped silverware, china, tall shiny wine glasses, and the smell of fresh baked bread fills the air. This sets the stage for the elegant Italian food Piastra makes from scratch with love. Tucked in the charming downtown Marietta Square, Piastra boasts handmade, in-house mozzarella or pasta, fresh baked bread, hand-stuffed sausage, and even made-from-scratch desserts like peach cobbler. It’s all so fresh and feels authentic, from the rich meatballs, the crunchy risotto balls and refreshing peach caprese salad, to the delicate salmon sausage entrée, the unbelievable pork chop, and the crumbly peach cobbler. This authentic Italian meal was a walk through Italy, but with a hint of the South sprinkled in to remind us we’re not in the Lipman family kitchen in the outskirts of Rome. Bring your elastic waist pants; you’ll need them for this journey.

One thing that Atl-iens can all agree on is that Atlanta is an exceptionally large city, there’s so much to get into and do here, plus the patio scene has exploded beyond the ones we’ve highlighted in the city. So, we went on another Adventures in Patios, this time to highlight Hidden Gems and OTP patios in areas around Atlanta so no matter what neighborhood you live in, there’s one near you to try. Are you ready to take a tour of our fair city?