Cute Former CityBook Model Named Chef of Chris Shepherd’s Revamped Downtown Resto
Evan W. Black
OPENED AT THE beginning of 2021, Underbelly Hospitality’s Georgia James Tavern was a glimmer of hope for the return of Downtown as a social destination post-pandemic. It was first known as an offshoot of Georgia James Steakhouse, but now — with a new menu and a new chef — the eatery is stepping boldly into its own identity.
Can’t-Miss Spring Openings: Return of a Celeb Chef, New Montrose Hot Spot & More!
Robin Barr Sussman
APRIL IS JUST about to wrap, and the culinary hits keep coming! Here’s a rundown of the latest openings.
At Surprise-Filled Gala, JDRF Raises Nearly $2 Million More Than Goal to Fight Type 1 Diabetes
Jeff Gremillion
WHEN JDRF, THE leading global organization focused on researching type 1 diabetes, finally held its slickly produced Promise Ball with its “Day in the Life” theme after a two-year Covid break, it had high expectations. It set a fundraising goal of $2 million — which, it turns out, was all wrong. Instead, with the help of chairs Amber and Clay Bretches, the organization had an eye-popping haul of $3.7 million!
Shavon Morris's 'Transfiguration,' collage on canvas, 2024