The holidays present ample opportunities to dine with beloved family and friends, and few appetizers satisfy as thoroughly as these healthy Mediterranean dips. Sherif Riad from Fusion Restaurant & Bar on Hwy. 155 in McDonough welcomes you to try his family’s signature recipes at your next gathering. “For extra smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas after...
Everyone thinks of something different when they hear the word “summertime.” Lazy days at the pool, road trips, baseball—all of these come to mind. For me, summertime equals grilling time. Whether it’s grilling chicken wings, hamburgers, sausages or some great steaks, summer is about spending small moments with family and enjoying some great food along...
On the corner of Griffin Street and Keys Ferry Street sits a group of rocking chairs under a black-and-white striped awning. The curlicue store lettering above and welcoming facade invite guests to venture inside and enjoy a sweet treat. Upon entering, guests are met with comforting aromas and an array of sweet treats—from candies to...
Tanya Jaynes, now Boatwright, grew up in New Haven, Connecticut in the 1970s and ‘80s and loved visiting the Italian, Jewish, and Polish delis in the area, as well as different bakeries, bodegas, and markets. Each one had their own feel, with unique menu items or certain products on sale. It encouraged a love of...
Before he was a city councilman or mayor pro tem, Devlin Cleveland was in the landscaping business. When he decided to seek a new career, he went to school: ice cream school. “We learned the whole business, learning how to use the machines and how to make our own ice cream. It was exciting because...
Running a restaurant can be a daunting task, and sometimes the only people who truly know what it’s like are other people in the business. David Maiolo, operating partner of Sweet Auburn BBQ, and Patrick McHugh, owner of 15th St. Pizza & Pub, had some mutual friends and started talking about work and the Henry...
When you pass Piedmont Henry Hospital these days, you can’t help but see the construction of a brand-new patient tower. In 2026, the hospital will have 96 new patient rooms, as well as a brand-new kitchen, cafeteria, and doctor’s lounge. Until then, the dietary department, with its recently doubled staff, will continue to provide three...
A local primary healthcare group wants residents to realize that healthy options exist in town when they want to go out to eat. While some doctors may recommend eating at home more to stay healthy, Dr. Priya Shah, a physician and Aylo Health’s clinical director also wants patients to be realistic. “Having healthy eating habits...
For nearly 35 years, the Helping in His Name Ministries Food Pantry has been a crucial area of support for Henry County residents in need, providing necessary grocery assistance. Currently serving just over 1,100 families by appointment only once a month, the nonprofit organization distributes more than 220 pounds of meat, bread, fruit, vegetables, canned...
The Green Front Cafe has been a part of Stockbridge history since 1947. Originally owned and operated by Carrie Mae Hambrick for over 50 years, the restaurant was purchased by Diane Miller, and her daughter, Malana, in 2018. “We purchased the Green Front Cafe because this is a landmark in the community,” said Miller. “This...