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The Black Dahlia – Notes From A Scandal
“The Black Dahlia” – Josh Hartnett, Scarlett Johansson, Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank I actually turned this off about 2/3 of the way through. The sets and costumes were rich but the story line was pathetically tragic. Alone Eckhart is a true talent, Swank is one of the finest, and Johansson has promise, but Hartnett is…
Rathbun’s – Atlanta (Inman Park), GA
Voted Best American Bistro by Atlanta Magazine, Chef Kevin Rathbun has crafted a true dining establish for Modern American Cuisine. From the converted warehouse loft with exposed brick to the open kitchen exposing the inner workings of culinary talent, the design is another Bill Johnson success story. The food is unique with such delights as…
Happy New Year!
A NEW YEAR and a new start! So why do I already feel like I am behind. Yes, most of us do tend to tackle too much at the start of any New Year. We make an endless list of resolutions only to find them going by the wayside within the first thirty days. So,…
Resolutions That Work!
Be concise and concrete! This means that to really have a resolution work it needs to be easily measured and tracked. So if you want to lose 20 pounds, just saying you want to lose it in the next three months isn’t going to do it. If instead, you state clearly that you will lose…
Atlanta, GA – Holiday Antics With Friends
The holidays were wonderful, and they already seem so very far away. I had a memorable Christmas Eve with a client (I’ve been unofficially adopted!) and her awesome family. I thought I had spirit, but I couldn’t touch her six foot Grinch complete in green faux Grinch fur and he is designed for absurd karaoke…
The Architect
“The Architect” – Anthony LaPaglia, Viola Davis, Isabella Rossellini, Sebastian Stan, Paul James When a disgruntled tenant shows up in his classroom, Architect Leo Waters (LaPaglia) has a first hand opportunity to learn about how his architecture failed its intended inhabitants even as it answered the dictates of low income housing. As the movie unfolds,…
Mosaic – Atlanta, GA
This charming neighborhood bistro boasts a seasonally refreshed menu with a distinct Mediterranean influence. Operated by partners Mike Burdick and Robert Dreeshch (a fellow Cornell alumnus), this is one of my favorite spots any night of the week. They have a welcoming colorful atmosphere, a decadent bar with divine martinis and an extensive wine list.…
Crustacean – Beverly Hills, CA
The atmosphere in this Beverly Hills hot spot is sort of Asian meets Pirates of the Caribbean, with lucite walkways over streams of carp and fish tank walls with brilliant tropical species and few James Bond scary fish! The service is a bit spotty, largely attributable to the tough layout. With an upstairs that wraps…
Holiday Hoopla
Are you ready? Yikes! I can’t believe that Christmas is in less than 7 days. I only just got my three live trees decorated this past weekend. I actually scaled back from last year. I’m down to a total of five trees including one glass and one permanent (a nice term for fake) from last…
The Holiday Habit
Since the holiday season seems to start earlier and earlier each year, what if we all simply lived by the holiday spirit year round? I mean really what if we were as giving as we are once a year, all the time. What if, instead of waiting for the holidays, we entertained our friends and…
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