Going out to eat is an experience. Some fancy, others quick and simple, and then there are the "everyday" chill spots that allow you to relax, enjoy the atmosphere and the food. I've experienced all of those in my ATL journey and want to share them with you. Here are 8 must try food places in ATL: 1) Fat Matt's Rib Shack - Your typical great food, small diner. This place serves up ribs and sides. If you like sweet greens they have them. The beans are really good. They are a s

If you ever get a chance to visit Georgia, you must take a trip to ATL and visit some of the most exquisite museums in the state. From upscale millionaire homes to trap houses prior rappers use to divulge in. Learn history and have fun doing it. Here are 7 must explore museums: 1) Atlanta History Center - Here you will find 33 acres of historic houses, farming and exhibits. One of my favorite exhibits was the actual Swan House. This house was built in 1928, during the end of

Technically, this is a restaurant/neighborhood joint with a chill vibe that allows guest to hang out and explore more than their food and drinks. On the spur of the moment decision some friends and I ended up here and loved it. The Porch is located in Arizona with three locations, Tempe, Gilbert and Phoenix. This place is great to gather with friends to drink, eat and listen to the latest music. We went on a Thursday night and the DJ was amazing. With the large yard chair as

Have you ever taken a train ride to nowhere but still ended up right where you wanted to be? Platform 18 is just that train ride. In Central Phoenix there is a place to go and have creative and crafty drinks while sitting in a bar that makes you feel like you are on a train ride. Taking it one step further, you must be 21 to even enter this Phoenix hot spot. Which makes it great for gathering and relaxing. All aboard......... On this Presidential Pullman-inspired train car, r

Most people come to California to visit popular places, such as Los Angeles, San Diego or even Anaheim. However, there is another place in California that has a bustling city and people explore called Fresno. Fresno is apart of San Joaquin Valley and was created in the early 1900s. The city is home of Yosemite National Park, which has giant rock formations and waterfalls. So if you ever decide to take a trip to Fresno here are 7 things you have to check out. 1) Yosemite Natio

A place in the center of Avondale, with crazy cool decor with a hint of modern, El Tataki Mexican Grill and Sushi Bar. I’d never consider Mexican and Sushi going together, but this place nails it. Located in the Fry’s plaza on 107th ave and Indian School, you don’t expect such a quality find, but we did. So let’s get into it: Price - Due to my sister, Shannon, footing the bill, I’m not sure how much the total was, but I do know that the cost for drinks is around $5-9, the bow

For Mother's Day I wanted to relax and do something special with my mom. I decided to do a staycation here in Phoenix at The Marriott Vacation Club Canyon Villas because it was close and the pool looked relaxing. We checked in on Saturday, May 8th and had a one night stay. Upon arrival the place looks basic, but when you check in you realize the amenities it has and how relaxing the vibe is. We had a two bedroom villa. One with a king bed and the other with two queen beds. Th

In Memphis there is a Civil Rights Museum that was once a motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King was shot. The Lorraine Motel was a place blacks were accepted back when segregation was a big issue. I went in thinking it would be great cultural information, history and nice place to explore. All of those things were true, however; I didn't realize how emotional it would make me. I found myself wiping tears away as I walked through exhibits that showed how slaves were brought ove