I'm a thin-crust-cheap-slice-cheesy-hole-in-the-wall kind of pizza girl. One of my biggest pet peeves ever is when pizza joints don't offer slice pizza. Have you seen how big my stomach is...do you really think I could eat an entire pie? No, just no. Other than that tangent, here are the best places I've found for slice pizza in the Metro Atlanta area:
one. Fellini's (originally in Buckhead). The pizza place combines everything I love about pie spots: cheap, high quality, and delicious. A slice will be around $2, and they're pretty big. My favorite part of Fellini's (or Felines, as I thought it was called when I was young) is that you're given a framed postcard when you order so the server can bring it out to you. If you've ever been, you know that most of the post cards are random things. Fellini's wins for best atmosphere, hands down.
two. Rosa's (Five Points). This takes the prize for greasiest, but oh so delicious. I don't really want to know what goes on in the kitchen; I can only imagine based on the outward appearance. Therefore, it fails on atmosphere and health, but shines on taste.
three. Mellow Mushroom (originally in Druid Hills). I almost did not include Mellow on my list. Although I absolutely love the taste of the Shroom, they do not offer slices during dinner (it may be different for other stores, though). Besides that, their dough has been kissed by the gods.
four. Everybody's Pizza (Virginia Highlands). There are two locations for Everybody's, but I have only been to the one in ViHi. It's right in the middle of town, and boasts a great menu. It can get a little pricey, but the mini pizzas are a perfect size (they don't serve slices to my knowledge).
four and four quarters. Alessio's (Alpharetta). Alessio's is most "neighborhood" pizza place I know of. Though it's in Alpharetta, relinquishing all rights to best atmosphere (sorry to all die hard alphas), it's a cheap place to grab a slice. The rest of their menu isn't too shabby either. If you're in alpha town, it's a diamond in the rough.
Next up: I want to try Pie in the Sky in Kennesaw to see if it can beat some of these.
Anyone have any suggestions?
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Friday, August 13, 2010
Best iPhone Apps
I'm always searching for new apps for my phone that will make life easier. They really aren't kidding when they say "there's an app for that." The following are the most useful apps, not necessarily the most fun (like cat piano).
one. Where. This in one of those all-in-one apps. It tells you the cheapest gas prices in your area, current traffic, movie times, and lots of other stuff. It's most def my most used app.
two. RepairPal. If my car breaks down or I need work done, I can find what I should expect to pay, where to go (based on user reviews), and emergency numbers (like towing services).
three. DCCU or your personal bank's app. I can transfer money from my savings and look at my balance. Most banks have their own banking app.
four. Urbanspoon. This app is great if you want to find a restaurant within your budget, area, and liking. It gives user reviews and is available wherever you are (aka: doesn't only have restaurants for big cities like Atlanta).
four and four quarters. EveryTrail. This app gives you information about hiking trails. It finds one in your area and shows you pictures and personal notes from other members about the trail.
one. Where. This in one of those all-in-one apps. It tells you the cheapest gas prices in your area, current traffic, movie times, and lots of other stuff. It's most def my most used app.
two. RepairPal. If my car breaks down or I need work done, I can find what I should expect to pay, where to go (based on user reviews), and emergency numbers (like towing services).
three. DCCU or your personal bank's app. I can transfer money from my savings and look at my balance. Most banks have their own banking app.
four. Urbanspoon. This app is great if you want to find a restaurant within your budget, area, and liking. It gives user reviews and is available wherever you are (aka: doesn't only have restaurants for big cities like Atlanta).
four and four quarters. EveryTrail. This app gives you information about hiking trails. It finds one in your area and shows you pictures and personal notes from other members about the trail.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Best neighborhoods in Atlanta
I love Atlanta. The southern charm fuses with city life, which makes it different from any other city. I feel like I know a good bit about Atlanta, and the following are my favorite neighborhoods:
one. Dunwoody. Well of course, this is the best place I've ever lived! If you know me, you know I'm a big advocate for Dunwoody. It's like a big, small town. I constantly see people I know, but there are also 50,000ish residents within the city limits. There are only two main grocery stores, a handful of big churches, one middle school, and one high school. There isn't too much traffic (relative to most other parts of Atlanta), and the big city is only 20ish minutes away. It has it's own "downtown" district where you can find the best mall in Georgia (in my opinion), and any store you could possibly want. Overall, I think it's a great place to raise families and great if you want a safe area to live in.
two. Inman Park. For those who don't know, the story behind Inman Park is that when Atlanta was being built up, Inman Park was one of the first suburbs. People loved this new radical idea, because they could live in a "country" home with a yard just outside the city, but take public transportation into Atlanta for work. Later on, Inman Park became a poor area that was overrun with violence and crime. In the 1970s, there was a big push to change the image. Now it has parks and a wonderful festival every spring in order to revive the area. You'll notice that their "logo" is the butterfly, to denote their death to life transition. The homes are beautiful and I think it's great that they saw the potential for this neighborhood. It's a true testament to what city revitalization can do.
three. Downtown Norcross. This place is such a secret, but a really neat place. If you keep going back on Holcomb Bridge you eventually run into a cute trackside town known as Norcross. The houses are historic bungalows that have also been revitalized. The city center has a park, shops, and the best coffee shop ever (Northern Star--sorry sbux!).
four. Piedmont Park. I realize this is rather close to Inman Park, but I love this area too. The park is so beautiful and the side streets are fun to explore. The best part is, the students who live around there go to Grady (which is right across from the park). I can't even imagine being able to walk out of class and just go over to the park. If you've never been to the park, I highly suggest it! It's a great place for walking or enjoying a concert.
four and four quarters. Downtown Decatur. Between all the great restaurants, Eddie's Attic, and all the festivals that go on in the square, Decatur is fun place. They've done a nice job of mixing in old architecture with new. Though the main square is mainly older, they have several new commercial and corporate buildings that line the streets. The best part is, marta goes right into the center of the square.
one. Dunwoody. Well of course, this is the best place I've ever lived! If you know me, you know I'm a big advocate for Dunwoody. It's like a big, small town. I constantly see people I know, but there are also 50,000ish residents within the city limits. There are only two main grocery stores, a handful of big churches, one middle school, and one high school. There isn't too much traffic (relative to most other parts of Atlanta), and the big city is only 20ish minutes away. It has it's own "downtown" district where you can find the best mall in Georgia (in my opinion), and any store you could possibly want. Overall, I think it's a great place to raise families and great if you want a safe area to live in.
two. Inman Park. For those who don't know, the story behind Inman Park is that when Atlanta was being built up, Inman Park was one of the first suburbs. People loved this new radical idea, because they could live in a "country" home with a yard just outside the city, but take public transportation into Atlanta for work. Later on, Inman Park became a poor area that was overrun with violence and crime. In the 1970s, there was a big push to change the image. Now it has parks and a wonderful festival every spring in order to revive the area. You'll notice that their "logo" is the butterfly, to denote their death to life transition. The homes are beautiful and I think it's great that they saw the potential for this neighborhood. It's a true testament to what city revitalization can do.
three. Downtown Norcross. This place is such a secret, but a really neat place. If you keep going back on Holcomb Bridge you eventually run into a cute trackside town known as Norcross. The houses are historic bungalows that have also been revitalized. The city center has a park, shops, and the best coffee shop ever (Northern Star--sorry sbux!).
four. Piedmont Park. I realize this is rather close to Inman Park, but I love this area too. The park is so beautiful and the side streets are fun to explore. The best part is, the students who live around there go to Grady (which is right across from the park). I can't even imagine being able to walk out of class and just go over to the park. If you've never been to the park, I highly suggest it! It's a great place for walking or enjoying a concert.
four and four quarters. Downtown Decatur. Between all the great restaurants, Eddie's Attic, and all the festivals that go on in the square, Decatur is fun place. They've done a nice job of mixing in old architecture with new. Though the main square is mainly older, they have several new commercial and corporate buildings that line the streets. The best part is, marta goes right into the center of the square.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Things I'm glad I did this past year
I was thinking about it this morning, and my life has changed so dramatically in the past year. I wouldn't change it for anything!
one. Gone to Kennesaw. Somehow God always finds a way to get things done that He wants to. Though KSU was not even in my radar when applying to schools, I am so glad I went. It really ended up being far past my expectations and I've met some great people. I've been able to rise to my full potential, academically and socially. If you told me a year ago where I'd be this year, there's no way I would have believed you.
two. Went to Echo. Once upon a time, I kept getting invited to this campus ministry at ksu. I finally caved in and went, and I'm so glad I did! It has been a tool to grow me spiritually. It's a great time of fellowship, which I think is so important at a school like ksu (since most commute). Along with that, I'm happy I/we started Thursday night dinner before Echo. It keeps growing and I'm excited to see what God will do with it!
three. Worked and Quit. I started working a real job this year at Starbucks, and I learned so much about responsibility. I'm thankful for my time at the Dunwoody Village Starbucks (Chastain, not so much...), and I don't regret quitting. Now I'm doing work that better suits my skills.
four. Doing stupid stuff. This year I did a lot of stupid things, like the time I went road tripping the night before an exam. These things defined my year and will be ever-present memories for me. That stupid stuff ended up shaping me to become better.
four and four quarters. Realization. This year I came to cognizant of how I really know nothing, and that life just is. Every ounce of planning I could do would never matter. God has a far greater plan then anything I could ever even write about.
one. Gone to Kennesaw. Somehow God always finds a way to get things done that He wants to. Though KSU was not even in my radar when applying to schools, I am so glad I went. It really ended up being far past my expectations and I've met some great people. I've been able to rise to my full potential, academically and socially. If you told me a year ago where I'd be this year, there's no way I would have believed you.
two. Went to Echo. Once upon a time, I kept getting invited to this campus ministry at ksu. I finally caved in and went, and I'm so glad I did! It has been a tool to grow me spiritually. It's a great time of fellowship, which I think is so important at a school like ksu (since most commute). Along with that, I'm happy I/we started Thursday night dinner before Echo. It keeps growing and I'm excited to see what God will do with it!
three. Worked and Quit. I started working a real job this year at Starbucks, and I learned so much about responsibility. I'm thankful for my time at the Dunwoody Village Starbucks (Chastain, not so much...), and I don't regret quitting. Now I'm doing work that better suits my skills.
four. Doing stupid stuff. This year I did a lot of stupid things, like the time I went road tripping the night before an exam. These things defined my year and will be ever-present memories for me. That stupid stuff ended up shaping me to become better.
four and four quarters. Realization. This year I came to cognizant of how I really know nothing, and that life just is. Every ounce of planning I could do would never matter. God has a far greater plan then anything I could ever even write about.
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