• Mapping annexation in DeKalb [Decaturish]
• Bleu Hanger Boutique opening on East College Ave [Next Stop…Decatur]
• Druid Hills Civic Assoc board supports vote on Atlanta annexation [DHCA]
• Atlanta Streetcar involved in 2nd accident [ABC]
• GSU awaits a Turner Field of Dreams [Saporta Report]
• A definitive ranking of Thanksgiving sides [Vox]

Map courtesy of Andrew Feury and Decaturish

Amidst an annexation update on the Medlock Area Neighborhood Association website is this note…

Because many residents continue to voice an interest in being annexed to Decatur, we have arranged another meeting with the City of Decatur the week after Thanksgiving.  Both Mary Margaret Oliver and Elena Parent have indicated that they will at least try to attend; Rahn Mayo is unavailable for that meeting. Decatur was very clear in their lack of interest in annexing the Medlock neighborhood when we met last September 25 and the MANA Board does not believe that we will receive a different answer.

Chris sends in this photo – courtesy of Eddie Fowlkes – of a women’s men’s soccer game back in 1978 with the Burger Chef that once sat along North McDonough Street in the background.  Grindhouse Burger is currently planning to build a new Atlanta location on the same spot.

Eddie also sent along this example pic of a typical Burger Chef.

Thanks Chris and Eddie!

Twisted Soul, a new Southern restaurant “with a twist” opening in the old MARBAR space along East Howard Ave, has announced its opening date and shared its MENU.  Here’s the official press release…

Chef and caterer Deborah VanTrece has taken over the Decatur space previously home to Marbar. Chef Deborah is focused on reviving a soul food concept from the late 1990s called Edible Art.

The restaurant is Southern based, with a soulful twist — a little different than the farm-to-table Southern fusion. She will be working with local farmers and offer seasonal menus. Items will include cocoa-crusted rack of lamb with sweet potato pone and spoonbread, shrimp and crab fritters, seafood macaroni, barbecue chicken spring rolls, and of course her award winning southern fried chicken. At the bar, the focus will be on Southern spirits such as bourbon along with unique moonshine infused signature cocktails, pecan and sweet potato vodkas. There will be a sweet potato martini, white whiskey cobbler, and a Georgia sunrise. Local craft beers will also be available on draft and bottle. Child, vegetarian and gluten free offerings will also be served.

VanTrece will lead the kitchen, supported by select staff members who have been working with her since she opened Edible Art in 1998. It closed in 2002 due to a change in building management. As a very hands-on chef, she knows her vision and wants to be there to fulfill it and believes that top-notch customer service is key.

The majority of the décor – such as the rustic tables and chairs will remain intact, with both dining room, bar and outdoor patio. “I love the feel. It’s very neutral, casual, comfortable, urban-chic atmosphere,” VanTrece says.

Twisted Soul Kitchen + Bar will be open to the public for dinner service starting December 3rd, 2014, located at 314 East Howard Avenue, 30030. In celebration of our opening week, they’ll be toasting their patrons with a glass of wine on the house, December 3rd – 7th.
For information, visit twistedsoulkitchenandbar.com or facebook.com/twistedsoulsouthernfusion.

Atlanta Beltline Artwork @ Winnona Park Elementary, Decatur GA (pic courtesy of Ilene)

From Atlanta Intown…

The Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Druid Hills has announced significant expansion plans, which includes the 75-acre Fernbank Forest.

The new outdoor adventure experience will occupy the 10 acres of mature woodlands behind the Museum’s terrace overlook. Experiences will include tree pods, play areas,  ground trails, sensory stations, adventure nets, hands-on water cycle activities, a restored wetland and “floating” walkways. It’s expected to open in the summer of 2016.

Rendering courtesy of Atlanta Intown

• “Together in Atlanta” meeting summary [CHCA]
• Medlock’s elementary school would be swallowed up by proposed Atlanta annexation [MANA]
• Krog Street Market officially opens Monday! [Eater]
• Spotlight on Kirkwood’s Urban Forest [WABE]
• 18 Atlanta Holiday Light Extravaganza [Atlanta Magazine]