PrettyLitter: A Helpful Tool in Monitoring Your Cats’ Health
Daniel Rotman, founder of PrettyLitter, with his kittens. (©PrettyLitter) By Jennifer McKee In honor of National Cat Health Month, we talked with Daniel Rotman, founder of PrettyLitter. Rotman created the brand in 2015 after he lost his childhood cat. An...
Cocktail Recipes, Guacamole and Tequila Cupcakes for National Margarita Day
Tanteo Tequila's Habanero Passionfruit Margarita (©GuacAmigos) Monday, February 22 is National Margarita Day. What better way to start the week than with a slew of fresh and creative cocktail recipes? There's even recipes for guacamole and margarita cupcakes—yes,...
Virtual Black History Month Events for Late February, and a March Film Festival
Robert Smalls is among the people highlighted in the New York Historical Society's Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow exhibit. (©Library of Congress) By Jennifer McKeeThere’s still time to enjoy some great virtual events in conjunction with Black History Month....
Take a Commanding Tour of the East in Celebration of President’s Day
Harry S. Truman's Little White House in Key West, Florida. (©Historic Tours of America) By Jennifer McKee The origin of President’s Day dates back to 1880s, when the birthday of George Washington (Feb. 22) was first celebrated as a federal holiday. In 1968, Congress...
Fun and Feel-Good Gifts for Valentine’s Day
Celebrate Valentine's Day and the Zodiac with this collection from Davidoff (©Davidoff of Geneva) By Jennifer McKee Still looking for a gift for that special someone? Read on for ideas to go in every room of your house—and to a great cause. For the Bedroom Make the...
14 Wines and Cocktail Recipes That Are Perfect For Valentine’s Day—Plus One Grand Dessert Cocktail
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a lovely Malbec from Trapiche. (©Trapiche) By Jennifer McKee What would Valentine's Day be without a slate of great new cocktails and wines to make your palate go pitter-patter? No matter if you're celebrating with your sweetie, the...
How to Celebrate Black History Month in Augusta
Lucy Craft Laney is one of Augusta's African American icons (©Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau) By Jennifer McKee Augusta is rich in African American heritage. Learn more about iconic figures such as James Brown, Jessye Norman and Lucy Craft Laney at the...
Collier and Chris Wedding
February 1, 2020 By Hailea Boykin • Photography by Ashley Seawell Photography Surrounded by family and friends on a crisp February day, Collier McLeod and Chris Field said I do to forever at the Church of the Good Shepherd where two previous generations of the...
The Reception
A wedding is really all about the details. From color palettes and flowers to venues and menus to cocktail hours and seating arrangements, every detail is carefully planned to create a memorable day for each couple. But the reception is often what guests remember the...
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It’s comforting to remember that even in 2020, by popular acclaim the worst year most of us have ever had the misfortune to endure, there are still plenty of bests to offset all the worsts. Please enjoy all the proof the following pages provide. DINING...
Best of Augusta 2019
It’s our favorite issue of the year! Whether your new to Augusta or a long-time resident, the Best of Augusta has something for everyone. We invite you to discover the area’s top stores, restaurants, recreation spots and much more as chosen by you, our readers. ...
Best of Augusta 2018
It’s pretty special to know that the White House — well, the First Lady at least — evidently reads our magazine. We don’t even mind that she stole (OK, borrowed) the concept behind Best of Augusta for her “Be Best” campaign. All the winners who follow took her...