Sandy Springs is full of history, while being close enough, yet far enough away from the big city bustle of Atlanta. From the arts to international cuisine, you may be surprised to learn of the enriching activities available in this beautiful spot of Georgia.
City Springs
City Springs is an entire cityscape that has just opened in Sandy Springs. The civic and cultural center features beautiful facilities, including a Performing Arts Center. The concept will bring even more opportunities for the arts, upping the city’s creative game.
Eat at Emidio’s Restaurant
Emidio’s Restaurant whips up the most incredible Portuguese fare. The monthly communal lunch might be the very best time to drop in—everything from grilled fresh sardines, Portuguese barbecue, marinated pork dishes and authentic sides are served. And who wouldn’t love the cozy atmosphere?
Visit Heritage Sandy Springs Museum
Heritage Sandy Springs Museum is within the Williams-Payne House, a gorgeous 1800s structure at the Heritage Green Park. First, it was located on Mount Vernon Highway and State Route 400. The home Recently underwent renovation, and exhibits like “Sandy Springs: Land and People” which depicts vast differences in Sandy Springs over time, beginning with native Americans, is front and center. If you’re lucky, you’ll be there on a weekend where Historic Dance is demonstrated.
Heritage Green
While housing the museum, Heritage Green is a cultural experience in itself. At the administrative office, you’ll find whittled wood, peach seeds and nuts that have been transformed into turtles, army men, and birds by Moses Young Robinson. Heritage even publishes a magazine with pages full of historical stories from Sandy Springs. This is also the festival and farmers market hotspot!
Rumi’s Kitchen
Rumi’s Kitchen has a unique vibe and killer Persian food. Seriously, it’s the best anywhere near Atlanta, and that’s saying something! If you go, try the lamb sliders, they won’t disappoint.
Dakoro Art Gallery
Dakoro Art Gallery‘s multidimensional portraits and abstract street art are mesmerizing. You’ll find the modern studio along the CityWalk. Artists from around the world are often given a chance to display their stuff at Dakoro, so your guaranteed to see some intriguing stuff.
Il Gallio Osteria & Bar
Merging with Atlanta’s locally inspired, trendy-modern food theme, Il Gallio cooks up the freshest, most authentic Italian dishes. It’s the closest thing to actually going to Italy. You can’t go wrong with the Spaghetti e Polpette with fresh noodles, tomatoes, marinara, garlic and tender meatballs. Of course the wine list is superb.
PASOFino Latin Dance Studio
There’s nothing like whipping across the dance floor fluidly with an “in sync” partner. It’s incredibly freeing, and PASOFino will help you nail your Salsa and Bachata technique.
The Japanese Embroidery Center
The Japanese Embroidery Center aims to “preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Japanese embroidery through the pursuit of Nuido.” Nuido is also known as The Way of Embroidery, and it’s so beautiful to see this cherished art living on in the States.
Sips N Strokes
Because booze and painting should mingle more often! Engage in the art of canvas painting, while you toss back a few cans of Trader Joe’s Sparkling Rosé, or any other beverage you’d like to bring along. It’s a great girls outing, or date! And you’ll leave with some awesome wall decor!
