If you want to know my kids' #1 favorite small business in JaxCo, THIS IS IT! The Rig is a Ninja Warriors-style gym packed full with tons of the obstacles you see on American Ninja Warrior. The owners, Glenn & Melissa, are not only incredibly kind people, but they are …

Do you even live in Jackson County if you've never tried Cream & Shuga??? I say that, but I think it took me a solid 3-4 years of living here before I heard of it. Tucked away in downtown Jefferson, Cream & Shuga is a cafe destination. Coffees, sandwiches …

NOW OPEN (Soft Opening, so doors are open, but enter with grace & patience as they work out the kinks!) just off 129 headed toward Athens. Redstone Market & Butcher is best described as a combination of Buckees, Trader Joes, and Joy Company Market! Local goods, fresh meat & seafood …

Need a sweet treat? Or a delicious pie for your Easter celebration? Look no further than Mady Cakes Bakery. Located in Jefferson in one of the white cottages at Madyson Square Gardens (next to Cream & Shuga), you'll find it all there! From single-servings of cookies, cakes, cheesecakes, and …

If you haven't heard yet, you'll soon start hearing the raving reviews of Pendergrass's newest (and only?) coffee & lunch spot {plus breakfast on Saturdays and soon to feature dinner!}: Millhouse Station

Located in downtown Pendergrass, Millhouse Station offers the perfect spot to meet friends for a …

You may have noticed the cute little white cottages located just up the hill from Cream & Shuga in Jefferson. Ever wondered what's up there?? While there are a few service-based businesses up there, there are also a few boutique retail shops, and they are SO CUTE!

I stopped …

Have you had a chance to visit Jefferson's newest (and arguably most delicious) bistro? Bistro to Go (from the catering folks at Thyme to Cater) is a must-try!

I met a sweet friend for a breakfast chat, and we each raved about our selections- from their coffee to their …

I love all things LOCAL! I mean, Georgia does have the BEST of everything. So I adore the concept behind Joy Company Market in downtown Braselton- a local shop owned by local people selling local goods!

They truly have a little bit of everything: fresh produce from local farmers; local …

If I had to choose my FAVORITE spot for a chill weekend dinner: Revival Hall Taproom!

Located in the Jefferson square, Revival Hall is Jefferson's watering hole! While they do not serve any food, they serve up a number of delicious brews, most of which appear to be local …

Hot Spot: Public Square Wine Market

Last year, during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I needed a WOW gift basket for my husband's boss {whom I've never met} when all I knew was that she loves wine! So, off to Public Square Wine Market I …