When you love wine like I do, having a “just because” moment always makes it into my “me time” schedule. Also, it helps to have great tasting grapes to cozy up with like this fabulous wine from Rodney Strong Vineyards. It pairs perfectly with any sipping session, especially after a long stressful day.
My de-stress situation started w/ this tasty Chardonnay. I love love love the light yet spicy taste, and the fabulous fruit notes—warm apples with a hint of vanilla (oh my!)
Just me, this wine, and a little quiet time is all I need to wind down. If you want to add bites to your sip session, pair this award-winning wine with Brie & crackers, zesty bites—or—simply pour a glass and binge a good show.
And since social distancing is still a thing, invite your besties on a Zoom call so you and your crew can enjoy a few (or more) virtual cheers together. Cause sharing sassy sips in any setting is so fab, amiright!
Treat yo’elf for the holidays and hit up a fabulously festive spot before Ol’ Saint Nick stops by. From decked out digs — to — over-the-top Christmas sips — to — tinsel-inspired tunes that would make the Grinch a lil’ green w/ envy, here’s a list of the hippest-happenin-holiday-inspired-hangouts to catch a Christmas vibe in the ATL that I’m sure Yule enjoy! Cheers!!!
Tiki Tango
If you’re looking to hang out with friends and vibe at a tropical tiki lounge-turned Christmas tiki paradise, look no further. The halls are decked in the best of holiday cheer and we’re ready for the festivities to start!
GET HERE: Tiki Tango “Holiday” Oasis, 57 13th Street, Atlanta, GA 30309
Home Alone @ Foxtrot
If the name Kevin McCallister means anything to you, you’re in for a treat this holiday season. Foxtrot Liquor Bar, Midtown Atlanta’s premier cocktail bar, is hosting a holiday extravaganza themed around a quintessential Christmas movie franchise: Home Alone.
From Home Alone-themed specialty cocktails to snacks named after pivotal characters and moments from the film, Foxtrot is getting a jump start on the holiday season with a celebration of childhood, Christmas presents and, of course, Macaulay Culkin.
GET HERE: Golden Eagle, 904 Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA 30316
Blitzen Room @ Biltong Bar
Biltong Bar’s annual holiday themed pop-up featuring swanky, vintage Christmas decor and festive seasonal libations is back and bigger than ever! Blitzen Room is popping up now at the restaurant’s Ponce City Market and Buckhead Village locations, as well as near Biltong Bar’s newest location at Avalon.
Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, the pop-up “Holiday Social Bar” has something on the cocktail list with your name on it. The Rooftop at Ponce City Market has completely transformed their indoor bar into an over-the-top experience bursting with whimsical décor and specialized holiday-inspired drinks.
GET HERE: Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Jingle Bar @ {three} sheets
The holiday spirit is about to be alive and well at Jingle Bar at {three} sheets! Their lavish lounge will transform into a winter wonderland this holiday season complete with Christmas décor, all the holiday hits on repeat, and delicious, themed cocktails as well as light bites.
GET HERE: Wonderkid, 777 Memorial Dr, Atlanta, GA 30316
West Pole Wonderland @ McCray’s Tavern
Make it a December to remember and stop by the West Pole Wonderland Christmas Pop-up for a little over-the-top non-stop holly jolly Christmas cheer at McCray’s Tavern in Smyrna!
GET HERE: McCray’s Tavern Smyrna, 4500 W Village Pl #2009, Smyrna, GA 30080
Mingle & Jingle Christmas Bar @ Best End Brewing
Mingle & Jingle is your ultimate Christmas gathering destination! Best End will be home to some of the most epic Instagram-worthy Christmas backdrops you’ve ever witnessed. Want more likes? Get a shot in front of the Life-Size Inflatable Hugging Teddy Bear or the World-Famous Festive AF Bow Wall.
Disclaimer: Apologies in advance if this post creates “auto envy”. Please note that there will also be an excessive use of the phrase “my Tahoe”… It’s just a little wishful thinking.😉 Hey, a girl can dream, right!? Besides, Christmas is right around the corner, so Hubby take notes…😉
It’s no surprise to spot me motoring around the ATL in my 2015 Tahoe. This baby has been my “everyday / everywhere / every time” ride and I L O V E I T!!! Not only has it been super reliable (imagine chauffeuring 4 active kids, road trips, etc.), but it’s also been loads of fun to drive over the years. So when I was recently given a 2021 Chevy Tahoe Premier to test drive, I thought “What better way to ring in the holiday than with a little Christmas adventuring around town!” And the All-New Chevy Tahoe was more than happy to assist with a little holiday help.
Ok, so I’m thinking hmmm, where can I take it? Maybe a road trip? Then I said to myself, “Self; just be yourself.” Take it for a spin and chronicle all the fun. So I did just that… and from there it was literally love at first drive. The 2021 Chevy Tahoe Premier is absolutely gorgeous, very practical, and plenty of fun! There’s just so much to love about it!
My Favorite Things
♫ Taking my Tahoe on Christmas adventures Sips of hot chocolate and candy cane wishes Sleigh bells and holiday movies that stream These are a few of my favorite things ♫
My Tahoe (Hubby, take note) came equipped with a panoramic moonroof to let a little lots of sunlight in, heated AND ventilated leather seats to battle those cold Winter days and haute Atlanta nights, panoramic camera views and blind spot detection that makes even my driving look good, a power liftgate for hands-free access to your precious cargo (e.g. shopping bags), and Sirius XM satellite radio with Bose® sound to rock out to my favorite 80’s tunes along the way. 😉 The 2021 Tahoe also gets excellent gas mileage (15 city/20 highway) which makes the wallet (and the budget) very happy. And with an onboard navigation system you can easily locate the nearest mall to blow some of that extra cash. 😉 The Tahoe also comes with a hands-free infotainment system featuring built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi that connects to your wireless device w/ Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™, so making and receiving calls (and even text messages) feels like you have a personal assistant along for the ride. So with all of these goodies at my fingertips, what else is there to do but take this baby on a holiday adventure cause Christmas aint gonna “Christmas” itself, amiright?!
Sleigh All Day
♫ Santa baby, just slip a Chevy under the tree For me Been an awful good girl A ’21 Tahoe too Light blue So hurry down the chimney tonight! ♫
Speaking of trees… One of my favorite family traditions is Christmas tree shopping. Each year we set out to find the perfect tree to chop, but not any ol’ ride will cut it. (pun intended) You’ve gotta be sure your ride can accommodate everyone AND carry a 10’ tree. No sweat! The 2021 Tahoe handled our tree trimming trip to Sleepy Hollow Farm like a pro! The spacious roof rack rail system was perfect to chauffer our holiday haul home. Saving space is super important and this baby has P L E N T Y! I mean the extra roomy cargo could hold enough presents to make even Santa a little jelly. LOL
A Show Stopper On Wheels
Being a diva that’s all about what’s happening around town, I’m always attending events and everything in between. No matter when I go, arriving in style for me is everything —so needless to say, looking fab is a must. And what better way to show your sense of style than to pull up in a chic SUV like the 2021 Chevy Tahoe Premier. With its jeweled headlights, comfy leather interior, and premium touches throughout, this baby is definitely red carpet ready! My Tahoe accompanied me to several holiday-themed events like Christmas light shows, holiday pop-up spots and cute coffee shops. And although I was looking uber fab at these events, my Tahoe definitely stole the show. 😉
My Tahoe and I had a fabulous time! Here’s to many more exciting roads to travel, and to all of the twists and turns along the way, because life would be no fun without them! You too can experience the All-New 2021 Chevy Tahoe Premier, but I must warn you in advance… It comes standard equipped with LUV! 😉
Disclaimer: ChevroletUSA provided me with an unforgettable experience in the 2021 Tahoe Premier, however all expression of total elation are my very own.
