By Mina Kinjo
EATS
Southern Fried & Satisfied
Well, butter my biscuit! Cornbread and Butter served up a little Southern magic when Chef Jernard Wells opened his doors in Grayson this May. Think soulful classics, modern flair and comfort food with a story to tell. Hungry yet? Y’all know where to go!
Location: 2132 Britt St. Ste 205, Grayson
No Crumbs Left Behind
Sandwich cravings? Say less! JoJo’s Bistro has been serving Dacula since March with a menu worth drooling over. Think pesto chicken sandwiches, melty Philly melts, crispy truffle fries and creamy tomato bisque. Add fresh salads and house-made sauces to the mix and honey, lunch just got a whole lot tastier!
Location: 2463 Hamilton Mill Pkwy. Ste 290, Dacula
ARTS
Sorry, I’m Booked
Plot twist! There’s a new bookstore in town, and bookworms, you’re about to lose your weekends. Wildbird Bookshop opened in May with literary classics, cult favorites and unexpected page-turners galore. Come hunt for your next literary obsession, fall down a rabbit hole or two and leave with a tote bag full of stories!
Location: 1048 Homestead Way St., Dacula
Caffeine & Curiosities
Coffee shop or treasure hunt? Why not both! Antique Caffe in Johns Creek blends artisanal sips with vintage finds, turning every visit into an artful adventure. From one-of-a-kind décor to secondhand treasures with stories to tell, it’s a charmingly sustainable way to shop small, sip slow and discover something unexpected.
Location: 10350 Medlock Bridge Rd. Ste 205, Johns Creek
EVENTS
Playtime Without Limits
Playtime? Oh, we’re so here for it! We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym opened its doors in Grayson on September 12, bringing sensory-friendly fun and inclusive play to Gwinnett’s littlest rockstars. Slides, smiles and serious playtime vibes? Grab your kiddos and come see what all the fun is about!
Location: 200 Grayson Industrial Pkwy., Grayson
Big Forking Deal
Buford, consider your taste buds officially booked! Stäge Kitchen & Bar rolled into town with its second location on September 18, dishing out sizzling steaks, fresh seafood, global tapas and sushi worth swooning over. Feeling fancy? Thirsty? Just plain hungry? Scoot on over… your next foodie obsession awaits!
Location: 2925 Buford Dr. Ste 1400, Buford