Netflix's Gentefied: What a "pinche orgullo"!
I am an absolute nobody. Yet, Marvin Lemus gave me the time of the day to talk about his Netflix show Gentefied. My stalking skills are not to be credited for this opportunity - even though I really exploited them here. It was merely the incredible humbleness of Lemus.
This is how it went, why Gentefied speaks suitably to me as a Latin immigrant, and how Lemus doesn’t give a shit if the “blanquitos” get it or not.
The American Dream: Lupe’s Mexican Eatery in Atlanta
3 a.m. A gradual beeping noise fills up the room. It’s the alarm. The windows are open, but only the dim moonlight is shining through. It’s Saturday. No chance to snooze. Long day ahead. Long weekend ahead.
Restaurantes pop up de dueños y sabores mexicanos en Atlanta
Déjate transportar a través de un bocado. La diversidad y multiculturalidad de la ciudad de Atlanta han hecho de esta ciudad el hogar perfecto para muchos chefs mexicanos que comparten su cultura a través de la comida. (Discover Atlanta Now Fall Issue 2021)
Becoming President: Rick Estimond, a leader helping shape Georgia’s TV & Film Industry
From intern to President of the largest talent agency in the Southeast in just ten years. Rick Estimond, 37, son of Haitian immigrants, didn’t aim for it, yet, here he is. The industry recognizes him for his incredible impact, but Estimond hasn't had time to notice how far he's come.
Cosas Para Hacer en Atlanta en el Otoño
Georgia es conocido por el cambio de colores de la vegetación durante el otoño. Una matriz de colores en los árboles nos muestran en cámara lenta el cambio de estaciones del año.
Not all athletes are dancers, but all dancers are athletes.
Loud, explosive, and energetic music fills up the room. The dancer double spins before landing purposely and softly on her left toes barely making a sound. Simultaneously, she kicks her right foot back like a horse defending her space. Her fingers drive her hands explosively into the air. Her neck elongates and her eyes shoot a penetrating stare to the sky.
Falcon is inspired to showcase local, worldwide artists in the mountains of Rabun County, Georgia
It is no surprise that a creative, innovative, and daring mind is the one responsible for opening a gallery and arts center in the Northeast Georgia mountains.
"Aqui se gana, pero hay que trabajar duro"
25 años viviendo en los Estados Unidos, Augusto Pascual Martínez hace de Habersham County su hogar.
En Huehuetenango, Guatemala, Martínez no lograba darle a su familia la vida que el quería. “aya en el pueblo no hay dinero. No podía juntar para una casa o para ropa,” cuenta Martínez. “Apenas podía alcanzar para comer y nada mas.”
Un lugar para cultivar la creatividad
No es sorpresa que una mente creativa, innovadora y desafiante sea la encargada de abrir una galería y centro de arte en las montañas del Noreste de Georgia.
Shoppers flock to Clayton for annual Christmas event
The streets of Downtown Clayton flooded with the holiday spirit the Friday after Thanksgiving. More than just a typical Black Friday full of shopping, Clayton Downtown Christmas was a true small-town holiday evening filled with family fun and a strong sense of community.
Clayton Cluckers raise funds for Food 2 Kids with annual Turkey Trot
It was cold, it was windy, but it wasn’t going to stop anyone from running for a good cause. On Thanksgiving morning, a group of regular and casual runners kicked off their holiday at the Turkey…
The Farm Friendly Life: The Mashburns make their living through the Georgia soil
On a sunny Saturday morning, you can make your way to the Clayton Farmers Market at the Northeast Georgia Food Bank, and find an array of local farmers offering the best of their harvest. It’s a bustling market teeming with freshly-cut flowers, honey, meats, and, of course, a variety of vegetables.