athens restaurants
-
Athens-Clarke County
Some Local Athens Restaurants Face Extinction During Pandemic
COVID-19 has forced Mimi Maumus, the owner of Home.made in Athens, to commit what her friend refers to as a “mercy killing.” Maumus has had to lay off 21 employees in order to keep her restaurant alive during the pandemic, or at least what is left of it being that…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Athens Service Industry Looks to Online Donations to Survive COVID-19
Four weeks ago, Evan Adams, a server at a restaurant on East Clayton Street in Athens, Georgia added her name to the Athens Virtual Tip Jar. Since then, she has received six online donations — and she’s not alone. Adams has not been able to work since the Athens-Clarke County…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Local Farms Adapt To Pandemic’s Impact—And Thrive
Shutdowns in cities and states implemented to help halt the spread of coronavirus have thrown restaurants into sudden chaos, but what about their suppliers? According to an article from the New York Times, the closing of markets, restaurants and businesses due to the pandemic has left some farmers with no…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Eat Your Way Through Athens: Newsource March Munchies Bracket
This month, it’s not all about the NCAA March Madness tournament. Even though the Dawgs are out of the competition, we can still join in on the fun right here in Athens. Fill out this Athens food bracket and comment what local restaurant you think has what it takes to…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Pie in Athens: New Takes on an American Classic
Local Athens bakers are putting new spins on one of America’s oldest deserts. Pouch and The Grit represent samples of the newer and older generations of the Athens food scene. According to a 2016 Mintel report, despite dietary concerns, prepared desserts are expected to have continuous growth. Yazmarr Williams is…
-
Athens-Clarke County
From Owner of The National, Maepole Provides Affordable Food Options
A local restaurant owner opened a new eating establishment in Athens. Peter Dale, Michael Clancy, and Nathan Goodman of The National, opened Maepole on North Chase Street. At The National, a dinner plate ranges from $24-$29. The cost of a meal at Maepole ranges from about $9.95-$11.95. Goodman said…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Restaurant Roulette: Opening a New Business in Downtown Athens
Opening a new business can be both exciting and incredibly risky. A bustling college town like Athens, Georgia poses a frontier for entrepreneurs to make a run at their fortune. Starland Pizzeria and Pub is just one of the new businesses that opened up in Athens this fall. The restaurant…
-
Athens-Clarke County
Five Best Athens Restaurants for Valentine’s Day Voyage
ATHENS, Ga.– Valentine’s Day is upon us. The most-anticipated day in February is filled with hugs, kisses and showmanship. It’s also a popular day to go out and share the night with a significant other. It just so happens that restaurants are the prime location. So, we at Grady Newsource…