i HEART atlanta

i HEART atlanta because African American productions like Women of Brewster's place come around quite frequently.

While the ending left a little to be desired for me, I recommend going to see it at Alliance Theater while its here until Sept. 20. I promise that as a woman of color you will see a piece of yourself in at least one (if not all) of the women of that infamous housing project. From the oversexed Eta Mae, to the comforting and faithful Mattie, their struggles and spirits resonate in us all. We are lucky to live in a city where African American productions such as this come to inspire and uplift. Support it and don't take it for granted. Grab your girlfriends and some tissue and get ready to watch a piece of you on stage.

www.alliancetheater.org

i HEART atlanta

For an upscale dinner with your signif other I heart Chops. Its a restaurant in Buckhead that is to die for. Not only do you get multiple waiters but you get a wine expert and a little device to keep your butter warm during dinner. Go for the Caprese salad if its a special for the day and the flash fried lobster tail. Yum.

i HEART atlanta: A Taste of Florida Seafood

My seafood game got upgraded today. While I'm normally more of a Spondivits, Oceanaire type of girl, I'm still savoring my taste of Florida. Its a low low spot on Camp Creek, but the taste is super fab. The special sauce is to die for and the fried lobster tail and fried tilapia are must haves. The prices are reasonable and the people that work there are very friendly. Tell em love's a peach sent ya and be sure to ask for the "saffron infused rice."

i HEART atlanta's NSEYA SALON AND SPA

Introducing a new column entitled i HEART atlanta. This column tips you off to some of the hottest places in town (restaurants, boutiques, salons, etc.). By no means am I a paid endorser. These places just keep me fly and fresh 2 death--and my boo happy--so I figured I should share the knowledge.

I'm a huge fan of Nseya Salon and Spa (pronounded Say-ya). As the name suggests, they are a full service salon and spa with convenient locations in both Sandy Springs and Midtown. In one spot you can get a wash, set, sew-in, whatever your pleasure and then go upstairs for manis, pedis and massages. I love one stop shopping. Its an upscale vibe, so you may feel like a bit of an outsider on your first visit. The receptionists though do a pretty good job of making you feel like part of the in-crowd. Prices are what you would expect for an upscale Atlanta salon. Besides, you get what you pay for. If you want a relaxer for $20 bucks then go to Ms. Jenkins's Hair Shack off Bankhead where its hot, musty and there's a screen door. If you care about the health of your hair, and wellness inside and out then you need to call Nseya asap!

Standing appointments go fast. My absolute favs are Latrice and Jason at the Sandy Springs location.

Visit www.nseyasalonspa.com for more info.