The Atlanta Traveler » Shopping http://www.theatlantatraveler.com Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:39:52 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Helen’s Christkindlmarkt http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/2008/12/helens-christkindlmarkt/ http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/2008/12/helens-christkindlmarkt/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2008 21:39:24 +0000 http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/helens-christkindlmarkt/ Post from: The Atlanta Traveler

]]> In the German tradition of combining food, music and entertainment with markets of imported and local Christmas specialties, Georgia’s “Alpine” village is holding its first annual Christkindlmarkt. Long a tradition in Chicago, there are Christkindlmarkts in Pennsylvania, Colorado and Ohio. You can enjoy Georgia’s in (relatively) much warmer weather this weekend and next. The Helen Christmas parade is Dec. 6. Bands are scheduled during various times and Santa will be there too. (Christkindlmarkt is German for Christ child market.) image

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One of my favorite stores in Stone Mountain, Georgia which is located in metro  Atlanta, is the Cranky Princess. This boutique, located in a wood-frame home has items that will lighten up even the crankiest mood. Candles, bath and body supplies, home decor items, jewelry, stationary, and tea party items are stocked in this quaint, comfortable store, located on Main Street.

This is a store that makes you want to relax and browse. Cute little mugs with sayings like “stress is normal,” will make you smile to yourself. You are sure to find something that reflects your mood, even if it’s a bit cranky. Yes. The cute logo items, colorful, girlie stationary and princess crowns for tea parties will make you smile.

I love the fact that my favorite bath and body product line, Carol’s Daughter is also sold in the Cranky Princess. Carol’s Daughter is a line of homemade, mostly natural delicious-smelling salt scrubs, body butter, soaps, perfumes, and hair products (just to give you a brief run-down). The company is based in New York and products from the Carol’s Daughter line are sold in a very limited number of locations in the United States. I actually discovered the Cranky Princess while searching for Carol’s Daughter products. I realized that the store had so much more to offer than my favorite product line. I’m so glad that I discovered the Cranky Princess.

The Cranky Princess
988 Main St
Stone Mountain, GA
30083
www.thecrankyprincess.com
(770)879-3553
or Toll Free 1-866-488-1533

Photo Credit: Claudine Williams

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]]> http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/2008/05/the-cranky-princess/feed/ 1 Get International Produce at the DeKalb Farmer’s Market http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/2008/02/get-international-produce-at-the-dekalb-farmers-market/ http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/2008/02/get-international-produce-at-the-dekalb-farmers-market/#comments Wed, 27 Feb 2008 04:02:08 +0000 http://www.theatlantatraveler.com/get-international-produce-at-the-dekalb-farmers-market/ Post from: The Atlanta Traveler

]]> Looking for a white, pyramid-shaped young coconut from Thailand? Do you have a hankering for sweet and ripe Florida mangos? Would you like to buy salmon from Chile? Have a craving for a little French Mimolette? Some of the best deals for fresh fruit, seafood and spices will be found at the international Your DeKalb Farmer’s Market in Decatur. Here’s where the chefs shop. This huge, indoor supermarket-style farmer’s market is about the size of two football fields. The nice thing about the market is that you can buy products in bulk – similar to a warehouse store. You know those coconuts from Thailand? They can usually sold in a box of 9 for less than $11. Seasonings, like a sack of salt to fennel seeds, are also sold in bulk. I like the fact that the market has a tremendous selection of organic produce. Fresh leafy herbs – there’s only a small selection that are organic – are also sold. On any given day, you’ll see shoppers shucking their own fresh corn, squeezing the California avocados, or selecting a crate of fresh strawberries. Prices may vary almost daily at the market, but it’s common to buy a bunch of spinach for 99 cents or organic bananas for around 69 cents a pound.  

            Grab a shopping cart in the parking lot; they are not available inside. The produce is located on the right. There is also a small flower shop across from the produce area. Spices are on the far wall to the right. You’ll find live seafood, dairy products, meats, wine and gourmet coffee. The fresh baked goods is next to the produce. The aromas will your mouth water. But never fear, if you get hungry while you are shopping, you can head over to the buffet-style restaurant near the seafood area. Stock people and clerks from all around the world are available to help. They can point you in the right direction to find a product or will check to see if it is available “by the box.”

            Although most people fill up their shopping carts, you won’t feel conspicuous if you simply want to browse or pick up a few items during the week, when the lines are usually nil. Typically, you can get in and out quickly, if you shop  Monday — Friday, while it’s a chore to maneuver through the crowds on the weekends. Whenever you go, the incredible selection of food and the attractive prices make a trip to Your DeKalb Farmer’s Market worthwhile. The market is located at 3000 East Ponce DeLeon Ave. It’s open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Call 404-377-6400.

 

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