Just when you thought the Atlanta restaurant scene couldn’t get any more crowded, comes Bistro Niko with a fresh and innovative take on the decadent world of French cuisine. Labeled as “contemporary Parisian dining,” it is just that, with lots of old world charm, aesthetic and sensibilities, but a modern spin on classic dishes, service and atmosphere. Beautiful grand ceilings with gold accents and an expansive dining area with incredible views and attentive service staff immediately draw you in before you take a bite of the wonderful cuisine that waits.

While not as notable or as much of a popular culture reference or as influential as New York or Chicago, Atlanta has a beautiful skyline in its own right. The beautiful simplicity of a Southern oasis coupled with the urgency and highly populated dens of urban dwellers, the views of Atlanta are calming, breathtaking and they show the effort, hard work and potential that the city continued to establish itself as one of the most in-demand and fruitful cities in the country. Whether day or night, fall, winter or spring, you are guaranteed to be mesmerized by an abundance of Southern beauty. Sit back and enjoy the best places in Atlanta to catch a picturesque view of Atlanta.

Nothing is more American than a good burger. The classic culinary fare housed snugly between two buns and topped with a myriad of choices that tempt your personal palate. Whether you prefer it conventional with ground round, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, mayonnaise and ketchup, all covered by a sesame seed bun or if you are more of a risk-taker and like turkey, vegetarian or vegan recipes that are topped with all kinds of out-of-this-world goodness and surprises. Celebrity Chef Richard Blais has you covered because he just opened his second location to his popular restaurant FLIP with a new Buckhead address. Find out what lies in store for customers when they visit this new dining oasis.

Rare, medium or well, it really doesn’t matter how you prefer your steak as long as it’s cooked to perfection, seasoned deliciously and goes down smoothly. There is an art to preparing the perfect steak; a special something that not all can master. When you go out for a hearty steak dinner you not only want a premium cut, but you also want all the fixings that go along with it. Here in Atlanta we know a few things about where to get a great steak at some of the hottest spots. Sit back and enjoy the list of the best places to get a choice cut.

Atlanta is in for a treat this Thursday night October 14 at Mason Murer Fine Art, as all of the city’s most fashionable and biggest charity supporters will be on hand to attend ECOlution 2010. With such emphasis and dire need being placed on going green and helping conserve and restore our planet, it is great to know that events like this exist to ensure that the necessary steps are taken. Combing an eco-friendly runway fashion, music and recycling done in the most fabulous way possible, guests can expect to be informed of the issues and enjoy themselves in the process.

On October 15th and 16th come out and celebrate Halloween in Atlanta’s trendiest spot Little 5 Points, as they host their annual festival and parade the comprises good times, scary sights, lively entertainment and of course, delicious food. Taking place at Findley Plaza, Euclid Avenue and Moreland Avenue, this year marks the special decade-long anniversary of the celebration that has become a Halloween tradition with Atlanta residents. You won’t want to miss all of the attractions and family fun guaranteed to bring out the inner child within. See you there!

Nothing is better than a well-groomed man. We ladies love a freshly cropped ‘do, smooth, neatly shaved skin and of course manicured, but still manly, fingernails and toes. Ahh, yes…when a gentleman crosses our path looking as though he just stepped right off the pages of GQ magazine, all we can do is let out a healthy groan and collectively swoon over the visual feast in front of us. Atlanta knows all about the grooming needs of men, so sit back and take a look at the top places that help the men in your life look their very best.

Support Atlanta’s artistic community and give to a very worthy cause in the process. This Saturday October 16, is the 2nd annual Art is in the Blood event presented by Howell Mill Road’s premier hair masters, Dragonfly the Salon. Benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, this is one charity function that will warm your heart and encourage the spirit of giving. Come out and partake in innovative art pieces and donate to help efforts in finding a cure for this disease affecting children all over. It’s the season of giving, so give until it hurts!

Come experience the best artistic endeavors Atlanta has to offer. Every Thursday through October 28, the Woodruff Arts Center presents Nights on the Piazza, a free concert series from some of the Southeast’s most talented musical acts. Don’t hesitate to partake of this wonderful event that is perfect for date night, an evening out with friends or a family-fun outing. Rock the night away and dance til your feet hurt!