Trek Bicycles Peachtree City is one of two locations of the family-owned and operated bike shop in the Atlanta area. In addition to selling a diverse selection of BMX, Mountain, Road, City and Kids' bikes, as well as bicycle parts and walk-in repairs, this friendly and full service shop encourages bike riders to stop by and learn how to fix their rides themselves! The shop also offers professional bike fittings, bicycle rentals and information on local rides. They give service with a smile, all with the goal of getting you on your bicycle and ready to ride!
Located on Memorial Drive, The Little Tart is a charming bakery with lots to offer. Cookies, galettes, quiches, and tarts will be found on the menu, along with many other confections that blend the fine arts of Southern cooking and French pâtisserie. This Grant Park joint offers some of the best ham and cheese croissants in the city; the creme fraiche quiches come highly recommended.
Are you that person who loves to smell a new book? Does a rack full of books give you immense joy? And are you always on the lookout for bookstores? Do you enjoy a hot cup of coffee as much as you enjoy a warm book? Well, we have one for the list. Read Shop by The Merchant is a fantastic space for coffee lovers who are also avid readers. This aesthetically designed coffee shop is known for its amazing selection of books and delicious beverages. One can spend hours in this peaceful space and enjoy a cup of latte with baked croissants.
Probably the city’s oldest organic outdoor farmer’s market, the Morningside Farmers’ Market has been operating on North Highland Avenue since 1995. Open each Saturday morning year-round, the Market features vendors and artisans selling their own organic produce, sustainably raised meats, artisan breads and handmade goods. What you’ll find at the market depends on what’s in season, but rest assured that it’s always fresh and from local farmers and producers from no more than two hours away. As a bonus, the Morningside Market regularly features cooking demonstrations by some of Atlanta’s most highly regarded chefs. Spend the morning strolling the market and other quaint shops and restaurants in this pedestrian friendly neighborhood.
For all things funky, vintage, modern, deco and retro, head to Highland Row Antiques where you'll find an assortment of furniture, lighting, home décor, kitchen goods, jewelry and other items from decades past. Tucked away on the edge of Virginia Highlands near Ponce de Leon Avenue, the storefront may appear small at first glance; however, a large downstairs space is packed full of treasures to explore. With over 20 sellers, there is a great variety of merchandise with modern and Art Deco styles prominently featured. Be sure to visit the first Saturday of the month when the store offers a basement market with a new truckload of goods fresh from the antique market.
Celebrating Afro-American culture, the Shrine of The Black Madonna is a cultural center and bookstore in the West Side. It stocks best-selling books and also organizes book-readings and author-signings to encourage reading. Many cultural activities pertaining to the Afro-American section are also organized to spread awareness about the cultural ethos of the community. While here, explore the Black Holocaust Museum and the Karamu Art Gallery Red Room for some brilliant art work.
Probably the city’s oldest organic outdoor farmer’s market, the Morningside Farmers’ Market has been operating on North Highland Avenue since 1995. Open each Saturday morning year-round, the Market features vendors and artisans selling their own organic produce, sustainably raised meats, artisan breads and handmade goods. What you’ll find at the market depends on what’s in season, but rest assured that it’s always fresh and from local farmers and producers from no more than two hours away. As a bonus, the Morningside Market regularly features cooking demonstrations by some of Atlanta’s most highly regarded chefs. Spend the morning strolling the market and other quaint shops and restaurants in this pedestrian friendly neighborhood.
Located in Morningside, Highland Wine & Crystal offers fine wines, quality crystal stemware and friendly expertise. The knowledgeable staff, who have served as sommeliers in the city’s finest restaurants, are able to provide restaurant quality service in a no-pressure retail environment. Highland Wine carries roughly 800 bottles of wine from 18 different countries, all at a variety of price points. Champagne and sparkling wines are a particular focus. If you are looking to try something new, join the shop’s Wine Club for a discounted half case of carefully selected varietals - different each month. The shop also hosts regular wine tastings at local restaurants. For the latest events offerings, check Highland Fine Wine’s website.
A fine shop selling quality wine, cheese and other local items, Wahoo! Wine & Provisions is a popular place for locals to stock up on their provisions. The venue is a branch of the Wahoo Grill and serves a good collection of wines and spirits for purchase. Events and tastings are also held periodically where one can learn about new drinks and spirits.
This comprehensive dive shop caters to the booming SCUBA trend that has taken strong hold even in landlocked Atlanta. The full regalia of equipment is on display and available for rent or purchase, including masks, fins, buoyancy control devices and all the intricate gadgetry so popular with divers. Lessons and certification classes are available from beginner through instructor training, and repair service is available. If you're just looking to get your feet wet, check the shop's monthly schedule of dive trips to destinations around the Southeast, the Caribbean and Mexico.
With an inventory of more than a quarter of a million in paperbacks alone, this bare-bones outfit is one of the largest movers of books in the area. Every genre and style of reading material you could wish for is represented here, sorted by author and category. A great selection of used and rare books is also on hand, and their willingness to trade makes for even better deals.