NEW: Rebranding City Winery Speakeasy As ABV

New Happy Hour Spot Intown:

ABV by City Winery Alcohol by Volume, A Modern Drinkery City Winery's rebranded speakeasy has dropped the password, doctored up new drinks, added happy hour, and scaled down pricing Industrial swagger, intriguing cocktails, and modernized provisions Open Daily 5pm-Midnight The Best Damn Happy Hour 5-7pm Every Day Entrance is directly to the left of Binder’s Art Supplies at Ponce City Market

mailing address is:  City Winery Atlanta Ponce City Market, 650 North Ave NE, Suite # 201 Atlanta, GA 30308

Mercury 1/2 priced Monday's

Labeled one of the “hottest new bars” in Atlanta by Zagat, this Ponce City Market spot will start serving half price cocktails ($5 – $7) all day on Mondays. Look for favorites such as Moscow Mules, Manhattans, Kir Royals and more. If you’re in a hurry, you can get drinks to go too.

675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-500-5253, www.TheMercuryATL.com.

A Cat Cafe is Coming to Atlanta

From the folks at Eater:

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Feline lovers, rejoice

Cat cafes have become a global phenomenon, first gaining prominence in Asia in the late '90s and then popping up in United States cities such as New York, Seattle, and Austin over the past couple of years. At long last, Atlanta is getting one of its own. Owner April Hill tellsCreative Loafing she hopes to open Happy Tabby Cat Cafe this summer.

For those not in the know, a cat cafe is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: a normal coffee shop with the added bonus of a bunch of cuddly cats hanging out. Standard practice calls for the cats to be up for adoption, so if a patron falls in love, they can take home a new companion.

So what can feline-friendly Atlantans expect from Happy Tabby? Hill shared some details with CL.

• Location: Downtown Decatur or Poncey-Highland. "They both want me really really bad so I kind of have the upper hand."
• Amenities: The cafe will serve pre-packaged foods and "standard coffee shop beverages." There will be wifi too.
• The cats: Hill hopes to regularly have 15 to 20 on hand, and they'll all be adoptable. The space will be big enough to accommodate 15 to 20 humans at a time.
• Costs and restrictions: The cafe will likely charge a $5 cover, and patrons will be limited to one-hour windows. Picking up the cats, unfortunately, will be forbidden.

Happy Tabby already has a Facebook page and website where interested parties can sign up to get early discounts on cat visits. Hill tells CL she plans to launch a Kickstarter campaign to help fund opening costs.

Bike the Atlanta Beltline on this Patio Bar Tour

Saw this article for the AJC written by Lesli Peterson on a "Bike The Beltline Tour" with places to stop and have a cocktail and enjoy a patio.  Some don't look to be exactly on the Beltline but could be fun to try this:

Kevin Rathbun Steak’s outdoor patio sits just feet from the Beltline. CONTRIBUTED BY: Blake Burton & Square Feet Studio

We all love the Beltline, and spring makes it even better with longer days and warmer weather. Tune up your bike, grab a friend and take our self-guided tour of these 10 patios, heading north to south along the Beltline.

Orpheus Brewing. Orpheus overlooks Piedmont Park, with optimal people-watching opportunities. It's an artisanal brewery offering free tours and tastings, with an incredible patio. Thursday - Sunday visitors purchase a $12 tasting glass that Orpheus fills with free beer. There are no bar snacks or fancy hors d'oeuvres, but you're welcome to bring your own. Doggies are welcome, too.www.orpheusbrewing.com. 1440 Dutch Valley Place, NE, Atlanta.

Loca Luna. Move from brews to mojitos at Loca Luna, the Beltline's Brazilian stop for tapas and live music every night. The party patio includes draped string lights and a waterfall view; it's a South American oasis. loca-luna.com. 550-C Amsterdam Avenue NE, Atlanta.

4thand Swift. Think farm-to-table dining, with a craft bar program. Across from Ponce City Market, you'll find 4th and Swift. An awning protects you from the heat; the industrial chic atmosphere will have you lingering well after you've cooled off. Try a classy cocktail or a craft beer, and bring your canine to the party. Dogs are welcome on the patio. 4thandswift.com. 621 North Avenue N, Atlanta.

TWO Urban Licks. Sit on the patio at TWO, people watching the passersby on the Beltline. Live music and a packed establishment mean high-energy fun. Drinks may take a while, but relax, the tour has only just begun. Biking with Fido? Not a problem; dogs are welcome on the bottom patio but not upstairs.www.twourbanlicks.com. 820 Ralph McGill Boulevard, Atlanta.

Pure taqueria. Make your way to Pure, where the patio awaits you with a bit of shade and great views of the street. Sure, it's known for it's OTP status, but Pure has no lack of friends at the Inman Park location. You'll want to order the Margarita here. Need some delicioso carbs before your next bike haul? Try the jalapeno mac and cheese. puretaqueria.com/inman-park. 300 N. Highland Avenue NE, Atlanta.

Barcelona Wine Bar. Communal spaces near the outdoor fireplace are the perfect place to grab a glass of vino or try a small plate. If you're looking to eat,Barcelona's patio is also the best choice. It's quieter than the inside and likely to get you seated more quickly. www.barcelonawinebar.com/atlanta.htm. 240 N. Highland Avenue, Atlanta.

Parish Neighborhood Café. Rustic charm and deep-seated leather sofas encourage you to take a load off. Don't miss the Parish patio; it's hard to see from the Beltline. You'll need to leave your bike at the top of the stairs and head below ground-level. Doggies welcome. www.parishatl.com/p/the-neighborhood-cafe.html. 240 N Highland Avenue, Atlanta.

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall. Rustic and modern mesh at this perfect snack stop. Set up at one of the communal tables and watch dusk roll in under the string lights. Bring your dog, soak up the sunshine and enjoy a fun cocktail at Ladybird.www.ladybirdatlanta.com. 684 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE, Atlanta.

Kevin Rathbun Steak. Relax on the breathtaking brick patio of Steak. Take your drink on the side at one of the tables, or relax near the fireplace lounging area. If you're not up for another cocktail, try the coffee. They serve J. Martinez & Company's Sumatra Mandheling, a spectacular gourmet blend.www.kevinrathbunsteak.com/menu.html. 154 Krog Street, Atlanta.

Superica. Krog Street Market overflows with quaint shops and satisfying restaurants, including Superica. Try Tex-mex meals in a cozy comfortable atmosphere. With a bike rack right beside the patio, this is the place for a margarita stop. Visit on the weekend for live music. supericaatl.com. 99 Krog Street, Atlanta.

No bike? No problem. Begin your tour at the Irwin Street entrance, where you can rent bikes from Atlanta Beltline Bicycle for as little as $15 per day. www.atlantabeltlinebicycle.com. 151 Sampson Street NE, Atlanta.

Victory Sandwich Bar's 5 Year Anniversary Party

From the Folks at Victory:

Celebrating 5 years of good times here in ATL!!! It's happening Sunday March 6 at our Inman Park location...actually it's a Sunday Funday parking lot soirée that starts at 1pm & goes til dusk!!! There's beer, booze, Jack & Coke slushies, tunes, & a live performance by @omnideluxe on the asphalt!!! Grab your crew and get up here...party time excellent #victorysandwichbar #omnideluxe#5yearanniversary

Leap Year Deal in Inman Park!

CELEBRATE LEAP YEAR  WITH WINE & FOOD!!!   February 29, 2016  - Monday Wisteria for Wine Tasting Leap Year Style. Enjoy 5 spectacular wines and hors d'oeuvres that will make any celebration memorable.   $25 per person. As always, all participants receive 10% off dinner that evening. Please RSVP as seats are limited - 404.525.3363

Poncey Highland made this Airbnb List:

Be the First to Uncover the Next Local Gem: Visit the Top 16 Trending Neighborhoods on Airbnb in 2016

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - January 7, 2016 - Airbnb, the leading community driven hospitality company, today names the 16 neighborhoods to travel to in 2016. Airbnb analyzed the travel patterns of more than 40 million people that stayed in homes on Airbnb in 2015 and selected neighborhoods in cities that have gained momentum in the past year. Neighborhoods in Asian countries took the top of the list, led by the far and away frontrunner, Chuo-ku in Osaka, Japan - a neighborhood famed for its historic castle and delicious street food vendors.

Airbnb travelers are more intrepid when it comes to trying new neighborhoods and in doing so they set travel trends to areas little visited before. Not only does this boost business to local coffee shops and small businesses that haven’t benefitted from tourism in the past, it also helps people to experience cities through a true local lens,” said Chip Conley, Head of Hospitality, Airbnb. “When an Airbnb traveler heads to Hammerbrook in Hamburg or Brickfields in Kuala Lumpur, with the help of hosts, they are able to see these places through eyes of a local, and embrace the culture in a completely new way.”

16 Neighborhoods to Visit in 2016*

Chūō-ku in Osaka, Japan - 7000% Growth

Banglampoo in Bangkok, Thailand - 1230% Growth

Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 1200% Growth

Capucins in Bordeaux, France - 960% Growth

Koukaki in Athens, Greece - 800% growth

Triana in Seville, Spain - 770% growth

Hammerbrook in Hamburg, Germany - 415% growth

Kaneohe on Oahu, US - 320% Growth

Meireles in Fortaleza, Brazil - 285% Growth

Roma Sur in Mexico City, Mexico - 275% Growth

Oak Lawn in Dallas, US - 260% Growth

Poncey-Highland in Atlanta, GA - 240% Growth

District VII in Budapest, Hungary - 145% Growth

The Bukit Peninsula, Bali - 130% growth

Richmond in Melbourne, Australia - 126% Growth

Constitución in Buenos Aires, Argentina - 125% growth

* Percent growth of inbound guests staying in listings on Airbnb in these neighborhoods from 2014 to 2015, with a minimum of 50 guests in 2014

To unearth the vibrant pockets in towns and cities, Airbnb analyzed the travel to local communities that took place over 2015, across regions, countries, metros, and down to neighborhoods. The final list is composed of neighborhoods in some of the most popular cities around the globe, where bookings are growing particularly fast and give people a chance to not just be a temporary visitor, but feel like they can live as a local in a neighborhood.

74% of Airbnb listings are located outside of the traditional downtown districts and when guests stay in those listings they are looking to become immersed in the community and with its people. When guests stay in a home on Airbnb, they have local hosts that can share inside knowledge about a neighborhood and its go-to locations for the best cup of joe or local cuisine, where to take a jog, where to find local art, artisans, and more. Many hosts already share these insights in their listings and in the Guidebooks product on Airbnb.

Some consistent themes across the neighborhoods that made the list:

Art: Creativity is alive across the globe and modern interpretations vary. While museums remain popular, people are seeking neighborhoods known for street murals like Melbourne’s Richmond area, or interesting mixed galleries/performance spaces/shopping experiences like Vertigo Galleria in Roma Sur, Mexico City.

Food: Interest in food from around the world is growing both for upscale restaurants and for street vendors. From hawker market in Asia to food trucks in the US and street stalls in Latin America, everyone is clamoring for fast, cheap, and local food. On the flip side, travelers still love dining at the finest restaurants despite the hefty price tag and are flocking to Molecular Gastronomy-inspired restaurants in Constitución, Buenos Aires, or splurging on decadent french food in Capucins in Bordeaux. But no matter the neighborhood, one thing most people agree on is the need for coffee, and each Airbnb host has their own favorite cafe they encourage guests to go to.

Outdoor Experiences: People are travelling on foot to soak in the local culture, whether it’s to leisurely stroll down a secret alleyway or escape for a long hike. From jogging through Katy Trail in Oak Lawn in Dallas, Texas, to meandering through the alleyways of Chou-ku in Osaka, Japan or around the Waterfront of Calle Bettis in Traina, Seville, Spain, people are looking for the best routes to undiscovered gems in cities.

Shopping: While traditional malls attract visitors, more and more people are seeking out neighborhoods where local artisans congregate and sell their unique wares such as District VII in Budapest, Hungary or Poncey Highland in Atlanta, Georgia.

Find a comprehensive Travel Trends Report on the 16 Neighborhoods to Discover in 2016 here.

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