SIMPLY BUCKHEAD

What an absolutely surreal and humbling experience! ✨ Last Thursday, it was an immense honor to gather at the stunning Delta Flight Museum and be officially recognized alongside the incredible leaders of the 2026 Georgia TITAN 100 class. To be included among such visionary CEOs and C-level executives who are working every day to drive innovation, inspire change, and strengthen our communities across Georgia is a milestone I will forever cherish. It was an unforgettable evening of connection, from celebrating the amazing Hall of Fame honorees to witnessing the unveiling of the 2026 Georgia TITAN 100 Digital! Thank you to the Titan 100 organization for this tremendous recognition, and a massive thank you to my amazing team, colleagues, and everyone who has supported me along the way. I am overflowing with gratitude for this journey and so energized to continue making a positive impact together! 🥂🚀 #Titan100 #TitanCEO #Leadership #DeltaFlightMuseum #AtlantaBusiness Hair/MU: @nyssag ❤️💄❤️💄

Our May issue is officially out, and it's all about YOUNG INNOVATORS MAKING AN IMPRESSION! For some, a knack for entrepreneurship reveals itself early. Business lore goes that Sir Richard Branson, now the brains behind Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Hotels, started a magazine at 16; Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffet sold packs of gum as a child; and now-famous fragrance and candle innovator Jo Malone started making her own scents from her family’s garden at 9 years old. Closer to home, we’ve found kids and teens who are dreaming big and creating companies with hard work and innovative ideas. Read on to learn about a philanthropic jewelry designer, hardworking lemonade purveyors, a creative DJ, an industrious cookie cake maker and more. Who knows? We might have the next generation of big idea makers right in our backyard. The wait is over! Grab your copy at one of over 400 locations or click the link in our bio to dive into the digital edition now. Photographer: Erik Meadows Producer: Jennifer Bradley Franklin Model: Elise Park Makeup: Nyssa Green Wardrobe: OshKosh Striped Smocked Romper, Blue ($38), available at carters.com. Special thanks to Alice Park Photography for hosting our team. #SimplyBuckhead #YoungInnovators #AtlantaEntrepreneurs #NextGeneration #SupportLocal #CommunityLeaders @erikmeadows @jenniferbfranklin @nyssag @alicepark @oshkoshkids @carters

We love everything about these photos and wanted to shout out to this wonderful young man! Had a great time reconnecting this week with @dysondaniels who graced the cover of our “Play Ball” issue in September! Some BTS photos from our June photo shoot are included, as Dyson and I both love a good pair of kicks, and @kkorv26 was a great sport assisting our photog @erikmeadows with the reflector screen due to being the tallest person on set 🤣 Thank you Dyson, for your time and effort, your kindness to our nonprofits in donating sneakers for the silent auctions, your smile and your hard work on our court! We are SO proud to have you here in the ATL and on our cover! 🏀🏀🏀 @atlhawks #basketball #dysondaniels @adidas #collaboration

CALISTOGA CALLING Three days in the northern tip of California wine country! Each time I’ve been to Napa Valley, I’ve fallen more in love with California’s world-renowned wine region. Aside from the wine, what I appreciate the most is the area’s ability to deliver novel experiences, pursuits that are for wine and non-wine drinkers alike. On my recent visit, I traveled north along the Silverado Trail to Calistoga, where I checked into Okaeri, a Japanese-inspired inn that has seven individually decorated guest rooms. Perched on a hill off of Foothill Boulevard, the property opened in March 2025 after an extensive renovation. Inside, I was transported to a minimalist interior with eye-catching decor choices, from the black and gold wallpaper along the stairway to the blue check-in desk. The public spaces feature carved wood furnishings, custom-built shoji screens painted with murals, Japanese art and Yakisugi black wood on the walls. The main dining room surrounds an indoor pond filled with 12 colorful koi fish, and the bottom level boasts a karaoke room and wine cellar. At Okaeri, Japanese for “welcome home,” the rooms live up to the moniker with ample space and pampering. My room was the 565-square-foot Auzora Suite where the spa-like bathroom’s round soaking tub beckoned from the second I arrived. I made use of all the room’s special touches: bath salts, soft robes and pour over service with a custom roast by Cento coffee. Other than the tub, my favorite in-room spot was sitting next to one of the two fireplaces, taking in the mountain views past my private patio. Calistoga is known for its geothermal hot springs, so I took a short stroll from Okaeri through the town’s charming center and checked into the spa at Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs. For the next 30 minutes, I soaked in a mineral whirlpool bath infused with essential oils, sea minerals and electrolytes. The spa attendant let me get settled and then applied a face mask and CBD oil and salts to the warm water... OKAERI CALISTOGA okaericalistoga.com @okaericalistoga 📝Giannina Bedford #SimplyBuckhead #Calistoga #OkaeriCalistoga #NapaValley #TravelCalifornia @gsbedford

LET THEM EAT (BUNDT) CAKE Providing special needs kids with workplace experience. When Sergio Pacheco and Gloria Mattei-Pacheco’s son, Adrian, was diagnosed with autism, they knew he would need skills to navigate the adult world in a different way than they experienced in the corporate arena. A chance visit to a California bakery sparked Gloria’s interest in purchasing a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise where her son could work and learn. Sergio balked. “But Gloria, you don’t bake, you don’t even cook!” he said. She wouldn’t let go of the idea, and after tasting the unique cakes at their housewarming party in Sandy Springs, Sergio agreed. The compromise was that Gloria would take over operations at the Alpharetta bakery while Sergio continued working at his corporate job. “There was a big learning curve,” she says. “We knew the corporate world but not the retail world nor the community.” They began reaching out, first by donating cakes for an event at Adrian’s school, then to other nonprofits, including large events with hundreds of guests. The business took off, and they achieved their goal by introducing Adrian to various jobs. Some required accommodations to fit his needs, but he excelled at hospitality. Word spread to other parents of special needs kids, and the Pachecos invited them to work at what became franchises in Buckhead, Sandy Springs and Alpharetta. “We don’t have a formal nonprofit, but we work with the Lionheart School that makes referrals for kids on the autism spectrum and others,” Gloria says. The couple also serves on several community boards. NOTHING BUNDT CAKES nothingbundtcakesatlanta.com @nothingbundtcakes 📝Mickey Goodman #SimplyBuckhead #NothingBundtCakes #AutismAwareness #SpecialNeedsEmployment #AtlantaBakery @mickeygoodman9204

FEATURED RESTAURANTS PENDOLINO Pendolino at Chastain Market is an upscale yet unpretentious eatery tucked into a shopping center. Its retro decor and neighborly vibe invite you to linger over multiple courses or grab a quick snack. Chef-owner Kevin Maxey’s menu is inspired by Italian fare and also takes cues from local ingredients. Don’t miss the fork-tender pork and veal meatballs topped with tangy-sweet tomato ragu; each heavenly bite begs another. Charred just right pizzettes come adorned with sophisticated flavor combinations of toppings. Crispy calamari fritti with sundried tomatoes packs a satisfying crunch and compelling contrast of salty, herby and savory flavors. Chicken scallopini parmigiano is a popular favorite. Ricotta ravioli with butternut squash and sage delights with soft round pillows of sweet flavor drizzled with earthy-sweet sauce. Save room for dessert such as tender olive oil cake or soft tiramisu. Antipasti: $9-19 Pizzette: $17-20 Sides: $12-22 Mains: $22-39 Cocktails: $13-15 Desserts: $9-12 Pendolino 404.937.3057 pendolinoatl.com @pendolinoatl 📝 Hope S. Philbrick 📸 Erik Meadows #SimplyBuckhead #PendolinoATL #ChastainMarket #AtlantaEats #AtlantaItalianFood @21plustravel @erikmeadows

PORE DECISIONS What’s too much for young skin? Skin care has officially entered the group chat for tweens and teens. Between TikTok routines with 12 steps and products with adult-grade actives marketing to kids, many parents are left wondering: Will this hurt or help their skin? The truth is that young skin needs far less than social media suggests. A smart, age-appropriate routine can protect the skin barrier and build healthy habits, without a hefty price tag. The Three-Product Routine A skin care regimen can typically begin when hormones kick oil production into gear, says Lyn Ross, founder of Institut’ DERMed in Buckhead. A great place to start is a visit to a dermatologist or an esthetician for a skin evaluation and individualized advice. Otherwise, a consistent, simple three-part process will suffice for most kids without an existing skin issue to prevent and treat acne: a cleanser, acne treatment and sunscreen. At night, Ross recommends that adolescents use a gel cleanser followed by a gel acne serum that both contain a low concentration (around 3-5%) of exfoliant salicylic, glycolic and/or lactic acid as active ingredients. A gel won’t be sudsy, and it is beneficial to manage excess sebum without stripping the skin’s natural moisture. “Teens can leave it on their skin while they brush teeth to let the active ingredients go to work in pores, then remove it with water and a washcloth and pat the skin dry.” Next, apply a thin layer of the acne treatment. Note that severe acne, including cystic acne, will likely require a prescription product with a higher active ingredient concentration or a prescription retinoid. “Seek professional advice so kids don’t pick and develop lasting scar tissue,” Ross says... Read more in the latest issue of @SimplyBuckhead out now! 📝Karina Antenucci INSTITUT’ DERMED SPA 404.261.5199 idermed.com @institutdermed #SimplyBuckhead #TeenSkincare #InstitutDermed #AtlantaSkincare #SkincareRoutine @karinasprout

My heart is so full after attending the 2026 Bow Wow Brunch! 🐾 I am incredibly grateful to be part of a community that stands up for animals who can't fight for themselves. It’s amazing to realize that by coming together, we are helping to change thousands of lives across Atlanta this year. Knowing that our support goes directly toward providing crucial medical care and keeping families and their pets together during times of crisis is truly special. Thank you to the organizers for an unforgettable event and for allowing me to be part of such an incredible impact.🥂🐶 #BowWowBrunch #AtlantaAnimals #AnimalRescue #AtlantaEvents #CommunityImpact AdoptDontShop @atlantahumane

Children battling cancer shouldn't be caught in the crossfire of a funding crisis that puts their treatment and futures at risk. Thanks to a generous donor, your gift goes twice as far when you donate today. Visit curechildhoodcancer.org/donate to help keep lifesaving research moving forward. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #DoubleYourImpact #PediatricCancerResearch #DonateToday @curechildcancer

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A CURE IN OUR LIFETIME Approximately 360 guests convened at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in late March for @acureinourlifetime , a lavish breakfast and speaker event to support the nonprofit’s mission of funding breast cancer research, offering resources to those diagnosed and providing educational and outreach resources. Led by East Cobb’s Jennifer Fink and Sandy Springs resident Jody Goldstein, this was the 11th Cure, and it raised $400,000. Among the morning’s highlights were a keynote address by Broadway veteran and survivor @sarrahstrimelbentley and updates from a panel of Emory Winship Cancer Institute doctors about the latest advancements in treating the disease. Simply Buckhead was proud to be the media sponsor. 📝 H.M. Cauley 📸J. Alexander Photography #SimplyBuckhead #ACureInOurLifetime #BreastCancerAwareness #AtlantaEvents @winshipatemory

TOOTHBRUSHES THAT TALK In an age when self-care is not only prioritized but praised, it’s hard to differentiate necessity from superfluity. Infrared saunas and vibration plates are enticing, but don’t forget to upgrade the fundamentals like your toothbrush. Transform your mundane dental ritual by investing in a top-rated toothbrush. SURI 2.0 ($135) Start and end your days strong with this award-winning electric toothbrush from SURI. This sustainable and microplastic-free option combines innovation and functionality with a built-in pressure sensor to protect your gums, a high-amplitude motor for a deeper clean and a wireless charging travel case. With five color options and an industrial design, this toothbrush looks great on the counter. SURI trysuri.com @discoversuri Read more in the current issue of @SimplyBuckhead out now! 📝 Katie Hughes #SimplyBuckhead #DiscoverSURI #ElectricToothbrush #OralCare #SelfCareRoutine