Dallas Austin Set To Get "Rowdy" With The Apparel Market

Super Producer Dallas Austin, who has worked with some of the most successful musical acts is taking that enthusiasm and creativity to a new clothing venture dubbed "Rowdy". Hyped for what seems like years, the brand has been picked up by exclusive Atlanta boutiques such as Blue Genes and the launch party location, Bill Hallman.

SIMON Finally Lands H&M

Swedish retailer H&M is in the midst of a major push for the Atlanta market. After announcing the openings of an Atlantic Station flagship ( now delayed) as well as a store at Northpoint Mall, SIMON Property Group has signed H&M for spaces at both Town Center Cobb and Mall of Georgia. With Atlantic Station delayed till May and Northpoint well on its way, expect to see Town Center and M.O.G. open shortly before Thanksgiving.

Jittery Joe's Coffee Makes Short Lived Debut In Atlanta

Athens, Georgia based coffee joint Jittery Joe's had made an early exit from the metro Atlanta market. Just over a month ago, a brand spankin new location was opened in the a street level space in the new GSU student housing complex, "The Commons" on Piedmont Ave. While there are Starbucks up the road, as well as Saxby's coffee, they are both a fair walk. Despite all this, and the captive student audience, Jittery Joe's has ceased operations and the store is bare. No official word on the reason for the closure, though one students' theory was that they distributed to many "promo free" coupons to students and were never able to turn a profit.

Dantanna's To Open Downtown Location

Dantanna's, a popular Buckhead sports bar is in the final stages of negotiating a second location in CNN Center downtown. In a site not yet available, as Jocks and Jills is still treading water after filing for bankruptcy last March. Expected to close shortly, the Jocks and Jills space would give downtown visitors and sporting event attendees 3 unique locales in which to enjoy pre or post game food and drink. Concentric's STAT's restaurant opened a few months ago just down from the G.W.C.C. on Marietta St. , Taco Mac will soon open in CNN Center and now Dantanna's.

Something Cookin' In Former Mick's on Bennett Street?

The former Mick's on Bennett St, which closed about a year ago appears to have a new restaurant taking shape. Extensive exterior work was in progress last week and it appears the interior is having a makeover as well. More info coming soon!

Yet Another Homegrown Yogurt Joint, juicygreen Making Its Way ITP

Juicygreen, a chain of healthy yogurt shops with offering similar to those of other Atlanta establishments such as Yoforia and the soon to open Yogurberry. With two locations open in Alpharetta and Norcorss, juicygreen has plans to expand their concept, actively scouting potential sites in Buckhead and Downtown. I'd expect Buckhead to be first, possibly in Peachtree Battle or in the lower level of the new Lindbergh Vista apartments at the intersection of Sidney Marcus and Piedmont.

Apple Store Making A Move At Midtown?

Rumor has it that Apple may be scouting a Midtown location, most recently mentioned is the possibility of Apple's interest in the former Grape at Peachtree and 10th (999 Peachtree) Stay tuned for additional updates. Repeat Atlanta!