Atlanta - May 21, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Why wait for a Mexican wedding to have a Mexican wedding cookie?

EAT
The Cookie Studio
What: New weekend hours make the farm-tabled baking space even more tasty.
Why: It’s the icing on the cake.
When: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 747 E. College Ave., Decatur (404-373-8527).

Straits Anniversary Dinner
What: The yummy nightspot turns 1 with a seated four-courser and dragon dance.
Why: Eat your heart out.
When: Fri., 5 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: 793 Juniper St., Midtown (404-877-1283).

RETREAT
Artmore Hotel
What: The former Best Western Granada got an indie boutique face-lift. We likee.
Why: They won’t tell a soul you’re still in town.
When: When you don’t feel like making the bed.
Where: 1302 W. Peachtree St., Midtown (404-876-6100).

Wash House at Godiva Salon
What: The swank new shampoo studio features aromatherapy and mood lighting and sound.
Why: Nobody’s gray behind closed doors.
When: Tues.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2900 Peachtree Rd., ste. 208, Buckhead (404-262-2998).

GET AWAY
What: Our just-launched Summer Trippin’ has everything you need to plan a roadie, find deals, win prizes, and have the perfect staycation.
Why: It’s all you ever wanted.
When: The lazy, hazy days between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Where: Online at dailycandy.com/travel.