Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

Food Network is bringing The Great Food Truck Tour to Atlantic Station this July — exclusive menu offers, free food, Graza’s new mayo line & more

Have you always wanted to check out the food trucks on Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race? Well, we've got a just the event for you to check out, right here in the ATL! Graza and Food Network have t...

Food & drink

Atlanta’s famous NFA gas station burger is hosting a special one-night-only late-night burger pop-up at Roshambo this July — here’s how you can get your hands on the best burger in the state

Last year, NFA Burger made headlines by opening its very first brick-and-mortar in Avalon, a cute walkable neighborhood in Alpharetta. And now, we've got even more good news coming from your favorite gas...

Culture Things to do

The Atlanta Braves are celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a week of festivities & the #1 rated fireworks show in the Southeast — $17.76 tickets, Krystal burgers, watermelon, & apple pie eating contests, boozy Braves Bomb Pops, and so much more

This Independence Day is a big one, and for the 250th anniversary of the country, the Atlanta Braves are transforming Truist Park into the ultimate 4th of July destination! Keep scrolling to learn all abo...

Food & drink

NYC’s cult-favorite ice cream shop is opening a 2nd Atlanta-area location this week — celebrate their grand opening with $1 scoops and free totes

This summer is a HOT one, Atlanta! But don't worry! One of the best ways to beat the heat is with a yummy scoop of ice cream... and one of the best spots to get ice cream is the cult-favorite NYC-born ice...

Culture Things to do

This free, air-conditioned Atlanta experience takes visitors through the iconic sights, sounds, & spirits of the Peach State, just steps away from FIFA Fan Festival™ — Immersive Georgia-inspired exhibits, fresh Georgia peaches, iconic GA drinks & more

If you're looking for a break from the heat while you're in Downtown Atlanta for the FIFA World Cup (or you just wanna take a cool excursion through the entire state without leaving the city... we've got...

Sports Top news

‘A soccer utopia in America’: Atlanta’s FIFA Fan Festival in Centennial Olympic Park is the most popular Fan Fest in the U.S. & has officially sold out all GA tickets — here’s how you can still watch the World Cup

When it comes to celebrating, Atlanta definitely knows how to party it up... and now, we're showing off our festival spirit to the whole world! In fact, FIFA Fan Fest is so popular... the free general adm...

Atlanta heat advisory in place from 12pm – 8pm & Heat index temps between 105° – 110° — the hottest day in Atlanta so far this year

If you thought this weekend was too hot, we've got some bad news for you Atlanta. Today is going to be the hottest day of the year so far. Keep scrolling to learn more about this scorching hot day. How...

Escapes

One of the ’26 top East Coast beaches’ is a buzzy barrier island with 5 miles of public beaches — perfect for a 4th of July weekend getaway

If there's one thing Atlanta is missing (other than expansive public transport... side eye), then it's access to a beautiful beach. But fear not! If you're craving a beach weekend, you can actually check...

Culture Things to do

This adorable Atlanta-based trinket shop will sprinkle a little whimsy into your day — here’s where you can find your dream trinkets (or learn to make them!)

Trinket lovers and cuties all over the ATL, rejoice! We've just found your new favorite trinket shop & workshop pop-up, and you've gotta check it out. Keep scrolling to learn all about Momoko Mart, ri...

Cinema Things to do

Atlanta’s last remaining drive-in movie theatre is a four-screen art-deco drive-in theatre on Moreland Ave & has screened the hottest Hollywood flicks since 1949 — and they host a massive 2-day flea market every weekend

Tucked away in the outskirts of Atlanta, the picturesque Starlight Drive-In might seem like it's just a relic of the past... but it's actually a fully functional drive-in movie theatre & the perfect e...