LA FONDA RESTAURANT: Brand Ambassador Phifer was spotted dining at La Fonda Restaurant in Westside Atlanta with fashion blogger Kenneth McKoy (wearing Jeremy Scott Adidas). Phifer dined wearing his favorite Rose gold Mosley Tribes frames.
The name alone gives you a clue as to what you might find on the menu–this is definitely a Latino place; you can find meals from Caribbean, Latin America, and Spain all in one place. Me, I rather fly to all of the destinations previously mentioned–as I am often confused as being Miguel I discovered La Fonda while attempting to kick start my Spring Break week; go to whatever restaurant in the area that happened to be in a Big Wheel’s reach. Consider this a connoisseur move for a cheap Mexican-style restaurant. That being said, I was happy to partake in drinks with chips and salsa. My lunch guest indulged in the same combination. With everything on the menu being simple, decently priced–the best companion for students of higher learning, and flavorful–so grab you–you–you–and your whole crew and get sloshed on all this culture that is mistakenly taken as mine!
La Fonda
1025 Howell Mill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30318
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AS SEEN ON PHIFER DETAILS: Marquis Phifer spotted wearing his sui generis mix of the Android Homme sneaker curated by #Heineken. The luxury shoe brand partnered with Heineken using the iconic Android Homme 2.5 Propulsion sneaker/boot for a collaboration utilizing a sleek black leather upper with pony hair on the ankle and tongue, a green inner lining, and the Heineken logo stamped on the side of the shoe.
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Photo: Jay-Z takes Roc Nation signee Rita Ora around to New York radio station, who has been working on her debut project with The Dream, Stargate and Drake.
Greatness comes from a solid sense of self. As an artist, it takes knowing who you are and exactly what you want to say. Roc Nation’s newest signee, 21 year-old Rita Ora, has no qualms with telling the world who she is. Unlike over-the-top pop stars who rely on gimmicks to express themselves, Rita’s individuality is effortless. And thanks to her tremendous vocal ability and fresh take on love and life, the British based singer is entirely unique.
Details: Check out exclusive behind the scenes footage of Rita Ora as iHeartRadio’s Z100 and KTU radio stations world premiered ‘Party and Bullshit’. Download: Party and Bullshit.
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TYGA CARELESS WORLD TOUR: Phifer and his sui generis mix of rap bravado, and old-fashioned showbiz razzle-dazzle appeared at the Tyga concert at The Masquerade in Old Fourth Ward Atlanta on Tuesday night. Wearing a Morehouse hoodie & leather bomber, giving a Regal face.
On February 21st The Masquerade hosted a concert for American rapper TYGA for his “Careless World Tour“. And your Atlanta Ambassador was invited to attend (R.S.V.P. yes to a concert on a school night, I want the driver to drop me off at 9:30 and pick me up at 9:45 sharp). So, drop your purse, and grab your hips, and act like you’re tryin’ to get this money right quick! Yeah, can I get my grown man on for one second? Let’s go half on a boat. S.O.S the coast guard cause Phifer was wearing a hoodie–I’m flying with my Morehouse cape on. Please know that I attend school Monday-Friday (who else you gon’ run with, the truth is us). Marked by showy elegance. Audacious and gallant; spirited. It gets better, ordered another round. I’m talkin Persian cats flown in from other countries for the whole crew! And Tuesday I did something unorthodox, I gave you a Banjee look at TYGA‘s concert. Phifer was with the civilians watching TYGA perform, well kind of. By all means move at a glacial pace the video awaits you! –>Inside Story
I hold onto this theory: Variety is the spice of life. It comes in handy for an excuse pre spontaneous act. This is what makes us girls — the real and the representation. Somewhere in between checking out of the Georgian Terrace Hotel and getting lost on a hunt for brunch; an idea was thrown in the air to extend my stay. Go back to the historic place with balcony views? Sounds great, but that was yesterday. Variety = spice, right? One of Atlanta’s hidden gems, The Artmore Hotel and Suites is the new destination. Situated on West Peachtree Street in the middle of Atlanta’s Cultural Arts District is the newest Midtown boutique Atlanta Hotel. The Artmore, A 1924 historic architectural landmark building whose design is based on Spanish Mediterranean aesthetics. I know some places we can go. Do you want to ride with me? I think I’m going the right way.
The Artmore Hotel
1302 West Peachtree
Atlanta, GA 30309
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The party has arrived edition captured on film — all those flashing lights. Photography is truth. Meet Tracey Allen Bailey, also know as The LOVERs Tracey | @Cosmo Bailey , a photographer based out of New York City. He’s the guy responsible for all the raw footage found from Theophilus London’s Tour de Roses shows. His weapon of choice? Film and digital — It’s all about the electric feel. If all else is lost, at least our generation will be the most documented in history. Follow Bailey’s work here: http://lvrstracy.tumblr.com 
STANKONIA STUDIOS ATLANTA: Politicking over the music board. The prelude to the art of recording over a brut spirit with Go Dreamer and The Love Crusader — former members of the music group Hollyweerd.
You can’t stop a train/ Who want some? Don’t come un-pre-pared/ I’ll be there, but when I leave there/ Better be a household name. Stankonia — A recording, mixing, and production studio owned by André 3000 and Big Boi. The two named the studio “Stankonia” after their fourth studio album – a word created by André 3000. When speaking about the studio he explains, “Stankonia is this place I imagined where you can open yourself up and be free to express anything”. Let it marinate over some iPhone photos inside the story. –>Inside Story
FILM DETAILS: An unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, Act of Valor stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs in a powerful story of contemporary global anti-terrorism. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure. Act of Valor takes audiences deep into the secretive world of the most elite, highly trained group of warriors in the modern world. When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA operative leads to the discovery of a deadly terrorist plot against the U.S., a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt.
More Details: As the valiant men of Bandito Platoon race to stop a coordinated attack that could kill and wound thousands of American civilians, they must balance their commitment to country, team and their families back home. Each time they accomplish their mission, a new piece of intelligence reveals another shocking twist to the deadly terror plot, which stretches from Chechnya to the Philippines and from Ukraine to Somalia. The widening operation sends the SEALs across the globe as they track the terrorist ring to the U.S.-Mexico border, where they engage in an epic firefight with an outcome that has potentially unimaginable consequences for the future of America. For more info on #ActOfValor click here.
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This is a musical-orgasmic listen indeed, seductively packaged. Meet The Yes Ma’ams. Although these girls just seemed to have surfaced late last year, Secret, Slander and Privacy (from left to right) seem to be an industry’s kept secret. From the launch of their Twitter, celebrities from Gucci Mane, to famed produced Bryan-Michael Cox to Cassie and LaLa Anthony have tweeted their praise towards the girls, who chose Valentine’s Day to release their first material to the world.
A blending of the sex appeal of Vanity 6, with the calm cool of TLC and a dash of the flirty fun of the Spice Girls is the best way to describe the trio. With their severe looks, sound and risque lyrics, The Yes Ma’ams are ready to make their mark and stake their claim in the industry. Check out their brand new singles, “Only If I Say So,” produced by Linx and written by Kevin Michael, and their racy club cut, “Vanessa”. DOWNLOAD: Only If I Say So | Vanessa
More available at Theyesmaams.com
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Meanwhile at the Georgian Terrace Hotel before Marquis and I attended the A$AP Rocky show
Born and raised in Georgia gave me no reason to experience excellent accommodations here in Atlanta. Over the course of two weeks, Theophilus London and A$AP Rocky have come through the peach state which laid out a prime-time lineup for a pampering stay at the Georgian Terrace Hotel — Located on Peachtree Street in Atlanta, Ga., and is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The architecture is one of it’s many perks including: european duvets, floor-to-ceiling Palladian-styled windows, wide wrap-around columned terraces, and crystal chandeliers. I’m off to the races, races…
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