A Confectioner’s Secret
The sweet satisfaction of Judi’s Confections and Gourmet Gifts has won awards
and customers. The owner, Judi Day, admits that the butter toffee secret recipe is not her own. Day’s mouth-watering
candy has been in her family for decades. Her great grandmother’s treats won first place for Best Candy at the 2002-2003
Best of Atlanta Awards. The holiday season is Day’s busiest time of the year as she prepares to fill corporate orders
for that unforgettable recipe that has stayed in her family.
RyanKenny Owners Capitalize on Fashion
Ryan Glover and Kenny Burns are partners in fashion. They’ve made
a bold statement with their exclusive line of clothing. The duo combined their names and experience to produce cutting-edge
fashion for men such as Usher and Kanye West. RyanKenny quickly became famous for their collared shirts accented with diamond
cufflinks. Glover and Burns have tapped into the fashion industry and they are broadening their reach to ensure longevity.
Beautiful Blue Unique Boutique
Sheree Whitfield, owner of Atlanta’s bella azul boutique, caters to the needs
of the trendy and wealthy. Since the grand opening, Whitfield has not disappointed her clientele. bella azul showcases premier
designers to provide “a new experience in couture shopping.” The “beautiful blue” boutique was honored
with the “Best New Shopping Award” and “Best Exclusive Finds.” Although Whitfield knows she has competition,
she tries to provide her clients with exclusive buys they can’t find at other Atlanta boutiques.
Taste Clothing Boutique Moves to Midtown
Caldwell, mother of recording artist Bow Wow, has opened her second boutique. After
Taste’s success in Duluth, she and co-owner, Curtis Martin, shared in the excitement of Atlantic Station’s grand
opening. She owns the only African-American shop in the development and she is providing patrons with more than the latest
trends. The former stylist brings high style and experience to her newest location. The store carries various top-tier clothing
lines as well as bath and body products, candles and items for children.
Wine Store Wins with Customers
A former pro bowler has made the transition from the 50-yard line to more than 50
fine wines. After retiring from football, Chris Hinton built a career from a hobby. The Wine Store in Alpharetta sells wines
and educates wine lovers through taste classes. The store’s knowledgeable team helps to win customers and keep them
coming back. Just as Hinton won on the football field, he is scoring in his new field that includes bottles of Chablis and
Pinot Noir.
Award Winning Game Might be on Holiday Wish Lists
Sherry Martin created Sentence Says years ago and left it on a shelf. Fortunately,
after its 2004 launch, the game became a popular award-winning card game for children and adults. The “Quick-Thinking
Sentence Creation Game” has pocketed the 2004 Parent’s Choice Award and Creative Child magazine’s
Top Toy of the Year award for 2005, among other honors.
