For the Love of Cooking

Posted on October 19, 2012 by metrospirit

Todd Schafer returns to Bistro 491 with changes in mind Amy Christian In the three years that Bistro 491 owner and chef Todd Schafer was away from Augusta, much has changed in the local restaurant scene. Local, organic and artisanal…

Beyond Fast Casual

Posted on October 5, 2012 by metrospirit

Laziza Mediterranean Grill celebrates first anniversary Amy Christian Laziza Mediterranean Grill looks very much the same on the outside as it did when it opened a little more than a year ago. Walk inside and you still may…

Helga’s Changes Hands

Posted on August 17, 2012 by metrospirit

New owner keeps neighborhood bar feel, adds lunch The rumors are true! Helga’s is under new ownership, but long-time patrons needn’t worry. According to former law school student and new owner Bryan Connor, “The same friendly neighborhood bar atmosphere will…

Family Tradition

Posted on August 3, 2012 by metrospirit

On the eve of their 30th year in business, French Market Grille remains an Augusta favorite Diners love consistency and continuity, so it’s really no surprise that French Market Grille is one of the most popular restaurants in town. For…

Let’s Get Crazy

Posted on July 6, 2012 by metrospirit

New restaurant likes to have fun, but takes its community commitments seriously by Amy Christian Crazy Turks General Manager Amanda Gary likes to say that the shoe fits when it comes to the restaurant’s name. “They don’t call us…

Simple Pleasures

Posted on May 18, 2012 by metrospirit

Peachwave treats customers to decadence they can control by Amy Christian Sometimes the best things in life are the simplest. Peachwave Yogurt on Washington Road seems to prove that point, with a concept that is as easy as it is…