Olivia Wakim

Olivia Wakim is a reporter for the Lifestyle team. She joined the AJC as an intern in 2023 after graduating from the University of Georgia with a journalism degree. While in school, she reported for The Red & Black, Grady Newsource and the Marietta Daily Journal.

Latest from Olivia Wakim

Why metro Atlanta needs ‘third places’ — and how communities are building them

Third places drive learning, connection and a stronger community. But there’s work to be done.

New York-based Irish bar opens in Centennial Yards this week

“Split the G” and enjoy an Irish “spice bag” at Irish Exit once it opens in downtown Atlanta on June 13.

Check out FIFA World Cup parties, a Juneteenth dinner this week in Atlanta

This week in Atlanta, catch a soccer watch party at Daily Chew, get tickets for a chef collaboration dinner celebrating Juneteenth and attend a World Cup party.

TV chef talks food at new Roswell creator complex and more from Atlanta’s dining scene

A popular pink-themed brunch restaurant will relocate to Buckhead this summer, a new Thai restaurant from the team behind 26 Thai debuts Monday at Ponce City Market and more.

Downtown Atlanta restaurant list: Where to eat near Mercedes-Benz Stadium

A guide to more than 70 restaurants that are within walking distance of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta.

Atlanta festivals, events and parties to check out during the FIFA World Cup

Here is a running list of upcoming Atlanta festivals and events centered around FIFA World Cup soccer this summer.

‘Alice in Wonderland’-themed eatertainment venue is coming to The Center

The team behind Your 3rd Spot is also behind the large food and entertainment business opening next year in downtown Atlanta.

Attend a brunch party inside a chef’s apartment and more Atlanta food events

This week in Atlanta, discover a brunch club located inside a chef’s apartment, hang out at a bookstore after dark and get tickets for a wine dinner at Marcus Bar & Grille.

Pride Month events you can’t miss this June in metro Atlanta

Organizations around metro Atlanta are hosting events in honor of Pride Month in June. Check out festivals, skating parties and bar crawls.

Juneteenth celebrations, summer festivals and more Atlanta food events this June

This June in metro Atlanta, head to a pop-up previewing a new wine bar, a brunch-themed supper club with Korean influences and a summer bash in Dunwoody.