Olivia Wakim

Olivia Wakim is a digital content producer on the food and dining 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

Metro Atlanta’s dining scene buzzes with 20 openings in October, few closings

Metro Atlanta added 20 restaurants in October and saw just a few closures, including longtime Atlanta restaurant Eats.

Wyatt’s Country BBQ has stood resolute in Kirkwood for more than 40 years

The soul food restaurant has been operating out of a small green shack on the corner of Wyman Street and Memorial Drive in Kirkwood for more than 40 years.

Atlanta leads American South guide with 8 Michelin-starred restaurants

The Michelin Guide announced its 2025 American South selections with unusual timing ahead of Monday's ceremony.

Close Company coming to Atlanta, restaurants offer free food, and more from the dining scene

A famous New York City bar shares its plans for Atlanta, several new restaurant openings and the dining community helps fill gaps in federal food assistance.

Chili festivals, Friendsgiving events abound in metro Atlanta in November

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos early in November, sample wines, enjoy chili cook-offs and maybe even help solve a murder mystery over a four-course French meal.

Spring 2nd Branch opens in Marietta’s Church Street development

Chef Brian So, a proprietor of Marietta's well-respected Spring, has opened a second, more casual restaurant nearby that honors his Korean heritage.

3 new metro Atlanta pizza restaurants serving differing styles

From bar pies to star-shaped crusts, these pizza places offer some fresh takes on a favorite food.

Bread & Butterfly chef plans new restaurant and more from Atlanta’s dining scene

The Atlanta Braves extend their hospitality agreement, area cities are invited to apply for a $75K gardening grant and several new restaurant openings.

What’s new to eat this season at State Farm Arena concessions

Check out these 13 new concessions coming to State Farm Arena

The new menu items come from chef Gerry “G.” Garvin, chief culinary officer for the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena, and the stadium’s hospitality partner Levy Restaurants.

Chef John Currence is bringing his Big Bad Breakfast chain to Atlanta

The Atlanta location of James Beard Award-winning chef and cookbook author John Currence's breakfast restaurant will be its "first major market," he said.